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Here we outline the major religions of the Seven Kingdoms.
Unlike the typical fantasy world, there are a number of religions in the Seven Kingdoms. However, much like pre-Christian Europe, there are few overt conflicts between the religions. It's largely live-and-let-live. Kingdoms fight, not religions.
Of course, there is the exception that proves the rule. Like any good epic setting, there are cults. Some are relatively benign mystery cults. Others are dastardly, vile demon cults, that sacrifice babies to further their own power. Cults, in general, are despised and, so far as the term may be used, outlawed by the larger religions. They will send forth their paladins to stamp them out. This is why even the purest of them engage in layers of secrecy.
Also unlike the typical fantasy world, religions are not necessarily associated with kingdoms. Three of the five main religions are associated primarily with a kingdom, but they have adherents and agents spread throughout the region. Amazza has The Triune as a state religion, and Is-Ka'ander has their own pantheon and church interwoven in their politics.
While the Ouroboran religion began in Davrakotia, and is generally associated with that kingdom, Davrakotia is a melting pot, and does not enforce Ouroborus as an official church. Oddly enough, though, Lhianna does recognize Ouroborus as an official church, in that it is the spiritual presence at state functions. The citizens of Lhianna, however, are free to worship who they wish.
The Great Jarldoms and Arras, as well as a sizable chunk of the northern Tsoi, largely worship the Gutnish pantheon. However, this is a very fluid pantheon, and from one village to another, you might find different rituals, and even different names for the deities. However, the overall religion is fairly consistent.
A relatively new faith (meaning a bit less than two centuries old) is the Faolain pantheon. It is predominantly seen among the gyspy and sailor halflings, and from there has naturally spread to every corner of the Seven Kingdoms. Of course, given that it is new, and that most of its worshipers are travelers, it has very few established centers, and likewise few temples of its own.
Among the orcish tribes, there is a sort of primitive totemic religion, that is very pantheistic. It is hard to say whether there are no gods, or that everything is a god. In the end, of course, there is little practical difference. It is certainly the case, however, that none of their deities have individual names. (In a D&D world, the orcish priests are druids.)
The dwarves/mahkluks seem to be both very devout, and yet atheistic. There is no question that there is ancestor worship involved. And, they have a holy writ, called the Svashennaya Kniga. They claim that they have gods, and yet they have no names for the gods (or, indeed, a word in their language for "god." Instead, they use the Tsoi word). Their gods appear to be formless, genderless concepts, with no personality or "human" traits. Even their mythology is almost entirely stories about heroes, rather than any divine beings. It is a very confusing situation for the humans.
I've tossed out the standard D&D planar structure. I just don't like it, and it makes very little sense to me. The biggest departure is that I've eliminated all of the elemental planes, as well as largely eliminating the astral and ethereal planes. I've also removed a big chunk of the structure of the planes in a ring, based on alignment. My system is less rigid, and less polarized.
I've replaced it with a planar structure that is closer to the Norse system. There is Yggdrasil, the World Tree, at the center of existence. In typical mind-bending style, Yggdrasil is also the Wood Between the Worlds, a space between the planes that is not of the planes. Among the upper branches are the homes of the gods. Among the roots are the various hells, and homes of the demons. Around the center is what we consider the "real world." However, note that the branches are not necessarily "good," nor are the roots necessarily "evil." It's all much more complicated than that. More complicated than I strictly want to get into in this post, honestly.
Each religion has their own creation myth. Sometimes, more than one. They agree in very few details. However, the one common event, similar to the flood myth in our world, is various retellings of the asteroid impact. This is generally told to be a side effect of a great war in the heavens, and is a result of the losing side being cast violently to earth. (The one major exception to this is the Iskandrian myth, in which it was a deliberate punishment of a people that had stopped honoring the gods.) Much like our flood myths, there was one favored man, who was saved from the cataclysm, and saved all of the animals as well. (Although, in the Ouroboran myth cycle, especially as told in Lhianna, the man was Merlane himself, who was taught how to recreate the animals by the gods, and whose magic was passed down to the merlanes after him.)
The Nature of the Priesthood
I consider this fairly important, so I'm stating it in its own section. Not all priests can cast spells. In fact, it's quite rare. Casting priests, generally referred to with terms like "chosen" and "avatar," are almost never parish priests. They have been tapped by their deity to carry out his/her will, not to tend to the flock or evangelize. They are almost always separated from standard priests in a special order or the like.
However, it is also true that the highest echelon of each religion, the priests that have proven their piety and service, are also granted the ability to cast spells. If we were looking at Catholic priests, we would be talking about archbishops and above. Generally, when a position opens at this level, rather than selecting the new member themselves, they look for a sign from above. This sign will generally be accompanied by a gift of magic to the selected priest.
The Triune
The state religion of Amazza is the worship of the three-in-one goddess, The Triune. She represents the cycle of life, and the power of the female.
The Maiden form, known as Alecto, is a goddess of both love and war. She embodies both the energy and the foolishness of youth. She is generally depicted as a bold warrior woman, carrying shield and spear (very similar to our depictions of Athena/Minerva).
The Mother form, known as Megaera, is a goddess of nurturing. But, she is not a soft goddess. She embodies not only the principles of raising a child, but of managing a house, and a business. Her values are discipline and hard work. Her image is one of an honored matron, usually dressed in purple, wielding a scepter, and wearing a tiara.
The Crone form, known as Tisiphone, is a goddess of knowledge. She has the wisdom of the ages at her command, and the secrets of magic. She is generally depicted as bent with age, wearing a black cowl and carrying a scythe.
As is appropriate for a triple goddess, her priestesses do not devote themselves to any particular aspect. Rather, they can each call on whichever aspect is most needed to address a particular dilemma.
The Iskandrian Pantheon
The Iskandrian Pantheon, in its entirety, is enormous. They actually claim that all of the other gods are actually in their pantheon, though in lesser roles than their primary deities. In the official rolls at the Nidaba Temple in Makra'alla, there are the names of 512 gods and goddesses, and 7324 lesser spirits. Naturally, I'm not going to list them all, and most of them are not important enough to warrant their own temples.
There are four primary deities, known as The Devas. They are believed to control the fates of the world between them, and are closely associated with the four cardinal directions (the average village temple has a door in each wall, with a shrine to each Deva, carefully aligned to point in that Deva's direction).
To the east, in the land of the rising sun, is the king of the gods, Mithras. He is the god of law, and of the cities. He is also the god of magic, as the Iskandrians believe that the power of magic and political power are closely aligned.
To the north lives Mithras' queen, Inanna. She is a passionate goddess, a patron of both the art of love, and the art of war. And yet, according to the myths, she is a constant and loyal ally to those she deems worthy, being far less fickle than most deities. But woe betide those who insult her. The First Iskandrian Empire was brought low, it is said, when the Empress insisted that the high priestess declare her more beautiful than the goddess. The Imperial troops lost every battle thereafter, until the people finally demanded that the Empress be sacrificed to appease Inanna.
To the south is the land of the dead, ruled by its lord, Enkur. He is a dark and merciless lord, but not cruel. He judges the value of every spirit brought to him by his hounds, and assigns them an appropriate reward or punishment. The afterlife is not eternal, however. Once the spirit has received its just deserts, it is washed in the River Lethe, and returned to life as a new babe. To draw a spirit back to the mortal realm before its time disrupts the cycle, and displeases Enkur greatly. The Cult of Acnev has an entire myth cycle, describing how the necromancer lord was struck down by Enkur for his arrogance, but rose again to defy the Death Lord and steal his magic.
To the west, beneath the waves of the great ocean, is the kingdom of Nammu. She is the goddess of the sea, and the great mother to the world. In addition to being a goddess of motherhood and children, she is also a goddess of the arts. While in ages past this may have been simply the household crafts, such as weaving and cooking, her temples now house great bardic and artistic colleges, and are frequently built to double as amphitheaters for plays and concerts.
In addition to the four Devas, there are about a dozen other "major" gods, who have a large number of temples.
Ereshkigal is Enkur's queen. She is the herald of disease, pain, and loss. While typically feared, and cast in a villain's role in the mythology, her temples are not considered evil, or even unwelcome in most cities. The fundamental drive of Ereshkigal's worshipers is that tribulations brings strength. Pain is the temper of the steel of life. Her priests routinely engage in self-torture, and have the scars to prove it. Her role in the cities, however, is as something of a lightning rod for plagues. Her devout worshipers will voluntarily take the plague onto themselves. If Ereshkigal is pleased by their devotion and sacrifice, then the rest of the city will be spared from infection.
On the other side of the coin is her sister, Ninkasi. Ninkasi believes in good times and happiness. She attempts to banish unpleasantness and misery from the world. As such, she is the goddess of healing. But, she also is the goddess who gave alcohol to mankind, and is something of a goddess of revelry (though not debauchery).
Ninkasi is married to Iskur, the first-born son of Mithras and Inanna. He is a tall, fine god, and the patron of battle, and of sports. While he values victory, he also stresses fair play and good sportsmanship in his teachings. There are a number of myths in which Bel uses Iskur's adherence to the rules against him. In Iskur's temple, the stories always end with Iskur turning the tables on Bel, and triumphing through honor and skill.
The first-born daughter of Mithras and Inanna is Nidaba, the goddess of writing and knowledge. Indeed, it is said that she invented writing when no one could remember the exact phrasing of one of her father's decrees, causing much consternation in heaven. The temples of Nidaba are great libraries and centers of learning.
The other younger children of the royal divine family that are of significance are Utu and Nanshe. Utu is the god of justice, and is the sun in the sky. Nanshe, his sister, is the moon, and the goddess of charity.
The two eldest children of Nammu are the twins Lahar and Emesh. Lahar is the cattle goddess, and Emesh is the grain god. They almost invariably share a temple, priests, and holy days. While they may be of little interest to an adventuring group, they are of great importance to the average citizens of Is-Ka'ander.
The youngest child of Nammu is Telepinu. As the story goes, he was supposed to join the twins, as the god of orchards and lumber. But, he was driven mad (some say by Bel, some by Ereshkigal, and others say it was a result of the Cataclysm, or of a lost love). He fled his family, and his obligations, hiding deep in the wilderness. He is a fickle and prickly god, and there are many stories of travelers encountering him, and being put through bizarre tests. If they succeed, they are handsomely rewarded. If they fail, they are torn apart by the beasts he commands. He is now seen as a god of the wild places, and as a patron of the insane. There are no actual temples to Telepinu in Is-Ka'ander, and none who claim to be his priests. But, you can sometimes find shrines to him built at waypoints, and there are always tales of mad hermits who serve his wishes.
The final god we will speak of is Bel, the trickster. He is supposedly a bastard child, fathered on Inanna by a demon who raped her. He is generally regarded as the cleverest of all the gods, but also frequently cruel, and always selfish. He was cast out of Mithras' court, and has forever resented the other gods for it. The myths of the Iskandrians are filled with stories of Bel attempting to get petty revenge on this god or that (similar to the Norse Loki myths). However, he continues to be a popular god. First, his stories are often the most fun, and certainly the most entertaining. Second, there are a number of stories in which he tricks the gods into helping mankind, such as when he taunted Mithras into hurling a lightning bolt to the ground, where it turned into the first hearth (and there are at least a dozen shrines across the country that claim to be that first hearth, burning to this day). But, most importantly, because he is also the god of debauchery. The legends of his ribald conquests are many and varied, and he frequently appears in plays, cuckolding one of the other gods. His holiday is a grand, orgiastic party, similar to Carnivale or Saturnalia.
Ouroborus, also know as the Davrakotian pantheon and the Cult of the Dragon, is fairly neatly divided. There are four, and only four, gods. All of the other beings, such as the sea and the lord of the dead, are simply very powerful faeries. While they should be honored and appeased, they should not be worshiped. Only the four great gods should be worshiped.
Bahamut is the God of Good. He is kind, generous, and just. His temples and shrines dot the world, even in places where the rest of the pantheon is not recognized. And, wherever they are, they are a source of charity and aid to those in need. His servants are the metallic dragons.
Tiamat is the Goddess of Evil. Power is all-important to her worshipers, and power they receive. Few kings are bold enough to outlaw the worship of Tiamat, and those who do had best beware of assassins in the night. And, once a temple is established, worshipers frequently infiltrate every corner of the city. Many a thief can escape justice by invoking Tiamat's name to an ambitious guard who is a fellow adherent. Her servants are the chromatic dragons.
Marduk is the God of Law. His province is both civilization, and honor. He is generally described as humorless and merciless, but scrupulously fair. His temples function as the courts in most towns in Davrakotia and Lhianna. His servants are the crystalline dragons.
Pollyn is the Goddess of Chaos. She loves freedom and humor. Her worshipers rarely actually have temples, frequently just collecting in a town square or convenient field to worship. She is generally very popular among the peasants, as her holidays are marvelous (particularly the day when social roles are reversed, and the master must cater to the servants' wishes). However, she is less popular with kings and magistrates. She is least popular with slavers, as she abhors slavery, and her priests frequently work to free as many slaves as they can. Her servants are the dragon-kin (chimera, leviathan, basilisk, hydra, and couatl).
The Gutnish pantheon is a fairly closed pantheon. There are ten "true" gods. Between them, they created the universe, and everything in it. There are an endless number of heroes, monsters, and other actors in the great cosmic drama, but they are not gods.
Brighid is a powerful goddess, the incarnation of female fertility. Like the flame that is her symbol, she can bring both life and healing, or destruction, as the mood takes her.
Shu is the god of the wide, free sky. He is also the trickster god of the pantheon, frequently talking his way into, or out of, trouble. Worshipers look to him for help on a wide variety of matters, from weather to travel to commerce. Additionally, he is the embodiment of male sexuality and fertility.
Yemaya is the sea, and the avatar of motherhood. But, in her depths, she keeps a great many secrets, including the secrets of magic. Secrets are not meant to be shared, however, and she often requires many sacrifices from those who would learn hers.
Dagda is the great father, the bountiful earth. He brought agriculture to the people, and with it law, and civilization. Indeed, the power of a king is often derived by the amount of land, Dagda's preserve, he owns.
Sedna is the keeper of the dead, in her great icy fortress, far to the north. While she seems to be implacable, there are tales of poets and lovers melting her heart, and winning back a soul from her.
Herne is the master of the Wild Hunt, and lord of all the beasts and plants of the wild places.
Algaia is the goddess of the arts, and beauty. Her priestesses make, and wear, some of the most fantastic jewelry and clothing. Her priests are among the finest poets and musicians. And young women from all over place donations in her coffers, hoping to be graced with a touch of her beauty. And, her holiday is a great day of gift-giving.
Lugh is the sun. He is also the god of war, specifically of just, honorable combat. The lightning bolts are his spears, flashing across the sky.
Perun is his brother, the moon. He is the god of battle, specifically of frenzy and carnage. He is also the god of strength. Thunder is the sound of his mighty hammer striking a blow on his enemy.
Kiputtyto is the corruptor. She is the force of decay and disease. She tears down the old, so that the new might rise in its place. Her role is not evil, but a natural part of life's cycle. However, very few ever like to attract her attention.
The Faolain Pantheon
Often known as the "halfling faith," the Faolain Pantheon is fairly young, especially to be as widespread as it is. While it has a large and varied pantheon (one of its precepts is that anyone who distinguishes themselves in this life might be uplifted to the ranks of the divine), only five central gods are really worshiped.
Bacchus is the free spirit of the pantheon. He is the patron of the arts, and the master of love (and lust). He is also the trickster of the pantheon. However, unlike the Iskandrians, the halflings tend to honor their trickster, rather than revile him. He is frequently depicted as being part man, part animal, though which part and which animal varies from story to story.
Mananna is the ocean, the deep, mysterious sea. She gives birth to all creatures, and takes them back to her depths when they die. Hers is the great cycle of life. She will grant healing when it is needed, but will not when someone's time has come.
Cronus is the god of both commerce, and war. Many of the halflings say that there is little difference between them. He rewards both preparation, and boldness. You take what you want, while giving as little as you have to. And negotiation is the key to them both.
Nox is the goddess of the night, and the secrets that dwell in it. She is a patron to both thieves and mages. She is both a great protector, and the inspiration for infiltrators. She is a complex mistress, but those who serve her love her well.
Phoebus is the god of the day, and the sky, and the sun. He also controls the weather, and helps travelers (or hinders those who don't properly honor him).

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After the 2003 Homo Sapiens Spinassien exhibition where I performed all the reproductions (paintings and sculptures), I decided to cross the step and become a painter.
My daughter was five years old, my son was about two and my wife was often away on a mission abroad because of her job. My choice was a compromise that allowed me to be always there for my kids.
My first sumie
My first work of this year is a bamboo I painted with ink.
Sumie attracted me but I quickly realized it would take time before mastering Chinese calligraphy brushes.
It is easy to correct an error on a canvas, but ink does not allow any missteps.
I didn't signe this bamboo, I just stamped my little seal at the bottom right of this large sheet of glossy paper called elephant skin (50 x 70 cm).
I know the owner of this ink. She is living in Ares near Bordeaux, South West of France. The next time I would be there, I will take ink and a brush to put my signature ;)
To reassure myself, I decided to paint with acrylic paint. During this year I practised using ink and Chinese calligraphy brushes to improve myself.
Paintings and one sculpture
I started to buy few small canvases I painted with acrylic.
I signed all of them with my real name except for those that dealt with China's topic.
I absolutely wanted that my artist name, LE Xiao Long (Joyful Little Dragon), be my way of paying tribute to my Chinese sculptors friends from Yilan city in Taiwan. Since 1996, I am still in touch with them. I consider them my second family, my adoptive family.
A sculpture
That year, I carved a small wooden statuette : Eve.
I found a piece of wood eaten by termites during a walk and I found the termites made a really interesting sculpture work.
Add some stain and varnish, a piece of wood found in the garbage and you get the opposite sculpture :)
Eve must be somewhere in my boxes.
Woman and nude
Then came a series of three nudes : The Blue Door, Nude and Shadows and Back to the Fire, three canvases painted with acrylic.
Two sad paintings
Alone and 人 窮 志 短 (poverty stunts ambition) are pretty sad paintings.
Anxiety attacks, I know them ! I had certainly paint these paintings when I was quite low.
In future articles, you'll see that two other paintings are the logical continuation of this two first ones : Another Form of Loneliness and Sleep
Outside Kills.
Nude and portrait
The 2005 year ends with Woman's theme of with a series of 6 paintings including 4 nudes.
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11 years ago, I met a man. He was an arrogant SOB who was funny, smart, and a little demented. I enjoyed his company even if he was 9 years my senior.
We started seeing each other.
Now, at this point I was 20 years old. FORTY was so oooollllllldddd to me. I was firmly entrenched in the belief (because my parents were in their 40's) that people over 40 should not have sex.
At 40, you're old and that's just nasty and disgusting.
How the hell did 40 creep up on my husband so fast?? I guess that's what happens when you marry someone older than yourself. Ah, well, I've moved my "no sex" age up to 55 now. I think my age will continue to move up as my parents get older. Therefore, I can still continue to have sex with my husband.
Yep. Because now 40 doesn't seem that old.
Happy Birthday Chuck. I love you. You are amazing person, husband and father. I'm so glad to have shared the last 11 years with you.
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This book was a quick read which I enjoyed greatly. I enjoyed it very much. Although the authoer doesn't bog down the story with too much descriptive detail, there is enough to feel the atmosphere. She spends her time on thoughtful character development and makes you feel their emotions, struggles and joy.
I would recommend Malladi's other works as well.
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I have been learning to know Jesus for about 15 years now. It seems to be a common misconception that knowing about Him = knowing Him. This is opposite of what Jesus tells us in His word. Studying the Bible, it becomes clear that He desires a relationship with us. A friendship is what He offers. How do we build relationships with friends? By spending time with them, asking questions, sharing your hearts. That is available to us. All of us.
It doesn't matter what we have done or who we think we are. Our backgrounds is irrelevant. They do not impress Jesus. He just wants whatever we have to offer, even if it is broken, ugly, or miniscule. As the relationship grows, our faith strengthens. It is an amazing experience. Defining. He is waiting for you. Wooing you. Yesterday He wooed me to Him on a sleepy, painful morning. Color is a gift to me, and He knows it.
"So glad you are up Christa…come sit with me."
Psalms 143:8
Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.
Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift my soul.
I read Joanna Weaver's words today in Having a Mary Heart In A Martha World. She shares, "Jesus goes out of his way to prepare my heart to listen and learn. He waits for the moment I'm most ready to obey. And while I can still refuse him at any time, his rebuke is gentle. It woos me at the same time it disarms me, making me willing and open and ready to change."
He is calling us to stop learning about him and start relating to Him. Today. It is the best investment of time we can make. The world will demand we do its tasks, but the quiet moments are where we build up our spiritual muscles. We relax, with our friend Jesus, and learn that our worship meets his wooing. In that connection, dynamic living is sparked.


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//itty bitty kitty time... the video//
I know its been a long absence but I moved 2 monthes ago and its been a matter of adjusting. So for all you who wondered where I was... here I be. And as thanks for all my readers... my kitty Lilly.
My kitten thinks chasing her tail isnt just for the dogs anymore.
Also some new artwork!!!
We have Steve Irwin, Raven vs Terra (commissioned piece), and Nightwing vs Raven (from a story I'm doing.... yay stories!).
And before I end this messege... halloween... ah yes, now less than a month away and I am already prepared... I am super girl!
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The vet was wonderful! I love that she laid out all of our options and made sure we understood everything including the cost. Just wonderful! We have been looking for a vet home and we found it!
The doctor was great, very compassionate and understood that my pet is my family and she showed she cared as much as I did.
I want to thank the doctor and staff for providing excellent service. I will definitely recommend your clinic.
I would sincerely like to thank Dr. Latimer for her expertise and compassion. She is clearly a skilled veterinarian who cares about her patients and their people.
Everyone was awesome, nice, and helpful. Thank you for getting my dog in and also for the follow up calls. Great place to bring my fur babies!
We really like this clinic! Great in every way! Thanks!
I was very impressed with the care and kindness of the whole staff. Best animal clinic I have been to! I would never change vets again.
We have every confidence that the staff at Walnut Creek Animal Clinic will take excellent care of my dog for her entire life.
Thanks to everyone for your kind and generous care.
When you have love for animals, talent and knowledge, and you go "all in" caring for the animals – good things can happen. You guided us in saving our cat's life…when you do that you save the people that love them too!
All of the staff was wonderful. My cat was not fearful like he usually is at the vet. The technician and vet genuinely cared about my pet. I really appreciated the call after the visit to see how my cat wasdoing.
Everyone at the clinic was very warm and empathetic. It was just what we needed that day, professional and kind. Our dog quickly recovered! Thank you so much for seeing us so quickly and helping us.


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This Campaign will be live in the next couple of weeks - Please head to www.leash-mate.com - pop your email in and we will let you know as soon as the campaign goes live!
Gives dogs the freedom of a long roaming leash and owners the safety and comfort of a short control leash. If you have a dog that is easily excited, a little bit hyperactive or likes to pull, Leash Mate is perfect for you.
10% of our profits to go to dog shelters and rescues
Some dogs just don't play well with others… others play so well they can be just a bit much at times.. Occasionally, even the best behaved dogs need that little extra bit of control, like when you're walking next to a busy road or down a crowded footpath.
We've tried retractable type leashes but they are bulky, expensive and most tend to break easily... Experts also believe they teach your dog bad habits, not to mention they are dangerous. Consumer Reports found there were over 16,000 hospital-treated leash-related injuries in 2007, including cord burns, falls, broken bones and even finger amputations!
The internet is full of articles suggesting retractable leashes should not be used at all.
Retractable Dog Leash: Do You Know the Risks?
10 reasons why retractable leashes are dangerous
Retractable dog leash dangers - ABC News
With Leash Mate, you can convert your standard pet leash into a safe and optional side walker, whilst still giving your best friend plenty of freedom, and room to roam when the situation allows. Leash Mate is ergonomically designed and fits just right in your hand, giving you the perfect grip to hold on to even the strongest of dogs.
Wrapping the leash around your hand is far from ideal. With larger dogs, or ones that like to pull, it can actually be quite a hazard as the leash tightens under load. People have broken fingers doing this.
Leash Mate removes the need to wrap the leash and replaces it with an ergonomic ball that is easy and secure to hold. It also creates a straight line of force transfer between the loading point and your arm, which further reduces strain and the potential for injury.
Leash Mate gives a secure, safe and comfortable extra grip wherever you need it, and at 45 grams (1.5 ounces), when you don't need it you won't even notice it's there.
Leash Mate is currently Patent Pending and also in the running for an ergonomic design award through the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.
Leash Mate can be attached to any part of the leash, it simply screws on and off and is designed to suit just about any leash, it adds comfort, flexibility and control.
We have one model to fit flat, webbing type leashes up to 27mm (1 inch) wide and another model to suit round, rope style leashes between 6 and 15mm diameter (Maximum 9/16 inch)
No more wrapping your leash around your hand or clutching on to your leash trying to hold on as your dog wants to pull away. Especially useful for larger dogs or those who are more excitable.
Perfect for the dog park, walking near roads, on footpaths, in crowds... whenever you need your dog close to your side.
We have been working on Leash Mate for the past year and have gone through a number of design iterations in order to come up with the current production version. Conceptual sketches were developed into solid models using 3 dimensional computer aided design. The original design concept was derived from a climbing rope grab cam but soon evolved…
The second idea used a ratchet system which worked well but was overly complex. This was developed further to remove some of the complexity but eventually replaced with a threaded design that is simple, strong and creates more than enough grip to adequately secure the Leash Mate to any leash.
Design concepts were rapid prototyped using PLA plastic and 3D printing technology to prove the concept in the real world.
The final design concept was then shelled out using a ribbed internal structure to both decrease weight and also decrease the injection molding cycle times (less material cools quicker). Several shelling concepts were trialed and optimised to withstand a 120 kilogram (265 pound) pulling force (which is many times greater than what will be required even when used for the largest of dogs) using 3D finite element analysis.
The final Leash Mate has been field tested for many months now and a number of changes made to make it more comfortable to hold, easier to assemble and work with a wider range of leash sizes.
Further design refinement has increased the securing force created by the thread and further optimised manufacturability.
The 3D printed prototypes function perfectly but due to the manufacturing process have a rough finish. The injection molded production models will have a smooth finish and be even stronger.
Leash mate will be manufactured from UV stabilised, eco-friendly corn based biodegradable PLA plastic with a plan to manufacture right here in North America.
As an Engineer it saddens me to see that the majority of products we buy are designed to fail after only a few years, especially when it's possible to make a product that lasts generations. Companies used to design products this way until they figured out it's not as profitable...
We believe in a different, more sustainable philosophy and have designed Leash Mate to be many times stronger than required in the hope it will be the only one you ever have to buy.
Here is a little video showing how Leash Mate easily provides enough clamping force and strength to hang off, which is many times more abuse than it will be subjected to even by the heaviest and strongest of dogs. I'm approximately 80 kilograms or 176 pounds.
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Leash Mate has other uses too:
Leash Mate can be used to tether two or more leashes when walking multiple dogs (much like a leash coupler); which keeps your dogs from taking up all the room on a footpath. No more twisted leashes and dogs tangled up on your walk.
It can also be used to secure your standard leash around your waist so you are free to run and play with your dog once in a leash free area
We have also used leash mate to secure grocery shopping bags together, making them easier to carry and if you're driving they stay together without spilling your shopping through the car on the way home.
Other potential uses include horses, climbing, boating, tie down straps... anywhere you need an extra handle or to replace a knot.
We love the details just as much as you do so we have listed a breakdown of the major costs involved.
The calculated goal of $25,000 represents the minimum amount we require to bring Leash Mate to life.
We have been working closely with an injection molding company here in North America who have helped us modify the design slightly to make it both easier and more affordable to manufacture. Detailed quotes and lead times have been provided for a delivery date of June 2015.
We have allowed an additional 4 weeks for any slip and also to make sure we have time for proper sample evaluation and quality control checks. We are realistic in how long it takes to actually bring a product to market.
We're offering an open line of communication throughout the project and will be updating you on each stage of development. We are confident Leash Mate will be delivered as planned, but any issues or setbacks will be shared with our backers. We appreciate transparency and as 'investors' we believe you have the right to know exactly how things are progressing.
Our dream is to sell Leash Mate in every Pet store. Inevitably the price will have to be more expensive than this KickStarter run. We're planning the RRP to be $17.95 to cover shelf packaging, distribution, wholesale, retail mark ups and more. We're able to discount Leash Mate by fulfilling via KickStarter and direct selling our product. If our project is successful, you'll be getting a great deal. Especially if you get in early.
The future of Leash Mate is now in your hands… We think it's a great new product so why not give one a go for yourself. Please share our story on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram – a couple of clicks will help so much. Social media is the main way people learn about crowd funded projects. Share the love.
Thank you
Depending on demand we would like to set up fulfilment houses within Canada, the US, UK, Europe and Australia and pass the savings made on individual shipping cost to our backers with a refund. Until we have enough demand for this though we have to budget for the worst case scenario, which is shipping them out individually at the Canada Post rate.
We have been working on a rubber coated version of Leash Mate so you've always got a fetch toy whenever you're out walking fido. Costing for this has proven to be quite expensive as multiple molds are required for the manufacturing process. We would love to offer this though and will be able to if we reach at least $60,000... Spread the word.


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Are office buildings the 21st century equivalent of industrial revolution age mills?
Are office buildings the 21st century equivalent of industrial revolution age mills? What will be the future of office buildings? Office buildings are an innovation of the past hundred years and emerged largely in the aftermath of the industrial revolution at the beginning of the 20th century. Since then office buildings have grown in size and have adopted a unique style to accommodate the clerical work required for many organizations; however emerging digital technologies and mobile devices have allowed for the reorganization of the workplace and will further influence the demand for physical space as work environments transform. New lifestyle patterns are affecting demand for physical space and more importantly the location of the space. It is much easier for workers to connect virtually to their place of work and not rely on a physical desk at a specific locations. Obviously many organizations will need to retain an address as a depository for information and as a central meeting location, but space demand will be significantly less. Mill factories were an incarnation of the industrial age, and ran their course of operational utility as they were no longer suitable for the new economy which developed. Many mills stood dormant for a long period of time until as of recently it was in became an attractive to re-purpose into residential units. The structures proved to be solid since they at one point housed machinery requiring substantial support, and the interiors are fairly spacious, but many of the buildings were empty and the previous owner was willing to sell at low rates. Economically the conversion from mill to housing has been beneficial as many are desired because they are located in urban areas. This leads me to predict the future of office buildings, and because there will be a decrease in space demand there seems to be an opportunity to capture the value of converting office buildings into residential space. An attractive feature of buildings built primarily for offices are the large floor plates allowing for larger than average residential units. Zoning requirements would have to be evaluated before converting a buildings. Larger units will attract larger families and may trigger a community to require the integration of school into the buildings to accommodate the influx of children. Additional functions could be in a building that serves both residential and office space and maybe even synergies of circulation space by including cafes and gyms. The workforce of the future will value proximity and livability of their community which can be enhanced by mixed-use buildings. We believe the notion that offices are a distinct building , but the evolution of office space will change our perceptions and possibly redefine work. Real Estate developers value an office building by the cash flow and the security of leases, and the current model for valuation will need to be adapted to conform to the changing landscape. Perhaps office space aligns to become similar to the apartment market and and landlords provide space which is already fit-out, but a revolving door tenants will require more work to attract and be retained. Will we allow office buildings to become dormant as vacancies increase, or will we re-purpose the space to generate housing in urban centers and potentially create a more vibrant attractive community.
Predicting The Next Bubble
Are internet companies doomed for another bubble burst? Everyday techcrunch.com lists another startup funded by venture capitalists in an effort to be the next Facebook, and after witnessing the over zealous investors pick up shares of LinkedIn there seems to be investment in just about every new idea, Law of Averages?. Theres a race to get into the venture capital game to fund these companies in hopes that they will succeed. Are the values that investors place on these service sector companies realistic? I don't think they will be wildly successful. Could the pursuit of service sector technologies be the result of our education system, which has not encouraged students to study the sciences? There are too many startups whose cash flow models rely on a critical mass of society adopting the service. The baby boomers will probably not adopt the new innovations en masse; however new generations will adopt and embrace the change. Unfortunately the younger generations do not yet have disposable income or purchasing power to support many of the new companies. The bubble will burst, but the benefits will be a new breed of tools that will improve the efficiency of our society, and by improving the efficiency we will be able to pursue greater technological and self-fulfilling goals. The burst will leave in its wake a new form of the internet which will be dynamic and stream data. Pop!
The Future Value of Florida Real Estate
Florida Real Estate will not be in the doldrums for long. Top Retirement Destinations http://t.co/Joomfy5 . The Baby Boomers will need a place to retire, and if Florida had swelled with soo many retirees of the previous generation, I can only imagine the impact the Baby Boomers will have. I understand that Baby Boomers may not have as much money, but comparatively its still cheaper to live in Florida than to heat your home in the rust belt.


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Techtorial: Following the new images and concept art posted for GTA V comes another set of possible easter eggs included for the game.
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The 'Up-N-Atom' drink cup next to Jimmy looks like the 'In-n-Out' logo.
N4G is a community of gamers posting and discussing the latest game news. It's part of NewsBoiler, a network of social news sites covering today's pop culture.


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It's time for more weird ramblings! Once again here's the sites I'm linking up with:
Ok - for the story of my life the blog challenge the prompt is "Educate us on something you know a lot about or are good at. Take any approach you'd like."
Oh goodness my first instinct is to talk about something beauty related - but I'm trying to branch out. So I know a lot about home improvement, I can install my own lighting fixtures, install cabinets and countertops, do sheet rock all that business. I have my own tool box and am a master at assembling IKEA furniture. I think it would be awesome to flip houses - I think I would be really good at that.
Alright... on to #BEDM challenge: "What is your favorite thing about Spring? What plans do you have to enjoy it?"
My favorite thing is the weather, because I really dislike hot weather but enjoy it being sunny and 65 degrees. I love opening the windows letting the air in and doing a good spring clean. I want to have a big garage sale this month and get rid of a lot of STUFF I have - then I can have a lovely summer :)
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In Literacy this week we will complete our three week unit learning how to write a report. We will link this report to our topic on Rainforests. The children will use the notes they gathered last week to write a report using appropriate subheadings, facts and opinions. The grammar focus for the week is using subordinating and coordinating conjunctions.
In Maths the children will learn how to recognise and describe 2D and 3D shapes. By the end of the week the children should be able to compare the relative properties of different shapes. The children will also learn how to evaluate data from tally charts, pictograms and bar graphs.
The children will be using the information they gathered from last week's exploration and knowledge harvest on the topic of deforestation in the Rainforest to make a news report. Within small groups each child will play the role of a concerned party such as a logger or a tribe's person. Two children will be news reporters and interview the children to find out their opinions.
The teachers will teach the children playground games and discuss what it means to be a good friend.
Topic: Book 4b Lesson 1 Weather
Children will learn to describe the weather.
Key Words/Phrases: "下雨rain, 下雪snow, 晴天sunny day, 很冷very cold, 很热very hot, 刮大风very windy" .
Radicals:" 穴 cave, 灬heat, 冫 ice "
Key sentence: "今天(下雨了)。It is (rainy) today.
Homework: Worksheet.
Topic: Learning Materials
Children will learn some words of stationery.
Key words: 铅笔qian bi/pencil,橡皮 xiang pi/eraser,彩色笔 cai se bi/colour pen,尺子 chi zi/ruler,剪刀 jian dao/scissors
Key sentence: ……里li有you……. /There are … in…
Home work: Worksheet.
Topic: Monkey King Book 2B-- Lesson. 6 Birthday Party
Students will learn items of Birthday Party
Homework: Finish worksheet on this topic
De kinderen van KS1 hebben zich deze week verdiept in het leven en de kunst van Piet Mondriaan. Volgende week gaan we verder aan de slag met het schrijven van zijn biografie . We laten ons inspireren door zijn Broadway Boogie Woogie en creëren onze eigen Shanghai Boogie Woogie.
In de spellingslessen oefenen we de medeklinkerclusters uit de vriendjesflat!


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Spring Academy Day - What? An event held to familiarize students/parents with the process of applying for any U.S. military academy When? Saturday, May 17, 2014 - 10:00 until 11:30 a.m.
Where? 1408 Dobbins Place, Dobbins ARB 30069
Who? Open to students grades 8 – 12
Why? The process of applying for admission to a military academy is very different from simply applying to college. One should not wait until the Senior year in high school to do begin the process! Additional information: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN ATTENDING MUST MAKE A RESERVATION BY REGISTERING ONLINE AT http://isakson.senate.gov by Friday, Mary 2 at 5:00 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE!
Golf Honors - Congratulations to both the boys varsity and JV teams for their tournament victories yesterday. The Varsity hosted 15 teams at the Muscogee County Invitational at Maple Ridge and won with a team score of 297. The Blue Devils were led by freshman Daniel Davis' sizzling 69 and Stanton Schorr also made the all-tournament team with a score of 73. Other varsity participants were Ben Womack, Nolan Miller, Patrick Edwards, and Carson Cummings.
The JV team traveled to Warner Robins and won the Houston County Invitational with a score of 319. Freshman Jackson Jones was the tournament medalist with a 74. The JV team is now 27 and 0 on the season. Other team members included Tyler Butterfield, Jacob McClung, Bo Pitts, and George Copelan.
GHP - Any Senior who attended GHP and would like to wear a GHP cord at graduation need to see Mr. Broda in room 302 ASAP.
BETA Club - This group has a meeting in the auditorium after school on Tuesday, April 8th.
Science Olympiad - This group has a meeting in room 124 after school on Wednesday, April 9th.
Student Council - This group has a meeting at 7:45 on Wednesday, April 9th in room 206.
FCCLA Winners - Please congratulate the following students on their outstanding work at State Leadership Competition and Conference: Amber London: Fashion Design Silver
Medal Winner Carson Outler and Nicole Hodge: Hospitality Gold Medal Winner
National History Day Winners - Please congratulate the following students. They placed at the Regional National History Day competition at LaGrange College on Friday. All of the students will advance to the state contest at Mercer University on April 26.
Historical Paper 1st Place: Margot McCrillis
Group Documentary 1st Place: Joseph Turley, Blakely Bartee, Savannah Simpson
Individual Exhibit 3rd Place: Luke Paul
Individual Website 3rd Place: Emma Hatala
Rifle Team - Congratulations to the rifle team for winning the sectional match of the 1st rounds of the state playoffs. They defeated Caver - Atlanta1154 to 930 and advanced to the semi- final match. Veronica Leggett led all shooters with a score of 291 follow by Kelly Orck (288), Sierra Moon (288), and Josh Gonzales(287). Way to Go Blue Devils!
POETRY Slam - The National Alliance on Mental Illness, Columbus chapter, will sponsor their first Poetry S.L.A.M.S. (Students Living Amidst Mental Stigmas) on Friday, April 11 at 7 p.m. in the Studio Theatre of the River Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $10 and are available at the River Center Box Office. Students who would like to submit poems may find an explanation of rules in the pamphlet rack outside the guidance offices.
Medical Center Volunteers - If you are interested in volunteering this summer at
the Medical Center, please see Mrs. Solomons after school in room 206. Completed applications are due by March 30th.
PURPLE UP! FOR Military KIDS IN APRIL - Student 2 Student is inviting all students and faculty to "Purple Up!" every Thursday during the month of April to show our support and thank military students for their strength and sacrifices. WHY PURPLE? Purple is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military, as it is a combination of Army green, Marine red, and Coast Guard, Air Force, and Navy blue.
Youth Advisory Council - Students grades 6 – 12 are encouraged to apply for a position
On the Columbus Youth Advisory Council! This group is a partnership between the Columbus Consolidated Gov't. and the Muscogee County School District. Its goal is to development youth
leadership in students. Meeting are held on the 4th Monday of each month from 6p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline to apply: April 15, 2014
Book Club - Your last chance to participate in the Blue Devils Book Club this school year is April 10th. The books under discussion will be:
Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans
Team Human by Justine Larbalestier
Without Tessby Marcella Fleishman Pixley
Virtuosityby Jessica Martinez
Bring your own lunch & drink!!! Snacks will be provided. The Book Club meets each Lunch Session in the Memorabilia Room of the Media Center. Be prepared to discuss at least one of the above titles. There will be a drawing among those who attend for a free book. Again, this will be the last book club get together of the school year. Don't miss it!
Scholarship available - The Lynn Power Slaker Scholarship sponsored by the Columbus High PTSA has a due date of April 11, 2014. There may have been old coversheets inadvertently placed in the Senior Scholarship Box! NOTE - the
deadline is in April NOT in May!!
Scholarship Opportunity - The JVA Scholarship applications are now open! The application deadline is April 30, 2014. The MSG Jared Van Aalst foundation has $13,000 to award. Eligible high school students can learn more about the JVA Memorial Foundation scholarships, and apply at http://jvafoundation.org/scholarships.html.
Help Wanted - The Columbus Museum is putting together a Teen Advisory Committee for 2014-2015. This committee will be responsible for planning two large events in the fall and spring, as well as a number of smaller events and classes just for teens at the museum. Applicants must be able to commit to meet at the museum at least twice a month from May 2014 to April 2015 and should maintain a 3.0 GPA. Interested students should pick up an application in the Guidance and Counseling Office. Deadline to submit applications to the Columbus Museum is 5:00 p.m. on March 14, 2015.
Memorial run to Honor Fallen Solider - What: 4th Annual MSG Jared Van Aalst Memorial 5/10 K Run
When: Saturday June 14th 2014 Registration begins at 7 am
1 mile Race begins at 8 am 5/10 K Race begins at 8:30 am
Where: Broadway & 11 Street, Columbus GA
Cost: $25 and $20 for students, $30 race day
Scholarships for Seniors - Seniors should check the Senior Box in the Guidance Office for new scholarship opportunities! The spring is the season for many local organizations to make scholarships available to students our area. Local competition means better odds for achieving scholarships!!
CUTS FOR A CURE IS A SERVICE PROJECT OPEN TO YOU! - Bring someone close to your heart to make the cut for you and share this special moment. Donations of hair for wigs and headpieces for cancer patients will benefit. Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 4:00 P.M. @ Brookstone School Illges Gym - For more information or to participate, email Kate
Ponytails must be 8 inches long and free of dyes, bleaches, and chemicals.
SUMMER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! - If you are interested in volunteering at Columbus Regional Health Hospital this summer, please see your grade level counselor for an application. The application deadline is April 1st. You must be between the ages of 14-18 years old.
QUEST BRIDGE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR JUNIORS - QuestBridge seeks students who have demonstrated a level of academic achievement that meets the admissions standards of our partner colleges. These are students can envision thrive on the campus of a leading college. In addition, juniors must demonstrate evidence of financial hardship and obstacles they have overcome.
While there are no absolute academic or financial cut-offs, the majority of our successful applicants share the following characteristics:
· They are in the top 5% or 10% of their class.
· They have strong grades in challenging classes and high standardized test scores.
· Their household income is less than $60,000 a year, and often less than $50,000 a year.
· Often they are among the first generation in their family to attend college.
High school juniors can apply to the College Prep Scholarship through a free online application. The application allows juniors to apply to multiple awards at once. To be considered for a summer program scholarship or college counseling, you should indicate your interest in the Awards section of the application. Applicants are automatically considered for all other awards, with the exception of Quest for Excellence awards, which require additional short essays. Additional information and scholarship applications are available at www.questbridge.org Application deadline is March 26.
Here is a list of upcoming writing contests that you may be eligible to enter:
Essay Contest
Deadline: March 31, 2014, BY 12 NOON
Sponsor: Columbus Bar Association (Law Day Essay)
Grades: 9-12
Specifics: theme "American Democracy and the Rule of Law: Why Every Vote Matters"
maximum length three (3) typed pages double spaced
12 pt font
cover sheet required – name, Social Studies/ English teacher, principal's name, school name and grade
entries will not be returned
Award: cash award not listed
For More Information: See Ms. Carter in the Media Center
Return: All entries must be returned to Ms. Carter by noon. Entries will be hand
delivered to the Bar Association by April 2nd.
Congressional Art Contest
Deadline: April 15, 2014
Sponsor: 2nd Congressional District Office –
Representative Sanford Bishop
Grades: 9-12 (student must live in 2nd Congressional District –
see Ms. Carter to check your address)
Specifics: eligible media: oil acrylics; watercolor; drawings in pastels, pencil,
charcoal, ink, markers; collage; lithographs; silkscreen; block prints; mixed media; computer generated art; photography
28 x 28 max size including frame; depth max 4 inches; 15 lbs max weight
Award: if judged best in 3rd District, art piece will hang in Washington, D. C.
for the next year – will not be returned before June 2015
For More Information: See Ms. Carter
Return: Completed forms and framed art are due to Ms. Carter by times listed above.
Late items will not be accepted.
Video Contest
Deadline: April 15, 2014
Sponsor: American Library Association and American Association of School
Grades: 9-12
Specifics: submit videos for the theme "Lives Change@ your library"
Entry form required
Must be loaded to SchoolTube (see Ms. Carter about SchoolTube account)
Award: student will receive boxed set of Diary of a Wimpy Kid
For More Information: See Ms. Carter in the Media Center
Return: Individual students will be responsible for meeting deadline. Information online
at http://www.ala.org/aasl/slm/2014/video
Congressional STEM App Challenge
Deadline: April 30, 2014
Sponsor: 2nd Congressional District Office –
Representative Sanford Bishop
Grades: 9-12 (student must live in 2nd Congressional District –
see Ms. Carter to check your address)
Specifics: student must be 13 as of February 1, 2014
may be individual or group entry
complete instructions including set up of account are with Ms. Carter
Award: not specified, but would include the app being featured on the House.gov website
For More Information: See Ms. Carter
Oratorical Contest: CALL FOR INTEREST
Sponsor: Columbus Optimist
Grades: 9-12
Specifics: Theme: "How My Passions Impact the World"
Students entering must have been under the age of 19 as of
December 31, 2013.
The prepared oration must be an original effort.
This is a request for names of students interested in this contest. A list of
interested students will be maintained by Ms. Carter. The entry does not need to be ready or even outlined when you see Ms. Carter.
Columbus High is limited to two (2) female and two (2) male participants. Our entries will be forwarded in the order in which Ms. Carter receives them.
Duke Summer Academy - Duke University proudly begins accepting applications December 2nd, for two exciting academic programs for high school students during the summer of 2014! Duke's four-week Summer College for High School
Students program takes
place June 28 – July 25 and is designed to enhance your students' readiness for future admission to an undergraduate degree program at a selective and prestigious university or college. Students currently in grades 10 & 11 will make friends from all over the globe as they learn from the highly-trained, highly-intriguing faculty of Duke University and earn college credit.
For students currently in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 we offer a new three-week program Duke Summer Academy for High School Students July 5 - 25. This program is designed for personal enrichment and offers a two-part daytime course in Global Citizenship and Leadership and an evening course with many exciting options available. The classroom environment is intimate enough to gain the individual attention you need to thrive, and the residential life is full of exciting excursions and activities.
For more information, visithttp://summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students
Recurring Announcements
Yearbook Prices - The offer for personalization on the yearbook cover is over, and the price of the book is now $65.
Math Team - The Math Team meets every Thursday in room 133 at 3:30.
Recycling Bins- Only paper and cardboard should be placed in the blue bins -no drink bottles, food items, garbage, clothing, etc.
Thank you for participating. Every green effort helps!
Student Bible Club - This group meets every Thursday morning at 7:45 in room 104. Come hear a devotion brought by a student. Enjoy fellowship with other students. Also there are doughnuts.
Literary Magazine - Submit to our literary magazine, SCORZA. We are currently taking prose, poetry, and art submissions from students of all grades. Send your questions and submissio
name, grade, and homeroom teacher. However, the body of your submission should not have your name on it. Pictures should be in .jpg or .png format.
Freshmen Class - All Freshmen and Freshmen Parents: Please visit the freshman class website for updates and news that might be helpful during your freshman year:
Feel free to contact Mrs. Belt, your 9th grade counselor, with any questions.
Sophomores - The sophomores have a website. The web address is:
Juniors - Stop by the Guidance and Counseling Office to peruse the Junior Resource Box which is full of brochures and flyers from various colleges for you to take. Upcoming college fairs are posted on the CHS Website for Junior Students and Parents:
Old Yearbooks - You may purchase yearbooks from the last four years at a price of $40. If you are interested, see Coach Perry in room 310. Make checks payable to "Columbus High School."
Academic Decathlon - All meetings for Academic Decathlon are now Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 in the Media Center Reference Room.
Chess Club – The CHS Chess Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 in the Media Center and Media Center Classroom. All students are welcome.
FCA - The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be held every Friday in the gym at 8:00 - breakfast will be served.
Library Hours - The CHS Media Center opens at 8:10 (when the bell rings) each morning.
We are closed after school on the first Monday of each month. We are open Tuesday – Friday until 4:30 (unless we have something unusual like a district wide meeting to attend—in these
cases we place a sign on our front door announcing that we will not be open that afternoon).
Fountain City Slam Youth Open Mic - Beginning September 11th, Local youth talent (ages 13 – 19) are invited to come out and express themselves! Whether you're a poet, singer, comedian, or rapper, we welcome all talent to the mic. Sign-up starts at 6 PM. There are only 15 performance slots. Material must be 5 minutes or less. Every 2nd Wednesday @ 6:30 PM
Fountain City Slam Youth Poetry Slam Competition - This event is open to area youth (ages 13 – 19). A poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their work and are judged by members of the audience. Those interested in slamming should come prepared with at least 2 original poems, no longer than 3 minutes in length. Sign-up starts at 6 PM. The first 10 slammers to sign up will be allowed to compete. The top 3 from each preliminary slam will advance to the finals to be held in March. The top finishers from the finals will represent the city at Brave New Voices in Philadelphia in July 2014. Every 4th Wednesday @ 6:30 PM.


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A Light in the Dark
Prizm is a Dwarven City ruled by the Quartzeye Clan.
Clans of Prism
Discovery and Founding
While exploring the countryside in the year 7AU, the dwarf, Brann Quartzeye (then known as Brann the Wanderer) came across a large gash in the side of a cliff in the Torig Mountains. He'd traversed the area several times in the past and never seen the cave, and came to the conclusion that it had been created by The Upheaval.
Upon exploring the caves, Brann eventually found a small cavern with a large crystal in the ceiling glowing softly. As time went by, the hue the crystal gave off slowly morphed through the visible spectrum. He eventually excavated around the crystal and slowly built a city that he named Prism and founding the Quartzeye clan.
Prism time is slow time
The hues given off from the Prism coordinate with the hours of the day. The hue constantly shifts at a slow rate, but gives locals an idea of what time it is. A dwarf referring to something around 9pm would say "2nd Yellow".
- Midnight-2am: Blue
- 2am-4am: Violet
- 4am-6am: Red
- 6am-8am: Orange
- 8am-10am: Yellow
- 10am-noon: Green
- Noon-2pm: Blue
- 2pm-4pm: Violet
- 4pm-6pm: Red
- 6pm-8pm: Orange
- 8pm-10pm: Yellow
- 10pm-midnight: Green


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An Aurora pizzelle maker may be purchased at any of the stores listed on the Product Locator section of the website for Aurora Importing and Distributing Ltd. Aurora is a Canadian company with offices in Toronto and Montreal. Most stores that carry the Aurora pizzelle maker are based in Canada.
The Aurora pizzelle maker is non-stick and makes two cookies at the same time. It is not widely available online, but as of February 2015, other pizzelle makers by different brands are available online through retailers such as Bed Bath & Beyond and Amazon. Specialty kitchen stores such as Consiglio's Kitchenware & Gift also carry pizzelle makers.
Pizzelle cookies come from the Abruzzo region of Italy. They are formed by putting cookie dough into a metal pizzelle maker, which resembles a waffle iron, and then pressing a decorative snowflake shape into the flattened cookie. Depending on the recipe used, pizzelle cookies can be thin and crisp or soft and chewy. Often they are served with a sweet filling between two cookies or by rolling warm cookies into the shape of cannoli shells using a dowel or rolling pin.
Pizzelle cookies are a popular and traditional Italian dessert for Christmas and Easter.