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One of my greatest regrets is that I've never quite learned to eat with chopsticks. I guess it's because no one has ever guided me properly on the matter of chopstick handling, but I'm sure it's because I really can't be bothered.
In my motorcycling circle, they speak of a Japanese mechanic who once had to replace a worn camshaft on a motorcycle. Now these shafts have a pattern of grooves on them, in which oil is carried around from the galleries to lubricate and cool the valves. In the old shaft, these grooves were worn out. So this mechanic mounted the old shaft on a fast turning lathe and poured molten steel on it straight from a furnace. He then quenched it by plunging it into oil at room temperature, to relieve it of internal stresses and give it more tensile strength. He then copied the groove pattern from a new shaft by making an imprint on a sheet of translucent paper using kohl, and then cut the pattern on the old shaft, turning it back within a micrometer of its old dimension.
It is an awesome story, and the whole painstaking exercise was hard, laborious and incredibly stupid, because it cost him Rs.850. And a brand new shaft is worth Rs.800.
In a list of Japanese inventions posted on the internet, there was a device that you'd have to strap on to your hat right below your ear and when its electrodes sensed a sneeze coming, it would automatically dispense a paper napkin right in front of your nose. Although why anyone familiar with the concept of handkerchiefs and pockets would go so far as to wear a hat and strap on a heavy and embarrassing apparatus still puzzles me.
Most Japanese people want trees in their homes. Most Indians do, too. That is why most Indian homes have Neem trees growing right in the center. But the average Japanese house is only 110 sq.ft in area, and there are about a gazillion houses in Tokyo alone. There isn't enough room for two medium sized people, leave alone a tree. Faced with such circumstances, an average Indian would have done the sensible thing – chop down all the trees in the neighbourhood and forget the matter. But the Japanese? No. They had to wire, prune and file trees down to miniature sizes, and carry them around in little pots! Looking at a giant sequoia tree, would the average Neanderthal man have ever thought "Hmmm, I'd like a pocket sized version of that on my study desk"? No. Because the average Neanderthal man did not have study desks. The average Japanese Neanderthal man on the other hand not only had a study desk, he also had a palmtop on it which was connected through Wi-Fi to Honda solar powered DNA robots which were presently mowing his lawn. And he was already trying to decide whether to name the miniature invention Bonsai or Hentai.
See, that's the thing with the Japanese. They want a smaller version of everything. When everything has become small, they'd then want smaller versions of the smaller things. They will take the smallest and simplest task and computerize the living daylights out of it and make it unwieldy. They can go to any lengths to do that. Believe me. The entire western civilization (west of Japan that is) is founded on the basic principle of making things easier. But the Japanese want to make things more complex. They just don't understand the concept of too much trouble. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them.
Maybe that explains why they use chopsticks to eat rice. If there is a simpler way of doing things, the Japanese will NOT accept it. I mean, how else would you explain it? It's not like they have not seen the spoon. They have. So they can't even pretend as though they don't know about the spoon and plead ignorance. No. The only other logical reasons that explain the continuing use of chopsticks are a) lack of greens in Japanese food and b) a huge mafia funded chopstick production industry. One look at the technological innovations coming out of Japan is enough to throw the lack-of-greens theory out of the window (Though it is still a mystery why a nation of such keen scientists cannot spot the one blaring intellectual anomaly in an otherwise flawless topography). Sadly, we have to live with the pitiless burden of proof, and hence a mafia-funded-chopstick-industry theory doesn't hold water, either.
So, I think my theory stands unchallenged. I have finally solved the age-old riddle. I've cracked the code. In evolution terms, this is the equivalent of deducing the reasons for the extinction of the Galapagos apple snail. I deserve some award for this, surely. (I don't know if there is such a thing as a Galapagos apple snail. I made that up.)
See, you can place a chopstick next to a spoon and crack all the witty jokes you want till the cows come home, but remember, in Japan, they are making just as many jokes about you and your spoon. You will never understand it, because you don't understand their culture, and because their jokes are in Japanese.
That brings me to the question that has been gnawing at my mind ever since I began thinking about Japanese culture. If the Japanese go to such elaborate lengths to make things as complex as possible, why do they eat fish raw? So is Sushi really an Australian invention?


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Monday, September 14, 2009
Parenting 101
Don't you wish they had a class? Well, I guess they do. There are probably tons of classes, not to mention TV shows, books and movies on the subject. What most of these Parenting 101 venues fail to mention is that each and every kid, each and every parent, and therefore each and every family is different. Unfortunately for me, I love to study and read. In my childhood and growing up, I learned a lot about how NOT to raise children and how NOT to create a loving home. I am not mentioning this to be disrespectful or dishonoring to my mother, as she has admitted such and has asked to be forgiven for it. Granting her forgiveness may have been a whole lot harder to do if I hadn't already been a mother myself. Having a small outline of things NOT to do is a world away from having a small outline of things to do. So, my studious self decided to set out to finding the secret of parenting. No one resource had the answers I sought. Surprised? Believe it or not, I was. Even my beloved guide to life left me with more questions than answers. This weekend, we had the mother of all meltdowns at my house. The crying and screaming was atrociously embarrassing and the children were really misbehaving, too. They had us completely undone and pitted against one another. Not acceptable. We finally calmed down and held a family meeting. Mom and Dad are in charge by order of God Almighty Himself. We must discipline by order of His Holy Word. It may not be pretty, and we may not be making any friends in the process, but there is nothing to lead us to believe that being our child's friend is of any importance in the kingdom of God. Needless to say, we dropped the proverbial hammer. We started to bless the goodness and restrict the garbage. Right now, we are using money (dimes to be precise). This is very similar to the sticker system; good behavior earns stickers and when a specified amount is acquired, the child will receive a reward. We tried this, but my kids always ended up sticking the stickers to the floor or wherever and fighting over whose was prettier... So money it is. The children never actually receive the money, as I don't think they should be paid for good behavior, but they can use the money to 'buy' TV, computer or movie time. They can also share their dimes with their sibling in order to make a shared decision for something they couldn't afford separately. We're only 3 days deep, but with this system in addition to our scripture based "naughty wall", life has been totally bearable, dare I say enjoyable. This is what is working for us right now, in a month or two it could be different. I have faith that God will iron out all the details and when my children are old enough they, too, will be able to forgive their parents for not knowing exactly how to do it right. With God's refining power, by the time Jesus comes back, maybe someone in my lineage will have this parenting thing nailed.
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Read All About It: Science News for your Class
Written by Theresa Schwerin & Cassie Soeffing, IGES
NASA science can provide students of all ages with a front-row seat to some of the most exciting, important and breaking news about our Earth system, Sun, solar system and universe. These science stories can range from events that happen seasonally and cyclically to breaking news on unexpected or surprising science discoveries from the latest NASA missions. Cyclical events may occur every year, or several times a year, and can be integrated into your lesson plans well in advance. These include events like the equinoxes and solstices, or the yearly ozone minimum. Breaking news events can be brought into the classroom to show the living character of science. New discoveries about planets or moons in our solar system, to the latest stunning images from Little SDO are always happening at NASA, and can serve as an inspiration for dialogue and critical thinking.
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) recognize the critical importance of literacy skills to building knowledge in science. In fact, connections to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts are included in NGSS across all grade bands and disciplines.
NGSS and CCSS also affirm that reading in science requires an "appreciation of the norms and conventions of the discipline of science, including understanding the nature of evidence used, an attention to precision and detail, and the capacity to make and assess intricate arguments, synthesize complex information, and follow detailed procedures and accounts of events and concepts. Students also need to be able to gain knowledge from elaborate diagrams and data that convey information and illustrate scientific concepts." (Next Generation Science Standards, Appendix M)
NASA science stories can easily be used to support STEM instruction and literacy in science. Here's how.
First, find a story appropriate for your class.
Sources for NASA Science Stories
• NASA Earth Observatory
• Earth Right Now
• NASA Visualization Explorer (iOS app with multimedia science stories)
• NASA Press Releases
• NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day
• NASA Science News
• Star Witness News
• NASA Global Climate Change: Vital Signs of the Planet
• Eyes on the Earth interactive (use the "Latest Events" feature to explore geo-located satellite images of recent Earth events, e.g., algal blooms, super storms and wildfires)
Once you've selected the science story, try using one of these strategies to engage your STEM classroom
Selected Teaching Strategies*
Take a science story or article and ask students to work on their own to write down three main points of the text. Then they compare their three points with the person sitting next to them and discuss which is the most important point. The pairs are then to combine or alter their original three points into a single main idea. As an extension, you can then expand by asking them to share all the single points with the class and decide as a class what is the main idea of the text.
Reading Questions
Have students read the story and then respond to 3-5 questions. Following are 12 reading strategies that can be used to craft these questions:
• main idea
• facts and details
• understanding sequence
• recognizing cause and effect,
• comparing and contrasting,
• making predictions,
• word meaning in context,
• drawing conclusions and making inferences,
• fact and opinion,
• identifying author's purpose,
• figurative language
• summarizing
3, 2, 1
One middle school teacher has used NASA science stories from the NASA Viz Explorer App as an engagement tool since 2011. The 3,2,1 strategy works like this: have your students work in small groups and write down
• 3 New things they learned from a given story or image
• 2 Things they found of interest
• 1 Question about the subject
Above: Image of the Day from the NASA Earth Observatory. Astronauts aboard the International Space Station took this photograph of the region where the Niger and other rivers flow out of the wetter, more vegetated Sahel into the Sahara Desert.
Group Discussion
Because the NASA Viz Explorer App images are up to date and current, they can be used as year-round discussion starters. Select an image and consider asking the following questions:
• How would you describe what you are seeing?
• How do you think this data was collected and why?
• After reading the accompanying information, what would you like to learn more about?
Common Core Tips: Literacy in Science
Educators Guide to NASA Earth Science Images and Data: Educators Toolbelt
How do you use reading strategies for science literacy? Use the comments to share your stories!
Thanks for sharing. College students also need to be reminded how to actively read and faculty should give them explicit guidance on reading strategies.
Great point that this is also important for college students.
Another strategy is concept mapping, which would certainly be appropriate for college students and gets students thinking about complex topics in nonlinear ways. For ideas on how to use concept mapping, check out the article we reference at the end of the blog post - Common Core Tips: Literacy in Science.
A very cool (and free) online tool for concept mapping is from the Center for Ocean Science Educational Excellence – Concept Linked Interactive Media Builder (CLIMB) at http://cosee.umaine.edu/climb/index.cfm. Anyone can create a free account, create and share concept maps, attaching links and resources to any of the concepts in their map. While the topics for maps created are ocean-centric, this tool can be used for any science topic.


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After an initial brainstorm session to understand our client's operations and requirements, our team began researching, sketching and discussing ideas for the space. The most promising and appropriate were then presented as artist impressions superimposed over photographs of the space for review.
Our client was impressed with our concepts and after some minor revisions, we were ready to prep and install. The walls required a sand, clean and paint to ensure good adhesion for the vinyl cut graphics. The vinyl was then applied within hours which reduced disruption and enabled the room to be utilised as much as possible.
Our solution was to reflect the company's unique processes, provoke thought and liven up a previously dull and poorly lit space with vibrant graphics and relevant key messages. We also linked the entrance wall to the meeting room with the graphics to invite clients into the room and create a sense of continuation. Since installation, the walls have been a talking point for the company's clients and staff.
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British High Commissioner hosts a reception event for returning Chevening scholars
The British High Commissioner to Pakistan Thomas Drew CMG held a reception at the British High Commission in Islamabad for returning Pakistani Chevening scholars from 2015/2016.
The reception was attended by Chevening scholars, senior officials from the High Commission, media and the representatives of the Chevening Alumni Association of Pakistan.
This year the Chevening Scholarship Programme sent a record number of 81 scholars to the UK from Pakistan.
The British High Commissioner Mr. Thomas Drew said:
The Chevening Programme is an important part of the UK investment in Pakistan. Our aim is to give Pakistani high achievers the support to realise their potential to the full – to help build a more prosperous and stable Pakistan. With their British education and the experience of the Chevening Programme these scholars will achieve great things for Pakistan.
The Vice-President of the Chevening Alumni Association of Pakistan, Mr. Mahesh Ahuja said:
The friendships and professional contacts that I made through the Chevening Scholarship Programme were extremely beneficial for me as they will prove to be for you. You will now become a part of the prestigious Chevening Alumni Association of Pakistan which works on issues that are relevant to Pakistan and will get the opportunity to connect with over 1,400 influential Chevening alumni from across Pakistan.
Chevening Scholarships are the UK Government's global scholarship programme. The scholarships support study at UK universities – mostly one year master's degrees – for individuals with demonstrable potential to become future leaders, decision-makers, and opinion formers.
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Chevening began in 1983 and has developed into a prestigious international awards scheme. Chevening Scholars come from over 160 countries and territories worldwide (excluding the USA and the EU), and more than 1,500 scholarships were awarded in 2016/2017. There are over 46,000 Chevening Alumni around the world who comprise an influential and highly regarded global network.
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I thought it was really good. Well acted and quite heartwarming.
That is all.
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Not to be outdone by the first team, Llantwit Major RFC second team, The Druids also came away with the spoils as they took on Heol Y Cyw back on their home patch at the Recreation Ground winning a close encounter 12-7.
The match kicked off with the Druids playing towards the Bowling Green end and for most was a game of 'tit for tat' as both teams sized up to each other with a series of plays back and forth across the park. But no score materialised as the defensive lines matched each other in putting in big hits when it counted most.
Soon though, some strong runs from Dean Bunting and Tom Winter gave the Druids a platform to provide some multiple phase play as they slowly edged towards the visitors try line but each time they managed to create a scoring opportunity they were found wanting for that elusive last pass to go to hand.
The game grinding out to a 'nul points' score as the half time whistle blew.
The game soon sparked into life as Heol Y Cyw came out of the blocks with all guns blazing and after a series of pick and goes they finally broke the Druids defensive line for a converted try.
A clear message was quickly put out from the old heads in the team in Captain David Liscombe and pack leader Mathew Young to not panic and let the game slip away after all the hard work of the first half. The Druids responding admirably as they dug deep and returned quickly to the defensive wall which had served them so well.
Then as the game booked back and for once again some big runs from the Druid pack again asked questions of the stout visitors defence, the line finally broken as big Nathan Howells broke through with a strong run leaving several defenders in his wake, then when he was finally being hauled down he managed a lovely offload to Mathew Young who had been running a great support line to power over the whitewash at the School End. The try complemented with a conversion from the dependable Powell.
With the score now at a 7-7 stalemate the Druids made good use of their bench, to ensure fresh legs and to finally get on top of a very awkward scrum, and with the visitors pack now going back at a rate of knots it gave Powell just the right opportunity to nurse his pack forward with an excellent kicking game.
With the Druids now dominating the winning score soon came with wing Rhys David rounding off some great team work and interplay between forwards and backs. The big forward runners getting over the gain line and with strong clearing out ensuring quick ball, it was eventually fed out to the left allowing the Druids three quarters to show some excellent draw and give passes for David to squeeze in at the corner. The resulting conversion kick just too far out on this occasion for the missed by the normally dependable Powell.
So with the clock now ticking slowly down to the final whistle it was all hands to the pump as Heol Y Cyw threw everything at the Druids in a last ditch attempt to snatch the win from under their noses. With the whole team putting in a huge defensive effort and some excellent try saving tackles from David, Young and wing James Elliott, Llantwit were not going to let the game slip and finally they managed to get a turnover and quickly hoofed the ball in to touch to celebrate a well deserved win.
Man of the match was Tom Winter who put in a great display particularly with several tackle breaking runs. Further mention going to scrum half Steff Godwin who was making a welcome return at scrum half after a lengthy injury, Rhys Ellis who stepped up from the back row to play hooker and newcomers to the Druids loose forward Alex Keeton, wing Aaron Ketley and fullback Owen Jauncey who all had solid displays.
The club would also like to thank coach Graeme Williams who has once again put away the pipe and slippers to help out with the team. His guidance evident in some nice shape developing in the Druids play.
This week the Druids are on the road again as they travel across the Vale to take on Bridgend Sports, kick off at 2:30pm.
Also in action at the Rec were the youth team who after a good start fell away as they lost to Llanharan 15-35. The young Llantonians racing into a 7-0 lead as some good ball retention
from their backline and some excellent quick passing allowed Dylan Holloway to storm over for a converted try. They then extended their lead as impressive captain and back row player Cai Jones made a scintillating break in racing over 55 meters to crash over out wide. Llanharan managing a converted try of their own to take the score to 15-7.
As the half time whistle went it was a pity it wasn't the final whistle as the second half was a complete change in fortune for the home side. The Llanharan side taking complete hold of the game and soon caught up with the home side score before comfortably racing away with the game. The youth coaches and senior players calling for more commitment on the training ground in their post match de-briefs if this young side are to realise their true potential.
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Popular Bible Verses about Work - Page 2
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Acts 20:35
Bible Rank: 681
"In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: "It is more blessed to give than to receive.""
In everything I have pointed out to you [by example] that, by working diligently in this manner, we ought to assist the weak, being mindful of the words of the Lord Jesus, how He Himself said, It is more blessed (makes one happier and more to be envied) to give than to receive.
I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.
Ephesians 4:12
Bible Rank: 718
To equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up
His intention was the perfecting and the full equipping of the saints (His consecrated people), [that they should do] the work of ministering toward building up Christ's body (the church),
For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:
1 John 3:8
Bible Rank: 734
The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil's work.
[But] he who commits sin [who practices evildoing] is of the devil [takes his character from the evil one], for the devil has sinned (violated the divine law) from the beginning. The reason the Son of God was made manifest (visible) was to undo (destroy, loosen, and dissolve) the works the devil [has done].
He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.
Hebrews 13:17
Bible Rank: 742
Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no benefit to you.
Obey your spiritual leaders and submit to them [continually recognizing their authority over you], for they are constantly keeping watch over your souls and guarding your spiritual welfare, as men who will have to render an account [of their trust]. [Do your part to] let them do this with gladness and not with sighing and groaning, for that would not be profitable to you [either].
Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.
Genesis 2:3
Bible Rank: 790
Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done.
And God blessed (spoke good of) the seventh day, set it apart as His own, and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all His work which He had created and done. [Exod. 20:11.]
And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made.
Philippians 2:13
Bible Rank: 793
For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
[Not in your own strength] for it is God Who is all the while effectually at work in you [energizing and creating in you the power and desire], both to will and to work for His good pleasure and satisfaction and delight.
For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.
Revelation 22:12
Bible Rank: 858
"Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what they have done."
Behold, I am coming soon, and I shall bring My wages and rewards with Me, to repay and render to each one just what his own actions and his own work merit. [Isa. 40:10; Jer. 17:10.]
And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.
Titus 3:1
Bible Rank: 862
Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good
REMIND PEOPLE to be submissive to [their] magistrates and authorities, to be obedient, to be prepared and willing to do any upright and honorable work
Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
Acts 13:2
Bible Rank: 983
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them."
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, Separate now for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.
As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.
John 5:17
Bible Rank: 984
In his defense Jesus said to them, "My Father is always at his work to this very day, and I too am working."
But Jesus answered them, My Father has worked [even] until now, [He has never ceased working; He is still working] and I, too, must be at [divine] work.
But Jesus answered them, My Father worketh hitherto, and I work.


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This weekend is the Wiccan sabbat of Imbolc. Imbolc is a festival of youth and reawakening, symbolic of the fact that the darkest days of winter are now over and we are moving towards the Vernal Equinox and Spring.
Now I'm not Pagan, and I don't buy into all the symbolism of the Goddess and the Horned God that runs through the Wiccan year (I see the point it makes but I don't think you need lashings of otherwordly ether to make it). But I do think there is a certain rhythm in the human body that is connected to nature and the cycle of the seasons. There is a renewal and renovating of vows aspect to the Imbolc festival, similar in a way to the idea of New Year's resolutions. I don't do NYRs, because New Year's feels like an artificial invention to me, but I do think there is something about the time of year generally that is amenable to new projects; something in the lengthening of days that does indeed make the brain naturally feel more drive to take to new things and stick with them. I quite like the idea of a festival to celebrate the general time of year rather than the one-night stand that New Year's is.
I've been feeling more in the frame of mind to think about the year to come in the last couple of weeks. I have some ideas as to where I want to go, and how I want to be this year. Feel a little more optimistic for having a plan of sorts.


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- Item Type: Luggage
- Item Height: 21-38.5 cm Luggage
- Brand Name: Mingtek
- Model Number: MT201602 Luggage
- Luggage Size: 16",20",24"
- Gender: Unisex
- Luggage Type: Rolling Luggage
- With Lock: Yes
- Item Weight: 4.1-5.1 kg Luggage
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- Caster: Spinner
- Item Width: 20-41 cm Casual Luggage
- Have Drawbars: Yes
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- Luggage Colors: silver/blue/black/red
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- The Luggage Style: European Style
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BONNERS FERRY — Boundary County Victim Services hosted their seventh annual Fashion Show on Nov. 4 at the Pearl Theater. They were fortunate enough to have multiple auction items collected for the fashion show from various people and businesses in the community. They had several volunteers from their board of directors.
The event was very successful. This is an annual event and they have increasingly drawn more and more attendees and raised larger amounts of money each year. They are mandated by their grant to raise a certain portion of their operating dollars through fundraising.
"The support of the community is fundamental to fundraising success and the success of the program," said Melissa Krejci. "Everyone had a good time including the models, attendees, volunteers and staff."


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If you are looking for a fairytale style wedding dress for your perfect wedding, the ball gown wedding dresses can be a perfect choice for you. The silhouette is known for a fitted bodice and a full skirt. This wedding dress style is most appropriate for large and traditional wedding which will be consistent with the great wedding theme.
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What is Hoddesdon?
Hoddesdon has three areas of activity:
It manages a weekend event, held in March of each year.
It provides music resources for use in local churches, principally the Praise the Lord song book.
It helps to fund youth-focused activities through the Youth Project Fund
Hoddesdon Weekend 2019: (15-17 March 2019)
A weekend of praise, worship, Bible teaching and practical living.
- On Saturday: 16 workshops covering Bible study and practical living.
- Sunday Study: "Marriage Made in Heaven" (Mick Roberts)
The prospectus for the 2019 conference will be available in early December.
Bookings open on this site on January 1, 2019
Prices (full board) held at 2018 levels
- £130 per person standard room (limited availability),
- £160 per person en-suite room.
- SPECIAL RATE: £30 for 25 year-olds & under (limited number available).
- Half-price subsidised rates are also available.


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Farmers Cay Expedition
We start this expedition in much the same way but this time we travel a further distance and require a little more sailing skill. Ideal for the experienced Hobie sailor or for those having taken part in the previous Brigantine Expedition. Our destination is Little Farmers Cay Yacht Club for a drink! The distance is about 28 miles. Today's sail will take us 12 miles to Lignumvitae Cay. The route is up the Western side of the chain in the shallow flats of the Great Bahama Bank. Once again the water colours reveal the depth and our Hobies will need to watch for the very shallow bars, especially at low tide. The tide here has a range of about 3 feet (90cms) so not a great change.
Due to the narrowness of the cuts between the islands, strong currents can flow and care must be taken if sailing close to the passages. They can also be a lot of fun for the experienced sailor as can Exuma Sound and if you have the experience and wish to sail in the rougher waters of Exuma Sound that may be possible.
(This would depend on how rough and whether we feel you could handle it, The final decision on whether to allow the cats into Exuma Sound would be up to the expedition leader.)
Passing the numerous cays we carefully navigate our way to Lignumvitae Cay. We may stop on the way at Boysie Cays, Rat Cay or Pigeon Cay. Here we can regroup have some refreshments, perhaps a swim or schnorkel before continuing to Lignumvitae Cay. Here we have the choice of 2 locations, both on beautiful white sand beaches. Depending on the weather one may be more suitable than the other though both provide good protection from the prevailing Easterly Trade winds.
Tuesday may be passed exploring the waters and cays that surround Lignumvitae Cay, perhaps some informal racing around the Darby islands or schnorkelling coral reefs, hiking the small trails on the islands or just relaxing however you wish.
Wednesday we break camp and sail on North to Big Farmers Cay. Here we make camp on one of three possible locations:
- South Beach, a small bay facing Big Galliot Cay with an easy walk around to the windward coast and good schnorkelling nearby
- Halfway up Big farmers Cay, a long beach in a shallow bay more protected from strong Easterlies and more room to spread out.
- North Bay, a perfect half moon bay just across from Little Farmers Cay.
Today we sail to our most northerly point for a morning expedition to find the legendary Oven Rock Cave. This huge cave has cavities above and below the water and features Stalactites and mites.
After lunch we sail back down the cays to Rudder Cut Cay where we make camp.
Dependant on weather we make an early or not so early start heading back toShoreline Beach and Rolleville. A stop for lunch on one of the cays and then onwards to arrive at Shoreline Beach in time for cocktails and a light snack.
Dinner at Shoreline Beach Bar ends our expedition.


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Today I saw a female bus conductor.
You can be one too,
You know?
You can be one.
Why Not?
Sure you might get odd stares,
And be the subject of the estate's gossip,
But still,
Why Not?
You're a woman, yes.
They will cheat you, you say
They are discriminatory, you state
Well, what did you think?
That life would just hand it to you??
Go out there
And grab the bull by the horns
Wait. No. De-horn it!
…Who are you not to be?
So, my sister,
Don't wait for life's permission
If God be for you,
And you know what you are gunning for,
Nothing dey shele.


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Texas having to adjust without Jones
AUSTIN — Texas coach Shaka Smart furrowed his brow and released a contemplative sigh, trying to identify the best way to address a situation that has grown increasingly distressing.
The question concerned sophomore guard Andrew Jones, who on Dec. 29 returned to the court following a wrist injury only to fall victim to an illness the team has yet to publicly label. He played nine minutes against Kansas, then 11 against Iowa State on New Year's Day. But Jones did not make the short trip up I-35 to Waco for last Saturday's game at the Ferrell Center.
"Not really able to say much right now," Smart finally said following UT's loss to Baylor. "He's not feeling well right now. Out of respect for his family and their privacy, I have to leave it at that."
A few days earlier, Smart explained team trainers and doctors had performed a variety of tests to pinpoint the source of Jones' weakened condition. The wrist had been medically cleared, and there did not appear to be any lingering symptoms from an earlier viral infection.
"He's just not had the stamina and the energy that he normally has," Smart said. "It's not for lack of trying. I mean, he goes out there and really, really wants to play and wants to help his team and has a great attitude. But he just to this point has not had the energy."
A return from Jones, previously the team's leading scorer and its best two-way wing, does not appear imminent. That puts Texas in a precarious position as it tries to navigate an unforgiving conference schedule.
Sixteenth-ranked TCU (13-2, 1-2 Big 12) is next up, and coach Jamie Dixon's squad arrives in Austin starved for a win after dropping two of its first three conference games by a combined five points to No. 9 Oklahoma and No. 12 Kansas.
Texas too has dropped winnable games against Kansas and Baylor. UT trailed the Jayhawks by five with 7:25 remaining and simply could not string together stops. It trimmed the Bears' lead to three with 5:08 left, then did not score for the remainder.
The Longhorns' inconsistent response to adverse situations has been a constant theme.
"It's something that is a huge component of what we're hitting these guys with on a daily basis," Smart said. "We have one word up in our practice gym, and that's 'response.' We're always on the guys about that. We define it for them, we tell them exactly what it is. But it's still a choice on the part of the individual or a team to make that response.
"Especially with some of the younger guys on our team, you've just got to keep working with them on exactly how important it is. And then the actual components of the response: what you say; what you do in terms of your body language and the way your affect the guys around you; and then most importantly, whatever that next play is, having a dedication to doing the right thing."
TCU couldn't stop doing the right thing over the season's first month and a half. It claimed 12 straight victories out of the gate, including a neutral-site win over No. 22 Nevada, before falling victim to budding Sooners star Trae Young and Kansas' 3-point barrage.
The Horned Frogs are led by two seniors, big man Vladimir Brodziansky and swingman Kenrich Williams. The pair average a combined 28.7 points and 13.8 rebounds, and both shoot better than 44 percent from 3-point range.
Jones' presence would have been helpful against the nation's 10th-ranked offense. He was essentially UT's only reliable outside shooting presence and, alongside Kerwin Roach, formed a fearsome defensive duo as Bamba anchored the paint.
Smart has relied on a combination of juniors Eric Davis and Jacob Young, plus freshman Jase Febres, to make up for Jones' absence. Febres showed tremendous promise in his first career start at Baylor, dropping 18 points in the first half, but fizzled down the stretch as the defense keyed in on him.
Still, he holds the highest upside of the three and could stick in the starting lineup until the worrisome Jones situation is resolved.
"It's always been a dream for me to start and come play in big games," Febres said. "Andrew, of course he's sick, so I know I have to step in and bring to the team what I can."
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England began their build-up to another showdown with Australia today determined to prove this winter's record of failure against the world champions will not stop them ending their losing run this weekend.
The two teams face each other for the seventh time in one-day internationals this winter at St George's Park on Sunday, England hoping to end a run of 13 consecutive defeats against their illustrious opponents.
If they do win and other results go with them, Nasser Hussain's men could still retain an interest in the World Cup by qualifying for the Super Sixes despite Wednesday's damaging 82-run defeat by India in Durban.
But first they must overcome the mental scars built up by a series of defeats over the last three years against Australia.
Their last meeting at Melbourne, however, was the closest contest of the triangular series, the world champions only triumphing by five runs.
All-rounder Andrew Flintoff, who returned to form with both bat and ball against India, said: "We're going out on Sunday to try and beat Australia.
"They've had the wood on us for some time now and the law of averages says we've got to win some time. Hopefully that will start on Sunday.
"I'm confident going into every game and I'm looking forward to the challenge of playing against Australia.
"I don't think there are any scars from what happened in Australia.
"This is the World Cup, it's a new tournament and it's massive for us.
"Whatever happened in the winter has been put to one side by the lads now and we will just focus on Sunday.
"I've only played against them once in international cricket so there are no scars for me."
The Lancashire all-rounder was one of the few success stories during the defeat against India, claiming 2-15 from his 10 overs, including the prized wicket of Sachin Tendulkar, before contributing a useful 64 with the bat.
But what tarnished arguably Flintoff's best all-round display for England was the result, which puts their qualification for the next stage in doubt.
It could leave them facing an exit at the first stage for the second successive World Cup.
Flintoff said: "Irrespective of how I did it was disappointing to lose.
"Okay, I might have put a decent performance in but it's the team that counts.
"We're trying to win games for England and I'd have sooner gone for 0-80 and got a first ball duck and England win the match."
Australia sent out an ominous warning to England when beating Namibia by a one-day international record 256 runs.
Matthew Hayden top-scored with 88 as the reigning champions made 301-6 in their 50 overs.
Pace legend Glenn McGrath then set new best figures for a World Cup encounter when claiming 7-15 as Namibia were skittled out for just 45.
Adam Gilchrist also got in on the act, holding six catches behind the stumps, the highest ever in a World Cup match.
Looking ahead to the clash with England, Australia captain Ricky Ponting said: "The last two games we had against them were good games so we won't be taking them lightly.
"We will just go away and prepare well and hope to keep things rolling the same way they have been in this tournament."
If Australia beat England, it will be their 12th consecutive ODI victory. Only the West Indies have won 11 in succession before.
Ponting added: "We won't go away talking about records.
"We'll talk about England, get our plans worked out and hopefully execute those well on the day."


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Camping at the beach
Wally and I took the camper and the dogs to the beach this past weekend. The weather was beautiful, sunny and even warm (if you can call 54 degrees warm)... I took the opportunity to shoot as much as I could (like I ever go anywhere without my camera!)
I have always loved bridges and this one is no exception. I have several different shots of it and some different editing.. I really like the way it turned out..
The weather was really nice.. but if you turned one way you see grey and lots of fog. I was standing in the same spot when I took these 2 pictures.. First I turned to the left,, grey fog,, then I turned to the right and blue sky. Really... the same spot!!!!!
We even saw some fishing boats way out there!!!
And what is the beach without a bit of drift wood???
I really like this one!
Just the contrast...
Wally and I love to drive up and down the coast and just see what is there... We drove South on Saturday and ended up near Coos Bay. Wally showed me an area where there are elk that pretty much live here...
I don't know why he would think that.. He has actually threatened to put a rope around my waist to keep me from falling off a bluff or into the water.
I was truly amazed by the size of these animals and how many there were here.. (lots!!!)
Now this photo was a one of those that you see something happening and shoot without looking at your settings... So you could say (no could about it,, it was a goof!) this was a whoops... I saw the geese flying and that tree was so pretty I had to get it.. It wasn't what I was originally going for,, but I think what I got was so much better!!! After looking at what I got and tweaking it just a little bit.. I love this! One of my favorites!!!!!
Now back to the drift wood.. This is a bit of a story... We were walking on the beach and there was this couple looking at this piece of drift wood. They were trying to decide if they wanted to snag it and take it home with them. I was looking at it.. I really liked the shape of the piece. The guy tried to pick it up and figured it was too awkward. They left and I took some pics of the piece.
I called to Wally and asked if we could bring it home.. he asked why and I told him for the front yard. (we have some really nice pieces in the yard) He said he didn't care,, so I grabbed it and started to drag it. So it was heavier than I thought....
So I got it to the dune and Wally grabbed it the rest of the way for me.. Love that man!!!
As we were driving South we were going uphill.. Going around a curve and I see some blue.. It was beautiful!!!
I couldn't believe this place.. It was like a post card...
A valley hidden behind all the trees!!!!!
This boat just struck me as so odd where it was. We were in the parking lot of the marina. This old beat up boat was in the middle of that lot. Just so out of place!!!
So back to the valley.. we pulled off onto a side road and let the kids loose!! They had been so good.. All 3 stay in the back of the pick up while we are on a road trip.. (no mishaps this trip)
You have Harley in the lead...
Pixie in the middle and Trixie stayed pretty close to her daddy..
That's my boy.. He is just about 12 years old now.. Pixie and Harley are about the same age and Trixie has to be close to 14 years old now.. maybe even older...
My kids.. all 4 of them! Love them!!
We stopped at a couple different beaches along the drive... I don't remember which one this is, but the weather again was so different every time you turn around.
You can see the fog still rolling in....
Even tho it wasn't stormy the waves were impressive...
Wally is looking for whales.. Too bad we didn't see any this trip.. This is the time of the year, but I think it is really the end of the season. They will be going back come June..
Look at the waves.. amazing!!!
The fog and mist made it really hard to get good pictures of the seals.. but you can see them lounging on the rocks..
I am loving the waves behind the seals here!!!!
The sun moving across the sky made for some beautiful lighting!!!
We drove a bit further down and came across this spot and it was so beautiful we had to stop.. the mist and fog moving in reminded me of the movie "The Fog" .. that was a scary movie,, about pirate ghosts who showed up every time the fog rolled in..
We got back to our camp ground and made it in time for the sunset..
I know the pictures are a bit out of order..
Here we stopped at Heceta Head Lighthouse.. We actually stopped on the beach below the lighthouse.
Wally and the kids watching the waves..
This beach was full of so many different things to see.. Tide pools, bridges, rocks, and downed trees..
This tree was huge!!! I couldn't tell if it fell from up top of this huge hill.. or what,, I can't imagine it was on the beach.. even close to the hill. The way it is leaning it had to be on the top.
Where ever it was and how ever it got where it is... it is huge! Just leaning on the hill side. The roots are really cool...
The roots look like they could get up and walk across the beach!!!
Pixie sure loves her daddy..
The tide was coming in and they all had to run from this wave... unfortunately they all didn't make it out.. Trixie got a bit wet...
Here we have some beach pics... For some reason I really liked that log.
The waves rushing on the rocks were so beautiful and powerful at the same time...
This is a historic bridge (I would tell you the name if I could remember it!!) I have always loved the arches on this bridge!!
I saw this black bird just sitting on this piece of drift wood.. He looked at me as I was walking by.. I swear I heard him call me to take his picture.. he even gave me a profile!!!
So looking up on the hill you see the lighthouse. This is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world. It truly is beautiful!
The lighthouse consists of the lighthouse itself.. the little house right next to it,, I think it might be a supply house. Then to the right of the lighthouse is the big house. This is where the care taker lives. He stays in only a part of the house. There is a downstairs that has a large living room and dining room. The kitchen is large and old fashion.. more like the 1950's style.. (at least that is what it was like a few years back..)
I got to stay in this house a few years back.. actually must have been about 7 years ago. I did a workshop here. There are bedrooms like cabins with bunk beds. It really isn't a fancy place but they do use the building for many different events. I actually had a good time.. I loved the grounds. We who were doing the workshop were able to walk around the grounds that was normally closed to visitors.
Wally and I had a great weekend.... I love the coast..... We will be going back again soon..


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It is OFFICAL....we are homeowners. Did the closing today and we got us a house. it is 2am and I (Jodee) just got home. I have been painting, cleaning and so on. It is way past my bed that for sure. Some of our college friends came and helped out so that was nice. We got the living room primed....cabinets cleaned for reals....and a few other things. I am excited about it all. Just wish Chad would hurry up and get home. But I do think he is going to really surprised when he sees it!
I'm tired.......so I'm going to bed. Just wanted to let you guys know it is OFFICAL!


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Video For Business
When I started my coaching practice back in 2010 I did a lot of blogging alongside of private coaching work. But it wasn't until 2012 when I launched the University of Moms that I discovered the power of video.
At that time I had a short video course as my site opt-in called "Find Time for You and Be Happier Too" and although it wasn't perfect, it captured a lot of traffic.
To see where my video skills started you can view this mini series (no longer public) here==> Lesson 1. Lesson 2. Lesson 3. Lesson 4.
The videos have gotten better over time and I use video frequently in my weekly newsletters, for webinars, screenshare tutorials and more. I even have a newer video opt-in over at UofMoms.com and you can check out my YouTube channel Network Marketing TV. Remember to subscribe!
That's why I'm so thrilled that my friend Kira Lewis asked me to speak with Kristen Hewitt at the FloridaSunCon. If you're a blogger in Florida this is a must attend event!
Kristen and I are creating a mammoth session to help you understand the power of video and to help you tackle everything from the techy stuff to the presentation of yourself, how to build valuable content and more. You may even win a selfie stick!
Doing video doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Here are three ways you can hop into using video at varying levels of complexity to grow your business. It's time to let your face be seen and your voice be heard. The world needs to know YOU!
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Investors have become so comfortable with relative calm, the slightest spike causes uproar. I look at the market mostly from a fundamental point of view but respect the power of technical analysis particularly when it comes shorter-term trading and measuring the pulse of the crowd.
Remember, from time to time markets move up and down for reasons that have nothing to do with the economy or even valuations. When it comes to longer-term investing, I would caution against selling any stock solely because it was lower — especially after this kind of market rally.
Instead, you should know when to reassess. That's what I want to talk about today. We've seen a few nice up days on renewed hopes for tax reform, but I'm still watching places where the market must find support if pressure continues.
Support Levels to Watch
My technical work suggests that the first downside test for the Dow Jones Industrial Average is at 23,270, and after that, the big test would occur around 22,972. Note that a 5% correction would take the index to 22,286.
From a valuation standpoint, the S&P 500 is changing hands at a forward price-earnings (P/E) ratio of 18, which is high but nowhere near levels that have precipitated past market crashes. On this index, key support points are at 2,550 and 2,450. That's where I'd begin to reassess. If there were to be a pullback, 5% weakness would land the index at 2,443.
The most volatile of the major indices, the Nasdaq Composite, would be a wild ride on a downside adjustment. Key support points to keep an eye on include 6,600 and then 6,370. A 5% pullback would put the index in the middle of those levels at 6,450.
The good news is that current valuations tell us there is no irrational exuberance right now, and I continue to see the market as poised for a huge but selective rally if Republicans can deliver on tax reform. If the GOP blows it, the rally could take a bigger hit than I was considering just a couple weeks ago.
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The skinny: Porsche's fiercely talented motorsport division has – for the first time – applied its magic hands to Porsche's Cayman. The result is the gorgeous and grunt-tastic Cayman GT4.
As the first ever 'mid-engined GT' car Porsche has produced, it offers the kind of inherent balance that even this legendary company has not produced before.
And because it's an "enthusiast's track car" (Porsche's words) rather than an out-and-out racer like the rear-engined, 911-based GT3, it comes with a good old-fashioned six-speed manual gearbox, which only makes it more fun to drive.
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Vehicle style: Two-door premium mid-engined sports coupe
Price: $189,900 (plus on-roads)
Engine/trans: 283kW/420Nm, 3.8-litre petrol 6cyl, six-speed manual
Fuel Economy claimed: 10.3 l/km
Porsche purists will tell you that the rear-engined 911 is the ultimate car, in a place of its own, none better.
But some heretics have at least speculated that the Cayman, with its mid-engined layout - a set-up often favoured by supercar makers - is inherently superior.
Because the Cayman is the entry-level, cheap-ish Porsche, it has never been given the engine to actually go head-to-head with its more favoured brother, until now.
Refined, fettled and put on a diet by the motorsport division, the GT4 gets the 3.8-litre boxer six from a 911 Carrera S, making a truly hefty 283kW.
Many of the lightweight, track-focused parts from the GT3 have been slotted into the Cayman, although most of them have been modified to fit its different dimensions.
The changes start at the aggressive front splitter, which not only looks aggressively lovely but funnels air both under and over the car to aid the maximum mechanical grip approach.
And, despite its big lairy wings, the designers have managed to make it slip through the air, with a CD figure of just 0.32, 0.1 better than a GT3.
All that extra power has necessitated bigger and better brakes, with rotors 50mm larger than those found on the already impressive Cayman GTS.
Overall, we're finally seeing how good a Cayman could be, when pushed to the 'nth degree', and the results are predictably impressive.
The fact that the GT4's door handles have been replaced with a strap of material is the first thing you notice about the sportiest Cayman's interior. But it's a weight-saving measure that seems slightly odd when it is also fitted with power-adjustable seats (the Cayman GTS seats, for example, are manual).
You can, of course, optionally spec racier, lighter carbon-fibre-backed versions.
The other GT touches include lashings of sweat-resistant Alcantara on the steering wheel and gear stick, and some carbon-fibre-look panels here and there.
Other than that it's the usual classy and classic interior you'd expect from a Porsche, with a few more options available on the display screens to show you just how hard you've been pushing.
How comfortable you like to be when at the wheel of a car with track days in its sights, will very much depend on which seats you decide to go with.
You have a choice, but the standard seats we tried provide a good balance of lateral grip and support.
The ride, while track firm, feels like it would have enough compliance in it, just, to cope with public roads.
You can also adjust the settings so that the active engine mounts make the car feel less stiff over broken road surfaces, which is pretty darn clever.
We'll have to wait and see how the GT4 copes with real roads because the launch drive was held in its more natural environment, on the track at Phillip Island (which was absolutely fine by us).
With only one car in the country, a bunch of racing drivers – including Steven Johnson, Tomas Mezera and Jim Richards – were brought in. The idea was to build us up to the event by "climbing a stairway".
This began with pacey laps in a base Cayman (bottom stair), then a Cayman S and a Cayman GTS.
The difference in performance and track ability was noticeable with each step up, the base Cayman struggling to breach 200km/h before turn one, and the GTS a good 20km/h faster.
All three cars feel solid on the road, but they would get slightly tail happy if you were too enthusiastic on the throttle out of the slower corners.
Then came the major event: wheel time with the GT4
The GT4 feels related to its lesser brethren, obviously, but only in the way that Usain Bolt is related to other human beings.
Hurling itself on to the straight, beautifully flat and poised through the long bend that winds onto it, the Cayman GT4 howls its way to 200km/h half-way down, in fourth gear, and was still hauling hard at 240km/h (the fastest this driver has seen on that track) before we jumped on its big, beautiful brakes.
This puts you into the first corner at a speed that would have felt dangerous in any of the other Caymans, but the GT4 simply, squats, bites and rips around the next bend in a confidence-inspiring spearing rush.
According to Mezera, who would know, the GT4 is faster through corners than the more powerful GT3, but loses out on the straights.
Still, its 0-100km/h time of 4.4 seconds (and 0-200km/h in 14.5s) is certainly not disgraceful.
The theoretical 100kg of downforce from the aero package is one of those things you have to take on faith from the engineers, but the mid-corner grip of this car, and the way it feels shoved into the ground, is reminiscent of the most awesome track Porsche of all, the 918 super hybrid.
Compared to the rest of the Cayman range, even the GTS, this new and extreme version feels firmer and faster in every way, and sounds just a tad bit meaner and growlier as well.
The power steering is borrowed from the extremely pointy GT3. And after jumping straight from the lesser-Caymans, you find yourself darting for the apex too sharply at first.
But then you get used to how much faster the turn-in feels; the feedback through the wheel is, typically, excellent.
For the purists, the real highlight will be the manual gearbox, which is the only transmission offered with this car, which is the opposite of the PDK-only GT3.
Porsche folk explain that the manual is still the enthusiast's choice, which is why it's strange that this GT4's gearbox does the blipping for you on every downchange.
It's a neat trick, but it kind of takes away some of the joy that enthusiasts get from heel-and-toeing.
It's about the only tiny quibble I can find with this beautifully balanced and fiercely fast uber version of the Cayman. This car, the GT4, is a worthy addition to the Porsche sports-car stable.
Rating: The Cayman has yet to be assessed by ANCAP, but has earned five stars in Euro-NCAP testing
Safety features: The Cayman GT$ comes equipped with eight airbags, PSM and EBD. The ABS system carries over from the GT3, and the brakes are so fantastic they'll get you out of trouble most of the time.
The Porsche Stability Management systems offer two different kinds of 'off', with one allowing lateral movement and the other turning slip- and traction-control off as well.
Rivals to consider
Mercedes might want to include its GT S in this department, but it is bigger and brasher and more clearly aimed at the GT3.
Few competitors are within whistling distance of the GT4's $189,900 price. A track-focused supercar like the Aventador Superveloce is simply too powerful, and too expensive, to match it head on, and no Lotus really has the grunt to match it with this Cayman, either.
It's a car that almost stands alone, which might well make it a collectable. That and the fact that supply is limited, with Porsche Australia already holding 140 orders for its production allocation of 70 cars.
The locals have already sent pleading emails to head office in Stuttgart begging for more GT4s to sell.
It's very tempting to just give this Cayman GT4 the full five stars, but we'll hold back just half-a-star because it is, in theory at least, a road-going car.
After a day on the track, we can't be sure that it's not altogether too focused, and too hard-core, to perform that function.
To be fair, tackling public roads is very much a secondary consideration for any car wearing Porsche's GT badge.
If the design brief was to produce an absolute weapon, but one that was a joy to drive on the track, that tucked and pointed through corners with the most sublime balance, then the GT4 nails that brief.
It is, of course, very expensive, but the level of engineering that has gone into making this car feel – and perform – so very different to the car it is based on makes that investment seem almost reasonable.
And it also looks fantastic, which is a bonus.
The Cayman GTS is a more realistic mix of road and track ability, and you can actually buy one, which is a bit of an advantage.
But at the very top of the range, this GT4 finally unleashes all the potential of Porsche's entry level, mid-engined sports car. You might even choose one over a 911.
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This court concluded that, in order to give effect to the substance of legislative intent, G. L. c. 197, s. 9A, did not require a plaintiff to wait one year after the death of a deceased defendant prior to filing a claim against his estate, where, had the plaintiff waited one year, the statute of limitations governing the claim would have expired, and where the real party at interest was an insurance carrier that had been promptly informed of the plaintiff's action. [540-542]
CIVIL ACTION commenced in the Superior Court Department on September 2, 1997.
The case was heard by Stephen E. Neel, J., on a motion to dismiss.
Lauren A. Boice for the plaintiff.
Paul M. Richardson for Donald L. Hewitt.
KANTROWITZ, J. One wonders how Yossarian [Note 2] would have responded: To comply with the statute, the plaintiff has to wait one year to file suit. If the plaintiff waits one year to file suit she runs afoul of the statute of limitations. Catch-22.
The issue before us is whether G. L. c. 197, s. 9A, requires a plaintiff to wait one year after the death of a deceased defendant prior to filing a claim against his estate, where (1) by waiting the year, the statute of limitations governing the claim would have expired; and (2) the real party at interest is an insurance carrier. We hold that it does not, and reverse the judgment allowing the defendant Donald L. Hewitt's motion to dismiss.
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1. Facts. The plaintiff, Audrey Cross, was injured on the defendants' premises on September 23, 1994. On September 2, 1997, the plaintiff filed her complaint naming Donald L. Hewitt, Richard G. Hewitt, and Elizabeth H. Kennedy, as defendants [Note 3]. A copy of the complaint was sent to Holyoke Mutual Insurance (insurer), the insurer for the premises where the plaintiff was injured.
The plaintiff, unable to locate any of the defendants, perfected service through publication. In November, 1997, the insurer answered the complaint on behalf of Donald Hewitt, its insured. Three months later, the insurer, realizing that Donald Hewitt had died on October 16, 1996, filed a suggestion of death. The insurer moved that the matter be stayed until the plaintiff amended her complaint and perfected service upon a duly appointed representative of Donald Hewitt's estate. The plaintiff, however, was unable to locate any administrator for the estate, and was also unable to appoint a public administrator to probate it [Note 4]. The defendant's motion to dismiss was granted on the basis of the nullity doctrine [Note 5]. The judge found that, pursuant to G. L.c. 197, s. 9, as the plaintiff should have filed suit against the executor or administrator of the deceased's estate, any attempted service on the decedent was void.
The plaintiff filed a motion to reconsider the dismissal of her action, arguing that G. L. c. 197, s. 9A, allowed her to file suit
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against the deceased where the real party at interest is the insurance company. The judge denied the motion, reasoning that s. 9A was inapplicable because it required that the plaintiff bring her action a year after the deceased's death. Since the plaintiff had brought the action within one year of Donald Hewitt's death, the judge denied the motion for reconsideration, notwithstanding the predicament in which the plaintiff found herself: if she waited the one year to comply with the provision of s. 9A, the three-year statute of limitations, as set out in the same statute, would have expired [Note 6].
2. Discussion. To resolve this conflict, we start with an examination of the two sections of the statute in question, G. L. c. 197, s.s. 9 and 9A. General Laws c. 197, s. 9, as amended by St. 1989, c. 329, s. 5, allows a creditor of the deceased to sue the executor or administrator of the deceased's estate so long as the "action is commenced within one year after the date of death of the deceased . . . . [Note 7]" The purpose of the statute is to expedite the settlement of estates. See Parker v. Rich, 297 Mass. 111, 114
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(1937) ("The main design of this statute, as disclosed by its words and arrangement, was not to make it easier for plaintiffs to institute actions but to prevent harm to defendants arising from actions delayed by the plaintiffs within limits previously permitted by the statutes"); Eresian v. Mattei, 52 Mass. App. Ct. 16, 17 (2001) ("The general purpose of these provisions 'is that the settlement of the estates of deceased persons should not be unnecessarily delayed.' Forbes v. Harrington, 171 Mass. 386, 391 [1898]").
General Laws c. 197, s. 9A, on the other hand, was enacted to aid tort plaintiffs in the recovery of damages where the plaintiffs had failed to bring suit within the short one-year statute of limitations provided in s. 9, and where the real party in interest is the insurance company. See Nutter v. Woodard, 34 Mass. App. Ct. 596, 598 & n. 1 (1993). See also Mullins v. Garthwait, 875 R Supp. 14, 17-18 (D. Mass. 1994). The Legislature, in enacting s. 9A, intended to extend the time for filing claims against decedents or their estates; it did not intend to limit tort claims or require plaintiffs to defer filing suit for one year under any circumstances. Should action begin within one year, the entire estate may be liable for any judgment. See c. 197, s. 9. In contrast, under s. 9A, a plaintiffs judgment may only be satisfied from proceeds provided by an insurance policy or bond, and not from the general assets of the estate. In this way, s. 9A, in conjunction with s. 9, protects the estate of the deceased from claims that are too remote.
Applying the words of G. L. c. 197, s. 9A, literally in this case would lead to an absurd result. The plaintiff could not wait
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a full year after the death of the deceased to file her suit, as the three-year statute of limitations would have run. Section 9A is clearly intended to allow tort claimants access to a decedent's insurance policy without regard to the short statute of limitations period applicable to claims against a decedent's estate. The Legislature, in enacting s. 9A, did not intend to prohibit suits brought within the first year of the decedent's death; rather, it was emphasizing that an action could still be brought after the first year, if the insurance company were the real party at interest. "We do not depart lightly from the express wording of a statute, . . . but in the unusual circumstances appearing here we [hold] that a deviation is justified. . . . [Statutory] interpretation should tend to preserve the substance of a statute rather than diminish it, should not override common sense, . . . or produce absurd or unreasonable results." (Citations omitted.) Dillon v. Massachusetts Bay Transp. Authy., 49 Mass. App. Ct. 309, 315-316 (2000).
The insurer, the real party at interest, was promptly informed of the plaintiffs action. The insurer has "not claim[ed] that it was prejudiced, in any material way, as the events unfolded. . . . To rule against the plaintiff in these circumstances 'would . . . allow the insurer a windfall White v. Helmuth, 45 Mass. App. Ct. 634, 635 (1998), quoting from Nutter v. Woodard, 34 Mass. App. Ct. at 600.
The judgment of dismissal is reversed and the matter is remanded to the Superior Court for further proceedings not inconsistent with this opinion.
So ordered.
[Note 1] Richard G. Hewitt and Elizabeth H. Kennedy.
[Note 2] Heller, Catch-22 (Dell ed. 1978).
[Note 3] The case against Donald L. Hewitt is the one before this court. On December 21, 1998, a default judgment was entered against Elizabeth H. Kennedy and Richard G. Hewitt, Donald's siblings and co-owners of the premises. Kennedy and Richard G. Hewitt were not insured under the policy issued by the insurer. At oral argument, we were informed that the default judgment has since been vacated.
[Note 4] A public administrator apparently could not be appointed as there was a suggestion that heirs were available to probate the estate. See G. L. c. 194, s. 4 ("A public administrator shall, except as hereinafter provided, take out letters of administration and faithfully administer upon the estates of persons who die intestate . . . leaving property in his county to be administered, if there is no known husband, widow or heir of such deceased living in the commonwealth at the time of filing the petition"). At the time, it appeared that Richard Hewitt and Kennedy were living in New Hampshire. Once again, the record is unclear on this point.
[Note 5] "The nullity doctrine states that a complaint brought against a deceased person cannot be maintained because it is, 'in truth, brought against nobody.' " White v. Helmuth, 45 Mass. App. Ct. 634, 635 n.2 (1998), quoting from Chandler v. Dunlop, 311 Mass. 1, 5 (1942).
[Note 6] General Laws c. 197, s. 9A, as amended by St. 1993, c. 319, states:
"Notwithstanding the provisions of section nine, an action for personal injuries or death, if commenced more than one year after the date of death of the deceased, may be brought against said executor or administrator, provided that such action is commenced within three years next after the cause of action accrues, and provided further that any judgment recovered in any action so brought may be satisfied only from the proceeds of a policy of insurance or bond, if any, and not from the general assets of the estate.
"If an executor or administrator has not been appointed, then an action allowed under this section may be maintained without such appointment, and shall be maintained naming the decedent as the defendant. In such event any service of process that may be necessary shall be made upon the entity providing the insurance or bond." (Emphasis added.)
[Note 7] Sections (a) and (b) of c. 197, s. 9, provide in full:
"(a) Except as provided in this chapter, an executor or administrator shall not be held to answer to an action by a creditor of the deceased unless such action is commenced within one year after the date of death of the deceased and unless, before the expiration of such period, the process in such action has been served by delivery in hand upon such executor or administrator or service thereof accepted by him or a notice stating the name of the estate, the name and address of the creditor, the amount of the claim and the court in which the action has been brought has been filed in the proper registry of probate.
"(b) An executor or administrator shall not be held to answer to an action by a creditor of the deceased which is commenced within any other or additional period of limitation for bringing such action provided by or under this chapter unless before the expiration of such period the process in such action has been served by delivery in hand upon him or service thereof accepted by him or a notice as aforesaid has been filed in the proper registry of probate."