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Kai'ckul, The Age of Wardens
"Our world has many names, varied and true to its history of flux. The Sandbox. Kujel. Edin. G'Xxa. Arth. Those a mere sliver, the most widespread of monikers.
Yet, one name has stuck, used even by the most ardent deniers. Even for them, it has remained: whispering in their minds, a subtle parenthetical of undying truth, as they think about the lands that sustain and eventually reclaim them. It's a name that cries to the origins, the oldest known times and the First Age: Creation, or The Age of Wyrms.
From the very womb of the world came forth the Wyrms. Born from the innermost fires, they were products of the very bones of this world, pressure-crafted, each with a pocket of their mother deep within them.
Yet they — like all children — were of their parent, but a kaleidoscope of her many facets. True to progeny, they were jealous of each other; simultaneously protective and possessive of their mother. They clawed for purchase on her skin, battling each other to be the true favorite, the inheritor of all she had to offer. The highest stakes; it was a ferocious, violent struggle. And with those stakes came the highest of prices to the very one they fought for: their talons cleft ridges, fjords and river beds; their wings beat powerful storms into existence, swirling the airs into currents that to this day caress our faces and burden us with disaster; their breath scorched the Scorched Reaches and froze the Soundless Brink; their vainglorious efforts broke mountain ranges and flattened plains, and when they called for a verdict from their ever watchful mother, the one who must be proud, their worthiness proved, they heard nothing.
They had broken their mother. For some, silence was a sign: the victor had not been decided. Others despaired at their solitude. Only their brothers and sisters could offer company, and those bonds had been long broken and utterly irreparable. Then came: The Passing Down, or Age of Fathers.
Taking guidance from their lost mother – using their very bodies for materiel – new life was brought forth. For myriad reasons, our forebears populated the world, crafting armies to subdue their fraternal competition or gifts, an honorarium to their mother: Us. Blinking awareness, they whispered her name: Kai'ckul.
Though we came from many fathers, we had the same mission. We were to be the children of Kai'ckul, their mother. We were the ones to set things right. We were to be as they were originally intended: ones who could cleanse and heal, or at least forge a the bond that they regret severing. But, just like our parents, we were — and are — brilliantly varied and blind to our intended purpose. Yes, homes were etched and stretched into the countryside. Our beacon began to shine a light of hope; some refinement occurred in our generation: selfishness was not ubiquitous. But we still were imperfect and that failing mocked our Fathers, Kai'ckul, and each other.
Bloodshed began between peoples. Some conflicts ushered by our Draconian progenitors, others by self-styled necessity or greed. And from the first moments where the children fought, our dead and dying watered Kai'ckul. We may not have been wanted gifts to our World-Mother, but we gave ourselves as offerings to replenish and repair her.
We turned out to be as unpredictable and uncontrollable as they had always been, and they turned their backs on us in frustration, vanishing. Without them, we were left to find our own way: Before, or the Age of Heroes.
Abandoned as they had been, we raged, and we knew one thing with intimate knowledge. Wars, battles, and death ensued. We clamored against each other, filling the absence so we didn't have to recognize it. What had been the light of our Creation dimmed into grey, a color that threatened darker with each passing moment. Darkness would enveloped everything, insinuating itself from the ravaged countryside into every aspect of daily life. Our tantrum would be the end of us all.
Then out of the grey, Perius, Highest of the High, the Elendil's Kin-Commander, came forth under a white banner, risking himself, his Inner Council, and all of Elvenkind should they be lost to senselessness. He came to the Men and together, the two peoples began The Codification. United by ideals which inspired hopes rather than fears, their communion spread to the other children. Many envoys were slaughtered, either as others balked at the ideals that scared them, or before they could reveal their true purpose. Yet, some listened, and bonded over the ideals superior to the chaos of roving bands, hordes, and tribes, to the ideals of civilization. Kingdoms would be created, a peoples led by Kings and entrusted by their kin. They would build, rather than destroy.
Thus, Enightenment was brought forth upon the continent of Kai'ckul as peoples came together for the first time. Ideas spread, but most important of all, these Kingdoms brought their collective strength and focus on each of the Lost — those who had turned away. As the strength of the Kingdoms bore down on the Lost and they died, and they ran. They broke, seeking refuge with their Fathers who had abandoned them. With core-shaken fear, they surged to the fringes of the world, finding nothing. Backed to a corner, they broke again, this time for the safety of Kai'ckul itself. Having no options, their tenacity tore through us, but the ones who suffered most were the Dwarvenkin, trying to protect their mountain homes from the Lost as they invaded, seeking the womb within.
The Lost died and disappeared into the darkness they embraced, the darkness that nurtured them. Everything became calm, the black had been beaten back. Enlightenment and community was proven victorious. But still our World-Mother remained silent. Yet, we were relieved, and with a collective sigh of relief, we gave way for Now, or The Age of Wardens.
The Kingdoms were far from Utopian, and personalities bristled in the absence of an enemy. Angered by the genocide in the Exodus of the Lost, the remaining Clans of Dwarvenkin lashed out for reparations. Ancient holdings were uninhabitable, for fear of a return of the Lost, but also due to the sheer impropriety to live where so many had been slaughtered.
Perius, in his last days, gave them some solace: "Fear the mountains? Come to the hills. Fear their return? We shall defend you, and all of Kai'ckul."
Thus, he established the Wardens, an army that stood without the parameters of Kings and politics, entrusted with those cavernous holdings where the Lost had disappeared. They would stand watch, and should the unlikely occur, they would protect us all from their barbaric return. Comprised mainly of Elves – but Men, too, probably due to their fraternity, as well as their original admiration and imitation of the Perius as Savior – the Wardens have defended those dusty, silent halls for generations. The Lost have not returned. Many feel their efforts are wasted, and some have even forgotten the existence of the Wardens entirely. Yet, they remain as sentries in the farther reaches of Kai'ckul.
Meanwhile, Pax Omnia has remained since the time of the first Wardens. Nary a battle has been fought between the Kingdoms and Clans. In fact, time has crafted an interesting peace between peoples – Pax Omnia is less from enforcement than disinterest.
Halflings have spread across the world in a diaspora, preferring to take up the joys of gustatory perfection and a mercantile middle-class than to the mundane rules and regulations.
Gnomes were discovered on the Dragon's Pebbles only a few generations ago and content themselves to living side by side with Men and Elves, delighting in edification and teaching more often than not.
Men have taken the mantle of bringers of peace from Perius, as Elves believe such was only in a time of dire need, and have begun expanding and colonizing from their borders outward, in a manifest destiny.
Elves remain bound to their duties as Wardens and presence on the Council of the Code, but see no reason to affect unneeded change on an already beleaguered world. Similarly introverted, the Clans of Dwarvenkin live by their word from The Codification, but see the Expansion of Men as prideful – and reminiscent of the attitudes of Before – and the other races as unaffected and disrespectful of the cost for their happiness."
— Excerpt from Balabar Mocklaw's "Abbreviated History of Kai'ckul"


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Culture-Bound Syndromes
A man seated upon the sun-baked ground twitches. He has been still for several minutes, eyes glazed, both arms hanging loosely at his sides. A moment later he twitches again and suddenly begins to convulse. While writhing in the hot dirt, he begins to mumble, then scream, grasping at the air, seeking what is not there. Those that gather around him watch and wait. No one comes to his aid, but all sit intently, listening and watching. Apparent to anyone within the realm of the Western Hemisphere would be the clear presence of some untreated and dangerous neurological deficiency. Yet, within Taiwanese culture where such an occurrence, known as hsieh-ping, is a commonality, this physically and mentally debilitating affliction would be recognized as having a far different causation: possession by an ancestral spirit. If this individual had been admitted into an American medical facility, he would have been misdiagnosed even if all his ailments had been remedied. This contradiction would be due to the fact that hsieh-ping is a culture-bound syndrome, implying that, albeit biologically identifiable as a sickness, the interpretation, understanding, and treatment of such would be culture specific.
What follows are several regional examples illustrating these psychiatric and somatic phenomena:
Hmong Sudden Death Syndrome (Laos): Seen most commonly within refugee populations, victims of this disorder suffer –while sleeping- a sense of panic, paralysis, chest pressure, and further disturbing sensations. This intense psychological stress often induces sudden death from unidentifiable reasons.
Since 1993, 150 cases of this sudden death have been recorded on American soil.
For further information on the Hmong Sudden Death Syndrome, look to Readings in Ethnic Psychology by Pamela Balls Organista, Kevin M.Chun, and Gerardo Marin.
Kuru (New Guinea): This degenerative neurological disorder, with symptoms similar to mad cow disease, is caused through the practice of cannibalism, which was practice in the region until it became officially banned in the early 1960s. Any cannibalism occurred purely within the context of funerary rituals, wherein women, who prepared the bodies of the dead, partook of small portions of the deceased's brain, which often contained an infectious protein, subsequently leading to arm and leg pain, coordination problems, headaches, swallowing difficulties, tremors, and eventual death.
For further information on Kuru, look to Laughing Death: The Untold Story of Kuru by Vincent Zigas.
Anorexia nervosa (North America, Western Hemisphere): A psychological illness associated with weight obsession, anorexia is an oftentimes incurable practice of severe restriction of food. Almost all individuals who are diagnosed with this condition are young females, most of whom are Caucasian and of higher socioeconomic status. Symptoms of anorexia include, but are not limited to, drastic weight loss, depression, social withdrawal, impaired organ functions fatigue, loss of attention, irritability, and death. Treatment of anorexia may include outpatient treatment directed towards gradual weight gain and psychological therapy.
For more information on Anorexia nervosa, look to Anorexia nervosa: When food is the enemy by Erica Smith, 100 Questions & Answers about Anorexia Nervosa by Sari Fine Shepphird, and Anorexia nervosa: a multidimensional perspective by Paul E. Garkinfel and David M. Garner.
Windigo Psychosis (Native American): In Algonquian culture, the windigo is a cannibalistic entity with a heart made of ice that possesses individuals. Those who succumb to this malevolent spirit, generally in the winter months, are then diagnosed as having windigo psychosis, which causes the victim to crave human flesh and suffer from symptoms such as depression, nausea, distaste of ordinary food, and states of disconnectedness. The only treatments available are in the hands of traditional healers.
For further information on windigo psychosis, look to http://chrishibbard.wordpress.com/2008/10/31/the-windigo-psychosis/, and Revenge of the Windigo by James Burgess Waldram.For further information on culture-syndromes as a whole, look to The Culture-bound syndromes: folk illness of psychiatric and anthropological interests by Ronald C. Simons.
Copyright Lilith Eden 2011. All Rights Reserved.
Interesting, yes, odd, yes, true, must be. Now you have me curious what has to take place for an affliction to receive a classification as a disease or illness - how many documented cases, length of existence, etc. Very curious view upon health / wellness I hadn't thought of. thanks!
Hah! Told ya!
Hiya lilith...
Ya know, I can't help wonder where the hell all these killer afflictions came from in the first place. There must be hundreds and hundreds of them globaly. Was God thoughtful enough to create them for us in the beginning?
Next time around, if I have more children, I'll have to remember to include a few killer desieses in their adolescent enviornment just to be creativily correct I suppose.
I would also suggest that many of these so called cultural afflictions are not cultural at all but enviornmental that simply cause an onset because a particular culture exists where the affliction exists. Granted, many afflictions are directally related to cultural practices such as Kuru you mentioned above..
And these are the people and the cultures, we of the modern world should not interfear with so they say. No Mam, I still don't think so. What's so prescious about a culture anyway? They come and go with the wind. Humanity is what we should be concerned with not some jungle life style so isolated that it's inhabitants have no knowledge of the outside world let alone a chance in hell of progressing with the rest of humanity. Give any one of them a net connected Ipad and ask them a week later if they would wish to continue living in a jungle or would they prefer a Miami Beach condo with all the other cultural ammenities that go with it.
I got an idea for your next hub..."How to make really really pretty cupcakes". Geez.........I know,I know, Look what's talking...Mr. doom and gloom himself. Well hell lady...Old farts are supposed to be like that. Your young and pretty, lighten up and write at least one frivolity, something flamboyant, colorful, and petty. Bet you can't!
Very interesting! Have you read "The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down"? It is about a Hmong girl living in the US who appears to have epilepsy and the clash between the Hmong culture and American medical practice. I think you would enjoy it.
Welcome to HUB writing. I enjoyed this very much. You have this laid out beautifully and it is easy to understand. Keep up the great HUBS. I must give this an "Up ONE and Useful." I'm now your fan! RJ
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The Comox Valley RCMP's drug section has had a couple of busy months successfully removing drugs from suspected local drug dealers and requesting criminal charges.
• On Jan. 3, a 24-year-old Courtenay woman was arrested after agreeing to sell cocaine to an undercover police officer. The meeting took place on school property and while the woman had care of her baby girl in a stroller.
The Ministry for Children and Families was also called and are following up on this incident.
• On Jan. 10, an 18-year-old man sold cocaine to an undercover police officer in the Courtenay area. This man was arrested and is facing charges of trafficking. He was released on a Promise to Appear and is due to appear in court at a later date.
• On Jan. 18, Comox Valley RCMP officers observed a known drug dealer selling drugs. The 33-year-old Courtenay man was arrested and found to be in possession of heroin, over $2,100 cash and brass knuckles.
The man was later released with a court date and is facing charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of a Prohibited Weapon.
• On Feb. 10, two Courtenay women were arrested for dealing cocaine on Back Road in Courtenay after agreeing to meet with members of the drug section. The 40- and 49-year-old women were released with court dates and will appear at a later date to face charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking.
• A search warrant was executed at a cabin situated in the 4600 block of Headquarters Road in Courtenay on Feb. 20. Police found cocaine, $3,000 worth of prescription pills, marijuana, a crossbow, a rifle, surveillance cameras and $9,000 cash, over half in coin. Two Courtenay men are facing charges in this incident.
Many of these files were successful due in part to the public's assistance. Please continue to report any suspected criminal activity to the Comox Valley RCMP at 250-338-1321. If you wish to remain anonymous please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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Runners are a unique part of the population -- they wake up at the crack of dawn, often train in bad weather and sign themselves up to suffer through races of all lengths, including marathons. But there are races help all over the U.S. that offer experiences that have to be seen to be believed! From famed locales to events that will impress even the most finicky foodie, there's truly something for everyone. Read on to see 12 unique races to run in your lifetime and get tips to start planning and training for your next adventure!
12 Unique Races to Run in Your Lifetime
Cupid's Undie Run (February)
In 30 cities in the U.S. and Australia, runners celebrate their love of running on Valentine's Day weekend -- in nothing but their underwear! Cupid's Undie Run is a fundraiser for the Children's Tumor Foundation and has helped to raise more than $2 million for the organization. With fundraising incentives such as V.I.P. open-bar access at the post-race party, running roughly one mile in your "bedroom best" will be an experience like never before. "We created Cupid's Undie Run with the sole intent of having a fundraiser that made a bigger splash in the bucket than the other options out there," shares Bobby Gill, co-founder and COO of Cupid's Undie Run. "With nearly $3 million in donations to CTF last year, we've been successful beyond our wildest dreams. Plus, we've somehow managed to create the biggest party the charity world has ever seen. Bonus!"
Related: Get more info on Cupid's Undie Run.
Fun.com Gorilla Run (May)
For those who have ever wanted to don a gorilla suit, the Fun.com Gorilla Run in North Mankato, Minnesota, can grant that wish. This 5K race run by costumed gorillas started with 450 attendees and is now up to 1,500 runners in its third year. While participants monkey around, they also raise money for the Miracle League of North Mankato. This year, race organizers hope to break the Guinness World Record for "largest gathering of people dressed as gorillas." This race is bananas, so grab your suit -- runners from previous years get discounts if they reuse their suits -- and be sure to stick around for the costume contest after the race.
Krispy Kreme Challenge (February)
If you want to test out some unique strategies on running nutrition, the Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh, North Carolina, is the perfect opportunity. What began in 2004 as a dare between two college students has grown to 8,100 racers. Runners begin on the campus of North Carolina State University and run 2.5 miles to Krispy Kreme, where they do their best to eat a dozen original glazed doughnuts. Before those 2,400 calories have a chance to settle, runners then make the 2.5-mile run back to campus. "Running 2.5 miles, scarfing down 12 doughnuts and running another 2.5 miles might leave you a little nauseous, but the feeling you get after helping the kids at the North Carolina Children's Hospital will instantly calm any unsettled stomach," says Brandon Honeycutt, executive director of the Krispy Kreme Challenge.
Bay to Breakers (May)
As "the oldest consecutively run annual footrace in the world," Bay to Breakers is a must-run for any level of runner. Since 1912, runners have hit the streets of San Francisco to celebrate the unique and vibrant culture of the city. In 1986, the race earned a spot in the "Guinness Book of World Records" as the largest footrace in the world, with 110,000 participants. Now the event sees more than 40,000 participants and 100,000 spectators filling the streets of the City by the Bay. This 12K starts at the San Francisco Bay near the Embarcadero and ends at the Great Highway, where costumed participants are met by excited crowds at the Finish Line Festival. Whether you run, walk or just watch, this is certainly an adventurous race you won't forget.
Related: Get more info on Bay to Breakers.
Safari Park Half Marathon and 10K (May)
For those who want to run wild, the Safari Park Half Marathon and 10K is the perfect race. The course begins at Westfield North County Mall and takes runners on a scenic journey around San Diego. From there, runners pass through areas inside the San Diego Zoo Safari Park (usually reserved for staff) complete with views of exotic animals. Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed spectators will need to purchase passes to meet their runner at the finish line inside the park, but the pass also includes all-day admission. Participants who become a Wildlife Champion and help fundraise for the park earn free race entry and other race-day perks. Hoof your way around San Diego and enjoy the Safari Park like never before!
Hood to Coast Relay (August)
Known as "The Mother of All Relays," Hood to Coast takes 1,000 teams on a 199-mile journey across Oregon. The teams of eight to 12 runners start at the Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood and travel by foot to Seaside, Oregon. Runners are assigned to 36 separate legs of the race, travelling by van across the course when not running. Hood to Coast is the perfect way to push yourself both individually and as part of a team. This historic race began in 1982 with only eight teams and has grown into the monolith it is today, with teams training and traveling for the ultimate relay challenge. Be prepared for an epic weekend with teammates who support you and your die-hard love of running.
Related: Get more info on Hood to Coast.
A Christmas Story 5K/10K Run (December)
Film buffs will not want to miss the chance to be a part of the classic film "A Christmas Story." In December, runners take to the streets of Cleveland, Ohio, and venture from the Public Square (aka the former Higbee's Department Store) to the famous "A Christmas Story" House and Museum, about 5K away. Participants clad in bunny suits and character costumes fill the streets to run, walk and spend time as a family on the famous movie-set locations. Proceeds benefit the "A Christmas Story" House Neighborhood Restoration Project, a nonprofit that serves and enhances the local community. Celebrate the holiday season like Ralphie and the gang and ring in some holiday cheer -- and don't be surprised if you see a leg lamp or two!
SandMine Challenge (February)
Tired of running outdoors? The SandMine Challenge in Crystal City, Missouri, gives runners a truly unique experience -- the chance to run in caves. This nearly four-mile underground course combines running and spelunking, or cave exploration, for the ultimate change in scenery -- "speRUNking." Runners don headlamps and run through the mine, with its 30- to 40-foot ceilings, sand dunes and underground lake. This run is even more of a challenge, with obstacles that make participants wade, climb and jump their way through the caves. "What an awesome race experience. It was a super-organized, fun atmosphere, and we loved the course!" past participant Amy Byers says. Proceeds from the race go to St. Louis nonprofit PayBack, Inc., a community-service and juvenile-restitution agency. Once you make your way out of the 56-degree mine, stay for the post-race party to celebrate your cave-runner bragging rights!
Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz (April)
Make your way to the Land of Oz and run your way through the Garmin Marathon, Half Marathon or 6K course. Host city Olathe, a Shawnee word for "beautiful," will charm and delight runners as they make their way through this Boston Marathon qualifying course. The race began in 2004 as the Olathe Marathon, and runners from all over the world travel to this city just 30 minutes from Kansas City -- you'll even see some dressed as Dorothy and friends. This is a big-time race with small-town charm, complete with local food and drink to celebrate at the finish-line festivities. Your childhood dreams come true in this journey to Oz -- and it doesn't even take a twister to get you there.
Related: Get more info on the Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz.
Vail HillClimb (July)
If you want to take on mountains, don't miss the Vail HillClimb in Colorado. The eighth event in the La Sportiva Mountain Cup Series, runners make their way 7.5 miles from Vail Village to the top of Vail Mountain: an elevation gain of 2,500 feet. "I think the most unique thing about the Vail HillClimb is the lasting impression it leaves with racers long after the event is over," says Steve Croucher, sports coordinator for the Vail Recreation District. "Runners from all over the country visit Vail during the Fourth of July holiday to race the HillClimb, a true testament to the beautiful views of the Gore Range and Holy Cross Wilderness that are offered throughout the entire run, the challenge it provides beginners and expert runners alike and the amazing support our sponsors have shown throughout the years with La Sportiva, The North Face and Vail's Mountain Haus."
Related: Get more info on the Vail HillClimb.
Man Against Horse Race (October)
You don't need to hear it straight from the horse's mouth to know that the Man Against Horse Race is truly a rare experience. Runners race concurrently with horses on the 12-, 25- and 50-mile courses. Mingus Mountain in Prescott, Arizona, hosts this event, with some participants even staying overnight at base camp. While the 12-mile course offers participants pleasant rolling hills, those who participate in the 25- and 50-mile races should be prepared for rough-country running. The 50-mile course climbs roughly 7,600 feet in elevation. You can't hold your horses in this race, and horses and riders must register separately to take on the adventure. The Man Against Horse Race gives you the rare opportunity to run with the horses.
AJC Peachtree Road Race (July)
Celebrate Independence Day with runners from all over the country in the AJC Peachtree Road Race. This beloved Atlanta race is now the largest 10K in the world. There is a lottery registration system in place, which makes landing a spot in the race a coveted prize. "Each year, the AJC Peachtree Road Race gives 60,000 individuals throughout Atlanta and around the world the opportunity to take part in a great tradition and celebrate health and fitness. As we approach the 45th running of the event, we're proud to continue to be known as the country's largest road race and the world's largest 10K," says Rich Kenah, Atlanta Track Club's executive director. Start a unique Fourth of July tradition and celebrate on this scenic course that earns you a spot in running history.
What Do YOU Think?
Are you a runner already or someone looking to start running after being introduced to some of the fun races out there? Now that you've seen some of the country's most unique events, do you think you would take on any of these uncommon races? Which one sounds most interesting to you? Have you already conquered any of these races? Are there any other unique races that didn't make the list? Leave a comment below and let us know.
8 Stocking Stuffers for Fitness Lovers
Runners are a unique part of the population -- they wake up at the crack of dawn, often train in bad weather and sign themselves up to suffer through races of all lengths, including marathons. But there are races help all over the U.S. that offer experiences that have to be seen to be believed! From famed locales to events that will impress even the most finicky foodie, there's truly something for everyone. Read on to see 12 unique races to run in your lifetime and get tips to start planning and training for your next adventure!


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Everyone seems to be coming to London this year, so here's another extra London pub meet ...
Saturday 8 October 2016
Venue: The Audley, Mount Street, London, W1
Time: 1230 to 1530 hrs
This is an opportunity to welcome our American members Joanne & Tony Edmonds to London. They were very early Society members and have spoken at several conferences. Over the years Joanne & Tony have also brought many groups of students to the UK and included AP on their Oxford and London itineraries.
We will meet at our usual venue, The Audley in Mount Street, which is a few yards from the Grosvenor Chapel (venue for AP's memorial service) and about 5 minutes walk from Shepherd Market and Hill Street. The pub meet will be the usual informal event: chat, beer, food and a generally convivial time.
As always, just turn up, no need to book. And non-members are always welcome.
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R20 Review: Perth cling to lead after Wellington briefly claim it
by Jeremy Ruane:
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Perth Glory continue to cling to the Hyundai A-League lead after twenty rounds of action in the competition, but for a couple of hours on Saturday evening, the top rung on the ladder was the domain of Wellington Phoenix, as the New Zealand club lauded it over their Australian rivals.
In a round where the top four teams met each other, Wellington scored first blood by netting twice in the last fifteen minutes to overcome Adelaide United 2-0 at the Hutt Recreation Ground.
A match dominated by defenders was broken open by a Joel Griffiths goal eleven minutes from time, with Nathan Burns chiming in to seal the deal three minutes later and send the 7,819 fans present into a resounding rendition of "We Are Top Of The League! Say We Are Top Of The League!"
With Melbourne Victory and Perth meeting at AAMI Park, that win meant Wellington would end the weekend in second place behind the victor of the other top four clash, or Perth, the incumbents going into the round, if a stalemate was the outcome.
Parity prevailed, the hotly contested 1-1 draw, which was watched by 22,525 fans, doing neither team any favours. Perth opened the scoring on the stroke of half-time through Andy Keogh, who was wrongly adjudged to have been onside by match officials.
Melbourne's response saw them being denied a penalty in first half stoppage time, as Costa Barbarouses' goalbound shot struck a defender's arm. But they gained deserved reward for their dominance when Daniel Georgievski levelled the scores in the 64th minute.
After this, Melbourne laid siege to the Perth goal, but the visitors turned to foul means as well as fair to keep their opponents at bay, former Melbourne player Mitch Nichols committing two bookable offences, thus getting himself sent off as Perth withstood the Fahid Ben Khalfallah-inspired home team's pursuit of victory, Danny Vukovic, in particular, contributing to Perth's cause with some fine saves.
Sydney FC took advantage of the stumbles by those above them to move into third place on the table, continuing their resurgence in form at Hunter Stadium with a 1-0 win over a youthful Newcastle Jets side which took the game to their more fancied rivals in front of 8,783 fans.
Marc Janko's thirteenth goal of the season half-way through the second half – this was a record-equalling sixth successive game in which he has scored – saw Sydney home, after Seb Ryall had rattled the crossbar with a header during the first forty-five minutes. Edson Montano went closest to netting for the home team when grazing the post with a shot on the stroke of half-time.
Four points now cover the top five teams, all of whom are racing certainties to contest the end-of-season play-offs. But which of the other five clubs will join them in the top six come season's end is fast becoming a showdown between Melbourne City and reigning champions Brisbane Roar.
On Sunday evening, City came a cropper at Central Coast Mariners, who were under new management following the sacking of coach Phil Moss during the week. Tony Walmsley, the club's technical director, is the stand-in gaffer, and he oversaw a 1-0 win for the home team at Central Coast Stadium.
6,079 fans saw Fabio Ferreira's free-kick settle the contest sixteen minutes from time, although the home team had to rely on Liam Reddy to produce another outstanding save to thwart Iain Ramsay's attempt to equalise in stoppage time, as City paid the price for failing to convert the numerous chances they created throughout proceedings.
A repeat of last season's Grand Final completed the round on Sunday night, and it saw the title-holders prevail 1-0 at Suncorp Stadium, courtesy Brandon Borrello's goal eight minutes into the second half.
Wests came close to equalising in stoppage time when Tomi Juric rattled the underside of the crossbar, much to the consternation of the 12,095 fans present, who saw Borrello come within inches of a second goal half-way through the second spell.
Western Sydney play the first of their rescheduled fixtures on Wednesday when taking on Melbourne City at Pirtek Stadium. Twenty-four hours later, Adelaide entertain Central Coast at Coopers Stadium, before Wests are back in action on Friday night, with Melbourne Victory visiting Pirtek Stadium.
Melbourne City and Newcastle meet at AAMI Park on Saturday evening, prior to the top-of-the-table clash between Perth and Wellington at NIB Stadium, with the round concluding on Sunday evening at Allianz Stadium as Sydney and Brisbane lock horns.
Match details
Brisbane Roar FC 1 (B. Borrello (53)) – Western Sydney Wanderers FC 0; HT 0-0
Central Coast Mariners FC 1 (F. Ferreira (74)) – Melbourne City FC 0 HT; 0-0
Melbourne Victory FC 1 (D. Georgievski (64)) – Perth Glory FC 1 (A. Keogh (43)); HT 0-1
Newcastle Jets FC 0 – Sydney FC 1 (M. Janko (68)); HT 0-0
Wellington Phoenix FC 2 (J. Griffiths (79), N. Burns (82)) – Adelaide United 0; HT 0-0
P W D L F A GD Pts
Perth Glory 20 10 7 3 33 25 +8 37
Wellington Phoenix 20 11 3 6 37 23 +14 36
Sydney FC 20 9 8 3 35 25 +10 35
Melbourne Victory 19 9 7 3 40 25 +15 34
Adelaide United 20 10 3 7 34 23 +11 33
Brisbane Roar 18 7 4 7 24 24 0 25
Melbourne City 19 6 6 7 25 30 -5 24
Central Coast 20 4 7 9 18 33 -15 19
Newcastle Jets 20 1 8 11 16 41 -25 11
Western Sydney 18 1 5 12 15 28 -13 8


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Nexif Energy, a Southeast Asian independent power producer, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to subscribe additional equity in Viet Hydro Pte Ltd. The proceeds will be used by Viet Hydro to further consolidate its holdings in the Coc San project.
"Nexif Energy is pleased to increase its commitment to the Coc San project, which recently completed construction and commenced operation," said Surender Singh, Founder and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Nexif Energy. "We also look forward to making more investments in Vietnam's power sector."
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Look of the day| Burgundy/Studs + Mexican Pop
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The jacket is such a gorgeous colour!ReplyDelete
Carmen Ri.
yes, sometimes we just need to recharge and get inspired, and the work flows better. Glad you have been able to do that!!ReplyDelete
Me gusta mucho este post con esas fotos maravillosas que reflejan parte de nuestra cultura, estas muy guapa, adoro los zapatos !!!ReplyDelete
no solo estás genial, sino que las fotos son buenísimas. he estado un rato mirando la lotería, el arte naif es mi perdiciónReplyDelete
Love that jacket!ReplyDelete
yep! its going to be so cold when you get back! I hope your body will still be used to it!ReplyDelete
LOVE THE BURGUNDY my favorite color!
I love this outfit and although it is made up of boyish details the jacket's colour adds a womanly edge.ReplyDelete
It sure is cold her, good luck getting used to it...
Chloe xo
you look great! there is so much art everywhere in mexico...! xxReplyDelete
Alice Barton ♥ The Mow Way
Great photos Victoria! I love this look, the edgy pieces with the lovely autumn colours looks great! Love your style my dear! :)ReplyDelete
Take care,
Daniella xox
Ya, the colors are so perfect with autumn. I love autumn, it's my fav season. However,i would love to see and get inspired by Mexican pop culture like beautiful pictures you have taken. I've never been to Mexico, but i always like to see the pictures and if it is shown on television. Curious!ReplyDelete
So glad I stumbled across your blog. Beautiful and Unique.ReplyDelete
How I love the photos taken around town. Such great colours and full of character. I also love your 'fall in hot weather' outfit!ReplyDelete
Oh, I love all the sun in your travel photos at home. It's all sunny and the colors are all a visual treat. Great look, as per usual! Happy almost weekend! =)ReplyDelete
lovely mexican paintings & lovely victoria wearing that burgundy jacket!ReplyDelete
you look great! and photos are amazing ♥♥ReplyDelete
love this look. I have only 1 pair of studded kitten heels, you make me want to have more studs ^_^ReplyDelete
Mexico must be very colouful and vibrant!
Have a nice weekend!
beautiful photos!!!ReplyDelete
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Now that Spring has definitely Sprung, I was in a flower mode. *smile*
Here is a trio of flowers made with Stampin' Ups Floral Fusion, Simple Flower and Cherry Blossom. Each was layered multiple times, edges sponged and then 'all tied up'.
I love the blend of the colors: Very Vanilla, Not Quite Navy and that wonderful Blush Blossom (now retired) card stocks.
Looking closer ~
Each flower has a different brad center and a leaf attached to it's twine stem.
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I attended a stamp show over the weekend and had met the friendliest bunch of girls. Here we all are! Too pooped to pop!
After shopping until we 'dropped', we all had a mouth watering dinner at Fresco's. Here's a look…
Everyone was from Virginia Beach, except Gulla (on the left, she was from Iceland) and are avid stampers.
Thanks for a wonderful day ladies! It was fun, I came home broke, full and tired! *smiles*


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WASHINGTON (CNN) — President Obama signed landmark legislation Monday giving the Food and Drug Administration new power to regulate the manufacturing, marketing and sale of tobacco.
President Obama says the new law "represents change that's been decades in the making."
The Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act gives the FDA power to ban candy-flavored and fruit-flavored cigarettes, widely considered appealing to first-time smokers, including youths. It also prohibits tobacco companies from using terms such as "low tar," "light" or "mild," requires larger warning labels on packages, and restricts advertising of tobacco products.
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Is this the cutest image ever?! The paper is all Echo Park. It's their new Halloween line, but I used the prints that were generic. I love the green, purple, and orange combo.


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All Ting Go
Today, I have two choices. Be miserable. Or, be thankful. Like a cheesy Hallmark card, I am going to try to be thankful. There are thousands of other bloggers out there today writing the same kind of contrived crap, so at least I am in good company.
Iain and I are both really sick. I have no voice and my post-nasal drip is turning into bronchitis. Iain's perpetual runny nose has turned a love shade of chartreuse and he is intermittently whining and tugging on his ears. In a couple of hours, we are going to shoot over to the urgent care and get ahold of some pink bubblegum anitbiotics. In the meantime though, we are enjoying a lovely morning.
On mornings when I don't have to work, I'll cook up some eggs, slice some strawberries (or other seasonal fruit), and we'll sit at the table listening to music and "talking". This was a regular Saturday tradition that Dalton and I began many, many years and 4 houses ago. It's such a simple thing, but it was one of those consistent times when you knew you were going to get to be together. Iain and I make it a point to do it at least once a week. In the new era, I do most of the intelligible talking, but occasionally I am blessed with a two or three word sentence.
And I know that one day, in a couple of years, the balance will shift and I won't be able to get a word in edgewise.
I will always get to pick the music though.
Today's musical selection was Sufjan Stevens, Illinoise. It's a brilliant album that captures both the melacholy and simple pleasures of this life. I have played it quite a bit over the past three months, and Iain really likes it. To be honest, Iain really seems to like most music, the first thing for which I am really grateful. He will sit in his carseat and dance to whatever is on. And, when a song ends that he is particularly fond of he will exclaim, "More, please!" I don't play any kids music, although we certainly sing a lot of "Wheels on the Bus" and "Row Row Row". Iain sings the kids songs, but I've never heard him sing a grown-up song.
Until today.
When Chicago came on, Iain was playing with his cars and trucks, driving them over the couch and the coffee table and the dog. All of the sudden, I heard him saying, "All ting go. All ting go." At first I thought he was just talking to his trucks, but then I realized that he was singing, not talking. And, he was doing it along with the song that was playing.
you came to take us
all things go, all things go
to recreate us
all things grow, all things grow
we had our mindset
all things know, all things know
you had to find it
all things go, all things go
It's funny, because Sufjan Stevens is a secular indie artist. He is a Christian, but not a scary one. If you don't know what I mean by that, then you might be one of them and you should just forget I said that. So, he is a Christian, but he is realistic about faith and the struggles that we deal with. Most of his songs are about life, not religion. I would venture to guess that he is pretty unpopular with the more pious Christians because he gets pretty angry at God at some points. At the same time, there is an underlying current of hope in his songs that I really appreciate.
Apparently, so does Iain. Or at least he likes the tune.
Either way, listening to him bop about the house with his cars and trucks singing, "All ting go, all ting go" makes me really happy.
I am so thankful for many things. For the things I have now - really wonderful friends, Iain's loving and helpful grandparents, a great job, lovely house, etc. For the things I had in the past - my mom and the 30 years of love and friendship and support that she gave me, my husband and the ten years of faith, passion, friendship and partnership that we shared.
Most of all, though, today I am thankful for our son who likes to sing.


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Today a group of ladies were at my home and we were talking about raising kids. One of the moms said she thought she was the perfect mom until her grown son reminded her one day of all the bad things she did that she wasn't even aware of doing. His perception and hers were vastly different. Not to mention his perception and her daughters, that she raised in the same household, were totally different.
When your kids are grown they like to remind you of certain instances where you may have failed them. Some you may recall and others you have no memory at all. I guess this means no matter how hard you try you still will make mistakes. There is no perfect parent and there is no perfect child.
I read this story in a recent book about parenting and laughed and laughed and laughed. Hope you enjoy it as well. It came from Allison Pearson, author of I don't Know How She Does It and was written up some time ago in Time Magazine.
A mother in Boston was feeling guilty as mothers do. Her daughter had told her that she was the only mom who never took her kid to Brownies. Now that probably wasn't true, but it is the child's role to make the mother feel bad about things she hasn't done enough, as well as things she simply hasn't done. So the day of the next Brownie meeting, Mom got to the office early, rushed through her tasks, then made an excuse and left. She drove across town like Sandra Bullock in Speed.
Arriving at the Brownie meeting, Mom sat down and basked for a few moments in a glow of satisfaction. It was then that she noticed the Brownie leader looking at her:
"It's lovely to see you, Mrs. Johnson," the woman said, "But maybe next time you could bring your daughter as well."
" I forgot the kid," the mom recalls. "Can you believe it, I forgot the kid!"


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Do you have a greater sense of self-awareness? Self-motivated learners tend to have a deeper understanding of their own strengths and weaknesses. If you view gaps in your knowledge as growth opportunities, you'll be able to upgrade your skillset to achieve even higher levels of success.
3. You're willing to take bigger risks – and get bigger results
Are you driven by a strong sense of personal achievement? Self-motivated learners thrive on accomplishment and have more confidence in their abilities because they are able to achieve so much on their own initiative. If you're not afraid to leave your comfort zone and take big risks, you'll be amazed at how much you can accomplish.
4. You're more likely to finish what you start
Do you refuse to give up in the face of setbacks? When self-motivated learners experience challenges, they become even more determined to succeed! If you have a strong sense of personal accountability, you will naturally be better at managing your time and avoiding distraction – and will see your projects through to completion faster.
5. You're always two steps ahead of the pack
Are you a naturally pro-active person? Self-achievers refuse to wait for changing circumstances to force them to adapt. If you are continually learning, you will be able to anticipate new developments long before they happen and thrive in an ever-changing world no matter what life throws your way.
How many times did you answer "Yes"?
If you answered "Yes!" to four or more of the questions above, congratulations! You are a self-motivated learner.
If you didn't answer yes to most of the questions, the good news is that these habits can be developed over time.
All you need to do is make the commitment to become a self-motivated learner. Set aside a specific amount of time each week to expand your knowledge and upgrade your skillset – and stick to it!
The more you learn, the more you will naturally want to KEEP learning because of the huge positive impact it will have on your life and career.
by Jack Canfield
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