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The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart – Belong + Panda Bear – Surfers Hymn (MP3) + Yuck (Album Review)
The kind of trajectory that The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart have taken with their sound can be appreciated visually through their album covers. Compared to the elegant black and white of their excellent debut, Belong is an explosion of pastel hues and even softer tones. Album opener and title track Belong stands out for me, I love how heavy handed they have been with the distortion on the guitars, the brash crunchiness quickly makes way for the softly sung vocals which pack a punch of their own in terms of melody. It's not necessarily the most memorable song on the album but for me its the most complete. To be honest, as much as I am enjoying the record, I do find its sugary centre a bit much. To listen too many times in a row is comparable to over indulging on sweets, a threshold that is easily reached and instantly regretted. The key, obviously, is moderation and in small doses, Belong is a phenomenal follow-up to their self-titled debut. Check out the opener below:
This is probably me being a dick, fully highlighting my inability to follow simple instructions, but I think Kompakt have fucked up the release of the new Panda Bear single. It was my understanding that a copy had to be reserved in advance by email. Then on release day (today) the single could be purchased as normal through Kompakt, the orders would be matched to reservations and shipped accordingly. Seems fair, I was also led to believe that reserved copies would be held over until tomorrow. Having visited the Kompakt site to order my copy tonight I was greeted with 'Sold Out', and no way of adding to my basket, even when logged in to the site. Thankfully, I sourced a copy elsewhere without too much bother but surely all of this could have been avoided if Kompakt had done the decent thing and released the 7″ for pre-order, like the other labels did for the first three releases. It pisses me off because the 4 7″s will make up a set and by way of reward for buying the first three, fans are being made to jump through hoops for the fourth. Not only that but surely this release will sell out regardless, by causing a fuss or building hype, Kompakt are just creating opportunities for people to rip off fans on ebay. Not cool Kompakt, not cool!! what is cool though is the B-side to Surfer's Hymn, a remix by on-fire UK producer Actress. MP3 below:
Panda Bear – Surfer's Hymn (Actress Primitive Pattern Remix) MP3 (Right Click / Save As)
Finally, I have written a review of Yucks debut album for Buzzpost, check it out HERE.
Big K.R.I.T – Dreamin (Video)
Big K.R.I.T drops new album Return Of 4 Eva tomorrow, I'm really looking forward to this one as Wuz Ere was one of my favourite albums of 2010. Check out the video for first single Dreamin below. You can also head over HERE to download the song as well as another new song American Rapstar in exchange for nothing more than an email address. I'm liking both songs, K.R.I.Ts southern twang compliments the warped soul sample in Dreaming perfectly, American Rapstar though does a better job at demonstrating his skills as a rapper. They are both far more polished than anything from Wuz Ere, hopefully not too much of that albums charm has been lost on the new record.
Colin Stetson – Judges (MP3) + Burial – Stolen Dog / Street Halo (Stream)
I have spent pretty much the entirety of today getting totally lost in the stunning new album from bass saxophonist Colin Stetson. The record is titled New History Warfare Vol. 2: Judges and the sounds that this guy makes on this thing are unbelievable. Before even getting in to how this album was recorded, it should be noted that this is easily one of the most unique and captivating albums I have heard for quite some time. The method used to create this beautiful noise was unusual in as much as the whole thing was recorded live and in one take in a room with around 20 microphones positioned in various locations ranging from on the sax itself to the opposite side of the room. Presumably the tracks were then built up using the different recordings and layering them accordingly, Stetson was in good company throughout this process as Godspeeds' Efrim Menuck lent a hand on production duties. What really strikes me about this music is that it sounds like there could be a full band performing these songs, various techniques were employed to create this effect such as the tapping of fingers on the sax to mimic percussion, the projection of voice through the instrument to provide rhythm as well as circular breathing to negate the need to break for air. Much of this is evident in the track Judges which you can listen to below but to truly appreciate the magnitude and importance of this music you should check out the entire thing.
Colin Stetson – Judges MP3 (Right Click / Save As)
Radio 1 previewed a couple of new Burial tracks last night, both taken from the new single which is due for release on Monday through Hyperdub. Chances are that it will be pretty much impossible to get hold of one of these when it is released, you can worry about that on Monday but for now check out two of the three new songs below. I've given these a few listens and although the chat is incredibly annoying it is worth persevering as these songs sound amazing. I'm enjoying how much they sound like Burial, that may sound stupid but he has been involved in various collaborations and other bits and pieces since releasing Untrue, all of which have sounded somehow different, this is the first thing he has done since then that has gotten me genuinely excited. Street Halo especially which features those all so familiar ghostlike vocal samples and dark atmospheric beats. I have this pre-ordered, whether or not I get a copy anytime soon will remain to be seen but I am itching to get decent versions of these songs as well as the third track (titled NYC I believe). Check them out for yourself:
Dukatalon – Run (MP3)
Bloodcargo and Burden may well have landed the enviable job of supporting Kyuss Lives on their sold out European tour this year, but if it were up to me I would have given these Israelis a shot. They make serious noise for a three-piece and deal in the kind of crushing weed-hazed doom that would be an ideal precursor to Kyuss' own brand of desert rock. Relapse put out their debut album Saved By Fear late last year and if you're in to that monotonous kind of sludgy vibe then it's well worth checking out. The track below 'Run' starts out with a drum solo and some pretty quick fire riffing before settling in to a much steadier pace, a kind of rolling pace that's impossible not to slowly nod your head to. The vocals are barely audible but when the riffs are this heavy and dense the last thing you want is over produced growls obscuring them. For this reason I would definitely say that the production has been perfectly judged, Dukatalon know exactly where their strengths lie and do a good job of making sure they are stuck firmly out front. Highly recommend you check this out.
Dukatalon – Run MP3 (Right Click / Save As)
Rival Schools – Pedals (Album Review) + Wring It Out (Video)
Walter Schreifels deserves a little more respect than to be labelled as 'emo', it's a detestable genre tag at the best of times but with an emotive voice and a solid history in both hardcore and post-hardcore, it's one that he would do well to avoid. His CV is impressive and he will be remembered critically for Quicksand, commercially for Rival Schools and criminally not at all for Walking Concert. As well as all of this he released a solo record and of course featured in the legendary hardcore bands Youth Of Today and Gorilla Biscuits. With such a stellar career to date it is a shame to see the new Rival Schools album being largely ignored and in some cases written off by certain circles, it shouldn't be forgotten that Schreifels had the dignity to distance himself from the 'emo' scene (that he arguably contributed to creating) before it got too ugly.
Like so many others, United By Fate soundtracked a certain point in my life, mainly my years 17-20 and whilst this review might read a lot like that of The Get Up Kids comeback album, this is unashamedly the kind of shit I listened to back then. So what can Rival Schools bring to the table a decade later? True to previous form they have delivered 10 SONGS of driving guitars, passionate melody and bittersweet lyrics. Don't get me wrong, they haven't added a whole hell of a lot to their arsenal, nor will they convince anybody that doesn't want to be convinced but this is more than a decent album. From where I am sitting I am finding it hard to argue with 80-90% of these songs. You may dismiss this review as my younger self speaking, but I don't think so. I'm not one to suffer a dodgy comeback gladly, nor am I one to pay this much attention to a lacklustre cash fuelled resurgence.
A few years back an internet leak proclaiming to be a scrapped second Rival Schools album surfaced online, some say it was merely B-sides but either way, when you measure Pedals up against said release, it is clear that it did Rival Schools good to take their time. After listening to Pedals almost religiously over the last week I was ready to claim that it stands tall alongside United By Fate. Before making such a bold statement I decided to re-visit their debut and of course, it's nowhere near. I would however, attribute this to the pure quality of United By Fate rather than detracting from Pedals. This new release lacks anything that comes close to the intensity of 'The Switch' and they are still yet to better 'Undercovers On'. Pedals is full of highlights though, 'Wring It Out' and 'Racing To Red Lights' provide ample melody and anthemic choruses whilst 'Eyes Wide Open' brings a bit of that intensity to the fore. Overall that much loved rawness is missing and Pedals is far more streamlined and polished than previous efforts. When all is said and done though, I am always happy to hear from Schreifels, he is an incredible songwriter and remains one of my favourite vocalists of all time. With Pedals, I sincerely believe that he has produced some of his best and most appropriately timed work to date.
Check out the video for 'Wring It Out' below, I can't be as complimentary about this ropey 'made for Kerrang TV' video as I have about the record, but the song is great.
Nicolas Jaar – Keep Me There (MP3) + Guido – Orchestral Lab (MP3)
I have been listening to two very different albums today from two very different producers, separated by a rather large ocean. Each album is incredible in its own right, representing the absolute cutting edge in urban, moody electronica. The two songs below could not be any more different, Bristol producer, Guidos Orchestral Lab is exactly what it professes to be, providing immediacy through orchestral melodies and hard-hitting dirty bass. Nicolas Jaars Keep Me There on the other hand is more restrained and injects a bit of culture through smooth brass and beats that sound like giant raindrops. Jaars album has taken a while to sink in for me, the bee-bop style vocals in this track specifically, didn't sit right with me initially. Today though after listening intently for what was god only knows the number 'th occasion, it all just clicked and molded in to place. Cannot recommend these two albums highly enough, there is no particular connection between the two and there is no particular similarities but whilst the rest of the world is enjoying SXSW, they have provided perfect soundtracks to a rather dull day.
Guido – Orchestral Lab MP3 (Right Click / Save As)
Nicolas Jaar – Keep Me There MP3 (Right Click / Save As)
The National – Think You Can Wait (Video) + Thom Yorke / Burial / Four Tet – Ego/Mirror
It's not been long since The National released the astounding High Violet, blazing hot on its heels is a new song for the movie Win Win. Entitled Think You Can Wait and sounding more like a Boxer cut than a High Violet B-Side, it's a typical slow-burning, broody affair. Backing vocals for National tracks may normally be taken care of by Sufjan Stevens, this track however features the incredible Sharon Van Etten. Not that this makes a huge difference, as always this is all about Matt Berringer and his gloomy yet glorious compatriots. Check it out below:
Thom York, Burial and Four Tet have collaborated on a new 12″ that has already sold out on pre-order. The Radio DJ on the below rips might well joke about looking forward to hearing these tracks on YouTube, but in all honesty how else are people going to get to hear these delicious jams. The most noticeable aspect of both songs is that it sounds like a collaboration between Burial and Thom Yorke rather than the three artists providing equal weighting. Four Tet may well be in the mix but the beats are all about the dark, ambient and shuffling sounds that featured so heavily on Untrue, complimented nicely by Yorkes distinctive falsetto. Radiohead have released a new album recently, Four Tet not so long ago, so what I would really love to hear is a new Burial full-length. There is no chance of getting a copy of this 12″ so the rips below will have to do:


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One often overlooked "treasure" of the metal detecting hobby is the solitude it can provide, whether it means just an escape from the daily load of stresses we carry, simply getting out to breathe fresh air, or providing a much-needed distraction from something specific that ails us. When this peacefulness, which would be uplifting in and of itself, is combined with the added benefit of a great find or two, it can be a truly mood-altering experience. Such was the case last month in the days immediately following my father's passing. Losing a loved one is obviously never easy. No matter the circumstances surrounding it, the harsh reality of a loss inevitably takes hold of the entirety of your thoughts, emotions, and energies. It was in rebellion to this fact that compelled me to go out on a short metal detecting excursion to my sister's backyard the day before my father's wake. Rather than sit around mired in mourning, I knew that a short hunt would offer me a sorely needed respite from the grief I was experiencing.
I had hunted my sister's backyard once previously and came away with some interesting relics, including the lead army parachute figure seen in the banner of this site. My intent this time was to take it slow and steady and concentrate on each potential tone, having "cherry-picked" the great signals on the original hunt. My sister's backyard is small and square, so gridding the yard from both directions seemed like a prudent strategy to employ.
Before I began, having put on all of my gear and about ready to set out, I said a little prayer of sorts, something to the effect of "Ok, Dad, bring me some good finds." It was slow-going at first, as I initially dug some more remnants of copper shards that I encountered on my original visit. These were found on my first grid line, just along the border of a side flower bed. A few more adjacent grid lines produced some modern coins that I apparently overstepped the first time. Then, halfway through the horizontal expanse of yard, I got a strong, unwavering mid-tone with a VDI of 52 on my AT Pro. Such a VDI number is usually indicative of a pull tab or nickel, but the seasoned detectorist knows that this is also the range for gold. (Gold, being less conductive than silver or copper, shares similar conductive properties as some common junk finds. One has to dig many a pull tab or small piece of can shard to eventually score some gold.) Well, never having found gold jewelry, but having unearthed hundreds of pull tabs, I was expecting the usual but hoping for an older nickel—a V nickel, buffalo nickel, something interesting. However, it turned out that my Dad was truly guiding me that day, because when I dug the hole and pinpointed the target, out popped a 14K gold claddagh ring! I shouted to myself (though it may well have been out loud), "Gold!" It was a first for me and it was thrilling. I considered this a direct sign and gift from my dad and thanked him accordingly.
About an hour later, I had made my way to the far-left corner of the yard, where my patient, slow swing speed was being rewarded with some wheat pennies, another lead army figure (this time missing a leg due to warfare with time and soil), and a knife handle, all of which escaped me on my first visit. Further exploration of that spot resulted in a nice, repeatable tone with a VDI in the 70s. Now, a VDI in the 60s and 70s to me is always a wild card; it could be something very interesting like an old button, some older coins, or some other cool relic, like the aforementioned army figure. Digging the hole with measured hope, I proceeded to pull out what I could easily gauge was heavy for its size and figural. A few wipes with my glove revealed it to be a very nice lead angel. Again, thoughts and thanks were directed at my father. A gold ring was one major sign from my Dad, but an angel? What better symbol that he was truly watching over me.
I ended my hunt in a very different mindset than I had started—I was now relaxed, uplifted by a peaceful two hours of doing something I love, and inspired by what I took to be two gifts from my father.
This is a great hobby that provides for learning on many levels. Such lessons are constantly revealing themselves to me and most come at unexpected moments. The experience following my father's passing was no different—I learned that day that sometimes treasures unearthed from below may actually come from above.

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2. You may taunt a fellow Selleck Society member for growing a weak mustache, but you may not do so in front of non-Sellecks.
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5. No farting, or "Trebbeking", in the Selleck Lounge.
6. Once Selleck, you must strive to achieve Selleck status in each and every year thereafter.
7. There is no crying in the Selleck Society.
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Copenhagen Enterprises is a family owned business that operates 14 brownstone apartment buildings in four different Minneapolis neighborhoods. The company was started in the mid 1970's when the Hansen family bought their first duplex. We have grown to 350 rental units and have remained a family owned and operated company.
Throughout our history, our mission has remained the same: to provide residents with a clean and comfortable place to call home. The accessibility of company employees, from the maintenance team to the rental office, as well as the owners, is what sets us apart from the rest. On any given day, at any given time our residents are able to communicate with a representative of Copenhagen Enterprises.
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1+ "Honour the LORD your God by celebrating Passover in the month of Abib; it was on a night in that month that he rescued you from Egypt. 2Go to the one place of worship and slaughter there one of your sheep or cattle for the Passover meal to honour the LORD your God. 3When you eat this meal, do not eat bread prepared with yeast. For seven days you are to eat bread prepared without yeast, as you did when you had to leave Egypt in such a hurry. Eat this bread — it will be called the bread of suffering — so that as long as you live you will remember the day you came out of Egypt, that place of suffering. 4For seven days no one in your land is to have any yeast in the house; and the meat of the animal killed on the evening of the first day must be eaten that same night.
5-6"Slaughter the Passover animals at the one place of worship — and nowhere else in the land that the LORD your God will give you. Do it at sunset, the time of day when you left Egypt. 7Boil the meat and eat it at the one place of worship; and the next morning return home. 8For the next six days you are to eat bread prepared without yeast, and on the seventh day assemble to worship the LORD your God, and do no work on that day.
9+ "Count seven weeks from the time that you begin to harvest the corn, 10and then celebrate the Harvest Festival, to honour the LORD your God, by bringing him a freewill offering in proportion to the blessing he has given you. 11Be joyful in the LORD's presence, together with your children, your servants, and the Levites, foreigners, orphans, and widows who live in your towns. Do this at the one place of worship. 12Be sure that you obey these commands; do not forget that you were slaves in Egypt.
13+ "After you have threshed all your corn and pressed all your grapes, celebrate the Festival of Shelters for seven days. 14Enjoy it with your children, your servants, and the Levites, foreigners, orphans, and widows who live in your towns. 15Honour the LORD your God by celebrating this festival for seven days at the one place of worship. Be joyful, because the LORD has blessed your harvest and your work.
16"All the men of your nation are to come to worship the LORD three times a year at the one place of worship: at Passover, Harvest Festival, and the Festival of Shelters. Each man is to bring a gift 17as he is able, in proportion to the blessings that the LORD your God has given him.
18"Appoint judges and other officials in every town that the LORD your God gives you. These men are to judge the people impartially. 19+ They are not to be unjust or show partiality in their judgements; and they are not to accept bribes, for gifts blind the eyes even of wise and honest men, and cause them to give wrong decisions. 20Always be fair and just, so that you will occupy the land that the LORD your God is giving you and will continue to live there.
21+ "When you make an altar for the LORD your God, do not put beside it a wooden symbol of the goddess Asherah. 22+ And do not set up any stone pillar for idol worship; the LORD hates them.
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Construction has begun on Valdosta State University's (VSU) new Health Sciences and Business Administration Building (HSBA) located on the school's campus in Valdosta, Georgia. KBR Building Group is providing construction services for the LEED registered project — currently valued at $31 million.
On Thursday, October 4, KBR Building Group's project leadership joined the University and other team members for a formal groundbreaking ceremony. "We are looking forward to helping VSU realize the dream of three university presidents by delivering this new facility," said Jay Porter, project executive. "We are particularly proud of the fact that our subcontracting plan includes local, small and diverse subcontractors and suppliers, and look forward to a safe successful project."
The 140,000-square-foot-HSBA — sited on the Rea and Lillian Steele North Campus — will house six Health Sciences programs: Nursing (including Dental Hygiene Program with Wiregrass Georgia Technical College), Communication Sciences and Disorders, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology, Social Work, and Health Care Administration. The new facility will allow VSU to expand existing programs and develop new degrees to produce more healthcare professionals. Architectural design is being provided by Heery International and Ellis, Ricket and Associates.
The project is scheduled for completion by December 2013.
Project Background
The vision for the HSBA building began under the leadership of Dr. Ronald M. Zaccari, Valdosta State president from 2002-2008, and it became part of the university's 2004 and 2007 master plans. In the early stages, Zaccari began discussions with South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC), to develop a plan that would increase academic health care opportunities for the citizens of South Georgia and the state.
This is KBR Building Group's second project awarded by the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) in partnership with the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. In 2011, KBR Building Group completed a new School of Dentistry for the Georgia Health Sciences University (formerly Medical College of Georgia) in Augusta.


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Children in today's generation are more prone to indoor games as opposed to outdoor games. Children today spend significant amounts in playing video games and watching TV. At this point, it is important to highlight that indoor games have adversely affected children's lives as exemplified by the increasing cases of obesity among them and the prevalence of heart conditions.
If the situation is not countered, it is predicted that the lifespan of children will reduce amicably. Encouraging children to indulge more in outdoor play is one of the ways of alleviating the problems brought by indoor play.
Parents and teachers need to encourage children to go outside and connect with the natural environment. Children who engage in outdoor play are happier, stronger, and most importantly, healthier.
1. Health benefits
Undoubtedly, the health benefits of outdoor play for kids cannot be denied. Children who play outside are less prone to diseases and illnesses as their immune system is strong.
During outdoor play, children roll, run, jump, and hide and that way they exercise and get Vitamin D. When children spend time in the playgrounds, they reverse the chances of being obese and even having heart conditions.
The moderate and vigorous activities they involve in go a long way to strengthen their immune systems, thus they are healthier as compared to those who spend hours playing for instance video games.
2. Connecting with nature
Importance of outdoor play for kids is realized as they interact with the outside environment. Playing outdoor games such as riding the bicycle or driving their favorite ride on the car helps children connect directly with nature and thus appreciate the beauty of our natural environment.
More so, children learn the importance of protecting our environment and thus safeguarding their future and that of generations of them.Some children like playing in muddy outdoor environments and it makes them explorative and thus is a good thing.
Additionally, during their play, they tend to enjoy fresh air, an experience that is thrilling. This way, children appreciate the processes of nature as they connect with the natural sceneries and different conditions.
3. Emotional and mental growth
Kids also explore the outside environment during play and discover things on their own. For instance, they may discover weathered leaves and may want to know the reasons why. Furthermore, children are relieved of stress as they engage in unstructured outdoor games.
We may think that children do not have stress, but pediatrics have clarified that children are sometimes stressed and cannot express themselves. Unconsciously, vigorous play heals their emotional wellbeing and burns off negative energies such as anxiety and depression.
4. Enhances better sleep
As children play outside, they engage in moderate to vigorous exercise that makes them sleep better. It is crucial to note that when children are playing, every muscle in their bodies is involved. At the end of the day, they become tired and when they sleep, they are likely to sleep for longer hours.
The relationship between sleep and health in children is well documented by health experts. More so, children's brains develop correctly during sleep. Children playing outside are therefore more likely to grow and develop their full potential and thus live happier lives.
5. Improved social skills
As children play outside, they interact with their playmates and thus develop social skills. In addition, as they communicate with each other, they develop communication skills as they learn and exchange ideas from one another. This means that their language will be enhanced if they play outside.
Furthermore, children become more confident and their attitude is life is greatly influenced. They become more proactive even in real life situations. Besides, as they engage in outdoor games without supervision, they learn the importance of independence and thus become better individuals in the future.
6. Learning
As kids play outside, they develop and realize their learning capabilities. That's why parents and children are encouraged to invest more in outside play equipment as opposed to indoor play equipment.
The outdoor environment helps children to connect what they learn in class to what they see in the environment. In other words, the ability to learn is one of the most important lesson of outdoor play.
The outer environment encourages kids to see learning as a continuous process that not only takes place in the classroom but also outside the classroom.
7. Developing resilience
Playing outside is indeed more challenging, yet exciting than engaging in indoor games. It is true to say that kids who play outside are more resilient than those who play indoors.
An advantage of outdoor play for kids is realized as children play with their age mates. Sometimes, they conflict with each other and they are expected to defend themselves since adults are often away from the playgrounds.
Developing resilience is one of the crucial benefits of outdoor play for kids.At their tender ages is a good life skill that will play a critical role in their future. In the future, it will evident that kids that involved in outside play will appreciate the struggles of life and approach life in a much positive way.
8. Character and personality development
Outside play encourages children to express themselves fully, which could hardly be achieved during indoor play. The development of their real personalities takes place outside as they play with their mates.
Some discover that they can communicate very well while others can assemble people and organize games very well. For instance, when two kids involved in a conflict, one of them acts as the peacemaker thus discovering their character and abilities.
9. Creativity
When kids are away from the confinement of indoor environment, their brains are stimulated to be more creative. Their imagination of the world is increased and they become more open to ideas.
For instance, kids during their play hide creatively more than their counterparts who lock themselves at home. They see objects in the outside environment that quickly enhances their creativity. Their creativity is amazingly stimulated during outdoor play.
The wellbeing of kids is directly related to the kind of play they involve in. Children who play outside are more likely to tap into the benefits of outdoor activities. From the freedom to the exercise, to the socializing, the wellbeing of children is enhanced. Kids feel happier and are calmer.
The benefits of outdoor play for kids are far-reaching and therefore parents, guardians, and teachers should encourage children to play outside. The freedom experienced by kids while playing outside makes them independent and creative thinkers and in future, they are more likely to exhibit these qualities.
Besides, their emotional and mental growth is well developed during outside play. Furthermore, the health benefits gained while playing makes outdoor games even more appealing.


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CLEVELAND (AP) The Cleveland Indians have placed infielder Mike Aviles on the family medical emergency list for the second time this season.
Aviles' 4-year-old daughter, Adriana, was diagnosed with leukemia in May and has been undergoing treatment at Cleveland Clinic. Aviles was at the hospital with his daughter Friday before arriving at Progressive Field, and he then left to return to the hospital before the start of that night's game against Oakland. On Saturday, he called manager Terry Francona to say, ''I need to be there.''
''This will allow Mike to be with his family,'' Francona said.
Aviles was originally on the list from May 8-14 and was moved to the restricted list from May 15-17 before returning to the Indians.
Several Cleveland players, coaches and front office employees, including owner Paul Dolan, shaved their heads in support of Aviles' family.
A player can be on the family emergency list for 3-7 days. Aviles is batting .250 with four home runs and nine RBIs in 54 games.
Infielder Jose Ramirez was recalled from Triple-A Columbus. He began the season as Cleveland's starting shortstop but batted .180 in 46 games and was sent down June 7


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Regardless of the status or length of a marriage, there are serious financial changes that will occur. Those financial changes need to be addressed by both parties in a divorce in Pennsylvania. Once both parties address these immediate financial concerns and obligations, the divorce process may move forward more smoothly, and each party may have a clearer sense of where he or she stands financially after the divorce.
Financial steps for Pennsylvania couples going through divorce
Federal law pertaining to child support could land dad in jail
Violation of a child support agreement can lead to serious consequences, including jail time in some cases. If a Pennsylvania parent falls behind in child support payments for any reason, understanding the consequences is vital. It is also vital to know about a federal law pertaining to back due support and the ability to move to another state, as moving away has led to possible jail for one dad in particular.
Equitable distribution of property can involve pets
Many families have a deep attachment to their pets. For some family members, the attachment and love for a family pet can be just as important as the love for a child. This can be evident in Pennsylvania courts as property division agreements can involve disputes concerning the fate of these pets. While still legally regarded as property, more and more courts are taking individual cases into consideration and implementing creative resolutions when equitable distribution of property involves a pet.
New law may help parents behind in child support
When a parent fails to pay court-ordered child support for whatever reason, there may be serious consequences handed down, including wage garnishment or loss of a driver's license. If a parent loses his or her Pennsylvania driver's license due to lack of payment of child support, that parent's livelihood and ability to pay in the future may be further jeopardized. One state has enacted a law to help parents who are behind in child support avoid losing their jobs by offering them a chance for obtaining a special driver's license.
Child custody can get complicated at start of school year
The beginning of the school year can be a hectic and chaotic time for any parent. When parents are divorced and in the midst of working on a child custody agreement, the beginning of the school year can complicate the situation even more. Pennsylvania parents may find the following tips helpful as they navigate co-parenting challenges in the beginning of the school year.


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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and Libraries
Even before the "stimulus bill†was signed into law in February, librarians in Vermont and across the country were hard at work trying to make sure that some of this money gets to libraries. There are still many unanswered questions about this funding package and new information trickles in each week. DOL is in regular contact with State officials and also with the ALA Washington Office and other state library agencies and I will pass along news as it comes our way.
Some of the biggest money will come to the State of Vermont, in the "Stabilization Funds.†Most or all of that money that comes directly to the state will be directed to projects other than libraries. But there are other ARRA funding programs that are potential sources for us to tap. Read below for tips:
Public Libraries: make sure you are in communication with your town officials. Municipalities will receive a portion of the stabilization money and libraries could be eligible public projects.


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Adobe homes are unique, with special needs and knowledge to maintain them at their peak efficiency. If you are in the process of purchasing an adobe home, are unsure of what you are buying and need professional advice, I can help.
I have done many inspections and analysis' of adobe homes. For a reasonable fee, you can have my thirty years of working on and preserving adobe homes at your disposal. Even if you do not live in Tucson, I can still assist you. With the advent of smart phones and "FaceTime," you can walk around your potential home in real time and show me the property, a remarkable aspect of modern technology.
Below is an approximately two minute sample of an almost forty minute phone consultation I recently completed in March of 2018 (see more details on this particular consultation and how you can access the complete project by scrolling down near the end of this page). This will give interested listeners an idea of what you can expect to learn and see with the full, paid version:
In March of 2017, I received an email from Jay G. in Texas. Jay is interested in purchasing an old, circa 1900 or earlier mud adobe building in Marfa, TX. He hired me to do a phone consultation with him while he walked around the property in Marfa. Using his Android smart phone, my iPhone, and utilizing a real-time Facebook live-link feed via Messenger, I was able to inspect the property while Jay did the videoing…all done within the comfort of my own home.
Technology is remarkable and only getting better. Jay was informed by someone that this particular building was a tear-down; wisely, he sought out an alternate opinion and he searched on the Internet and found my website. Though the building was indeed in rough shape and some of it would have to be torn-down, much of it was salvageable. My expert opinion helped Jay to make the decision he needed to.
Even if you don't have a smart phone, as long as you have a decent digital camera and know how to download pictures to my email address (firstname.lastname@example.com), I can still help you.
People frequently call me from across the country because they cannot find a local expert to help them with their adobe home needs. With the internet, I can become your "virtual" inspector and help you with your adobe home purchase.
Most problems can be solved by my minimum consultation fee of $125.00. For this, I will look over the pictures you send me, ask a series of questions to find out as much information on the problem from your perspective as possible, and formulate a repair/restoration plan. Then, I will walk you through the actual steps of the repair/restoration process, as well as provide a needed material list for you to purchase. Call Roy Spears at (520) 331-4004 for more details. Or email me at firstname.lastname@example.com
For more complicated issues, the fee can be higher. After viewing the photos a client initially sends me, I can then determine the approximate cost of the analysis. I will inform you upfront if I anticipate the cost will exceed the typical $125.00 fee and you can decide whether or not you wish to proceed.
Actual consultation of a 1939 adobe home now available
Recently (March of 2018), Eleni R. contacted me to consult on her parents adobe home; her extensive Internet search to find a local adobe preservation/restoration professional proved fruitless. After Eleni discovered me on the web and initiated contact via email, I was hired for a $125 consultation.
I recorded the conversation with Eleni's permission. After undergoing some helpful editing, I added the pictures she sent me to the audio track. The result is an approximate 40 minute video/audio uploaded to Youtube that is an excellent and valuable resource for anyone who may need my professional consulting services for their home or project.
For $19.95, you can watch and listen to the video of this paid consultation with Eleni. You will learn valuable and critical information that directly addresses the unique preservation needs of an adobe home and view the actual photographs of the project sent to me by a paid client—at a cost of approximately 85% less than the actual rate.
This steeply discounted rate of a regular priced consultation will help you in deciding whether or not my professional services could be of value to your project. At the very least, you will gain knowledge and information that will be invaluable to your own adobe home and in protecting and preserving one of life's most valuable assets.
To take advantage of this unique offer, click on the PayPal link directly below this paragraph. After paying your $19.95 fee and I receive confirmation from PayPal that your funds have been deposited, I will send you the link to the video. No one will be able to view the video without being provided the required link:
Note: If you have problems with the above link, please call or text me at (520) 331-4004 or email me at: firstname.lastname@example.com
Below is an approximately two minute sample of the almost forty minute phone consultation (this is the same sample found in the beginning of this article):
An Added Bonus:
Included in your $19.95 payment, I will provide you another link that will take you to a password protected page here on my website concerning another consultation I did with another client, Eric.
He contacted me because of a myriad of mysterious holes he had in the adobes of his home, sending me several pictures of the problem.
Here is one of the pictures:
After viewing the pictures and confident I could help solve his problem and answer the mystery, Eric hired me. You will read how this consultation developed, the help it provided Eric, and the opportunity to view additional photos from the project.


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Lodge to Lodgeoffered by supplier M09984 (read about supplier)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 6 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 4 people
Destination(s): Chile
Specialty Categories: Hiking & Trekking
Season: November - March
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 2935 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 5000 US Dollar (USD)
Day 1: Visit Magellanic Penguins and transfer to Park. Late morning collection from airport or hotel. Drive to see the cute burrowing Magellanic Penguins at their colony in Otway Sound. There will be plenty of time to observe and photograph these fascinating creatures before continuing on across the Patagonian Steppe where you will have your first opportunity to see some of the unusual plant and animal life that exists in this area. After a short stop in Puerto Natales, the capital of the Ultima Esperanza region of southern Chile, we will continue on towards the mountain peaks ahead of us.
Our route takes us west for a spectacular drive alongside the turquoise waters of Sarmiento Lake before eventually arriving at our base for the night, the beautifully situated hosteria Mirador del Payne. This very comfortable converted Estancia has, we feel, one of the most beautiful settings of any of the Park hotels. Its position beside the aptly named Green Lake with its incredible mountain views is truly inspirational. In addition, its more remote location ensures a more tranquil feel compared to some of the other park accommodations. The lakeshore is a great place to stroll in the evening spotting the wild geese and ducks bobbing in the water. Dinner will be in the restaurant offering an excellent variety of local foods and wine. Dinner included (drinks available at extra cost).
Day 2: Hike Sierra del Toro and on to Serrano River. After a filling breakfast we will be starting our hiking along the shores of Laguna Verde through some ancient southern beech forests and through grassy valleys towards the Sierra del Toro. This is a great introductory hike with fairly flat terrain, soft grassy trails and incredible mountain and lake views. After a few hours hiking we will reach the Mirador del Toro where we will witness the southern landscape from above. Crammed with more than its fair share of fast flowing rivers, snow capped granite peaks and iceberg-choked lakes it is a sight to behold.
After some time spent here, we will start the steep descent of this scree slope to the pampas below. Lunch will be taken in the valley before a visit to the national park headquarters and visitors centre where your guide will further explain the park's history and show you the relief maps that illustrate the following days hiking. From here it is a short distance to our accommodation in the comfortable Hotel Rio Serrano situated close to the Serrano River with views of the Paine Massif. This hotel is fairly new offering comfortable accommodation, a large living/dining area with log fires and a comfortable bar and good restaurant. The nearby river is an excellent place for fishing and there are good walks in the vicinity of the hotel.
For early risers amongst you, this area offers some of the most spectacular sunrises in all of Patagonia. Option to upgrade to Patagonia Camp, luxury yurts occupying a private and stunning location beside Lago Toro. Comfortable and independent tents with spectacular views of the Paine Massif each yurt has its own private bathroom and terrace and is fully equipped. Includes: (B), (L), (D) (drinks with dinner available at extra cost)
Day 3: Boat to Glacier face. Afternoon hike or fishing. After breakfast, we will transfer across the pampas for the short walk to the amazing Grey Lake. After crossing the small footbridge, we will walk through an ancient forest and down onto the shores of these grey waters. The sight of the toothpaste blue iceberg chunks floating in the comparitively dull grey waters of the lake is surreal. The huge mass of white behind the icebergs is Grey Glacier, the largest in the park. After our walk we will board the new Grey 2 launch and set off into the iceberg choked lake towards the walls of this spectacular Glacier. The short boat trip will give us up close and personal views of this spectacle as well as stunning views of Paine Grande and surrounding mountains. After our return to the dock those still with energy can opt for a hike up to a stunning viewpoint of the entire western side of the park or take the van back to our accommodation at either the Hotel Rio Serrano or Patagonia Camp. Includes: (B), (L), (D) (drinks available at extra cost).
Day 4: Hike across the heart of the Park. After breakfast we will pack our lunches and take the short drive to the start of our 'up and over' route across the heart of the park. This is a beautiful walk that sees very few hikers. It cuts through some incredibly diverse scenery including verdant green valleys, ancient beech forests, azure lakes, cascading waterfalls and wide open plains. Condors hover above the nearby mountain peaks while herds of guanaco scatter as we approach.
Our views are constantly dominated by the granite peaks of the Paine Massif to our left. After a full day's hiking, we will be reunited with our van and driver for the short transfer to the comfortable Estancia Tercera which will be our base for the next two nights. Situated on the eastern perimeters of the Park this authentic estancia property has some of the most spectacular views in the Park. Country-style accommodation in the pretty, wooden guest house with all the comforts of home including hot baths, comfortable sofas and fireside relaxation. Includes: (B), (L), (D) (drinks available at extra cost).
Day 5: Hike to the base of the Towers. Today we will rise early for our transfer to today's trailhead (45 minutes approx). This is our most challenging hike to the base of the Towers themselves. We start off by walking through a flat valley and crossing some streams before an ascent of the first steep hill. Once at the top the scenery starts to change as we skirt mountains, cross fast flowing rivers and pass through pretty southern beech forests.
Our last effort takes us on a hop over glacial moraine to the top and the scenic rewards are truly spectacular. Lunch (for those who make it to the top) can be enjoyed in the shadow of these enormous granite peaks whilst watching the icebergs drift across a glacial pool of water. A memorable lunch spot and a highlight of every visitor's itinerary. After our descent we can pop into the nearby hotel bar for a well deserved pisco sour before joining our driver for the transfer back to our comfortable accommodation at Estancia Tercera Barranca. Includes: (B), (L), (D) (drinks available at extra cost).
Day 6: Transfer to Punta Arenas. Transfer to Punta Arenas to meet onward flights. Breakfast only.
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Incldes:
- All accommodation stated
- Transfers to and from airport or hotel in Punta Arenas and while in Park
- Guide throughout
- Vehicle support for luggage
- All meals stated (excluding drinks and personal items in hotels)
- Park and penguin fees.
Price Excludes:
- Flights
- Airport taxes
- Gratuities
- Accommodation and meals in Punta Arenas
- Lunches in Puerto Natales.
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M09984 is a tour operator based in southern Patagonia's quaint waterside town of Puerto Natales. Run by the original founders, it is a small Anglo-Chilean company which has been organizing wilderness adventure travel in and around Southern Patagonia for nearly 20 years. We offer three services depending on the...


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Old is GOLD
I'm a mother of 5 married children, I have 10 darling grand children with fun and crazy personalities. They help to keep me young. I love the outdoors and love to garden. Just something about getting my hands into that dirt that I can't explain. Mother Nature has a hold on me! Also love decorating my home and thrifting. I'm crazy for anything rusty, old, or chippy! I enjoy quilting, but have slowed down a lot. Love life and people. They help to fill my cup!
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you also love dumpster diving
- March 4, 2009 at 7:14 AM
- Kylee said...
Oh mother! your blog is wonderful!
Dad wasn't to happy about his reference in this post.
..please..no pole dancing.
- March 4, 2009 at 2:51 PM
- Peg said...
I am so glad you love that old ladder. I have to admit it sure looks cute with all those beautiful quilts hanging on it. Something you might see in Better Homes and Garden or some other magazine that is chuck full of darling ideas for the home. I am so lucky to have you for a friend because you just simply inspire me. When they said we had to get rid of the ladder at work I knew instantly who I wanted to have it. Tell Shultz I will not find anymore old stuff for you. Tell him also I don't think he looks too bad for an old guy. He still has a long ways to go before you could call him and antique.
- March 5, 2009 at 3:39 PM
- Shaleace said...
I love it! I can't wait to see it in person. Congrats on learning to add photos to your blog. I will be expecting to see more.
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When sepsis, a condition that results when infection enters the bloodstream, occurs the immune system is greatly compromised when the body attempts to put the proper defenses in place. However, if existing health concerns are an issue (i.e., such as cancer, a recent surgery, AIDS, or immune deficiency due to advanced age) a blood infection can be life threatening.
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Have you heard of the new Transloc Rider app? If not, you're missing out!
TransLoc, a leading provider of transit technology across the country, partnered with Uber and the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) to launch a pilot of the TransLoc Rider mobile app in Memphis. The app helps connect several modes of transport to make getting from here to there as simple as possible.
One of the biggest barriers to using public transportation is the distance to and from the closest transit stop, often called the "first/last mile gap." The TransLoc Rider app addresses this problem by supplementing MATA's fixed-service routes with Uber and removing the complexities of trip planning when multiple modes are required.
Users simply enter their final destination and the app calculates the best route, combining walking, transit and Uber. It provides several options that optimize for price and time to destination. You can even hail and book your Uber driver directly through the app!
The team behind the effort hopes the pilot will increase and attract new riders to MATA and increase usage of public transit. According to research, the more that people use shared modes of transportation the more likely they are to use transit.
"We are excited to partner with TransLoc and Uber to help expand options for our customers," said Ron Garrison, CEO of MATA. "As technology advances, transit agencies must embrace it and find a way to make it effective for all customers."
You can download TransLoc Rider through the app store or at www.translocrider.com


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November 2017
Dear partners and interested parties,
we are happy to announce that the registration for the Transport Research Arena (TRA) in 2018 is now open! But there is more great news in the smart mobility universe: the Austrian toll sticker is going digital and facts you might not have known about E-Mobility to be found in an interesting reality check on the topic.
Enjoy reading!
Your smart-mobility Team
Register now and secure the Early Bird prices. With this registration, you will be able to access high level discussions, as well as an exhibition with interactive presentations. Early Bird prices will be available until the 29th of January 2018. To purchase your ticket please register at the registration tool. >>> more
Owners of motorcycles and cars have the opportunity to choose a toll sticker in digital form, starting with in November 2017. It is possible to purchase the motorway permit sticker in a digital form at the web shop of ASFINAG or at the "Unterwegs" app. The period of validity and price of the toll sticker remain the same. >>> more
The European harmonisation of C-ITS has been pushed significantly with the presence of C-Roads at the Digital Transport Days in Tallinn from 8 to 10 November 2017. In addition to its own stand in the exhibition area, also a closed session was held, in which eight new countries were welcomed as new members of the platform. >>> more
In order to pave the way for intermodal mobility in Sweden, the Austrian IT-Company Fluidtime and the start-up UbiGo have decided to bundle their business for a joint project. The mobility-service-app UbiGo will be introduced in a pilot project in Stockholm by the beginning of 2018. >>> more
On 8 November 2017, AustriaTech organised the workshop "Sharing Mobility - Mobile Together" at Tech Gate Vienna. At the national level, numerous sharing stakeholders from all over Austria met for the first time to jointly discuss challenges and potentials for the further promotion of carsharing in the sense of the objectives of the Austrian overall traffic plan. We have put together a review for you. >>> more
Reality Check E-Mobility: Electric mobility is an important factor in the reduction of greenhouse gases in the transport sector. But what does it actually do for the climate?
The startup survey Patternshift aims to enable a sustainable and benefit-oriented interaction between established and new organisations. First results will be available in January 2018. The survey is in German.
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Google has bought YouTube..and it's FREE.
YouTube is now the 2nd largest search engine…and it's free!!! It's time to jump on this BEFORE your competition does.
If you have multiple videos about your field, you will dominate the first page and become to "Go To" person in your area.
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Tu Hi To Meri Dost Hai
Listened to this number on FM a few days ago, and before I knew it was from Yuvraaj, written by Gulzar and composed and sung (in part) by A R Rehman, I was humming it all the time. I simply can't get it off my head. Everytime I listen to it, I find myself in a different world.
Gulzar is superb, much better than Akhtar, who disappointed me with his kale-neele-peele songs in Rock On. Plus the refrain by Rehman. You have to listen to it to feel it. One more reason this track is particularly intriguing is because it talks about a 'dost' rather than the hundreds of synonyms for a beloved. There are a lot of songs on dosti but not often do you listen to 'meri' dost.
I could probably put it as my most favourite song of 2008. A very close contender would be Teri Ore from Singh is King, which, though quite soothing to the ears, lacks in the emotional content in this one.
There were a few more ear-friendly songs this year, not listed in any particular order:
What do you think? Do you feel this is the best song of the year or am I getting too emotional?
Aaja main hawaon mein bitha ke le chaloon/ Tu hi to/ Tu hi to meri dost hai...


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Grandview Golf Club is the oldest public golf course in York County.The front nine was built in the early twenties and the back nine was added in the mid thirties. Grandview is a traditional style classic course that challenges players of all levels. The layout features quick greens with subtle breaks that require a deft putting game. The golf course features small flat greens, shallow sand bunkers, and narrow fairways. A stream winds through the front nine coming into play on seven of the holes. Grandview is known for its mini "amen corner" with three challenging holes in a row. The back nine consists of three par 5s, two par 4s, and four par 3s, with two of the par 3s measuring over 230 yards from the back tees.Grandview is not just a golf course.Grandview's facilities include a pro shop, practice green, breakfast/lunch cafe and an indoor banquet center and outdoor pavilion with on-site catering. We have a banquet room which can seat up to 100 people. Our banquet room is versatile and can fit to your needs. We also have a cafe which serves breakfast and lunch starting at 6am. Menu specials daily.
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Time for another update, hot off the gaming table:
The PCs have just left Alpha, heading across the Sea of Dawn toward Alphatia. The trip takes 5 days, during which time there really isn't any serious action; Alendalan practices his scroll-making skills, Hathalon makes whoopie with Captain Marakaz, and the others mostly sulk from lack of combat.
They head for Trollhattan, passing a little too close to Alphak's Volcano on the way. There they run into a swarm of Robber Flies, which some heavy spellfire makes short work of.
Making it to Trollhattan the PCs are shocked by the weirdness of Alphatian culture (especially the culture of Trollhattan), but adapt as best as possible. Before touching down, Capt. Marakaz had warned Galafilo and Sir Firearm that as non-magic users they would be treated as second-class lifeforms; she also warns the party as a whole that Trollhattan is largely populated by spellcasting monsters and even the undead, and that all of these beings are legal citizens of Alphatia, who should NOT be killed for the loot!
The majority of the PCs choose to stay in the ship that night, rather than risk injuring some kind of Alphatian cultural taboo. But the two elves, as usual, choose curiosity over security. Hathalon takes Marakaz out to an expensive Ogrish restaurant, while Alendalan meets a group of Dryad chicks and takes them out to "Vlad's", a hot nightclub ("don't worry", he's told, "Vlad's not a vampire.. he's just a Lich").
Hathalon only has a night-time encounter with a rogue Mummy, who he and Capt. Marakaz dispatch with little difficulty.
But Alendalan, after a night of wining and dining the ladies, finds himself having to pay a large bar-tab without any Alphatian currency. He manages to reach an accord with Vlad, paying him with a +2 Sword instead of money.
But it turns out the Dryads were just playing Alendalan, they let him walk them to the palatial estate of "their lady" and then bid him goodnight. Alendalan feels suckered, but is about to bow out gracefully anyways, when his intelligent sword (crafted by Valerias) decides that Alendalan must find love; so the sword takes control of Alendalan's mind, and therefore the character.
When the rest of the PCs wake up the next day they find out that Alendalan did not come back that night. After a bit of investigation, they discover that Alendalan tried to illegally break into the palace of the king and queen of Limn, and has been detained by the Ministry of Homeland Defence on suspicion of being a Thyatian spy.
They set about a plan to get him out, by hiring Korg, the brilliant Ogre-Mage/Lawyer ("he's multi-class!"), to try to get Alendalan out. Korg declares that he laughs at the MHD, and swears to the PCs that "Korg will free your puny elf-friend!".
While Sir Firearm and Corwyn were exchanging money to pay for Korg, Hathalon and Galafilo went to the University of Trollhattan to have a chat with a Gold Dragon who teaches history there. He's a friendly sort of guy, and invites them back to his tower (A twenty-story building with 19 floors of loot!) for tea and conversation. They have a very pleasant time, learn a few useful things about Blackamoor and the history of Glantri, and manage to trade some trinkets they picked up at the hollow world for Alphatian currency and a bag of holding.
Once that's done, the whole party heads off to the detention camp where Alendalan is being held. He is interrogated as a suspected spy, and the Alphatians let slip that even though Alendalan appears to be telling the truth, they no longer trust their truth-detecting magic, since the Glantrian assassins who killed General Torenal, and the ones who destroyed the Temples of Asterius and eventually destroyed Aasla also got unclear results from truth-detection. The MHD suspects that the Glantrians have some kind of artefact that thwarts truth-detecting magic.
Korg gets to make his case before a magistrate, and the PCs await nervously, but finally Kort returns proclaiming Victory!
He managed to convince the "puny judge" that the "puny Elf's" sword had dominated him, and since the sword is both intelligent and magic-using it should be the one detained, and not Alendalan.
As such, Alendalan is freed, but loses his just-acquired intelligent sword. Plus, the fact that just a day earlier he had given away his other magic sword means that he's reduced to using his normal sword (of continual light); pretty sad for a tenth level elf.
Capt. Marakaz orders the Tyrant to make way to Shiye Lawr immediately, en route to Sundsvall. The PCs say their thankyous and goodbye's to Korg, and head off.
The next day they are flying over the mountains toward Alfleish when Alendalan spots a gargoyle trying to hide from the Tyrant. The Alphatians mention that its probably part of a gang of rogue (masterless) gargoyle bandits who have been causing trouble in that region. The PCs decide to go down and investigate.
They get down there, and get into combat with five gargoyles, which they dispatch quickly. They head into the cave where the gargoyles made their hideout, but suddenly hear a rumbling up ahead of them.
They see, making its way toward them, a Gargantuan Gargoyle!
The PCs rush back to the mouth of the cave, Hathalon fires a lightning bolt, and Alendalan casts Conjure Elemental to get an earth elemental to start fighting the Gargoyle.
Corwyn casts dispel evil, but the gargoyle makes its save.
But then Sir Firearm rushes in. He is hasted, thanks to the spell Hathalon cast earlier. In one round, he drops the massive beast.
(this, by the way, has convinced me that I'm going to have to start pitting them against seriously tougher opponents)
The PCs find a bit of loot, only a few thousand GPs worth, a potion of dreamspeach, and a +2 dagger of silencing.
They travel on, and the next night arrive in the city of Alfleish.
So ends this session.


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Parish Council Meeting Minutes - 16th January 2006
These are draft minutes to be approved at the next meeting.
Warsop Parish Council
Town Hall, Church Street
Market Warsop, Mansfield, Notts.NG20 0AL
Tel: 01623 846011
MINUTES of the Parish Council meeting held on Monday 16th January, 2006 in
the Council Chamber, Town Hall, Market Warsop at 18.30 hours.
Present: Cllrs. J. Kerr (Chairman), P. Crawford (Vice-Chairman), R. Morton (Mansfield District Councillor), S. Shields (Mansfield District Councillor), B. Smith, V. Jennings and D. Priest.
Also Present: Peter Thom, Highways NCC, Carol Moon, Meden Valley Making Places
(MVMP), Stuart Moody, Carnival Committee, Neighbourhood Wardens, a member
of the public and a CHAD reporter.
Apologies for Absence: Cllrs. J. Allin (Nottinghamshire County Councillor), A. Wetton, (Mansfield District Councillor), D. Avison, M. Kavanagh and L. Graham. Apologies noted and accepted.
The Chairman drew the attention of Members to the requirement for them to declare any personal or prejudicial interests related to agenda items.
CCTV/Age Concern - Cllr. J. Allin
Christmas Lights/Welbeck Colts - Cllr. A. Wetton
Meden Vale 2000 - Cllrs. S. Shields, R. Morton, J. Kerr and V. Jennings
Warsop and Villages Enterprise Society WAVES - Cllrs. J. Allin, R. Morton, S. Shields and M. Kavanagh
Friends of the Carrs - Cllr. L. Graham
Church Warsop Tenants & Residents Association/Meden Under 5's - Cllr. M. Kavanagh.
Leicester Housing Association - Cllr. V. Jennings
Market Warsop Traders Association - Cllr. A. Wetton
Warsop in Bloom - Cllr. B. Smith
Association of Labour Councillors - Cllrs. A. Wetton, J. Allin, S. Shields and R. Morton.
Minutes for the Parish Council meeting Monday 21st November, 2005 were accepted as a true record.
The Chairman introduced Stuart Moody, Carnival Committee, he told members the dates for this year's carnival are 8th and 9th July, acts are booked but awaiting confirmation and there will be a sponsored bungee jump. Stuart asked if the Parish Council is to continue to support the Carnival, the chairman replied that financially the Parish Council will provide £4,000 and other support as provided in the past. He also asked members for their opinion about a Town Crier for Warsop, it would be a volunteer position and the Carnival would apply for funding for a uniform. The Council agreed it would be a good idea and would support the project.
Stuart thanked the Parish Council for all their continued support.
The Chairman then introduced Carol Moon, Community Participation Officer, MVMP who gave an update on the Royal Estate and Warsop Vale. The Compulsory Purchase Orders Inquiry starts tomorrow and a letter of support was signed by the Chairman and handed to Carol for her to present tomorrow at the Civic Centre, there are no objections from the Royal Estate but there are from Warsop Vale. More demolition work is taking place, Pizza Stop has now been purchased and plans for the Royal Estate will be available soon. A visit had also been made to schools with Mark, Neighbourhood Warden to deter children playing on the Royal Estate, making them aware of the dangers. She also informed members that the website had been launched and will keep The Clerk informed of all developments. Cllr. P. Crawford asked if the car parking spaces would be more than 1½ per dwelling. Peter Thom replied that this is the National Standard and would not be increased.
Peter Thom from NCC Highways Department was introduced by the Chairman, and
he gave an update on the suggestions regarding various highways issues in
the Parish from a meeting that took place a year ago:
1. Hetts Lane - Looking into double yellow lines at the edge of the junction but is not high priority as there have been no reported accidents there.
2. Eastlands Lane - Will put a bid in for traffic lights.
3. Church Street - A bid could be submitted to BBC for improvements. Bollards could be put in to stop people parking on kerbs but the new enforcement laws coming in soon to stop motorists parking on kerbs, could deter people as the fines are high.
4. Audible crossing outside Town Hall - Will not be done as noises just confuse the blind.
5. Somerfield Drop Kerbs - MDC looking at putting in extra guard rails but are waiting for funding but still looking at putting refuges back in.
6. Unused Bus Shelters - have been taken down in Church Warsop and Meden Vale will be getting new ones when the design has been decided.
7. Spion Kop A60 - the concerns regarding the new housing development will be looked at with the planning department, it is possible that the developer may have to put refuges or a crossing in.
8. Cuckney Hill A60 - Peter suggested a letter from the Parish Council to the Police to do a mobile speed check in this area and he will look at a bid for interactive signage to be placed coming down the hill before the cemetery.
9. A one-way system was also discussed incorporating Clumber Street but in Peter's opinion this is not a good idea but if the Parish Council wish to pursue it a bid could be made to BBC through Cllr. John Allin.
10. Eastlands Lane at Meden Vale - Cllr. V. Jennings asked Peter Thom about more speed restrictions on this road as some motorists are not slowing down for the crossing, again Peter suggested a letter to the Police for a mobile speed unit.
The Chairman thanked Stuart, Carol and Peter for attending the meeting and asked if the member of public had anything he wished to ask, he replied he was interested in the item on the agenda regarding the derelict building at the side of the Town Hall.
7491. MATTERS ARISING OUT OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION - As the Chairman had allowed discussion to take place there were no matters arising.
Wardens gave their report informing the meeting that 12 ASBOS are to be issued in the Parish and a raid had taken place up at the Sand Bowl with Motorbike riders being turned away and cautions issued. A copy of an e-mail from Inspector Sam Wilson was given to each member updating the situation with officers in Warsop and a new PCSO has started but is still in training, there was also an explanation regarding the motorbike.
a. Bentinck Terrace - single storey side extension.
b. Royal Estate - demolition of 15 properties - The Clerk read out which properties were to be demolished and no comments were made.
A copy of a letter from Ruth Marlow, Managing Director of MDC, was sent out to all members detailing the difficulties regarding the ownership, The Chairman read out the terms of the copy lease which expired in July 2000, he suggest that further investigation is needed with a follow up letter to MDC.
As no reply has been received from Network Rail, the Chairman said that he would ring them and if he could not get a satisfactory answer would ask the Clerk to write to John Mann MP.
The Clerk reported that the meeting before Christmas with Elizabeth Sanders, Property Services, NCC was cancel due to illness but was still waiting to hear when Elizabeth Sanders is to return to work to arrange another meeting. The Chairman suggested another letter by sent stressing the urgency of this matter.
All members were given a copy of a letter received from Sally Curtis, Registrar for Cemeteries MDC., asking the Parish Council for further information. Cllr. B. Smith suggested as a lengthy discussion is required it be deferred to a F&GP meeting, all members agreed.
A summary of the paper was given to each member showing that it was more than breaking even at the end of this year and the success of the paper seems to be increasing. Cllr. P. Crawford wished to thank the Clerk for all her hard work bringing the paper from costing the Parish Council £1,000 per month, to making a small profit.
7499. ANNUAL RETURN 31st MARCH 2005
The Clerk reported that the return had been signed by Hacker Young and the recommendations from the Auditor are to be implemented, ensuring that a healthy General Reserve fund can be achieved.
All members were given copies of the review and recommendations, it was proposed, seconded and carried unanimously that the precept be set at £60,000 to comply with the Local Government Finance Act of 1992 and the advice given by the Auditors. A statement from the Chairman is to appear in the March edition of the Warsop & District News.
Lloyds TSB Current Account - 16 Jan 06 £3,575.29
Lloyds TSB Premier Account - 16 Jan 06 £17,906.30
Paid in for W&DN from 21/11/05 - 16/01/06 ... £1,680.00
It was agreed, unanimously, that the following accounts would be paid:
V0225 Delivery of W&DN - Feb 06 Edition . £180.00
V0226 Cash - Postage .. £40.00
a. Royal British Legion - The Clerk read out a thank you letter.
b. Each member was supplied with a copy of information from NALC a request for a training seminar was presented and all members agreed the Clerk should attend.
c. Nottingham East Midlands Airport - Public Exhibition Dates for the Master Draft Plan
7503. MEDEN VALLEY MAKING PLACES - Report already received
7504. MEDEN VALE 2000 - Minutes were circulated to all members for information.
7505. WARSOP AREA ASSEMBLY - Minutes were circulated to all members for information.
7506. WPRA/TOWN CENTRE GROUP - Minutes were circulated to all members for information.
As Cllr. J. Allin was absent from the meeting there was no report but the Clerk read out a letter from NCC stating that work on the Warsop Colliery Phase II Landscape and Reclamation scheme will commence today. She also gave every member a copy of a letter regarding the Notts Statement of Community Involvement pre-submission Draft 2005, the six week consultation period started on 6th Jan and will end 17th Feb 2006, giving members a chance to comment if they wished, the full document is available in the Clerks's Office. The Chairman pointed out two articles in Countylink of interest, one about a Parish Plan, which all members agreed would be a good idea and suggested the Clerk pursue the matter further with our Grants Officer, Cllr. L. Graham and come back to a future meeting with information. The other article being about Sherwood Forest becoming part of the Regional Park and a public meeting is to be held at the Oaklands on Thursday evening. Cllr. P. Crawford will attend.
Cllr. R. Morton had nothing to report as their first meeting of 2006 is not till 24th of this month.
The Chairman thanked everyone for attending and closed the meeting at 7.45pm
Signed Dated
Chairman Warsop Parish Council
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Rosewood Elementary
Illumine's nPOTT, May-August 2016
We're partnering with Rosewood this summer with one goal: support those teachers!
Every summer, Rock Hill offers people who are looking to live generously several opportunities to support students. This informative page from the Rock Hill Schools Education Foundation gives several examples, including the nationally recognized "Back the Pack" program. These are fantastic programs and we strongly encourage you, if you are looking to invest in the education of our community, to support them.
Along with serving the students, Illumine is partnering with Rosewood this year to support another valuable segment of our education system: the teachers. Teachers are the ones who buy the extra supplies when some run out, who keep extra food on hand for students without lunches, and who generously give of themselves each day for the sake of our community's children.
The supply drive
To support these teachers, we're conducting a supply drive - not for student supplies, but for classroom supplies. Rosewood has provided us with the following list (click here for a printable version) and we'll be collecting these items until August 12th, when we present the materials to the faculty at an appreciation luncheon we're putting together during the opening Teacher Work Week.
- Sanitizing wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Hand soap
- Tissues/Kleenex (big need)
- Paper towels
It's not a long list...which makes it that much more possible for us to provide several sets of these supplies to each classroom at Rosewood!
Supplies can be dropped of at Illumine on Sundays - doors are always open by 9am for Worship at 10am.


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Sometimes it seems easier to try and retreat.
To retreat from a fight. To retreat from work. To retreat from your life.
But where can you go? Sometimes home is where you are retreating from. Not everyone has a park or quiet street to roam. With animals, cars, sirens, alarms and the general chaos of the world…at times it feels like escaping by flight straight into the sky is the only option.
I actually considered that today on my commute to work. Just aiming my car into the sky and away from the pavement. Taking a few pieces of that cumulonimbus and squishing it into my ear until it tickled by ear drum and just….existing that way. No distractions at all. No life to deal with.
I retreat inside of myself. Deep, deep deeeeeep inside.
It feels almost like zoning out but being completely aware all at once. There are several places in my mind that I can be which are millions of miles from where my physical self is sitting.
It only takes a few seconds to get there. You know the seconds I am talking about. The seconds where you are aware of every cell in your body turning into a thick black tar that drains all life out of you,. The instant replay starts up where you wish life had a remote control and you start playing back moments and wishing you could edit the film. If only.
I take my little corner of the world with me wherever I go. It is something I never forget on the bathroom or kitchen counter like my phone or my lunch. I always take it, because on days like these I would have no where to go without it.
Right now I am sitting on the forest floor. The ground is dewy and covered in moss and I sit leaned against a tree so thick at the base I can't even put my arms around it. My favorite pale blue sundress is wrapped around me and falling in waves that fade to ripples. The tree canopy is highlighted by the warm sun creating golden shimmering ribbons that sparkle on the mossy floor. The ribbons make me wonder if the atmosphere is made of these ever shining force fields that we can be engulfed in at any moment if we were quick enough.
This is my favorite place. There is only the sound of wind and the taste of autumn even though it is the middle of summer.
I go here in my dreams when all of the excitement is too much. I just stare when I am here. Stare and watch my life flitter like the dancing ribbons before my eyes.
That is where I am. This is where I go.
Where do you go?
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