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Saturday, December 26, 2015
Director Report Card: Quentin Tarantino (2015)
The Hateful Eight
Quentin Tarantino announcing that he was working on a new movie would be a bigger deal if he hadn't announce about a hundred projects over the years he's never made. When Tarantino is actually writing a movie, with an envisioned production date not far off, that's exciting. When "The Hateful Eight" was first announced, another western assumed to be a variation on "men on a mission" flicks, the anticipation was already running high. Not long after the project's announcement, it fell apart, Tarantino canning the whole thing because of a leaked draft. Yet it seems Quentin doesn't let go of an idea once it grips him. Soon, "The Hateful Eight" was back on track. Seeing how the final film would vary from the leaked screenplay made "The Hateful Eight" enough of an event already. The director's insistence upon releasing the movie on physical film, in an extra-widescreen roadshow edition, elevated "The Hateful Eight" even further. I drove two and a half hours - slightly less time then it would take to watch it - to see this movie. I have to say, it was worth it.
In the middle of a Wyoming blizzard, a few years after the Civil War, a man sits upon a pile of corpses. A bounty hunter and a former Union Major, he soon comes across a stage coach. Inside, another bounty hunter and his latest target sit. After picking up another stranger, who claims to be the sheriff-in-waiting of the near-by town, the stage coach stops at Minnie's Haberdashery. Inside is a collection of characters with motivations all their own. As they wait out the storm, tension rises, rivalries are established, and blood is spilled.
"The Hateful Eight" has been described as Tarantino's most political film. It's not an incorrect assessment. In the lead-up to the film's release, the director has attracted controversy for attending a Black Lives Matter rally. In this light, "The Hateful Eight" can't help but seem like a comment on recent events. Racial tension plays a huge role in the film. The events of the Civil War loom large over the film. The lingering resentment between the North and the South, and the still palpable tension between the races, forms the movie's backbone. Yet "The Hateful Eight" is about many types of hate. The black characters distrust the Mexican characters. A woman is brutally beaten throughout. An atmosphere of suspicion and loathing characterizes the entire movie. The title is well chosen, commenting on a culture boiling over with resentment between the races, the sexes, and humanity in general.
Minnie's Haberdashery, it rarely leaves it. Instead, the movie focuses on the rising tension among the men. Ordinary events, like boiling a pot of coffee, serving up some stew, playing a piano, or sitting in a chair, are laced with suspense. In its second half, "The Hateful Eight" also becomes something like a murder mystery. Either way, the script's focus is on tightening the screws and keeping the audience guessing.
Throughout his entire career, Tarantino has had a relationship with violence. The director has attracted controversy for his treatment of bloodshed. There's no doubt that the mayhem in Tarantino's movies frequently cross over into the cartoonish or joyous. In "The Hateful Eight," however, the violence is brutal, ugly and direct. Russell frequently cracks Leigh across the face, blackening her eye, bloodying her nose, and knocking out her teeth. Poisoned coffee results in two characters vomits torrents of blood, an extended and sickening moment. Each gunshot has a visceral effect, the bullets ripping through flesh and bone. At one point, a head is shot enough times it explodes into gore. By the end of the film, every character left alive is covered in blood, in agonizing pain as their bodies' fail. There's nothing glamorous or fun about the violence here. This is a vicious story about the wages of hate and the violence reflects that.
Even in the leaked first draft, Tarantino boasts how the film would be shot in "GLORIOUS 70MM!" In the months leading up to the film's release, the plan to roll out a "road show" version in the aforementioned glorious 70mm was announced. The super-widescreen format has two affects on the film. The white, snow-choked Wyoming countryside becomes truly rolling and seemingly limitless. A carriage crossing the snow and ice or a small man marching over the hills appear like huge images. It's all part of Tarantino's plan to emulate the epic westerns of the sixties and seventies. Yet most of "The Hateful Eight" takes place inside a small building. Thus, the men's faces become landscapes. The confines of Minnie's Haberdashery become a country. The director foreshadows this decision in the movie's first proper shot. The camera slowly zooms out of the face of a wooden statue of Christ, expanding from the very personal to the very wide.
Two names I was surprised to hear announced were Kurt Russell and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Russell, sporting some magnificent facial hair, plays bounty hunter John Ruth. At first, Ruth appears to be the closest thing the film has to a traditional hero. However, the more time we spend with him, the clearer it becomes that Ruth is a sadistic and dangerous bastard. Russell plays the part as a variation on his usual John Wayne tough guy part, bringing that style's nasty roots to the surface. Jennifer Jason Leigh gives a deeply unglamorous performance as Daisy Domergue. Becoming more and more deformed as the story goes on, Leigh spits back all the hatred the other characters give her. Though a victim, the script doesn't deny that Domergue is as hateful as the rest. Hopefully, the part will launch the hard-working character actress to wider acclaim.
Though those four roles emerge as the leads, "The Hateful Eight" is still an ensemble film. Smaller but still notable parts are created for its other actors. As Oswaldo Mobray, Tim Roth gets to indulge in all his foppish fancies. Roth is also experienced at spouting the director's twisted dialogue, turning it into poetry. A nice bit of acting comes when he drops his accent near the film's end. Bruce Dern, as the old Confederate general, says a lot with a squinting stare or bits of short, barked dialogue. Michael Madsen plays probably the most mysterious of the eight. His character doesn't say much but, when he does, his scratchy voice makes an impression. Demian Bichir probably gives the least showy of all the actors. He does, however, get to be one half of a great exchange of dialogue in a stable. I also loved Zoe Bell's brief appearance, which she brings a lot of energy too.
Up until it's sixth chapter, the film version of "The Hateful Eight" follows the first draft relatively closely. Tarantino promised, however, that the final movie would have an entirely different ending. Indeed it does. In the last forty minutes, the writer/director seems to intentionally be throwing right angles at the viewers. Characters previously assumed dead actually survive their wounds. Characters recently introduced die suddenly and violently. Long portions of the last act are devoted to characters debating their loyalties. Or trying to squirm their way out of this grim situation. It's not exactly tiresome, as the film is still rolling along at a solid clip and the performances are still great to watch. However, the movie definitely looses a bit of steam during this part.
In "Django Unchained," for the first time, the director worked with a composer to create music for one of his films, instead of solely sampling pre-existing songs and scores. Legendary composer Ennio Morricone contributed an original song. Much was made of Morricone coming aboard to create the score for "The Hateful Eight." This hype was slightly misleading. Instead of composing an entirely new score, Morricone instead used excerpts from his rejected score for "The Thing." I'm not necessarily complaining. Both films share a star, a snowy setting, and rising paranoia among a tight cast. Morricone's music features foreboding, mounting strings which is a good fit for the material. Despite using original music, Quentin can't resist inserting familiar songs or score snippets. Morricone's own "Exorcist II" score is memorably sampled. One of David Hess' songs from "Last House on the Left" makes a notable appearance, adding intensity to a flashback. A song from the Roy Orbison-starring western "The Fastest Guitar in the West" plays over the end credits, a fantastic deep cut.
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Spend a day working on the most important design project of all - your life. This interactive one day workshop, taught by one or both of the co-authors of the book, will walk you through the ideas contained in the New York Time bestseller, Designing Your Life - How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life. Participants will leave with three Odyssey Plans for their life and a plan to prototype their way to a successful future. And participants will help each other on their individual and unique journeys toward a well-lived, joyful life.
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Absolutely shit.
used to be absolutely terrified of them as a child:
convinced one of the actors would call me up on to the stage. had to hide under the seats.
kind of this ^
I was terrified of being asked to go up, and then utterly GUTTED when I wasn't choice to go up and hadn't made more effort to be chosen to go up.
- thewarn this'd this
- Royter-Hatfood, meowington, xheathenx, and PickledOeuf this'd this
- unfamiliar, meowington, xheathenx, aboynamedgoo, and Darcy this'd this
I've never been to one
but without it I would not have seen the Fonz in Boots (the dispensing chemists). Or loads of dwarves last year.
I don't think I've ever spoken to a dwarf. Have you?
Fonz in Boots sounds like a good pantomime.
Ralph Malph and the beanstalk.
and no, I've never knowingly spoken to a dwarf.
even though warwick davies lives nearby. disappointing
Wow. SOMEONE'S been inspired by Grumpy Old Men, haven't they?
What's next, 'Oh, all the shops are so busy!' 'It all starts too early in the year!' or 'New Year's Eve is actually really shit!'?
Threads like this: Absolutely shit.Kitchmo this'd this
- Kitchmo this'd this
I do, but I haven't read it this morning since getting off the train.
Was it on telly last night or something?
It certainly was.
H_Y_G TWEETS 11 hours ago via HTC peep:
"Why are shops so busy at Christmas?" "Have you ever noticed they don't have enough sprouts?" "Aren't cards annoying?" Insightful stuff.
Oh, I didn't see any of those.
So h_y_g likes Grumpy Old Men?
I was actually pointing out how distressing and mean-spirited GOM was, until it was pointed out to me I was becoming everything I professed to hate.
I still don't like pantomimes though.
- Royter-Hatfood this'd this
We're just forming an infinite feedback loop of grumpiness.
Quick, let's talk about things we enjoy.
Efficient cross-country train services?
the archers
*don't actually like the archers, but it appears to be something old middle class people like.
I love it when someone who I dont recognise as a 'potential nutjob'
gets REALLY pissed off at a fairly innocuous comment. tito_santano about the babies in offices, now Marckee about pantomimes :D
Pantomimes are brilliant
I was in panto as a child and I loved it. My ex-boyfriend forged a fairly decent career out of panto before he got too fat/ deported. See!
Pantos: brilliant.
how can you get too fat for panto.
does not compute.
He was used to playing the dashing lead
When he gave up the class As he got supertubby and couldn't manage the choreography.
If it wasn't for panto I wouldn't have met Sooty or Jet from Gladiators.
Therefore pantos = good.
- DaisyFlower this'd this
Sooty has legs
Would probably still be rubbish though.
Did the Gladiators even do the Eliminator?
It was just competitor vs competitor, wasn't it.
But I bet they had a go on it after hours before their probable nightly orgies.
jet is still absolutely stunning.
i would do yoga for that woman.
that's how strong the physical attraction is.PickledOeuf this'd this
my parents used to take us to christmas plays instead
some years we'd to to The Nuffield and see a childrens production and they were always really good, I remember The Snow Queen being especially enjoyable.
We once went to see a stage version of a Christmas Carol.
AFter 20 minutes with no dialogue, we realised it was a dance interpretation.
Was not a fan.
Similar thing happened to me once.
Went to see a modern version of the opera Carmen, called Car Man (it was set in a garage), after about 20 minutes I turned to friend and asked 'when are they going to start singing?' but they didn't know and looked just as concerned as I did. Turned out it was a ballet.
How the fuck do you set a ballet in a garage?!
Some postmodern shit right there
You can set a ballet anywhere surely.
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Ever wonder what it was like to be hit by a freight train? Well seeing Excision live will bring you just a little closer to that feeling. We had the opportunity to witness one of the bassiest shows we have ever witnessed/felt. Aside from Datsik, Excision has to be one of the most energetic shows to date when it comes to the bass culture.
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Todays EDM scene is flooded with so much main stream music house and techno that it is amazing when you get to wintess something from artists like Excision. Accompanied by his Executioner stage setup and production, Canadian bass junkie Excision brought with him 150,000 watts of bass. Last time we got hit with this setup was with Datsik during his Digital Assassins tour.
The evening started with some great supporting artists like Ill Gates and DirtyPhonics. Being a DirtyPhonics fan for a while now, I was almost more excited to see them live than Excision. But it made my night just being able to see them both in one sitting.
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Ill admit it, I love bass. Who doesn't love to get hit with a huge drop? As I stood in the pit waiting for the set to start, the opening track came on with just a tone. I found myself standing right next to the subwoofers and could feel my whole body shaking. To me, it was like being a little kid in the candy store, except the candy was bass drops.
With tons of energy and insane visuals, Excision brought tracks like Get Stupid any many more. With the venue sold out, it was hard to even move 2 feet without having to shove someone out of the way to get anywhere. But for me to be able to photography an artists that brings such intensity to their sets it was very worth it. For all of you who have not had a chance to check out Excision live, you need to next time he comes around your area.
See the full album here: Excision @ Toyota Presents The Dome at Oakdale Theatre Album 1
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Nice story, dear....
Well, about your draw
I feel something unique and cool with your style in draw and I'm interesting with it.. but it's doesn't mean bad, 'kay?
just something that's not right to me it's her wings
Btw, I think if you do vector on this and give some abstract style with vivid color in background, it'll be nice... but that's my opinion... ^^
Well, keep it up! ^^ I support you with fav too ^^
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don't mind the title. this was done randomly. haha. took me 2 hours to finish....(did it while i was doing some laundry.) yeah, i havent drawn anything for 3 years. i gave up when i found out that i could write. haha....^_^'
this is a side-story from my novel called: pages from a diary.
she is a devil who fell in-love with an angel. she made a wish to Lucifer that she could be an angel. but there was a price for being one. without any second-thoughts she said yes. but the price for it is...
then when she finally became an angel, her beloved didn't love her. she was broken-hearted 'til the day she died.
*havent edited, no photoshop and the scanner is crap. the paper was clean and white. but when it was scanned, became
dark and dirty. annoying..... hmphhhhhhhh. but when you see the original one its clean....
hope you like it. and yeah. i am not doing some anime-eyes.
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Rising Afrocentric artiste Demola Awotungase better known as Demmie Vee has called out his colleague, Y. A. G. I CEO, rapper Lil Kesh for snubbing him at a recent event.
Demmie Vee, has revealed that his greatest regret is greeting YAGI boss and former YBNL signing, Lil Kesh.
According to Demmie Vee, who during a recent interview made this known adding that he greeted the rapper at an event only to be shocked at his hostile reaction towards him.
Speaking during a recent interview, Demmie Vee said;
"It was at a Lagos @ 50 event and I had gone to the event with 9ice.
"As I entered the event, the presenter that was interviewing Lil Kesh saw me and hailed me. The presenter was trying to interview me but I had to pay respect to Lil Kesh whom he was interviewing prior to my arrival.
"But things went sour with him and to my utter dismay, he yelled at me and pushed my hands off as i made to shake or embrace him. I never see myself as a competitor with him because our style of music is different.
He added;
"He said 'guy wetin happen? I sabi you?'" "I explained to him that i just wanted to say hi, but he yelled again 'for what? why you wan greet me?'.
I was shocked and extremely embarrassed. .
"I felt like the ground should just open up and swallow me because people were looking at me and i am generally a free minded person. I was like what's bad in showing love to someone?.
Yet I saw this dude relating to a couple of people, so not like he was in a bad mood or something."


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Hiroko Matsukata is a woman who works for a magazine company. She puts all she has into her work, and is known as a strong, straight-forward working girl, who can at will turn herself into Hataraki man (working man) mode. Despite Hiroko's success at work, her life lacks romance. Even though a hard worker, she'd leave early anytime to go on a date. Too bad her boyfriend is even bigger a workaholic than Hiroko.
Episode: 11
Original Run: October 12, 2006 – December 21, 2006
Television Drama: October 10, 2007 – December 19, 2007 (11 episodes)
List of Songs: (directly to Anime Lyrics Blog)
1. Hataraku Otoko [Opening]
2. Shangri-La [Ending]
3. Sekai wa Sore wo Ai to Yabundaze [Insert]
4. Utagoe yo Okore [Insert]
3. Sekai wa Sore wo Ai to Yabundaze [Insert]
4. Utagoe yo Okore [Insert]
Published: November 22, 2004 – April 2009
Volume: 4
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This is a dangerous cake.
A very, very dangerous cake.
It looks all happy, and full of fruits and dreams. But no, please beware. Let me explain...
So, I stayed to work from home the other day, and thought to myself, "let's bake a cake!"... and bake I did. (Or we, if I'm still referring to myself as two people... weeeiiirrrd.)
It was pretty simple, nothing fancy... I think the cake came together in approximately 45 minutes from start to finish. I like that sort of baking.
But then it came out of the oven. And smelled like cinnamon and caramelized apples.
And then I made some tea.
And then. Well, abracadabra... half the cake was gone. Unclear how this happened, but I definitely know the why: it's SO DELICIOUS! It's like a cake version of apple pie, and I just downright love apple pie. (And we all know that I love cake...)
Plus, this little guy is vegan, and it's vegan awareness month! So hip hop hooray into your kitchens and let's celebrate!
Upside-Down Apple Cake - What you need:
- 2 large apples
- juice of half a lemon
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar + 2 tablespoons (seperated) - I used a golden cane sugar here.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 cup apple sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/3 cup oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla // or the seeds from 1 vanilla pod
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
Upside-Down Apple Cake - What you do:
Peel and core the apples. Cut them into thin slices, and then toss them in the lemon juice.
Grease a 9 inch cake pan with coconut oil (or margarine or butter), and then coat with flour. On the bottom of the pan, evenly sprinkle the reserved two tablespoons of sugar. Next, put down a layer of the apple that spirals around the bottom of the cake pan.
To make the cake:
Preheat your oven to 180 celsius (350F).
Combine all of the dry ingredients in a large bowl (flour, sugar, baking powder and soda, salt, cinnamon). Combine all of the wet ingredients in another large bowl (applesauce, water, vanilla, vinegar, and oil).
Combine the dry mixture into the wet mixture in three additions, stirring well after each time.
Pour the cake batter over the apples.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The top should be golden brown and an inserted toothpick should come out clean.
Take a clean knife and go around the edge of the cake in the pan for easy flipping.
Flip out the cake onto a plate.
You can choose to let this cake cool, or you can eat it warm... I chose the warm option! (But, I can attest that it's great at room temperature, too!)
So, go forth and celebrate this month of vegan-ness! If you choose to eat meat, that's cool - I respect your choices, but perhaps you can try to hug a vegan! It'll make the world a better place.
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ABLE family in IL - Charles O. ABLE married Lillie Agnes BURTLE
My ABLE family was in the Glenarm area of IL.My GG Grandfather was Charles O. ABLE, born 1870-1871 and lived until 1937.He married Lillie Agnes BURTLE.Any matches?
My Charles was German and the earliest ABLE ancestor has been traced to Bavaria, Germany then went to England in the 1400's. A Robert ABLE then came to Virginia in the 1600's and around 1800 the ABLE family migrated to Kentucky and then to Indiana.From there they went to IL in 1809 they traveled with the same wagon train with The Lincoln's, YES ABE LINCOLN's Family.My GG Grandfather was a boyhood and lifelong friend of Abe's.


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White Mans Lynching.
Filthy People Dirty Money.
Because I didn't like the "molestation is not that bad" joke, I threw enough cash down to cover my coffee, left a sizable tip, looked at the waiter as I pointed to the cash, walked out, and never looked back. Here is why I'll never need clean money bad enough to take it from filthy people! ~>
Dr. Kim Came Ready!
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Ed Latimore: Boxer, Writer, & Physicist Is Going To Die Anyway!
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So You Don't Like Black Guys, & I Don't Like Witches Roses!
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She Asked Me When I'd Settle Down.
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Niche Technology Sponsors the Medal of Valor Award at the 53rd Annual International Association of Women Police Training Conference
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5 August 2015
Niche Technology Sponsors the Medal of Valor Award at the 53rd Annual International Association of Women Police Training Conference
CARDIFF, SOUTH WALES, UK: Niche Technology, the leading provider of police Records Management Systems (RMS) for more than 100 police agencies, including 10 of the 30 largest agencies in the English-speaking world, is proud to announce the sponsorship of the Medal of Valor Award, which will be given on Sunday, 23 August at the 53rd Annual International Association of Women Police (IAWP) Training Conference.
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The solfeggio frequencies are reputed to be the original frequencies used by the Gregorian Monks when they chanted. The chant, based on the six notes, penetrates deep into the conscious and subconscious mind, drawing forth emotional reactions which we are sometimes unable to completely control.
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WASHINGTON -- President Clinton faces a deadline this week on how to handle a potentially embarrassing ethics investigation in Arkansas: begin a fight to keep his lawyer's license or give it up voluntarily?
The president has given no reliable sign of how he will respond to the state supreme court ethics committee's inquiry into his denial under oath that he had a sexual relationship with Monica Lewinsky.
There are indications that he does not plan to surrender his license without a fight. Clinton paid his annual $100 license fee last month. He had faced a March 1 deadline to pay, so that is not necessarily a signal of his intention to fight.


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An event as monumental as August's total solar eclipse calls for special celebrations. The watch parties across the metro alone demonstrate the efforts many are going to in order to capitalize on the cosmological occasion. That said, whether you're stuck at the office or plan to be cruising down a lazy river at an area waterpark, there are plenty of festive ways to commemorate this historic total solar eclipse, Kansas City-style.
So, grab your eclipse safety sunglasses and build your perfect KC solar eclipse celebration with these local recommendations.
Raise a ToastBoulevard Brewing Co.
There's hardly a better way to spend the afternoon than at Boulevard's Beer Hall, a glorious testament to the craft brewer's Midwest heritage. Order the Dark Truth Stout—a rich, complex beer as dark as the mid-afternoon sky during the eclipse—and raise your glass in celestial celebration.
Surf's Up, Sun's GoneOceans of Fun
Cruise the waves at Oceans of Fun as you await the imminent afternoon blackout. Even though it'll only be completely dark for a few minutes, you'll still feel like you're at the coolest afterhours pool party.
Afternoon Happy HourCellar Rat Wine Merchants
Grab a bottle of Mean Mule Distilling Co.'s American Agave Spirit and craft yourself a KC Agave Sunset. Think of this as the City of Fountains twist on a Tequila Sunset—pour the agave spirit into a glass and fill with ice cubes, followed by orange juice and topped off with grenadine. Stir together and you've got your go-to midday sunset beverage.
Dark Side of the (Chocolate) BarChristopher Elbow Chocolates
Swing by chocolatier Christopher Elbow's flagship location to pick up the No. 6 Dark Rocks chocolate bar, a 63-percent gourmet dark chocolate treat blended with popping candy (think Pop Rocks). While its name is basically a synonym for our moon, the candy itself is a decadence so delicious it was voted the best chocolate bar in America by Food & Wine Magazine.
Nocturnal AnimalsKansas City Zoo
Spend the day with young ones at the Kansas City Zoo and watch the total solar eclipse in action with all of your animal buddies, from chimpanzees to Billy goats and all the exotic creatures in between.
Explore Over/Under KCDiscover
Whether you want to embrace the eclipse from towering elevations or are in search of a place to break away from the crowds, try out some of the loftiest heights and underground escapes in KC.
Moonshine MadnessHolladay Distillery
It wouldn't be a Midwest party without a little moonshine! Consult with the experts at Holladay Distillery by touring their impressive facility. While you're there, grab a bottle of Holladay White Dog—real moonshine fresh off the still—and watch the event unfold in beautiful Weston, Mo.
Black Hole-(in-one) SunTopgolf
Perfect your swing atop one of the many levels at Overland Park's Topgolf facility and get a close-up glimpse of the astronomical anomaly in all its dark-skied glory.
Patio'ing in the Moonlight
Kansas City features a wide array of patio hangouts perfect for viewing the total solar eclipse. Need some afternoon caffeination? Try Filling Station in Union Hill. Hungry for a late lunch? Check out The Jacobson in the Crossroads Arts District. Something sweet to beat the heat? Make your way to Foo's Fabulous Frozen Custard in Brookside. Want to move happy hour up a few hours? McCoy's Public House in Westport is your spot.
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Small Moon RisingMoon Marble Company
Makers by trade, the Moon Marble Company is a regional favorite thanks to its colorful, handmade marbles. Collect a handful of heavenful designs to commemorate the great big marble up in the sky.
Unforgettable Watch Parties
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Chamber WBC presents: BREW Meet The President, Coffee and conversations with Danielle Fitz-HughName: Chamber WBC presents: BREW Meet The President, Coffee and conversations with Danielle Fitz-HughDate: January 25, 2018Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM ESTRegistration: Registration for this event is now closed.Event Description:Get to know our new Chamber President and her vision for our Chamber.Danielle joined the Chesterfield Chamber as President & CEO in October of 2017. Prior to joining Chesterfield she headed the Petersburg Chamber for six-years. During her time in Petersburg, the Chamber has nearly doubled it's membership, growing their signature Festival of Grapes & Hops to over 4000 attendees, added two additional community events: Smokin BBQ and Maltdown.
Danielle was recognized in 2016 Chamber Executive of the Year, by Virginia Chamber of Commerce Executives and the Chamber was recognized as top small Chamber by, American Chamber of Commerce Executives.
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Martin et al v. United States Department of Argiculture
Plaintiff: Clifford S. Martin, Georgianna Martin, Pettway Smith, Terrance Smith, Jr., Gabrielle Smith, Arieanna NLN, Reston NLN, Jr., Kimberly U. Martin-Floyd, Frances O. Lewis and Kennedy NLN
Defendant: United States Department of Agriculture
Case Number: 2:2015cv00075
Filed: February 11, 2015
Court: Alabama Southern District Court
Office: Selma Office
County: Wilcox
Referring Judge: Sonja F. Bivins
Presiding Judge: Callie V. S. Granade
Nature of Suit: Other Civil Rights
Cause of Action: 42:1983
Jury Demanded By: None
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I've been hearing rave reviews about this book. It apparently has everything. It's won awards. It's sold over 25 million copies and has been translated to many different languages. Obviously this was a book I needed to be reading. So I got myself a copy and here is my review of it, as well a a plot summary.
Well the plot goes like this. There's this Caterpillar. And from what I gather, the imagery suggests that he is in fact, rather hungry. Whether we have to read between the lines and find the hinding meaning here is uncertain at such an early stage in the book, but I think that he might just be normally hungry, but others argue he is in fact hungry for international democracy and love among all men, using deep and complex imagery.
So anyway this caterpillar, he starts to eat things. Ice cream. Now I've never seen a Caterpillar eat ice cream, especially not a caterpillar called clunge (I read that's his name). And then he kept eating more things. It was gripping. I'd turn the page and not know what to expect in the plot. Perhaps a twist? Perhaps he was all along an international spy intent on stopping Hitler from going through with his occult plan. But just when I thought I'd figured out this wonderful story, there it would go, and the clunge would go and eat something else. Quite frankly at this point I knew I was reading a classic. It has everything in terms of plot and character development. I felt I could relate on an emotional plane with the caterpillar.
Then something unbelievable happened. The caterpillar went into a cucoon and turned into a fucking Butterfly. It was alike a cliff hanger! I didn't know what he was going to do next. Fly off and eat something? Finally stop Hitler? Prevent the cold war? Abolish apartheid. Quite frankly I am really looking forward to the sequel.
I give this book 8/10. I can see why it was on of Dubya's favourites, it's in my personal top 10 now as well. It's only left down is it's length. I wanted to see maybe a few more exotic items eaten.


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Metrobank-Globalbank Merger
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History of Global Business Bank.............................................................................................................. 2 History of Metropolitan Bank & Trust Corp............................................................................................. 3 History at the time of the Merger.............................................................................................................. 4 Reasons for Merger ................................................................................................................................... 6 Financial Statements before the Acquisition .......................................................................................... 7 Board of Directors .................................................................................................................................... 22 Approval by BSP ...................................................................................................................................... 25 Ranking Before & After the Acquisition ................................................................................................. 26 Current Status of the Surviving Bank .................................................................................................... 27 Major Financial Highlights: ...................................................................................................................... 28
History of Global Business Bank
Globalbank, formely Philbank, traces its roots in Tanauan, Batangas where in 1935 a group of public school teachers formed a mutual savings and loan association to fight usury and promote the concept of savings. Soon after the creation of the Central Bank, the association was converted into a commercial bank, the first ever to be established outside Manila. In view of its fast growing clientele, the bank transferred its office to Binondo, Manila in 1957 and was renamed The Philippine Banking Corporation. Regarded as a pioneer of full service commercial banking, Philbank became ultimately known as a "People for People" bank – a strong, collaborating partner of the Filipino people. During its 65 year of dedicated service, Philbank remained an institution that managed to grow in the face of adversity. Globalbank was established on April 16, 1997 as a joint venture of Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company, the country's premier universal bank, and Tokai Bank, Ltd. (now UFJ Bank), then one of Japan's largest banks. Backed by the resources and expertise of these two formidable banks, Globalbank started commercial operations on June 3, 1997 directing its marketing efforts to high-end local corporations, Japanese multinational corporations based in the Philippines and selected medium-scale business. Its merger with Philbank on May 2, 2000 greatly accelerated its growth and reach as a member of the Metrobank Group of Companies. On December 22, 1999, Globalbank entered into a Share Purchase Agreement of 100% of equity of Asianbank , a universal bank formed, owned and managed by A. Soriano Corporation and the Phinma Group of Companies as principal stockholders. The sale was consummated on February 29, 2000. On May 22, 2000 all operating assets and liabilities of Asianbank were formally assigned to Globalbank in effect integrating the day-to-day operations of Asianbank. Thereafter, a final request to merge Asianbank with Globalbank was filed with the BSP which was formally approved by the Monetary Board on August 31, 2000 and by the SEC on October 23, 2000. Led by a team of competent professional bankers, the bank took pride in its customer-oriented outlook and its well-motivated and highly-trained workforce which provided fast, efficient and friendly service. Seasoned bankers with varied individual skills made up the professional bank's senior management. Under the stewardship of prominent Filipino-Chinese...
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Any lingering doubts trainer Mick Price had about Tarzino not handling the clockwise direction have been erased in emphatic fashion in the Rosehill Guineas.
The Victoria Derby-winning colt stamped his authority on Saturday's Group One race early when Craig Newitt put his mount in a handy position out of the barriers.
As I'm Belucci ($41) assumed the lead, Newitt kept the $3.10 favourite in touch and ready to pounce.
VRC Oaks winner Jameka ($8) strode to the lead in the straight but the staying powers of Tarzino kicked in and cruised past her with Montaigne ($6.50) chasing on the inside.
In the end Tarzino was a comfortable 1-3/4 length winner over Montaigne who edged Jameka out of second by a long head.
"It's his first time in Sydney and there's always a doubt," Price said.
"I thought it might have been a bit of a bogey day for him.
"But he showed what a really good stayer he is.
"If he goes to the Derby in good order they won't beat him."
Newitt agreed, saying the colt could only improve over the 2400 metres of the ATC Australian Derby on April 2.
"When he gets to the Derby distance he will be even better," he said.
"He is an out-and-out stayer and fast becoming one of the best horses I've ever ridden."
Tarzino has consolidated his position as the Derby favourite at $1.90 ahead of Friday night's Alister Clark Stakes winner Tally at $6.
Jameka is at $8 and Montaigne $11 with trainer Anthony Cummings and jockey Blake Shinn believing he too can only improve.
"I think with a more even speed over 2400 metres he will be better suited," Cummings said.
"He's got a better finish apart from at least one horse there today.
"We are in the game."
Jameka's trainer Ciaron Maher has not ruled out the filly running against the colts and geldings in the Derby.
"We had the favours in the Vase at Moonee Valley when she beat Tarzino and he had the favours today," he said.
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TD Banknorth Launches New Loan Program for New York Businesses
Glens Falls, NY – July 12, 2006 —TD Banknorth New York, a division of TD Banknorth, N.A., announced that it has partnered with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Small Business Development Center, University at Albany (SBDC, UA) to offer the SBA CommunityExpress Loan program to New York businesses.
TD Banknorth is among the first to launch the program in our community. The loans offer small businesses in low- to moderate-income areas and/or women-owned, veteran-owned and minority-owned businesses the opportunity to obtain financing, with the bonus of free technical and management assistance. In New York the business assistance services will be provided by the SBDC, UA.
"TD Banknorth is proud to expand our support of New York's business community through the SBA CommunityExpress program," said Daniel J. Burke, president of TD Banknorth New York. "With the combination of low-cost financing and free business counseling, CommunityExpress loans are designed to help small businesses increase their chances of success. We encourage New York small businesses, especially those owned by women, veterans and minorities, to apply."
SBA loans, which are guaranteed by the SBA, help banks lend to small businesses that might not otherwise qualify for a loan. Under the SBA CommunityExpress program, New York small businesses will have access to term loans or lines of credit up to $250,000 provided by TD Banknorth. Business owners approved for the loan will receive ongoing technical assistance from SBDC, UA.
"TD Banknorth has always been a progressive partner with the SBDC, UA and its clients. This agreement provides greater opportunity to the underserved business community. We must continue to implement these types of programs to assist women, minority owned, and veteran businesses, especially for our Veteran heroes returning from Iraq", said Bill Brigham, Director, Small Business Development Center, University At Albany.
"This is great news for entrepreneurs in Upstate New York. TD Banknorth is to be applauded for it's commitment to helping local small businesses which play such a huge role in providing jobs in our communities," said Bernard J. Paprocki, SBA District Director].
TD Banknorth, which is an SBA Preferred Lender, works in partnership with small business clients and supports them with loan decisions that are made locally.
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TD Banknorth New York operates more than 25 branches and more than 30 ATMs in upstate New York. A division of TD Banknorth, N.A., TD Banknorth New York is among the leading community banks in its area and provides more than 89,000 upstate New York households with a full line of retail banking products and services including commercial and consumer products, trust and investment services, commercial and personal insurance and residential mortgages. The branches of TD Banknorth have served their customers and communities in New York for more than 150 years and are recognized for a commitment to personalized service, long-term customer relationships, local decision-making, and community involvement. For more information visit www.TDBanknorth.com.
About the Small Business Development Center
The Small Business Development Center, University at Albany (SBDC, UA) provides no cost one-on-one confidential counseling, research, and training to startup and existing small businesses. The SBDC, UA places emphasis on providing needed services to manufacturers, women, veterans, minority, and physically challenged individuals, or on business impacting distressed and targeted areas. Since inception in 1984, the SBDC, UA has provided business assistance to 15,209 entrepreneurs with 130,984 one-on-one counseling hours. These efforts helped accessed $165,626,693 in local economic investment and 7,424 jobs were saved or created during the period. During the last year, the SBDC, UA has worked with 1008 entrepreneurs, provided 5,185 counseling hours, saved or created 497 jobs, and helped access $19,618,989 in local economic investment.
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Dollar holders snap-up French Alpine ski properties
Wealthy lifestyle investors from the USA, Middle East and Asia, are buying more luxury French Alpine real estate, says ski property specialist Skiingproperty.com.
High-end resorts in the French Alps, including Méribel, Courchevel, Morzine, Chamonix, Val d'Isère and Megève, have been especially attractive to buyers with dollars and other currencies that have risen against the euro. The US dollar has gained more than 20% against the euro during the past two years.
Julian Walker, Director at Skiingproperty.com, says, "For expats in international business hot spots such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong and Singapore, who typically are remunerated or have assets in dollars, investing in the French Alps could make a lot of sense right now.
"The same stands for nationals of other rich Gulf states. Their buying power is the best it has been in more than a decade, not forgetting how the current long-term value of French mortgages, with rates still hovering around record lows, also can be used to their advantage. Ski homes can be the perfect hands-off investment for expats, delivering real lifestyle benefits, both in the summer and winter, while providing them with a European asset."
Unsettled political conditions on both sides of the Atlantic are also driving investors to more established and proven real estate markets. In the USA, President Trump's election has ignited interest in European markets, including the French Alps, amongst Americans unsure about investing in their own country, asys Mr Walker.
Meanwhile, the UK's departure from the European Union is encouraging international investors to diversify their portfolios to include property assets within countries remaining in the EU, including France.
"Looking closer, especially in demand with affluent buyers are new-build chalets" Mr Walker explains. "In top resorts, building plots in prime spots are in diminishing supply, helping to maintain values. And those that opt for a luxury apartment in a leaseback residence could also benefit from the 20 per cent VAT rebate. In addition, a number of top-flight resorts have upped their game through infrastructure investments. Courchevel, for instance, opened a £50-million water park last year, while Chamonix is in the process of a €477-million lift upgrade."
Skiingproperty.com is marketing four off-plan luxury chalets, shown in our main image, close to the slopes in one of Méribel's most sought-after areas, along the Route des Chalets. Priced from €3.55million to €8.85million, depending on size, delivery is scheduled for the second quarter 2018. Built to a very high standard and with numerous architectural features, they will also include spas and swimming pools.


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Now, and all would be well with Berande. Sheldon lay in the steamer-chair and watched the Jessie's whaleboat pull in for the beach. He wondered why only three sweeps were pulling, and he wondered still more when, beached, there was so much delay in getting out of the boat. Then he understood. The three blacks who had been pulling started up the beach with a stretcher on their shoulders. A white man, whom he recognized as the Jessie's captain, walked in front and opened the gate, then dropped behind to close it.
Sheldon knew that it was Hughie Drummond who lay in the stretcher, and a mist came before his eyes. He felt an overwhelming desire to die. The door bells disappointment was too great. In his own state of terrible weakness he felt that it was impossible to go on with his task of holding Berande plantation tight-gripped in his fist. Then the will of him flamed up again, and he directed the blacks to lay the stretcher beside him on the floor.
Hughie Drummond, whom he had last seen in health, was an emaciated skeleton. His closed eyes were deep-sunken. The shrivelled lips had fallen away from the teeth, and the cheek-bones seemed bursting through the skin. Sheldon sent a house-boy for his thermometer and glanced questioningly at the captain. Black-water fever, the said. He's been like this for six video door systems
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Wedding Services from CMcK
Clare McKinney is an award winning make up artist with vast experience of weddings, photoshoots and tv commercials.
Please take an extra minute to have a look at the extensive treatments the salon provides.
Clares work can be regularly seen in the Ulster Tatler, Ulster Bride and most recently in the Sliderobes TV advert currently being aired on UTV. She has also trained and worked in London. Clare has worked alongside the best hairdressers in Northern Ireland to provide brides with that highly professional and polished look for your day.
You can visit Clare or one of her team in the salon or they can come to you to ease the stress of your special day.
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I remember the movie Shaft! I was around 12 when it came out. Richard Roundtree was I believe a model before he became famous portraying John Shaft.
Mural of Shaft, Tib Street substation, Manchester, January 2017
In late 2016, BFI explored the history and celebrated the talents of black stars in tv and film.
The Sheffield born and bred street artist, Pawski, has highlighted the American actor Richard Roundtree. This black star first achieved fame for his portrayal of the private detective John Shaft in the 1971 film Shaft.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 20 February 2017
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Jonah Goldberg was right on target when he stated, "Ironic rot is sinking into the foundation of our political system," in his commentary, "When satire descends into mockery" (Sept. 30). But he was way off base when he attributed it to Stephen Colbert's testimony before Congress.
The foundation of ironic rot has been well established already by members of Congress who claim to be "public servants" with only the best interest of the public as their priority, while their attention is actually bestowed to the special interest who fill their coffers so they can get re-elected.
Mr. Goldberg seems to not get it himself when he states, "He (Mr. Colbert) pretends to be what many liberals claim Bill O'Reilly is. That's the joke, get it?" This statement seems to imply (although Mr. Goldberg would obviously deny it) that Mr. Colbert is somehow less patriotic then Mr. O'Reilly.


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Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Baby Joy!
An angel arrived on Monday, February 28, at 6:41pm. He weighs 8 pounds, 8 ounces and he measures 21 inches long! He is soooo sweet! Jackie and Brandon are on Cloud 9! He's starting to nurse and is more awake. Not sure when he'll be home- Jackie had a rough delivery and may stay an extra day at the hospital! I can't wait 'till he's home so grandma can help Jackie and snuggle with Mason Jeffrey! Congrats to all!
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Do you have to plan an important event? If you feel that you are not up to this task, you should consider getting help from a good event planning service in the Sydney area. There are plenty of event management companies to choose from and you should easily be able to find a service that can plan the event you had in mind.
Below are some factors you need to consider in order to be properly informed on how to find the right event company in your local area.
Considerable Experience
The best event management companies have usually been in the business for decades, during which they have amassed a substantial amount of experience, which is a telltale sign that a particular company is worthy of your consideration and can be fully entrusted with your event. Although startup companies may be brimming with fresh and innovative ideas, a well-established event planner will give you that extra boost of confidence associated with the " been there, done that" concept. In addition, highly experienced companies also have the right connections in the industry, especially with the top suppliers and other key partners. When you are aiming high in terms of the venue, these pros can open doors to selected private clubs and top trade centers which otherwise would be inaccessible to you.
High Success Rates
Most event management companies are visible in the online medium, either through their own websites or client testimonials posted on specialized business review sites. Since they are proud of their past successes, various event planners will also publish successful case studies which you can consult online and get a general idea about the potential compatibility with the nature and vision of your upcoming event. Next, you can contact them for useful references that you should preferably check in order to learn more about the actual satisfaction of past customers. A company s high success rate often goes hand-in-hand with a vast array of skills (communication, creative, organisational, logistical, financial, administrative, negotiation skills to name a few) in all the key aspects of an event and well as with expertise in handling a large variety of event types. More importantly, make sure a particular company has previously organized events similar in nature with yours and they have turned out successful.
The best companies are well-known and respected in their local area of activity and some even on a national level, thanks to their large number of satisfied clients. You can learn more about their reputation either through word-of-mouth, from people who have used their services in the past or by consulting their websites and other online sources. In some countries, various certifications awarded by specialized associations also pinpoint to the reputation and professionalism of different event planners, thus attesting to their reliability in organizing your event successfully. Reputable companies with strong work ethics also boast the best network of contacts (caterers, hotels, entertainers) which ensures that your attendees will benefit from top-quality services and your event will get the maximum exposure through optimum media coverage.
Creativity, Dynamic Thinking and Innovative Vision
The top companies are highly creative, intrepid and visionary in their approach of each event. Although creative, groundbreaking and unique ideas are a must in the event industry in order to be able to deliver one-of-a-kind and captivating events, their proper implementation is equally important. The right professionals should be able to think a few steps ahead, to anticipate all kinds of unexpected issues and unpleasant situations and handle them with professionalism in real time, so that it can follow its course as planned. Dynamic and visionary thinking can make the difference between the success and failure of your event. For instance, the top planners will make sure the entertainment and transport providers have in place a suitable public liability insurance, so that you can be fully covered in case any potential accidents occur during your event.
Optimum Budget Management and Advanced Technology
Good professionals are able to manage optimally your budget for the event, while the best companies have the necessary business relationships with key partners that allows them to negotiate the top rates in the event industry and thus save you valuable money. In addition, the top organizers have the necessary skills and knowledge that render them experts in terms of the ability to leverage the latest and most advanced technology for improved results.
You may want to start looking for the right event management company to hire 3 to 6 months prior to the scheduled date of your event, especially when you want to hold a large scale event. Proper communication between you and your event partner is pivotal for the complete success of your event. This is why when you are considering a certain company as your potential event partner, always set up an appointment in order to make sure mutual communication runs in a timely and efficient manner, another telltale sign that this company is the right choice for you. In addition, the top event planners are pro-active in terms of your ideas and proposals.
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For the past six months, I lived a meaningless life….the same routine every day after the accident that ripe out my soul off my body. The image is still playing clearly like a film inside my head. We were both in a car, heading home after enjoying ourselves at the theme park. It was a week after the end of school. He was driving calmly. I glanced at the dashboard, it was 11 p.m. suddenly, a bright light flashed from nowhere straight into our eyes. We could see nothing except the light. He lost control on the car. He swerved to the right….and it happened. I can still hear the screaming tires and the busting glass. I turned to him….he hardly breathing. I reached for him…. I held him tight… I kissed him…our last kiss…. I lost my lost my love, my life that night….
But, something happened this morning. I was walking with a bunch of friends, heading to the lecture hall. This was the moment that I saw him. He's no other extraordinary boys. He's just a boy, a common boy. But, seeing him made me turn twice. Everything about him makes me want to take not only second, but third, fourth, no….as many glance as I can. At the moment, I felt like my heart was strike, maybe by lightning. Oh man….how can I handle this?? I'm actually late for class, so I just walked passed him, take a last glance and walk away. Well, maybe it's nothing.
It's 2 am in the morning. I tried to sleep, but I can't. what's wrong with me? I can't think of anything, except one thing….the boy! From the moment I saw him, I can't help myself from thinking about him. What's with that boy? I couldn't think of anything special about him….but I can't stop thinking about him. The way he walks, the way he dressed, the way he smiles, the way he do his hair….everything!! Aaaahhhhhh…. I've felt this kind of feeling once, but it faded not long ago….and now I'm having this kind of feeling one more time…. I felt in love….
I've always looking forward to see him. Everywhere I go, my eyes kept searching for him. Sometimes I saw him….sometimes I don't. Every time I saw him, I'm so excited…. I'm on top of the world….and if I don't, I just kept searching and hoping to find him. My heart was shining again…. I got a new spirit…. I ran my daily life with a new hope. Day by day, I started to know him. Little by little, I learned something about him. I knew his name, from which class he is, I even got his photos….but something for sure, he doesn't even jnow that I'm exist….that I'm here, watching him….he doesn't even know….because I'm just watching him from a distance….that's the truth….
"It's hard to wait around for something you know might never happen, but it's even harder to give up especially when it's everything you ever wanted"….this quote suits me well. I want him that much….but I know it's impossible. Sometimes I feel like giving up, and move on….but I can't…. I just can't. The more I pushed, some more I'm pulling back towards him. Sometimes I feel like walking straight towards him and confess. But I don't have the strength….the spirit to do so. What am I gonna do?? God….help me….
It's a big night tonight. There will be show and anyone can join it. What made it big is he'll be playing tonight. I just can't wait to watch him.
to be continued....
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Bob Wood Upper Limb Course
We still have a few places for our one day Upper Limb course with the wonderful Bob Wood this June 9th, for more information email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 01273 911212 or download an application form below.
Neurofit for Therapists 2017
We have finished the latest Neurofit for Therapists course, which was a great success. We have two new courses happening this year: upper limb functional training with Bob Wood and a Neurofit for therapist course featuring the whole Neurofit team this Autumn 2017 (date and venue to be confirmed).
For more information please contact The Clinic: tel. 01273 835338 firstname.lastname@example.com
The Clinic to Paris Fun Run
On Saturday 17th of September The Clinic goers, friends and family set upon a huge challenge to run, walk and push the distance from Hove to Paris - an epic 175 miles. It was perfect weather at Hove Rec on the day and over 55 people participated at Hove Rec and from home, smashing our target distance and managing 359 miles and rising well over our goal of £500 which now stands at £2667.17!
Well done to all involved, we salute you
Nikki and Team
Training has begun for our 2016 Fundraiser
This September The Clinic is holding a charity event where we will walk, push and run the distance from Brighton to Paris to raise funds for the National Hospital.
You can sponsor us at our Just Giving page here
To take part please email firstname.lastname@example.com or phone 01273 835338 for an application form, it can be done as an individual or a team. We need lots of Clinic goers and Neurofitter's to get involved!
Neurofit For Therapists
The first weekend of Neurofit is completed and a lot of adaptations will be occurring! Great weekend with the Fantastic Bob Wood.
For more information on Neurofit email firstname.lastname@example.com
Saebo Workshop
The workshop was brilliant and we had ten hands and gloves fitted with exercise programmes designed for all participants. Great work by all involved! If you or anyone you know wants to have a trial with the Saebo Glove or Saebo Flex give us a shout!
Upper Limb Strength Group
We had lots of fun, games and hard work at the Upper Limb group.
We started with a 'back to school' warm up;a game of Piggy in the Middle. This is great for hand eye co-ordintion with encouragement to stretch and reach in all directions.
This was followed by a hard 'core' work out in kneeling combining reaching, rotating and rowing and ending in a competition to gather as many balls as possible.
And finally in true movie style we recreated a scene from 'Game of Thrown's'; hand to hand combat action with wooden poles while trying to avoid deadly missiles thrown at top speed.
Duncan Harrap's Journey
Duncan on his remarkable journey from stroke bed to personal trainer. He lead his first Parkinson's fitness group on Friday 5th of February. Have a look at his Well Fit Personal Training page here
Paratri 2016 - We're in Training & The Teams are Signing Up!
Here at The Clinic we have been training hard in preparation for Paratri 2016! If your interested in the event or if any other Neurofit clinics fancy some friendly competition get it touch! You can find out more about the event on their website www.paratri.com
Paratri 2015
Paratri 2015 saw The Clinic's Neurofitters take to their bikes, jump in the water and don their running shoes to raise money for the ultimate fitness challenge. After months of training the team did fantastically well in the day and raised over £1800.
Paratri has 7 different events, encouraging anyone to push themselves within their ability. Friends, family and colleagues can also get involved to show support with ages running from 9 years upwards. "Paratri isn't (just) about finishing first but making that exhilarating leap from spectator to participator".
We are currently recruiting our Paratri 2016 team and are aiming to take 10 groups of 3 to the event. For more information on the event take a look at their website here
Sports Relief 2014
In 2014 our Neurofit team completed the Sports Relief Mile. A mile for many wouldn't be a challenge, but if you have been told you may not walk again this feels like a marathon. The team trained extremely hard for the event and manage to raise a enormous £2000 in the process
Edinburgh Marathon 2009
We took four teams to the Edinburgh Marathon in 2009 and raised a fantastic £12,000 for charity. We returned two years later bringing the total raised up to a £16,000. Friends, family, therapists and Neurofit patients challenged themselves to undertake this enormous test, many continuing to run marathons and joining us in this years Paratri.
We went to Edinburgh as a group and stayed two nights in a lovely hotel, with a great celebration meal after the event. There was a real sense of achievement not just for completing the run and raising the money for charity, but also for those who overcame adversity, pushing themselves to their limit to complete this epic challenge.


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Just head on over HERE to this button to score your freebies at Vista Print. Their shipping is minimal and if you choose the slowest which is around 21 days, that will run you around $10. I will say that I have never had an order take that long and that my products are usually in under a week. How awesome is that!! This is the perfect opportunity to go ahead and stock up for 2011 on all of your stationary goods as well as some really "Awesome" holiday cards for FREE!
The ordering process is simple...just start HERE and make your selections. After that you will need to register for your purchase shipping and your done....that's it ....Vista Print makes it so easy to pick, design and order. Don't wait toooooo long because the holidays are soon going to be upon us!
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It is undeniable that it would be hard to be keeping track on the latest changing trends every season, especially as a student myself it would be extra busy if I were to keep my eyes on the updates all the time.
Then again, you don't wish to go "out of style" because even when you are in uni, you want to look great as well right? When others are dressed up stylishly, you need to find a way to stay in trend and never miss the styles which are in every year.
As we are approaching a new year in less than a month or so (wow, time flies!), we'll be going through a new trend setting in again! As a typical girl would do, flipping through fashion magazines whenever you see free ones available at a newspaper stands or hair saloon. At least that's what I would do! Just that sometimes, whenever you flip through a fashion magazine it's a little bit hard for you to know which that matches your style and still stays in trend.
What I have discovered, an even better way to know the latest trend would be browsing through this fashion trend guide for women here from ZALORA. ZALORA is one of the popular fashion websites in Malaysia and also, they offer a variety of the latest fashion trends ongoing, not only just women but also men's clothings too!
Once you are on ZALORA's home page and here's what you will see. ZALORA brings in new brands from local and international fashion scene, it is an awesome way to not only learn about new style but also brings you to more exposure on the latest fashion items.
ZALORA is an ideal, the fastest source of fashion info page to know about the latest fashion and also read honest reviews from other people. Take your time to read through them and you'll see how you should never go out of style :)


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Monday Breakfast Blend presents:
Just wanted to say thank you to all the hard-working volunteers at WRIR that make this station possible, and for throwing a huge party on Friday. It was great to see a bunch of folks I don't see often, and simultaneously awesome/embarrassing to be given the Volunteer of the Year award. I spent the rest of the weekend getting caught up on the kind of stuff that earned me the recognition — persnickety librarian metadata cleanup and organization of the new digital albums sent to the station. This also means I have new tunes to share with you this morning!
Get updates and previews by liking this show on Facebook. Listen to the show again in the archive player for the next two weeks.
Anna C. 7 February 5th, 2018
Posted In: Music Shows
Tags: Girlpool, Kenneka Cook
Top 30 new albums for week ending Nov 24 presents:
To make it on the list, an album must be released in the past year. Local bands and albums played by more than one DJ are given priority in the rankings.
Below the chart is a list of new albums added to the music library once that information has been compiled. Check back later if it's not there yet
Anna C. 7 November 25th, 2017
Posted In: Charts
Tags: Angel Olsen, Girlpool, Nick Heyward, Ought, Sharon Jones, The Dap-Kings
Top 30 new albums for week ending August 4th presents:
Anna C. 7 August 5th, 2017
Posted In: Charts
Tags: Chastity Belt, Chicago Afrobeat Project, Girlpool, Japanese Breakfast, Stephanie, Tony Allen
Top 30 new albums for week ending May 26th presents:
Anna C. 7 May 27th, 2017
Posted In: Charts
Tags: Courtney Barnett, Girlpool, Juana Molina, Los Straitjackets, The Mountain Goats


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Southwest Florida relishes in the migration of Swallow-tailed kites from South America. They come to this area to breed around February-March and by the end of summer (August-September) head back. They are a bird of prey with a forked tail that is easy to distinguish. They appear to be suspended motionless in the air and glide, roll and occasionally flap their wings.
They nest in tall trees in the open woodlands and prefer tall trees (pine or cypress). The diet on flying insects, frogs, lizards and other birds. Typically two eggs are laid with the female staying with them up into the first three weeks of hatching and then will take turns with the male seeking food and bringing it back for their young. The young take flight in about 5 to 6 weeks following their birth.
We have seen several of these magnificent raptors, remember to look up!
Sunsets in southwest Florida are fantastic and something to behold…. on the M/V River Queen, we enjoy the leisurely ride along the Caloosahatchee, admiring nature, enjoying a story or two. Recently, a nice group of folks joined us for a Saturday evening trip, they brought their own beverages on board and we surprised them with a few items to munch on. The sunset as you can see in the photo's didn't disappoint and the birds flocked to the mangrove island and provided a spectacular show as well. If you'd like to join us, give us a call, 239-693-1434.
The Captain and I delight in sharing the knowledge we have obtained over the years about the Manatee, southwest Florida, the Caloosahatchee and Orange Rivers. What makes us unique as a tour boat business is the importance we place on providing an education to our guests, and of course, seeing a manatee as they migrate here when the water temperature turns colder in the Gulf of Mexico is neat too! We never know what we are going to see or experience on our trips which makes it even more fun!
This year, we have added additional crew members to help provide the education. Two are current students at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) and have an enthusiasm to share. Our third new crew member is also formerly with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and he too is excited to share his knowledge! We are working on ways to enhance the ECO TOURS that are offered once the manatee move out of the area. So check back with us as our curricula grows!
The weather has warmed up significantly over the past few days… and most people visiting southwest Florida are really happy about that! I love the sunshine and warmth myself.. however, the double-edged sword is when you operate a "MANATEE" tour business… and the manatee have moved out of the area… it is disappointing for us and for YOU our guests. 🙁 Good for the manatee, to have a food source to rely on in Pine Island Sound… sad for us because our tours operate in/around the Caloosahatchee and Orange River. So if anyone hears me say I'm praying for cold temperatures at night and for the Gulf waters to drop and stay below 70 degrees… you'll understand why!!
As the water temperature in the Gulf of Mexico cools to below 70 degrees, the manatees start to move into warmer waters. It is still early in the season, however, we are seeing manatees!! And they are so sweet. Little noses come up to the surface, nostrils open and they take a deep breath and then go about their merry way. On Christmas Day, 2017, Captain John and I took the day off from touring and headed out in his personal vessel along with our two dogs, "Bella" and "Tiller" (Labradoodles). And where did we go? In search of manatees of course! A very lovely day, relaxing and full of positive experiences with these gentle giants. Tours are underway again and observations were plentiful. Although we don't have hundreds in the waterway yet… we are enjoying those we see! Come join us.
-Kathy Cookman
If you've been out with us before, you probably remember the parking lot near the bathrooms. This is an aerial view of "SOME" of the construction that has been going on at Sweetwater Landing Marina! Progress is being made despite the rainy season, hurricane Irma, etc. We are excited to have the M/V River Queen back in the water and ready to resume river tours! Right now the water is still pretty warm and a "few" manatee's have been seen in the Orange River. We will be offering Eco River Tours after Thanksgiving and as the Gulf of Mexico waters cool to below 70 degrees and the outside air temperature begins to drop, the manatee's will migrate into the area and Manatee Tours will begin! In the meantime, check out a few of the pictures showing the changes! We are really excited for Brandon and the crew at Sweetwater as well as our guests who join us for excursions. The new parking lot is scheduled to be paved on November 20, 2017 making parking available soon.


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