text:
The night before my dad's heart attack was a night full of foreshadowing.
When I moved away from home, I naturally missed my dad from time to time. I couldn't fall asleep without a tv show that reminded me of him playing in the background. Typically anything with Tim Allen, as he's always reminded me of my dad. In North Carolina I was on a real Last Man Standing kick. Dad is every bit Mike Baxter. So from time to time I'd call him and then watch my shows until I fell asleep, and the homesick feeling would be settled until the next day.
The night before my dad's heart attack I was missing him fiercely. Odd because we are only a distance of about 30 miles away now as opposed to over 2,000 miles like the years before.
Still, I was missing him. And it was late, so I didn't call figuring I'd wake him, or he was probably at work, or had work early, or was just coming home from work.
"That man is going to work himself to death," I thought. Randomly.
I couldn't sleep. I was tossing and turning all night and just could not get comfortable. I had to turn on Hulu. Since I was missing papa, I narrowed my choices to Last Man Standing, Home Improvement, and 7th Heaven (not Tim Allen of course, but a show dad and I used to watch together religiously. Pun intended). I decided to start on one of the later seasons instead of watching from the beginning of the series. I pressed play. It was the season following Eric's heart attack. Randomly.
"What if papa were to have a heart attack?" I wondered to myself. Randomly.
I watched my show, finally started to feel drowsy, and I clearly remember thinking right before falling into sleep: "I don't think I've ever witnessed a real miracle." Yes, randomly.
Early the next morning, my mom burst into my room. She was on the phone. Her voice in a panic. "Gosh, who died?" I wondered. She handed me the phone. "It's your sister. Your dad had a heart attack."
I grabbed the phone and jumped out of bed, "what happened? what do I do?"
"Dad just had a massive heart attack. We're on the way to the hospital," my sister Jenni answered through near hysterical tears.
"Ok, I'm on my way." We hung up. I looked for pants and a hoodie in the giant pile of never-hung-or-folded-laundry on my floor.
Why the fuck don't I ever put away my laundry? I could be on my way right now if I would just put my pants in the drawer like a normal person.
Then I realized I had no idea where "on my way" even was. Where is dad going? What is happening? Dad is ok. He has to be ok. The kids. The kids have school. I can't take them to school. I have to go see dad. But they have to go to school. The boys have doctor appointments today. I have to take them to the doctor. Jenni. Jenni's wedding is next week. Dad has to be there. This is too much for her to handle right now. This is too much for all of us to handle right now. Where are my fucking pants? Where am I going?
Dad's ok. I said to myself over and over. Dad is ok.
"He's going to UC Davis," mom relayed to me.
Shit. That's where they go when it's really serious.
I rushed to UC Davis, right through the doors of the emergency room, and as calmly as possible asked security, "Is my dad here? I think I'm in the right place."
"We don't have anyone here by that name…" they started.
Shit. I'm at the wrong hospital.
"…but that doesn't mean he isn't here. How old is he?"
I gave his information. The security guard at the desk leaned back to ask another guard "is that the DOA?"
DOA? My heart sank. Chills spread through my spine, but my neck became hot.
Until I realized Mr. Security had actually said DOE.
Doe. John Doe.
"Sometimes they list a fake name so they can bypass registration and get the patient in sooner. The info matches so we think it's the same guy. Go ahead to the waiting room and we'll have the social worker come out and talk to you."
I sat alone, waiting. Dad was the one who typically gave updates on family members in matters like this. I subconsciously waited for him to update me on his own condition. I sat staring at my fingers. Staring at my phone. I sent my best friends updates of what was going on, and they left work immediately to be by our side. Soon family started filling the waiting room. We met with the social worker who walked us to the cath lab waiting room. As we were walking down the hall, a nurse ran by yelling "WE NEED YOU! HE'S DYING!" and she slid through a door. "That's the cath lab," the social worker said nervously, nodding towards the same door the nurse had just entered.
He's not dying. Dad is ok. Dad is ok.
We were in the waiting room for hours. More family and friends crowded the room, and we met each other with hugs and deep sighs. We sat quietly. We told jokes to keep the mood light. Every now and then some of us would silently break down in tears. We had coffee. We discussed politics and vacations. Some of us stress-eating, while others couldn't eat at all. We waited and waited and waited. Until finally the doctor came in to give us an update.
"It's a miracle he's even still with us," The doctor said in closing. It turns out dad had gone into cardiac arrest twice. He was dead for 20 minutes before they were able to bring him back.
Hmmm. I witnessed a real miracle.
My dad has always been great at dad-isms. When I was 7 years old, getting frustrated at my math homework, dad would calm me down. "How do you eat an elephant?" he'd ask. "I don't knoooooow," I'd whine.
"One bite at a time. Now how do you do your math?"
"I don't know."
"One column at a time."
How do you eat an elephant? became our victory cry. Any time I felt stuck, there was dad in the back of my mind. No longer a question. Now a declaration: Eat the elephant!
After more hours of waiting, we were finally allowed to visit dad in ICU, two at a time. I walked back to the room with my boyfriend Brandon, the mantra repeating in my head.
How do you eat an elephant?
To the beat of the heart monitor:
One breath at a time.
One heartbeat at a time.
Eat the elephant, dad.
"Dad, it's Turtle," I whispered quietly into his ear, hoping his nickname for me would trigger some response. A squeeze of the hand. A flicker of the eyelids.
Nothing. No response at all. I wanted to cry seeing him that way. There, but not there. I was quietly losing hope.
"You have to speak louder than that," Brandon said. "Let him know you're here. Louder so he can hear you."
"DAD IT'S TURTLE!" I yelled, a bit uncomfortably. I've always been afraid of my own voice.
But it worked. His eyes shot open. He was awake!
"I love you, papa," I said, trying hard to hold back tears. The tubes in his mouth made it difficult for him to communicate. He mouthed "I love you too" and then he got the idea to communicate by spelling words on my hand with his finger.
He asked for the time. He asked about my sister. At one point we switched to pointing at letters on a piece of paper, and he was able to spell out "no phone or charger." We all had a good laugh at that one.
He lamented that he was probably a no call no show at work.
"You're going to work yourself to death," I wanted to say. Though it seemed inappropriate now.
A little more than a week later, I sat next to dad at my sister's wedding. I couldn't stop myself from thinking that the day could have been so different. I might have been sitting next to a rose, or a picture of him, or some other trinket used to memorialize him.
My sisters and I shared the father-daughter dance. We held tightly to dad and to each other, knowing now more than ever the importance of moments like that.
While going over the events that had transpired, we talked about how great he was at communicating to us without words. His expressive facial reactions. The writing on our hands with his finger.
"That was really smart," I said to dad. "I was amazed when you did that."
"Well, we adapt and overcome," Dad answered. And I was grateful for the chance to be blessed with another dad-ism. Another mantra. Another victory cry.


text:
The following is an open letter to Lily Eskelsen Garcia, President of the National Education Association. Dear Ms. Eskelsen Garcia, At a rally in South Carolina last Tuesday night, Donald Trump did a ghastly impression of New York Times reporter Serge Kovaleski. As I'm sure you've read by now, Mr. Kovaleski had dared to contradict … Continue reading
Posted in November 2015 …
one more layer
It was probably two years ago now, maybe three. We were out to dinner with friends and they'd mentioned that their son, a couple of years older than Katie, had told them that there was alcohol at a party he'd recently attended. He was in high school, which I remember at the time felt like a … Continue reading
{Image is a photo of Dr. Martin Luther King being arrested after a peaceful protest in Birmingham in 1963} Our white brothers must be made to understand that nonviolence is a weapon fabricated of love. It is a sword that heals. Our nonviolent direct-action program has as its objective not the creation of tensions, but the … Continue reading
on function
Earlier this week, I posted the following on Facebook. I talk a lot here about why assigning functioning labels to human beings is pretty much crap. I talk about the fact that labeling a human 'high functioning' dismisses their very real challenges while calling another 'low functioning' dismisses their very real abilities – often along … Continue reading
mother of exiles
"Of course we want to keep terrorists out of our country, but let's not punish the victims of ISIS for the sins of ISIS." Leith Anderson, President of the National Association of Evangelicals Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to … Continue reading
a complex system
{image is a screenshot of Joy from Inside Out watching Riley's daily inventory of memories slide down the chute} Brooke and I settled in to watch Inside Out the other night. Though that may seem like a simple sentence, for my girl, watching a movie is not a simple thing. For various reasons, movies just … Continue reading
Image is one of my favorite photos of Noelle Grief is such an awful thing—it comes unexpectedly and sometimes punches you so hard that if you're driving a car, you have to actually pull the seat belt away from your body to allow for the space it takes up inside of you. – Mary T … Continue reading
bringing my girl
Luau had planned to come with me to the Authors' Tea at which I was reading on Sunday. It would have been a rare treat to have had him there given that by necessity I pretty much always end up doing this kind of stuff solo. A half an hour before the event, the Universe laughed … Continue reading
Saturday … We're in my convertible on our way home from Brooke's adaptive dance class. The top is down as we soak in every drop of yet another in a glorious series of unseasonably warm mornings. Despite the fact that she had a great time in class, she seems out of sorts. I reach over … Continue reading
{image is a gorgeous photo of Emma Zurcher-Long, a beautiful 13 year-old girl, gleefully running through Central Park. The text reads, "Autism was not something parents wanted to hear. But I hope that will change when more people get to know someone like me." Click on the photo to learn more about Emma's project of … Continue reading

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Barcelona, 26th February 2019 - Apigate announces a strategic partnership with DigiAsia, a digital payment and financial services company based in Indonesia. DigiAsia's mission is to democratize financial services, enabling customers from different backgrounds and segments to leverage the benefits of digital payment, person-to-person lending and remittances and take part in today's cashless society.
This collaboration will allow DigiAsia to leverage Apigate's world-class ecosystem of partners to bring a variety of digital merchants to their KasPro wallet portfolio. KasPro wallet mobile subscribers can look forward to accessing international gaming and entertainment content with a secure and convenient payment.
"Meeting the fast demands of today's digital-first customer is priority and working with Apigate is a natural progression towards that goal, providing Indonesia immediate payment support for over 300 merchants with frictionless experience," said Hermansjah Haryono, CEO of Digiasia.
Zoran Vasiljev, CEO of Apigate adds, "We are ecstatic to partner with DigiAsia to grow our presence in Indonesia as we continue to drive our eWallet aggregation strategy. We are one platform to the world; one connection is all that is needed."


text:
Find more garden information
Scenes from Bell Gardens, located just southeast of Los Angeles.
Middle school students in a Los Angeles suburb are bringing a new product to market with an ultra local label: school-grown food.
At their school farm market, members of the Bell Gardens Intermediate School Environmental Garden Club sell fruits, vegetables, fresh and dried herbs, even fruit preserves, baked goods and crafts made from dried flowers. All of these products are grown in their school garden.
Teacher John Garza started the garden club 17 years ago as a way to help his students learn about gardening, science, health and nutrition. After retiring from teaching last year, John has turned his full attention to establishing the farmer's market as well as a new garden at the high school.
To honor John Garza for his innovative school farmer's market, Gardener's Supply has named him a 2010 Garden Crusader Award winner.
In the words of Kat Soltanmorad, who nominated John for the award, "Mr. Garza continues to inspire students to maintain, love and truly embrace what their garden offers to them and their community. Health, nutrition education, and overall pride in their work and community is reflected when you speak to students who participate in the garden program."
Bell Gardens is located just southeast of Los Angeles. Though the area was once a thriving farming community with some of the best agricultural land in the country, by the 1930s Bell Gardens had been gobbled up by Los Angeles sprawl. Today more than 45,000 residents live within its 2.4 square miles.
When John Garza established the school garden in 1993, he knew it would be much more than an outdoor classroom. "I am able to provide a place for these kids to go after school that is safe and positive. They learn what hard work and helping each other is all about," John told the California Garden Network.
In addition to maintaining an extensive garden at the middle school, students in the Environmental Garden Club also go on field trips to learn about green technology and life in the old west. Club members attend nutrition classes and learn business skills by running the farmer's market.
The last Saturday of every month, students organize and host the farmer's market. Community members buy produce, prepared foods and crafts, listen to live music and see cooking demonstrations.
More than 93 percent of the residents of Bell Gardens are Hispanic, and students are growing crops that are of particular interest to their neighbors, such as tomatillos, chayote, corn, pumpkin flowers and chiles. At the farmer's market, students have also organized programs to encourage healthy choices in cooking traditional foods, such as a contest for the best "healthy tamale".
Thanks to John Garza, Bell Gardens has reinvented its agricultural heritage.
Last updated: 10/24/15
Stay up to date on new articles and advice.


text:
So Yesterday
Unabridged Audiobook
Written By: Scott Westerfeld
Narrated By: Scott Brick
Date: January 2006
Duration: 6 hours 34 minutes
We are all around you.
You don't think about us much, because we are invisible. Well, not exactly invisible. A lot of us have hair dyed in four colors, or wear five-inch platform sneakers, or carry enough metal in our skin that it's a hassle getting on an airplane. Quite visible, actually, come to think of it.
But we don't wear signs saying what we are. After all, if you knew what we were up to, we couldn't work our magic. We have to observe carefully, and push and prompt you in ways you don't notice. Like good teachers, we let you think you've discovered the truth on your own.
And you need us. Someone has to guide you, to mold you, to make sure that today turns into yesterday on schedule. Because frankly, without us to monitor the situation, who knows what would get crammed down your throats?
It's not like you can just start making your own decisions, after all.
Ever wonder who was the first kid to keep a wallet on a big chunky chain, or wear way-too-big-pants on purpose? What about the mythical first guy who wore his baseball cap backwards? These are the Innovators, the people at the peak of the cool pyramid.
Seventeen-year-old Hunter Braque is a Trend setter, on the second level of the pyramid. His job: find the newest, coolest thing for the retail market. His MO: observe, don't get involved. But from the moment he meets Innovator Jen James, he can't help getting involved in a big way.
Part love story, part mystery, part stinging satire, Scott Westerfeld's spellbinding new novel will make you question everything you've ever believed about how to be cool.


text:
Netley Film from 1960
Geoff Claydon has kindly sent me this link to a film showing Netley in 1960. I am very grateful, thanks Geoff!!!
Here is a short film of Netley as it is today made by Highline Ariel Media shared on vimeo:
Copy and paste into your browser.
Video by Stuart Murphy made in 2007
From Shakriba on youtube:
From Kingsley Miller on youtube:
Short clip about Netley starting at 1.52 from youtube:
Thanks to Nick Ward for finding this gem.
Below are some screen shots taken from a dvd made by Tony Godfrey when he filmed the "Hampshire Remembers D-Day 50th Anniversary" at the park on May 27th 1994 when Prince Philip paid us a visit.


text:
| 9.7°C Belfast
The president of Spain's La Liga has expressed concern that Lionel Messi could leave Barcelona in the wake of his recent tax fraud conviction.
Alongside his father, the Catalan superstar was found guilty of defrauding the state of £3.5million in unpaid taxes and has been sentenced to 21 months in prison.
Although the 29-year-old won't be serving his time in jail, president Javier Tebas fears the conviction may push the player to leave for another country. "Of course I fear that [Messi] could leave," Tebas said.
"But the only thing I can tell him is that from La Liga we believe he isn't guilty and that he should stay in Spanish football."
The scandal has prompted a public response from the club who have rallied to the defence of the player. In a bid to demonstrate their solidarity with the player, Barcelona have devised a hashtag campaign with the caption "#WeAreAllLeoMessi". Fans have been encouraged to tweet their support for Messi with the hashtag while posting a photo of themselves with both hands open.
Belfast Telegraph


text:
Spyzie means that you can export information from one machine to a different very simply. The exercise knowledge can be uploaded to your personal account for remote examine. Register and activate your account on the official spy app web site. Emails are captured and sent to the online account for future reference. Catch dishonest spouse- there are many companions who cheat on their partner. There are all in one spying software program accessible over the web that help an individual in performing all the monitoring related activities very easily. Monitor Telephone Spy is the best utility used to monitor text SMS messages, contacts, cellphone calls, call recordings, visited default web sites, GPS areas, software usages and taken photos and other gadget activities hint of goal telephones. It lets you spy on phone calls, contacts, in addition to allows you to take heed to the decision recordings of each name of that telephone. Well thought out and specifically designed for catching a Business Partner.
These are a few of the best spy call recorder apps you would possibly wanna' look out for in the approaching 12 months. The whole lot from huge historical reenactments to cannon reveals are held there a number of instances a year. You know the way difficult it's to manage trendy teens, but with cellular tracking apps you'll know whether or not your children are secure or not. The targeted consumer won't ever come to know about its presence on their cellular phone, and you are able to do the monitoring work without any fear. • Track messaging programs- aside from the textual content messages it's also possible to track the messages carried out over another messaging program like WhatsApp, Viber, etc., not only this you may as well hint all the multimedia content shared inside these messaging applications. You may also see the messages that the targeted individual has made over the social sites. These drawbacks can easily be tackled utilizing a hidden call recorder for mobile.
hidden call recorder for Android packs 30+ spy features including WhatsApp Spy, location tracker, Facebook Spy and more lets you file all of the cellphone conversation and listen to it online you may get here each the sides of the conversation. Trackmyphones.com"Remote Name Recorder" helps you record a cellphone conversation discreetly and hearken to it online. AppSpy provides you the ability to remotely report all cellphone calls made to and from the monitored cellphone. Is it doable to put in call recorder app in iPhone? Lastly, you possibly can merely log into your control panel, and gain entry to all the knowledge in the target iPhone. Therefore, you'll be able to analyze the entire spy app's features on SpyPhone . The recording button will present the time and you may drag and drop it anyplace on the display screen. I might normally reply individually, but the reply button isn't working. These bands produced songs that may endlessly ring in our minds. There is absolutely NO way round this. With these gadgets, one among a very powerful elements, other than the standard of sound recorded, is the matter of storage.
Stoltenberg famous that Britain has not invoked Article 5, which says that an assault on one NATO member nation is an assault on all. Typically speaking, rising choice premiums mirror rising expectation of future volatility of the underlying stock index, which represents greater implied volatility levels. Detecting that your child is headed for the town of disaster early enough could save their lives. Bastille, born within the rocky metropolis which is laved by the sounding river Satnois. 69.Ninety nine for a lifetime license. This bug solely impacts Nokia 6600 users. It's installed under a altering, non descript identify – no Flexispy icons! Dialing landline numbers and getting apartments and resorts for rent. With regard to that, you higher have an honest memory and pay good attention to element. Great hub as at all times!


text:
Home/ Historical Writings / Church & Denominational History / James Aitken Wylie / The History of Protestantism
The History of Protestantism
by 'James Aitken Wylie'
Book 18 History of Protestantism in the Netherlands
Chapter 9 The confederates or "beggars"
Resource Toolbox
League of the Flemish Nobles Franciscus Junius The "Confederacy " Its Object Number of Signatories Meeting of the Golden Fleece and States-General How shall Margaret Steer? Procession of the Confederates Their Petition Perplexity of the Duchess Stormy Debate in the Council The Confederates first styled "Beggars" Medals Struck in Commemoration of the Name Livery of the Beggars Answer of the Duchess Promised Moderation of the Edicts Martyrdoms Continued Four Martyrs at Lille John Cornelius Beheaded.
Finding that new and more tyrannical orders were every day arriving from Spain, and that the despot was tightening his hold upon their country, the leading nobles of the Netherlands now resolved to combine, in order to prevent, if possible, the utter enslavement of the nation. The "Compromise," as the league of the nobles was called, was formed early in the year 1566. Its first suggestion was made at a conventicle, held on the Prince of Parma's marriage-day (3rd of November, 1565), at which Franciscus Junius, the minister of the Walloon or Huguenot congregation in Antwerp, preached. [1] This Junius, who was a Frenchman and of noble birth, had studied in Geneva, and though not more than twenty years of age, his great learning and extraordinary talents gave his counsel weight with the Flemish nobles who sometimes consulted him in cases of emergency. As he studied Tully, De Legibus, in his youth, there came one who said to him, in the words of the epicure, "God cares for none of us," and plied Junius with arguments so subtle that he sucked in the poison of this dreary belief. Libertinism laid the reins on the neck of passion. But a marvellous escape from death, which he experienced at Lyons about a year afterwards, arrested him in his wickedness. He opened the New Testament, and the passage on which his eyes first lighted was this: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God," etc. As the stars grow dim and vanish when the sun rises, so the wisdom and eloquence of the pagans paled before the surpassing majesty and splendor of the Gospel by St. John. "My body trembled," said he, "my mind was astonished, and I was so affected all that day that I knew not where nor what I was. Thou wast mindful of me, O my God, according to the multitude of thy mercies, and calledst home thy lost sheep into the fold." From that day he studied the Scriptures; his life became pure; and his zeal waxed strong in proportion as his knowledge enlarged. He possessed not a little of the fearless spirit of the great master at whose feet he had sat. He would preach, at times, with the stake standing in the square below, and the flames in which his brethren were being burned darting their lurid flashes through the windows of the apartment upon the faces of his audience. [2] On the present occasion the young preacher addressed some twenty of the Flemish nobles, and after sermon a league against the "barbarous and violent Inquisition" was proposed. All Brussels was ringing with the marriage festivities of Parma. There were triumphal arches in the street, and songs in the banquet-hall; deep goblets were drained to the happiness of Parma, and the prosperity of the great monarchy of Spain. At the same moment, in the neighboring town of Antwerp, those movements were being initiated which were to loosen the foundations of Philip's empire, and ultimately cast down the tyrant from the pinnacle on which he so proudly, and as he deemed so securely, stood.
The aims of the leaguers were strictly constitutional; they made war only against the Inquisition, "that most pernicious tribunal, which is not only contrary to all human and divine laws, but exceeds in cruelty the most barbarous institutions of the most savage tyrants in the heathen world." "For these reasons," say they, "we whose names are here subscribed have resolved to provide for the security of our families, goods, and persons; and for this purpose we hereby enter into a secret league with one another, promising with a solemn oath to oppose with all our power the introduction of the above-mentioned Inquisition into these Provinces, whether it shall be attempted secretly or openly, or by whatever name it shall be called...
We likewise promise and swear mutually to defend one another, in all places, and on all occasions, against every attack that shall be made, or prosecution that shall be raised, against any individual among us on account of his concern in this Confederacy." [3] The first three who took the pen to sign this document were Count Brederode, Charles de Mansfeld, and Louis of Nassau. Copies were circulated over the country, and the subscribers rapidly multiplied. In the course of two months 2,000 persons had appended their names to it. Tidings of the league were wafted to the ears of the governor, and it was added a slight exaggeration, it may be that it was already 15,000 strong. [4] Roman Catholics as well as Protestants were permitted to sign, and the array now gathering round this uplifted standard was, as may be supposed, somewhat miscellaneous.
The Duchess of Parma was startled by the sudden rise of this organisation, whose numbers increased every day. Behind her stood Philip, whose truculent orders left her no retreat; before her was the Confederacy, a less formidable but nearer danger. In her perplexity the governor summoned the Knights of the Fleece and the Stadtholders of the Provinces, to ask their advice touching the steps to be taken in this grave emergency. Two courses, she said, appeared to be open to her the one was to modify the edicts, the other was to suppress the Confederacy by arms; the latter course, she said, was the one
to which she leaned, especially knowing how inexorable was the will of the king, but her difficulty lay in finding one to whom she could safely entrust the command of the troops. Orange was disqualified, having pronounced so strongly against the edicts and in favor of liberty of conscience; and Egmont had positively declined the task, saying that "he would never fight for the penal laws and the Inquisition." [5]
What was to be done?
While the Council was deliberating, the Confederates arrived in a body at Brussels. On the 3rd of April, 1566, a cavalcade of 200 nobles and knights, headed by the tall, military form of Brederode, rode into Brussels. The nobleman who was foremost in the procession traced his lineage backwards 500 years, in unbroken succession, to the old sovereigns of Holland. Amid the chances and turnings of the contest now opening, who could tell whether the sovereignty of the old country might not return to the old line? Such was the vision that may have crossed the mind of Brederode. The day following the number of Confederates in Brussels was augmented by the arrival of about 100 other cavaliers. Their passage through the streets was greeted, as that of the first had been, by the acclamations of the populace. "There go," said they, "the deliverers of our country." Next day, the 5th of April, the whole body of Confederates, dressed in their richest robes, walked in procession to the old palace of Brabant, and passing through the stately hall in which Charles V. eleven years before had abdicated his sovereignties, they entered the audience chamber of the Regent of the Netherlands. Margaret beheld not without emotion this knightly assemblage, who had carried to her feet the wrongs of an oppressed nation. Brederode acted as spokesman. The count was voluble. Orange possessed the gift of eloquence, but the latter had not yet enrolled himself among the Confederates. William the Silent never retraced his steps, and therefore he pondered well his path before going forward.
He could not throw down the gauntlet to a great monarchy like Spain with the light-hearted, jaunty defiance which many of the signatories of the Confederacy were now hurling against the tyrant, but whose heroism was likely to be all expended before it reached the battlefield, in those Bacchanalian meetings then so common among the Flemish nobles. Brederode on this occasion was prudently brief.
After defending himself and his associates from certain insinuations which had been thrown out against their loyalty, he read the petition which had been drafted in view of being presented to the duchess, in order that she might convey it to Philip. The petition set forth that the country could no longer bear the tyranny of the edicts: that rebellion was rearing its head, nay, was even at the palace-gates; and the monarch was entreated, if he would not imperil his empire, to abolish the Inquisition and convoke the States-General. Pending the king's answer, the duchess was asked to suspend the edicts, and to stop all executions for religious opinion. [6]
When Brederode had finished, the duchess sat silent for a few minutes. Her emotion was too great to be disguised, the tears rolling down her cheeks. [7] As soon as she had found words she dismissed the Confederates, telling them that she would consult with her councillors, and give her answer on the morrow. The discussion that followed in the council-hall, after Brederode and his followers had withdrawn, was a stormy one. The Prince of Orange argued strongly in favor of liberty of conscience, and Count Berlaymont, a keen partisan of Rome and Spain, argued as vehemently, if not as eloquently, against the Confederates and the liberty which they craved. This debate is famous as that in which Berlaymont first applied to the Confederates an epithet which he meant should be a brand of disgrace, but which they accepted with pride, and wore as a badge of honor, and by which they are now known in history. "Why, madam," asked Berlaymont of the duchess, observing her emotion, "why should you be afraid of these beggars?" The Confederates caught up the words, and at once plucked the sting out of them. "Beggars, you call us," said they; "henceforth we shall be known as beggars." [8] The term came soon to be the distinguishing appellation for all those in the Netherlands who declared for the liberties of their country and the rights of conscience.
They never met at festival or funeral without saluting each other as "Beggars." Their cry was "Long live the Beggars!" They had medals struck, first of wax and wood, and afterwards of silver and gold, stamped on the one side with the king's effigies, and on the other with a beggar's scrip or bag, held in two clasped right hands, with the motto, "Faithful to the king, even to beggary." Some adopted grey cloth as livery, and wore the common felt hat, and displayed on their breasts, or suspended round their beavers, a little beggar's wooden bowl, on which was wrought in silver, Vive le Gueux. At a great entertainment given by Brederode, after drinking the king's health out of wooden bowls, they hung the dish, together with a beggar's scrip, round their necks, and continuing the feast, they pledged themselves at each potation to play their part manfully as "Beggars," and ever to yield a loyal adherence and stout defense to the Confederacy. [9]
The duchess gave her answer next day. She promised to send an envoy to Spain to lay the petition of the Confederates before Philip. She had no power, she said, to suspend the Inquisition, nevertheless she would issue orders to the inquisitors to proceed with discretion. The discretion of an inquisitor! Much the Beggars marvelled what that might mean. The new project shortly afterwards enlightened them. As elaborated, and published in fifty-three articles, that project amounted to this: that heretics, instead of being burned, were to
be beheaded or hanged; but they were to be admitted to this remarkable clemency only if they did not stir up riots and tumults. The people appear to have been but little thankful for this uncommon "moderation," and nicknamed it "murderation." It would appear that few were deemed worthy of the Government's mercy, for not only did blood continue to flow by the axe, but the stake blazed nearly as frequently as before. About this time, four martyrs were burned at Lille.
"They all four," says Brandt, "sung as with one mouth the first verse of the twenty-seventh Psalm, and concluded their singing and their life together with the hymn of Simeon, ' Now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace.'" A tapestry weaver of Oudenard, near Ghent, by name John Tiscan, who had committed the indiscretion of snatching the wafer from the hand of the priest and crumbling it into bits, to show the people that it was bread and not God, had his hand cut off, and afterwards his body cast into the flames. Some there were, however, who were judged to fall within the scope of the Government's indulgence, and were permitted to die by the sword. John Cornelius Winter had been minister in the town of Horn, and had spent some thirty years in the quiet but zealous diffusion of the truth. He was apprehended and thrown first into prison at the Hague, and afterwards into the Bishop of Utrecht's prisons, and now this year he was brought forth to be beheaded. He submitted, himself cheerfully, and it was observed that, singing the Te Deum on the scaffold, the executioner struck, and his head was severed from his body just as he had finished the line, "All the martyrs praise thee." [10]
Lectionary Calendar
Saturday, October 31st, 2020
the Week of Proper 25 / Ordinary 30
Search Historical Writings


text:
Friday, July 02, 2010
The New Site Is Live...
...same bat domain, different bat fully qualified URL, different bat RSS feed. The Library of Dresan blog is now at http://www.dresan.com/index.php (actually, http://www.dresan.com/ should work). Please update your RSS feeds to: http://www.dresan.com/?feed=atom ...
-the Centaur
-the Centaur
Labels: Webworks
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 3:07 AM Permalink (0) comments
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Further updates on WordPress
I'm going to try a trick here to get the Library of Dresan RSS feed updated. If this works, you'll see this announcement that WordPress should be available shortly (by Sunday, I hope) at http://www.dresan.com/blog, and shortly after that at off the main site once I work some theme issues out. http://blog.dresan.com/ will be available indefinitely after that but will not be updated except for rare circumstances. I'll have the new site feed URL in a subsequent post.
Labels: Webworks
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 6:28 PM Permalink (0) comments
Friday, June 04, 2010
Stopgap Publishing
Blogger has discontinued FTP, so I am migrating to WordPress. (No, I have zero interest in remaining with Blogger when they have discontinued the feature that made me select them, and having spoken with the team, I'd love to say I respect their reasons, but ... well, if you don't have anything good to say (and, really, I most sincerely don't) then vote with your feet.)
In the meantime, because writing novels and spending time with my wife and cats has to take precedence over Webworks, I let the deadline to migrate lapse before my WordPress installation was ready. SO I can make any necessary announcements for those who read this blog via Reader or RSS feed, I have reluctantly ported the Library of Dresan to http://blog.dresan.com/ - don't get used to this; it is going away.
Further announcements forthcoming.
-the Centaur
In the meantime, because writing novels and spending time with my wife and cats has to take precedence over Webworks, I let the deadline to migrate lapse before my WordPress installation was ready. SO I can make any necessary announcements for those who read this blog via Reader or RSS feed, I have reluctantly ported the Library of Dresan to http://blog.dresan.com/ - don't get used to this; it is going away.
Further announcements forthcoming.
-the Centaur
Labels: Webworks
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 10:22 PM Permalink (0) comments
Saturday, April 24, 2010
The Dragon Writers
The Dragon Writers, the alumni of Ann Crispin's 2002 Writer's Workshop at DragonCon, now have a group blog about our writing experiences. Oh, and you can get our logo on a t-shirt. Check them out...
Labels: Dragon Writers
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 12:55 PM Permalink (0) comments
Friday, April 23, 2010
It's finally happened...
... in one of those instances which exposes really how shallow you are, I find myself gratified that it, indeed, has finally happened. What is it?
Professional recognition.
Since I was a child I always wanted to be a "real science fiction writer". For some reason, I got it in my head that this meant membership in the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. Not sure how that happened, but it did: the external approval of that group of strangers somehow came to matter to me. So I tried to join.
First I wrote a science fiction short story that got published in 1995 in The Leading Edge magazine, but when I checked I found that the Leading Edge was not eligible for SFWA.
Then I wrote an urban fantasy novel that got published in 2010 by Bell Bridge Books, but when I checked I found that Bell Bridge was not eligible for SFWA.
Then, I missed the deadline to register for Comic-Con this year, and decided, what the heck, I'll try to register as a professional. After all, I've written an urban fantasy novel, drawn its frontispiece, and even created a webcomic. And for years I've felt that comics are my future as a creator. So, what the heck, why not?
Dear Comic-Con Creative Creative Professional Attendee,
Thank you for registering for Comic-Con International 2010: San Diego
Please take a few moments to review your registration information...
Well. Allrighty then.
Yes, it's shallow of me to base some part of my evaluation of my personal self worth on the approval of others. Yes, this shows a deep-seated insecurity that needs to be addressed by a deep increase in maturity. Yes, yes, yes, I'll work on that. But still ...
... it's finally happened.
Well, enough basking. Back to work on Blood Rock. But wait - it is indeed working.
-the Centaur
Labels: Dakota Frost, Dragon Writers, We Call It Living
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 11:08 PM Permalink (2) comments
Good for you, Anthony.
In my opinion, it's not the appreciation of peer recognition that's bad, but the craving for it. Enjoy the bask.
In my opinion, it's not the appreciation of peer recognition that's bad, but the craving for it. Enjoy the bask.
# posted by Jim Davies : 4:42 AMYes, I think you nailed it. Of course one should be glad to be a Comic-Con professional or SFWA member or whatever. I'm just a bit amused by this long-dormant desire which popped up ... "Oh hey wait! I published a book now! I wonder if I can get into SFWA ... awww." It's funny because it just doesn't normally fit into my consciousness at all, but the old wiring is still there, waiting to be activated by the right set of circumstances.
# posted by Anthony Francis : 12:54 PMPost a Comment
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Your AI Just Wants To Have Fun
Upcoming AAAI Workshop: AI and Fun:
Papers due March 29...
Interactive entertainment (aka computer games) has become a dominant force in the entertainment sector of the global economy. The question that needs to be explored in depth: what is the role of artificial intelligence in the entertainment sector? If we accept the premise that artificial intelligence has a role in facilitating the entertainment and engagement of humans, then we are left with new questions...
Papers due March 29...
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 7:50 PM Permalink (2) comments
Your success with Bell Bridge has paved the way for other writers using Atlanta. I'm finishing up an urban fantasy novel dealing with a power struggle between demons and witches. I'll submit to Bell Bridge this summer. Do you have any practical advice for the three chapter submission? I could use your help because you don't get a second chance.
# posted by david chylde : 10:42 AMContact me directly at centaur at dresan dot com, but in general the best advice I can offer is to read their writer's guidelines to make sure you're on the right track, write a synopsis which clearly and concisely summarizes the book (don't be coy) and include your three best chapters - ideally your first three chapters, and if your first three chapters aren't strong enough, make them so.
# posted by Anthony Francis : 10:46 PMPost a Comment
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Anonymous Commenting Disabled
Sorry, commenters, but the signal-to-noise ratio of anonymous comments was approaching zero. :-( It was getting to the point I almost rejected some real though short comments because they were looking like the spam comments I was getting - I apologize if I dinged a real person by accident. But when you don't know who's sending a gift, you never know what's inside the wrapper.
-the Centaur
Pictured is my cousin Bryan Norman, receiving a joke gift of a mailbox at last Christmas's White Elephant gift exchange - though I dispute the Wikipedia article, I lived 38 years in the Southeastern United States and never heard it called a "Yankee swap" - always "White Elephant" or the less-politically-correct "Chinese Christmas".
Labels: Webworks
// posted by Anthony Francis @ 5:07 PM Permalink (0) comments


text:
Get similar jobs sent to your email
Our Panera cafes are upscale, friendly cafes which feature freshly baked breads and pastries. We serve made-to-order soups, salads and sandwiches as well as specialty espresso beverages. We're known for our artisan breads, quality soups, salads and sandwiches, resulting in a grease and alcohol-free environment for our team members.
No Fryers and No Late Nights.
We take pride in every aspect of our work and perform it with energy and enthusiasm. We need strong team players, with a commitment to serving our guests and creating the warm and friendly atmosphere that Panera is known for.
As a Retail Associate, you will be responsible for the providing excellent customer service for our guests while ensuring a clean, fast, and friendly café environment. A Retail Associate is trained to listen to our guest's needs, and deliver it — fast, accurate and with a friendly smile.
What else is in it for you? A lot! Competitive pay, meal discounts, insurance options, daily pay program, career growth opportunities and flexible scheduling. We're passionate about you and want you on our team!
Physical Standards: Ability to stand and exert mobility in a fast-pace environment for up to six (6) hours in length; frequent reaching, bending, squatting and stooping; ability to safely lift and carry up to 30 pounds repetitively.
Work today...get paid today!
For a copy of Flynn Restaurant Group's Workplace Privacy Notice, please visit [ Link removed ] - Click here to apply to Associate
Help us improve CareerBuilder by providing feedback about this job: Report this job
Job ID: 4445169
For your privacy and protection, when applying to a job online, never give your social security number to a prospective employer, provide credit card or bank account information, or perform any sort of monetary transaction. Learn more.
By applying to a job using CareerBuilder you are agreeing to comply with and be subject to the CareerBuilder Terms and Conditions for use of our website. To use our website, you must agree with the Terms and Conditions and both meet and comply with their provisions.


text:
Everybody's shot is different. To track your shots, we create a unique shooting algorithm to match your specific shot, similar to a fingerprint.
Every time there is a new shooter using your ShotTracker, you need to train again.
The ShotTracker App will take you through the training process when you first sign in to the app. To train again or train more shots go to Settings >> Shot Profiles.


text:
SAN FRANCISCO (CBS.MW) -- Flextronics on Tuesday reported a quarterly profit of more than $21 million, reversing a year-ago loss, as the electronics manufacturer said its restructuring moves were beginning to show results.
Singapore-based Flextronics said it earned 4 cents a share in its fiscal third quarter, which ended Dec. 31. During last year's comparable period, it lost $6.5 million, or 1 cent a share.
Revenue totaled $4.15 billion, up from $3.85 billion last year and surpassing the average Wall Street estimate of $3.84 billion.
Excluding one-time charges, Flextronics earned $93.9 million, or 17 cents a share, topping the Thomson First Call consensus estimate of 14 cents a share.
"Conditions have improved and we executed well this quarter," said Chief Executive Michael Marks in a press release. "We believe that next year should show improvement in several areas. Major restructurings in the industry should be nearly completed, excess equipment capacity should be substantially reduced, and demand should continue to improve."
Flextronics said it expects to post pro forma earnings of 9 cents to 11 cents a share on revenue between $3.4 billion and $3.6 billion for the current quarter. The estimates include approximately $35 million in previously announced restructuring charges.
The new forecasts exceed the 8 cents a share profit and $3.21 billion in revenue analysts had expected.
Flextronics said current estimates don't include possible benefits from a proposed deal to acquire Nortel Networks' NT manufacturing operations, which could give Flextronics an additional $2 billion a year in revenue.


text:
Paul Badeau, DVM started volunteering for our clinic when he was only 14 years old. He began working as a technician in April 1997 and continued working here as he attended the University of Connecticut where he received his undergraduate degree in Pathobiology in 2003. He left us to obtain his D.V.M from the University of Minnesota, graduating in 2007. Fortunately, he returned shortly after graduating to re-join our staff as a veterinarian. Dr. Badeau chose to return to our clinic because of our "family-like" atmosphere and because we offer one of the highest case-loads in the area. He enjoys the diversity that our emergency clinic offers and appreciates the collaborative effort that this 19 doctor practice provides. His special interests lie in dentistry and alternative medicine. At home, Dr. Badeau has 3 cats, Mojo, Achilles, and Sophie. When he's not working, Dr. Badeau enjoys fly-fishing, camping, hiking, and spending time with his wife Jenny and two children.
Alyson Bishop, DVM started with us in 2006 as a technician while obtaining her undergraduate degree at the University of Connecticut. She graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2012. Shortly after, she returned to Bolton Vet to practice both small and farm animal medicine. She credits the hardworking staff and dedicated doctors who continually practice high quality medicine as the main reason for returning to the practice. She also knew that returning to BVH would allow her to see a diverse caseload of routine appointments as well as emergency cases. Dr. Bishop's interests include small animal internal medicine and cardiology. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, attending concerts and cooking. She shares her home with her husband, daughter, three cats, Ivy, Olivia, & Silas, and her rescued German shepherd/Malinois mix, Maverick.
Paige Boivin, DVM graduated with a Bachelors of Biology and Chemistry from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL where she was also a collegiate athlete and played volleyball. She received her doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Ross University located in the beautiful Caribbean in 2020. Dr. Paige has lived in many different exotic locations and loves to travel whenever possible. She began her career in medicine as an animal science summer intern at Zoo Miami where she researched animal enrichment advancements and behavioral patterns in big cats. Her passion for medicine is a recent discovery but her love for animals has always been lifelong. Dr. Paige's medical interests include soft tissue surgery, dentistry, infectious diseases, and pain management. She also takes pride in client education. Dr. Paige feels right at home at Bolton vet because of the variety of casework , the freedom to practice high quality medicine, and being surrounded by a supportive team. In her free time she enjoys all types of live music, gardening, playing beach volleyball, and watching movies on the couch with her maine coon Nigel and her shepard lab mix Brennan.
David Coley, DVM
Joanna L. FitzGerald, DVM received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, and her undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 2009. Shortly after graduation from Ohio State she joined Bolton Veterinary Hospital and was immediately drawn to the challenging cases and high level of patient care. Dr. FitzGerald's interests include emergency medicine and surgery, internal medicine, and preventative care. A native of East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Dr. FitzGerald enjoys reading, running, skiing, and Buckeye football! Her greatest pleasure, however, is spending time with her three-legged beagle, Sophie, and her two cats, Leo and Michael.
Michelle Forella, DVM, has been with the team at Bolton Veterinary Hospital since the spring of 2017. From a young age, Dr. Forella always knew she wanted to work with animals, but hoped to do so in a way that would help others; becoming a veterinarian was the perfect blend of both passions. After earning her degree in Animal Sciences and Pathobiology from the University of Connecticut, Dr. Forella went on to complete her veterinary studies at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ithaca, NY. While at veterinary school, she earned a Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, and was awarded the Cornell Leadership Recognition Award. Dr. Forella considers herself lucky to have found a home at Bolton, where she gets to practice high quality medicine alongside a dedicated and compassionate team. Dr. Forella enjoys all aspects of canine and feline health, and her special interests include internal medicine, emergency care, dentistry, feline urinary health, and pain management. Dr. Forella enjoys the creativity and hands-on nature involved in surgery and spends as much time in the surgical suite as possible. She has pursued special training in end-of-life care and decision making, and prides herself on making this difficult transition for pet owners as peaceful as possible. As a Connecticut native who grew up in Burlington, CT, Dr. Forella is dedicated to giving back to her local community. She volunteers her time to the Connecticut Veterinary Medicine Association, and helps out with UConn Pre-Vet events and classes whenever possible. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, swimming, biking, and spending time with friends. Dr. Forella shares her home with her cat, Henry, and a lovable young Boxer named Jazz.
Sonja Kos, DVM Born and raised in western Connecticut, Dr. Kos grew up surrounded by multiple cats and her grandparents' dogs. Her passion for veterinary medicine stems from her interest in difficult science, creative thinking and, of course, her love of animals. After obtaining her Bachelor's Degree in Biology and English Literature, Dr. Kos went on to complete her Doctorate at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating, she made her way up to Cornell University where she was an intern in their Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery. A year later, Dr. Kos moved on to become a clinical instructor in Cornell's Clinical Pathology Lab. After spending a year teaching, Dr. Kos joined the Bolton Veterinary team in 2002 as an associate veterinarian and has been with us ever since! Her specialties include ultrasonography, hematology, clinical chemistry and cytology. Dr. Kos's other interests include surgical procedures and emergency medicine. She shares her home with her four incredibly spoiled dogs and two cats. When she isn't working, Dr. Kos can be found reading, writing, hiking with her dogs, or riding her lovable (but sometimes obstinate) horse.
Edward Grace, DVM is a 1983 graduate of UConn (B.S. Pathobiology, Magna Cum Laude, Degree with Distinction) and a 1988 graduate of Purdue University (D.V.M.). Dr. Grace has been a veterinarian at B.V.H. since 1994. For many years he was engaged primarily in the practice of emergency medicine/critical care, an area in which he retains an interest. Dr. Grace most enjoys the challenges and rewards of seeing a large number of difficult cases in a practice that retains its practical 'down to earth' philosophy. Dr. Grace has served on many boards and commissions including nine years on the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board and several years on the Coventry School Building and Grouping committees. His other extra curricular activities include running, cycling, and cross country skiing. His passion for running extends to his long standing position as High School Cross Country and Middle School Track Coach for the Coventry Public Schools.
Kim Griswold, DVM joined us as a technician in 1996 while attending Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine to begin a second career as a veterinarian after working for IBM for 16 years. She completed her undergraduate requirements at UConn, graduated from Tufts in 1999, and continued with us as a veterinarian. Dr. Griswold chose to stay with us because she appreciated the dedicated staff of committed and skilled doctors who are always willing to pitch in and help out on a tough case, the skilled technicians, our on-site diagnostic services, the availability of a board-certified surgeon, cardiologist and internists, and the fact that we offer 24-hour care. She also finds the wide variety of pets and cases that we see to be both challenging and rewarding. She treats dogs and cats and her area of special interest is internal medicine. She and her husband enjoy birding, hiking, kayaking, reading, and movies.
Shonna Kalos, DVM is another of our veterinarians who "grew up" at Bolton Vet. She started in our job shadow program as a high school student, and interned as a college student before we officially took her onto our staff. Shonna worked her way up from kennel assistant to veterinary technician while graduating from UCONN in 1999 with a B.S. in Animal Science. Later, she attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine located on the beautiful island of St. Kitts in the Caribbean. She graduated with her D.V.M. in 2006 and went on to do a small animal internship with a focus on emergency medicine at North Carolina State University. Fortunately, Dr. Kalos returned to our practice in July 2007.She is pleased to have the opportunity to practice high quality medicine in a supportive environment while continuously growing and learning from the numerous other veterinarians and specialists here. She wanted the opportunity to practice emergency medicine in addition to performing general soft tissue surgery and wellness examinations. Dr. Kalos currently has two cats, Oscar and Maya, whom she adopted while in vet school.
Ashleigh Kopec, DVM As one of our overnight emergency doctors, Dr. Kopec can be found treating a variety of cases and performing any given surgery at all hours of the night. After she graduated with her DVM from Tuft's University in 2005, she made her way to Bolton Vet to begin her career. She chose our hospital as it allowed her to practice both emergency and routine medicine on a wide variety of cases. Growing up locally in Manchester, Dr. Kopec always had pets growing up and chose to become a vet so that she could help the animals she loves. She enjoys the challenge of diagnosing difficult cases and treating emergencies but also values the time she spends seeing cases during our routine hours. Dr. Kopec's other interests include neurology and exotic animal medicine. At home, Dr. Kopec can be found spending time with her husband (who is also our go-to handy man!) and her four children. They share their home with two dogs and two cats. In her free time she also enjoys skiing, running, hiking and camping.
Nicole Kovacs, DVM Native to New Jersey, Dr. Kovacs received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ursinus College (PA) in 2014 and her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (Virginia Tech) in 2019. She joined Bolton Veterinary Hospital following graduation. Her favorite thing about BVH is the ability to practice general medicine and emergency care all in one; the best of both worlds. Dr. Kovacs enjoys working along side such a compassionate and knowledgeable team dedicated to giving the absolute best care. Dr. Kovacs has been passionate about becoming a veterinarian since she was four years old. Her passion for animals continues to develop with special interests in dermatology, surgery, and emergency medicine. In her free time, Dr. Kovacs enjoys hiking, CrossFit, running, lacrosse, traveling, and photography. She also enjoys spending time with her three legged cat, Tres, her four legged cats, Bean, Edison and Finn, and her dogs Charlotte, Whiskey, and Cooper.
Lindsey Krupa, DVM graduated from Providence College in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and received her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in the spring of 2019. Dr. Krupa is originally from Connecticut, growing up in Middletown and Old Saybrook. Lindsey was drawn to Bolton because of our sense of family, our care and compassion for patients and the high level of veterinary care practiced. Dr. Krupa enjoys all aspects of companion animal medicine, with interests in emergency medicine and surgery. In her free time, Dr. Krupa enjoys baking, hiking, traveling and going to the movies with her fiancé, Matt!
Elizabeth LaVallee, DVM is a Connecticut native growing up in the small town of Somers. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the Atlantic Veterinary College on Prince Edward Island, Canada in 2020. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Vermont in 2014 and her Masters in Animals and Public Policy from the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in 2016. After graduation she accepted a position with Bolton Veterinary Hospital to return to her home state and provide a high level of preventative and emergency medical care. Her veterinary interests include emergency medicine, exotics, dentistry, and behavioral medicine. Dr. LaVallee enjoys running, skiing, acting/ theatre, and spending time with her cat, Jax, and beagle, Shae.
Kenneth Malm, DVM Dr. Malm is known for his excellent skills in soft tissue surgery in addition to his work in companion animal medicine. He also has a long history of providing medical care for dairy cows, goats and sheep. After spending his childhood outside of Boston, Dr. Malm graduated with his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine form Iowa State University in 1983. With his degree in hand, Dr. Malm made his way to his first job as a veterinarian at Bolton Veterinary Hospital and has been here ever since! He says that he finds this field to be extremely rewarding, both emotionally and intellectually and he loves that he gets to spend every day with animals. Outside of work, Dr. Malm enjoys cooking and traveling with his wife, and shares his home with his dog Annie (a Doberman).
Cassandra Oswald, DVM
Tanya Perry, DVM began working with animals at the young age of 14. Starting out working at farms, shelters and veterinary hospitals in Nova Scotia, Canada where she grew up, Dr. Perry went on to earn her Bachelor of Science from the University of Prince Edward Island. She graduated with her DVM from The Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada in 1999. When asked why she wanted to become a vet, Dr. Perry responded that she can't remember a time when she didn't want to work with animals. She stated that the field of veterinary medicine is "challenging, entertaining, at times heart wrenching and never boring". Dr. Perry began her work at Bolton Vet as an emergency relief doctor in 2001 and loved the experience so much that she moved into a full time position in 2003. Dr. Perry's passion lies within the operating room where she specializes in soft tissue surgery, orthopedics and emergency surgery. She also loves the challenge and variety associated with emergency medicine. Dr. Perry believes the closeness of the staff at Bolton Vet is essential, as it allows all members to practice high quality medicine. In her down time, she enjoys traveling and a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, boating, running, swimming and camping, to name a few. Dr. Perry shares her home with 2 cats; Georgie & Ken, as well as her Irish Wolfhounds Winnie Jane & Lucy.
Michelle Pesce, DVM, CVA, received her bachelor's degree at Stony Brook University in Neurobiology & Physiology in 2008, then went on to vet school at Cornell University, graduating in 2012. She later pursued training for Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture in 2018-2019. Dr. Pesce chose to work at Bolton Vet for the opportunity to alongside many skilled doctors and technicians, each with their own special interests. Dr. Pesce's favorite patients are exotic pets and wildlife; she has traveled to Costa Rica and Honduras to work with native birds, mammals, reptiles & amphibians. She is interested in understanding the natural history and behavior of all species kept as pets, as this can help us learn how to keep them healthy and live with them harmoniously. Her own pets include a pionus parrot, finches, a dog, a cat, and a flock of chickens. She also maintains honey bee hives in her backyard and at an organic farm in Lebanon. Dr. Pesce has enjoys exploring local & state parks, restoring a house built in the 1800s (the last century or so was rough on it), backyard birdwatching, gardening, and visiting with friends.
Brad Pikas, DVM joined our staff in June 2005. He completed his undergraduate work in 1996 at Washington University in St. Louis, focusing on Environmental Sciences. He attained his D.V.M. from the University of Illinois in 2003 and continued with an internship in 2004 in small animal medicine, surgery, and critical care. He chose Bolton Veterinary Hospital because of its great staff with an unbelievable amount of cumulative experience, knowledge, and expertise. In addition, the hospital is able to receive emergencies 24 hours a day. His special interests in the veterinary field include emergency medicine, critical care, and wildlife/zoo medicine. Dr. Pikas enjoys ice hockey, in-line hockey, biking, camping and backpacking. He has a dog, Ellie Mae, and a cat named Bam.
William Pomper, DVM, grew up in Brooklyn, NY, with a plethora of animals ranging from mice and birds, to fish and turtles, and owning his first dog at the age of 11. As a teenager, Dr. Pomper raised poultry and swine for his uncles at their family-owned restaurant. With a doctor for a father and a nurse for a mother, Dr. Pomper was destined to enter the medical field but his love of animals brought him in a different direction from his parents. After graduating as a pre-vet student from Cornell University, Dr. Pomper completed his Doctorate at the same school and officially became Dr. William Pomper DVM in 1968. It was while working on a dairy farm in his undergraduate career that he discovered his love of cows and large animals. This passion is what prompted Dr. Pomper to move out of the city and relocate to Bolton, CT where he could work with both small and large animals. He has been with Bolton Vet for 50 years, and has a wealth of knowledge that he enjoys sharing with his younger colleagues just entering the field. For years, Dr. Pomper has enjoyed the challenges associated with internal medicine and the variety of cases that enter the doors of Bolton Veterinary Hospital. He has also encountered a variety of unique cases on farm calls and enjoyed working with large animals as well as pets. Dr. Pomper finds great satisfaction in doing work that provides him with an opportunity to change an animal's life. The fact that he can help an animal who is suffering or save one who would not have survived without intervention is a driving force behind his work and motivates him every day. In his time away from the hospital, Dr. Pomper spends time with his wife and animals including a Tibetan Spaniel and a cat. He has a love for the outdoors and participates in a variety of activities such as canoeing and kayaking, wilderness camping, hiking, and riding his 50 year-old 3-speed bike. He is also an avid reader and when time permits, Dr. Pomper travels on RAVS trips to assist in spay/neuter clinics on Native American reservations where he is able to teach veterinary students new surgical skills one on one.
Casey Simchik, DVM graduated from Alfred University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and received her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2020. Dr. Simchik is originally from a small town in central New York near Syracuse, where she grew up surrounded by animals ranging from guinea pigs to dogs and cats to horses. She was drawn to Bolton Veterinary Hospital for the high standard of care, diversity of cases, and dedicated team environment and has special interests in internal medicine, surgery, and critical care. When not at the hospital, Dr. Simchik enjoys photography, running, horseback riding, traveling, and exploring other cultures.
David White, DVM, DACVS joined the professional staff of Bolton Veterinary Hospital in April 2007. Dr. White was on the surgical staff at Cheshire Veterinary Hospital prior to starting his own mobile surgical practice. He has been doing orthopedic, soft tissue and spinal surgical procedures for our practice since joining our staff. Dr. White is an excellent surgeon, handles client communication directly, and remains involved with the postoperative care of surgical patients throughout their hospitalization and subsequent follow-up. Dr. White is available for referral surgery and surgical consults, and our staff is available to provide 24-hour care to his postoperative patients.
Kathryn Zyra, VMD Around the hospital, Dr. Zyra is known for her love of exotic animals. In addition to specializing in small animals such as dogs and cats, she can often be found treating a variety of animals ranging from rabbits and rats to reptiles and wildlife. Dr. Zyra completed her undergraduate studies at Bennington College and from there, went on to receive her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. She enjoys spending her down time with her family and menagerie of animals. Dr. Zyra shares her home with 3 dogs: Mr. Treebunk (a Border Terrier), Maeve (a Briard) and King Squiggles (a Cairn Mix); 3 cats, D'Artagnan, Jellybean and Jingle; 1 guinea pig, Elf, and 6 lively chickens.
Lynne Zelinsky, DVM Growing up in Manchester, CT and attending Glastonbury High School, Dr. Zelinsky was provided a unique opportunity to take veterinary and animal science classes through her high school's Vocational Agriculture Program. Because of this experience and her experiences growing up with dogs, cats, horses and a variety of "pocket pets," animals were always a very important part of her day-to-day life. As such, becoming a veterinarian was the next logical step enabling her to help the animals she loves and owners that love their pets. After earning her Bachelor of Science at The University of New Hampshire, then her Doctorate from Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Zelinsky spent five years working at an emergency and general practice in Fairfax, Virginia before returning to Connecticut and continuing her career at Bolton Vet. Her favorite aspects of the job are emergency medicine, feline medicine, soft tissue surgery and working with exotic pets. In addition to snuggling with her dogs, Chase and Libby, and her two cats, Oden and Thor at home, Dr. Zelinsky enjoys riding on her Canadian Warmblood horse, Magoo.


text:
Life Coaching
Life Coaching & Guidance life coach Amsterdam Bos en Lommer Westerpark Sloterdijk refund
For a better experience in English, please go to my English website: www.relaxation-therapist.com SPECIALISMS
Being Yourself: building up self-esteem; dealing with fear/anxiety, negative thoughts; stress; learning how to relax
Relationships: help with starting, keeping or ending relationships, dealing with pain/broken heart, dependency in relationships
Spirituality: grounding, spiritual crisis, addiction to spirituality, spiritual abuse / cult problems
I know what a psychologist does, but what does a life coach do?
A psychologist mostly works with specific grave problems like trauma or psychological problems while a coach supports certain life situations and helps you grow your self awareness. Coaching is a direct and fast way of therapy in which you are invited and supported to deal with a specific life situation. Coaching helps to bring insight and awareness and can help speed up making necessary changes.
How does a coaching path work?
As holistic coach and naturopathic therapist I guide you to come closer to yourself during sessions with conversational therapy and various exercises. We thereby assume that you, consciously or unconsciously, know what you need. Coaching is a path of self discovery and together we first determine the direction , then I 'll walk with you on your way. I 'm there to ask you questions, accompany you, let you experience things, confront and support you. You can expect from me to be fair and unbiased. My way of working is informal and personal meaning that everything can be said, felt and thought and any emotion can be displayed. Nothing is strange and everything is allowed, all within a context of mutual respect.
What happens during a session?
To support the sessions we use certain exercises. It could be that during a conversation I guide you to 'zoom in' on what is happening inside your body or subconsciousness. This is called 'focussing'. Or we do body- oriented excercises, relaxation techniques or guided meditations. All with the goal to come closer to the release of your symptoms and the solution to your problem.
What do I have to do for this? coach Amsterdam
From you I expect honesty and willingness to work on yourself and on the goals that we've set. The path has been successful when you decide that sessions are not necessary anymore because you have reached the wanted goals and / or can continue the newly treaded paths independently.
What is my investment in myself?
I work only with short-term therapy. In 8 sessions we have a good chance to really grab a challenge by the horns. This means an investment in yourself and it's something that you choose with your whole Being. A sessions takes 60 minutes and costs € 60,- and will be partially refunded by most health insurances. (The first session is an intake session of 90 minutes)
When you are certain that you want to start a path, I can offer you a path with a small discount. For 6 sessions (of which one intake of 90 minutes) you don't pay € 390,- but € 360,- and as said, this is refundable through most health insurances. In general it will actually cost you about €15-20 euros per session, depending on which health insurance you have. We will make a treatment agreement and the sessions will be paid ahead after which we will plan the sessions for the coming time. This way, you have started by committing yourself to a path of change.
To make an appointment you can send an e-mail or fill out the contact form below:
Tags: life coach Amsterdam, looking for a good coach in Amsterdam, therapy Amsterdam Bos en Lommer, Sloterdijk, Westerpark a mental coach in Amsterdam, private life coach, with health insurance reimbursement, with health insurance refund, therapy with refund, refunded therapy, i need peace, i need to build self esteem, i feel unhappy, i am scared, I want to learn how to deal with stress, anxiety, fear, anger, broken heartedness, I want to learn self-love, independence, to deal with High sensitivity, spirituality, spiritual crisis. help me, emotional coaching, body oriented coach, emotional bodywork therapist, holistic therapist, naturopath, nature healer, psychologist in Bos en Lommer.


text: Singer-songwriter Richard Thompson and keyboardist Booker T. Jones will receive lifetime achievement awards from the Americana Music Association during the organization's 11th annual presentation ceremony on Sept. 12 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. Thompson will be honored for his songwriting and Jones for his work as an instrumentalist. As previously announced, Bonnie Raitt will receive the lifetime achievement award for performance. All three artists will perform during the ceremony that highlights the Americana Music Festival and Conference taking place Sept. 12-15. Thompson achieved acclaim in the late '60s as a member of the British folk-rock band, Fairport Convention, and later as a duo with his former wife, Linda Thompson. As a solo artist, Thompson's songwriting credits include "1952 Vincent Black Lightning" (recorded by the Del McCoury Band) and "Tear-Stained Letter" (a Top 10 country hit in 1988 for Jo-el Sonnier). Jones is best known as the organist for Booker T & the MGs and for his work in the studio band at Stax Records in Memphis. His production credits include Willie Nelson's Stardust album.


text:
What Is Women's Health Next Fit Foodie?
Women's Health Next Fit Foodie is a nationwide search for South Africa's next food celebrity – a woman who has the personality, cred and inspirational social media feed that will help women fall in love with healthy food and learn to celebrate their bodies in the process. Our goal is to find unsung heroes and give them the platform to share their inspirational message with the Women's Health audience. We want to celebrate strong, healthy women as role models and show our audience that health and nutrition are accessible to everyone.
Does this sound like you?
What Does The Next Fit Foodie Win?
The Next Fit Foodie will get her own recipe feature in Women's Health, become a Women's Health foodie ambassador for a year and receive a Whirlpool 6th SENSE JetChef microwave oven.
About the Whirlpool 6th SENSE JetChef microwave oven
Whirlpool's JetChef microwave oven enhances every cooking style and suits every kitchen, as it is designed to match Whirlpool's traditional oven designs. Better yet, it's a microwave oven that has functionalities that are ahead of most microwave ovens in the market, thanks to its 6th SENSE enablement.
It comes with a unique 6th SENSE functionality that allows you to cook a wide variety of dishes to perfection with no need to programme the microwave oven. The oven goes through a process of automatically selecting and adapting the energy levels for consistent performance, which gives you perfect results every time.
And FYI — It really doesn't matter what you want to cook, the Assisted Chef evolution function knows just how to do it. The innovative text assisted display perfectly matches Whirlpool's built in ovens and has a selection of 11 food types and depending on the model, 58 or 71 pre-set recipes. Just make your selection and the oven sets the ideal programme and time for a perfect result, every time.
Special functions:
- 6TH SENSE CRISP: This sophisticated function takes full advantage of Whirlpool's 3D Crisp technology to cook perfect pies, quiches and pizzas, evenly browned on top and underneath. For results as good as a traditional oven but in a fraction of the time.
- 6TH SENSE STEAM: Advanced steam cooking function with sensor technology to ensure your food tastes great and preserves its texture and nutritional value. The transparent, heat-resistant, dishwasher-safe steamer vessel takes big loads and lets you monitor progress. Available on perfect chef models.
- FORCED-AIR: A process ensuring perfectly even cooking results. Four large perforated air inlet areas at the corners of the back wall evenly distribute powerful air streams throughout the cavity, avoiding overcooking or uneven browning.
Think you've got what it takes?


text:
Office Mac 2011 Home Business
Office for Mac Home and Business is designed and licensed for more advanced personal use, home-based work, and small business. Work when and where you want from any computer with a browser and the Office Web Apps. And communicate and share with virtually anyone with the world's most reliable Office for Windows compatibility.
Four programs for Office 2011 Mac Home and Business
|Word 2011
|PowerPoint 2011
|Excel 2011
|Outlook 2011
For the Payments:
You can choose to pay with Visa, Skrill, Bank wire transfer , Paypal or Western Union !
Our website is only installed with Visa payment, but we will send you other payment options in 8 hours if you can't checkout with visa !
And you can also email us to offer you other payment options too !
- How to receive the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business key and download ?
- 1. We will send you Office Mac 2011 Home and Business Key and free download within 8 hours (Normally less than 4 hours) to your PayPal Email or please specify the email you want us to send to.
- 2. Please check your Junk Box in case it been filtered by your mail spam system.
- 3. If you do not get any message from us in 24 hours, please leave a common email to us ,such as Gmail, Hotmail or Yahoo mail
- For the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business key :
- 1. 100% Genuine Office Mac 2011 Home and Business Key.
- 2. Activate 32 Bit & 64 Bit Version.
- 3. Support Microsoft Online Update.
- 4. Support all languages versions.
- For the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business Free Download :
- 1. Provide Office Mac 2011 Home and Business free download link (http download)
- 2. Easy download, copy the link we provide into your browser and press enter, it will start after you agreed download.
- 3. File format: .dmg. Can be burned to CD/DVD.
- 4. Language: Support all language.
- Why Download :
- 1. Easier, quicker and more efficient to get the product, usually takes only one day, no need to wait for arrival of physical goods.
- 2. Avoid shipping, safer than buying a fake retail box.
- 3. Save for your pocket!
Q: Is the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business Key genuine?
A: Yes, the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business Key is 100% genuine and authentic.
Q: Has the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business key ever been issued to anyone else or previously activated?
A: No, the key has never been issued to anyone else, nor has it been previously activated. Key is not retrieved from Microsoft system until such time as buyer purchases key.
Q: Will the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business allow for product updates?
A: Yes, the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business will allow for product updates for the life of the computer or installation.
Q: Will the Office Mac 2011 Home and Business allow for tech support from Microsoft?
A: Yes, the key will allow for telephone tech support directly from Microsoft.
Q: Will you ship me a copy of the software?
A: No, this listing is not for a copy of the software, but will provide free download service.
If you have any questions or problems, please feel free to Contact Us. We will reply to you in 12 hours.
All of the products we offer in our catalog are full, retail versions that come with a genuine license key. You will be able register the license key online, as well as download updates. You will find all our keys will pass genuine validation. In the rare instance that a key doesn't pass validation, we will immediately issue you a replacement or refund.
There are no reviews for this product.


text:
Small claims court
Legal Services
Law Society Referral Service
Provides the name of a lawyer or paralegal who best fits a person's stated needs. The service is not designed to provide legal advice or second opinions.
Legal Advice and Assistance Centre, Law Help Ontario, Pro Bono Law
Serves people who are suing or being sued in civil (non-family) court, children and youth and charitable organizations
Reach Canada
Educates and informs persons with disabilities, family members, lawyers and the general public about the rights and interests of persons with disabilities and ensures that quality legal and social representation is provided. Provides lawyer referral services for people with disabilities through a network of lawyers who volunteer.
University of Ottawa Community Legal Clinic
- Provides legal advice & representation to low-income persons regarding tenant's rights, criminal charges, small claims court matters, custody and access issues, child support, and peace bonds & restraining orders;
- Assists victims of crime with applications to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board;
- Conducts legal education presentations & outreach activities.
Other Services
Small Claims Court, Ministry of the Attorney General
Deals with civil disputes of a monetary value of up to $25,000.


text:
When I first learned that the once gangsta rapper was putting out a gospel CD I was one of those people who laughed and ask if this was really real. Someone pinch me please! I honestly didn't know if I could take the songs on his CD seriously. I mean we were talking about the Snoop D O double G here! The Gin and Juice guy, the Drop it like it's hot guy, the Lodi Dodi we like to party guy.
Once the album had released I started hearing people talking about the CD. Giving good and bad reviews, especially on social media. I figured I had to download it to my phone to at least see what all the buzz was about. So that's what I did.
To my surprise, there were 32 gospel songs on this Bible of Love LP. Also to my surprise I was starting to enjoy listening to each track. I knew I was falling in love with this compilation when I could let the songs play without skipping. There was a message to be heard and Brother Snoop was putting the message out there. Brother Snoop was willing to go places that many others are not. Especially not a gangsta rapper. In one particular song, he states that he grew up in church, that his grandmother had introduced him to gospel music. So of course his gospel roots are there. As Sam Smith says, we all pray in the end, and I've found this to be true.
I've also found myself listening to these songs at work, in the mornings, and in the evenings around my house. I had missed good gospel music. With 32 songs there is literally something for everyone; the young, the old, the new school, those who only wear skirts and dresses, those on the usher board, those who love traditional gospel music, and tend to wear their Sunday Best every week. In a previous blog titled, Take me back, Dear Lord I state the importance of gospel music. Therefore, I was certainly able to connect with it.
Brother Snoop reached out to the greats of gospel for this CD. You'll hear Fred Hammond, The Clarke Sisters, Rance Allen, John P. Kee, and many more. Can we call Snoop Dogg the DJ Khalid of Gospel music? Basically, what he has done is he's produced these records and have a number of different gospel artist singing their songs or being featured on Snoop Dogg presents The Bible of Love album in all of their glory and anointing. Sure, you'll hear Snoop in several songs but for the most part it's good old fashion gospel signing.
In 1993, Snoop rapped about a true story of Murder was the case that they gave him while in 2018 he raps about how God has given him a second chance. And while doing so, his gospel CD has now debuted as number one! Perhaps this is how it's suppose to work? Sharing your story about how God has made you new and how he's been there for you all along even when you wasn't worthy of His Grace and Mercy.
I don't know the next steps Brother Snoop will take. Or how drastic his life has changed. I can't be the judge of that. Perhaps, he's still on the potter's wheel? All I know is he was bold enough to bring God to the forefront to millions of people; people who may not have ever had anyone tell them of the goodness of Jesus! Just imagine how big his fan base is.
I'm definitely a fan of this particular LP. What about you? Are you feeling Snoop Dogg's gospel cd? Who else uses their platform to reach the people? I'll wait!


text:
Select Brand
Specialty fluids that enable lower consumption of product and energy/resources while lowering the site environmental footprint.
Opteon™ specialty fluids are ideally suited for use in vapor degreasing equipment for precision and specialty cleaning, rinsing, and drying, in addition to some specialty applications.Our new products have been developed for the specialty applications market, including heat transfer fluid, carrier fluid/lubricant deposition, high voltage dielectrics, and precision cleaning. They have zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) and low global warming potential (GWP) to meet stringent environmental regulations and requirements.
Opteon™ SF10 for heat transfer and testing fluids, precision cleaning and carrier fluids.
Opteon™ SF79 azeotropic cleaning solvent offers our customers a cost-effective product with an improved environmental footprint.


text:
There are only a few people in ones life that they will remember forever…and you are one of them"
There are only a few people in ones life that they will remember forever…and you are one of them"
Thank you for giving us the best Christmas we will ever have. How fortunate we are to have you as our Surgeon.
Thanks so much for your surgical care before, during and after the operation performed… For the entire process I always felt in good hands… I feel very well, the scarring is minimal and I'll be returning to work in a few days.
…thanking you again for giving me such a lovely Christmas gift – my regained health" (J)
Many thanks for your expert help during the past year. I am very grateful for your care & kindness
It is quite difficult to thank someone who has literally saved your life! My gratitude is difficult to express. Thank you for your dedication to your work and compassion with all those you deal with in my position. You are a treasure to our community and your work is truly humbling
[Thank you] for the study you did and the trials you went through to help a stranger like me. Takes a great man like you. The care I've had from everyone at the PA hospital has been amazing.
I just wanted to thank you again for your care and skill in helping me overcome the cancerous condition in my breast. I am very grateful that this condition was diagnosed at such an early stage and that you could operate enabling me to have such a positive outlook.
Thank you very much for all your help!
…thank you for a successful surgery! Your warm & empathetic approach has made the experience much more pleasant. I'm glad I came to you…and for choosing you as my surgeon. This small gift has given me a new inspiration in life
I know you might just be doing your job, but this woman certainly appreciates your kindness and professional attention!


text:
News__ Tom Binns in Wonderland
| By Hana May
Jump down the rabbit hole, but covered and draped in jewelry. In anticipation of Tim Burton's new rendition of Alice in Wonderland, we'll be seeing lots of Alice in Wonderland inspired creations. Jewelery designer Tom Binns is releasing a Disney Couture, Alice in Wonderland inspired collection, dripping in tea cups, hearts, key holes and mushrooms. This jewelry is perfectly suited for a Mad Hatter's tea party, eating mushrooms, standing trial with a Queen of Hearts or getting your head "offed."
Image via: Highsnobette


text:
Cosmetic Dentistry
Visit Our "Before & After" Gallery
Tooth Whitening
If your teeth are stained or dull in color, tooth whitening is a great solution to dramatically whiten your smile.
We will create plastic whitening trays from models of your teeth. You will put a special whitening gel in each tray and wear the trays in your mouth for up to several hours each day, depending on what we suggest and what works with your schedule. In four to six weeks, you will usually be able to see a significant change in tooth color.
Accelerated whitening is another option that works very well for some patients. This process can give you whiter, brighter teeth in just one office visit. Please consult with us to see if this may be an option for you.
Occasionally, teeth may be stained in a way that limits the effectiveness of tooth whitening. Porcelain laminates or crowns are an excellent alternative in those cases.
Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic Bonding can restore chipped teeth and fill gaps between teeth. It can be used to smooth out rough or jagged edges on front teeth, and it can correct stained or dull colored teeth in cases where teeth whitening is not an option.
Composite resin is a white, tooth colored material that we can shade to match your teeth. This material is applied to your teeth and carefully sculpted to cover or replace the problem area. The material bonds to the surface of your teeth like a glue. The end result is that you will have a natural, beautiful improvement in your smile.
Bonding is initially less expensive than porcelain veneers. After several years, it does tend to break down and discolor though, and it will therefore need to be replaced. For this reason, porcelain restorations are usually more cost effective over time.
Visit Our "Before & After" Gallery
Porcelain bridges and crowns
In the General Dentistry section, we explain how bridges and crowns are used to protect decayed and fractured teeth or replace missing teeth. They can prevent future dental problems, solve chronic pain issues, and keep your mouth healthy.
In addition to that, porcelain bridges and crowns are also used for cosmetic reasons so that you can maintain your beautiful smile.
Visit Our "Before & After" Gallery


text:
We are having Vespers at the Pastoral Center on January 25th. Archbishop Coakley will preside. All consecrated men and woman have been invited as well as all of the faithful. A reception will follow. Because the Archdiocese does not have an Office for Religious, Kay and I have worked on coordinating this event.
Some have asked about reading material on the New Story and how this influences our prayer. The best book I have found to help us "get into" the New Story and invite us to further exploration is a small paperback: Praying a New Story by Michael Morwood. (Orbis Books, 2004. 140 pages). The author offers the story of all life existing in God; of God's creative Spirit existing always and everywhere throughout the universe and right here among us. He suggests our prayer be less about talking to God and more about reflecting on what it means "to allow God's presence to come to freer expression in us." (p.11). The prayers in the book are suitable for group use and lend themselves well to brief and meaningful reflective rituals.
OTTAWA: We gathered at Serenity Renewal for Families around a beautifully prepared centrepiece that reflected the theme of "Women in Winter" which follows on our "Women in Spring" theme last May. It was a chance for those gathered to reflect, pray and share life experiences around the theme of winter literally and metaphorically in the life of Marguerite Bourgeoys and as experienced in our own lives. This was followed by a light meal and chance to socialize. Kathy Kelly, Associate


text:
Moceri Homes proudly presents Kingsridge Reserve: a fusion of classical and modern architecture paired with stunning design that stands on a foundation of excellence. The meticulous craftsmanship that is a hallmark of the Moceri Companies provides the grandeur of this luxury community. Now in its finest and final phase, Kingsridge is a whirl of luxury construction activity. Only a handful of prime wooded and walkout lots remain available with spectacular homes exclusively from Dominick Tringali's Architectural Collection.
PRICED FROM THE $850s
Kingsridge Reserve models and
sales salon are located at Pinnacle
4911 Pinnacle Blvd.
Oakland Township, MI 48306
Models open Monday-Friday by appointment
Saturday-Sunday 12:00-5:00pm
For more information call
248-373-6200 or
email email@example.com


text:
Aging of the innate immune response in Drosophila melanogaster
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases and Immunology
Publication Date
Document Type
Aging; Animals; Drosophila Proteins; Drosophila melanogaster; Escherichia coli; Female; Immunity, Natural; Insect Proteins; Micrococcus luteus
Immunology and Infectious Disease
Increased activation of the innate immune system is a common feature of aging animals, including mammals and Drosophila melanogaster. With age, D. melanogaster progressively express higher levels of many antimicrobial peptides. It is unknown, however, whether this pattern reflects age-dependent changes in the function of the immune system itself or arises simply because aged adults have greater cumulative exposure to pathogens. Here we demonstrate that aged D. melanogaster transcribe more antimicrobial diptericin when experimentally exposed to septic bacterial infections. This strong net response in older females is the result of persistent diptericin transcription upon septic exposure, whereas young females rapidly terminate this induction. In contrast to their response to septic exposure, when exposed to killed bacteria aged females have less capacity to induce diptericin. Because this functional capacity of innate immunity declines with age, we conclude that female Drosophila undergo immune senescence. Furthermore, we show that fecundity is reduced by induction of innate immunity via the immune deficiency pathway. Consequently, maximum reproduction will occur when the immune response is tightly controlled in young females, even if this increases infection risk at later ages.
DOI of Published Version
Aging Cell. 2005 Apr;4(2):103-8. Link to article on publisher's site
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Aging cell
Related Resources
PubMed ID
Repository Citation
Zerofsky M, Harel E, Silverman NS, Tatar M. (2005). Aging of the innate immune response in Drosophila melanogaster. Infectious Diseases and Immunology Publications. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1474-9728.2005.00147.x. Retrieved from https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/infdis_pp/8


text:
I just had a really weird corruption happen and am posting it here in case its not isolated:
1) Had SU2016 Pro file setup
2) Laid it out the way I wanted in Layout 2016
3) Updated SU file
4) Layout file won't open (just loads forever until windows decides that its unresponsive)
5) Tried opening with other versions of LO but no avail
6) Even the backup LO file won't open
I use Layout enough to know that this is a pretty rare occurrence.
Has anyone else experienced this with LO 2016 or (Occam's Razor comes into play here); have I just done something dumb and not realised?
Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
Found a bug in LayOut? Report it here
6 posts • Page 1 of 1
Re: Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
If even your backup files are dead...nightmare for anyone who uses Layout professionally.
The new version is just a few weeks out so if its just bad luck? Maybe send the file to Marc @ Trimble? Maybe they can debug it and find out whats happening?
Re: Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
I was using it professionally - lost a bit of work.
Could redraw it from SU file pretty quickly though.
I'm loathe to create a bug-chase if its a windows error or something similar at my end, which was why I posted here in case I'm not the only one - in which case I would report the bug.
Re: Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
You know a layout file is actually a zip file with a different extension?
Have you tried renaming it to zip and trying to unzip?
If that works, just look at some of the assets. SU file still intact? etc
Maybe by looking at these assets, you will get more clues what might be the problem..
It still doesn't make sense though even the backup file went dead. Checked for a virus?
Re: Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
Windows 7: it goes without saying doesn't it?
But to be fair this is the first major issue I've had with Layout in a long time. Am working on Layout intensively for some time now so will see if I can get any replication.
I hadn't thought about LO being a zip - thanks for the pointer.
Re: Random Corruption of LO 2016 File
I'd be very curious to see a copy of the file that's giving you trouble, if it's something you can share. My direct address is marc at sketchup.com.
6 posts • Page 1 of 1