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In 2010 Barrick spun off its African operations (African Barrick Gold) for $834 million, generating capital to invest in an expansion if its African gold exploration and mining activities.
In terms of its US operations, in 2008 Barrick spent about $800 million to buy Arizona Star Resources, the prime attraction of which was Arizona Star's Cerro Casale gold project in Chile. An additional $455 million investment in 2010 gave Barrick a 75% controlling interest in the project, which is among the world's largest undeveloped gold and copper deposits. Kinross Gold Corp. owns the remaining 25%. That same year, it spent $1.7 billion for the remaining 40% of the Cortez Hills mining property in Nevada; Kennecott had owned that stake.
Thinking creatively about the high price of oil and energy in general, Barrick bought oil producer Cadence Energy for about $350 million in 2008. The idea behind it was to be able to supply itself with a significant portion of its total oil and natural gas needs. Earlier in the year, Cadence had agreed to be bought by Daylight Resources, but Barrick was able to work things out with Daylight not long after, and the company bought assets from Daylight Resources that are adjacent to the Cadence property. Barrick installed its own leadership at Cadence after the deal was completed and created a new unit called Barrick Energy.
In 2009 Barrick eliminated its gold hedges, and allowed the gold it produces to float with the market price. Gold hedges were contracts where Barrick had sold forward gold ounces and would receive a fixed price upon delivery. Such contracts had protected Barrick from drops in the market price of gold but prevented the company from realizing its full value when prices floated up.
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Rewriting and Editing is Not for Sissies!
Last week I started reading my first draft of The Sword Bearer's Ascension: Book 4 after months of creation without looking back to do any rewrites or edits. I took the advice of seasoned authors and wrote with the single-minded goal to finish the story and not check back on what I'd written (as I'd done with my other works) until it was time to do a rewrite. And what I discovered took my breath away!
I'm a Pantster. I do not outline or have a storyboard with cards and post-its all over my wall. I have one notebook which I use to remind myself of particular details I need to include in the story relating to characters or descriptions or vital plot twists that will make the story better and more exciting. Those thoughts come to me when I'm not writing but doing other things completely unrelated to the craft like brushing my teeth, washing dishes, watching TV, or when I'm just about to fall asleep – the latter being the best time to come up with great ideas. When I sit at my computer I allow the story to tell itself without any interference from my perfectionist brain. I do not have a muse (that I know of), but I do believe that my stories come from a place I cannot describe, a place where the magic happens – that source you cannot explain to someone who has never had the privilege of creating magic with words.
Whenever I write and allow this inexplicable process to take over, I am always left dumbfounded by what comes out of me. So, when I began reading from the beginning, I was amazed with the incredible detail and power and beauty of the story. "Did I write that?" I frequently asked myself as I tightened up my style, got rid of extraneous words and redundancies, and checked spelling, grammar, and punctuation. I have been drawn into the story anew; I experience the turmoil and chaos of the battle scenes, the love stories, the grief and joy of the characters I fell in love with – the characters that are so much a part of me that to say goodbye to them is a special kind agony reserved only for storytellers, I believe.
Rewriting is hard work; it requires an unemotional approach because it is meant to remove the detritus that accumulates, the bad habits that have crept into my writing I'm still trying to get rid of, and the stuff I know my readers won't be interested in. Sometimes its a brutal process, especially when you have to get rid of entire scenes or delete a sub-character you really love. But it is necessary in order to create a product as close to perfect as possible. (You do know that no work is ever perfect, right? That would remove the soul of any story.) Rewriting and editing polishes up the frenzied creating that went before, that first 'pen to paper' moment when the fire in your belly and brain is urging you to create just like an addict's urge to satisfy his cravings. The latter is the most exciting part of writing – for me, anyway. I have no inhibitions, I do not concern myself with perfect spelling, grammar, punctuation (my typing skills are not fantastic as it is), and I do not get in the way of whatever/whoever is working through me. And that is when the magic happens!!
My readers are going to be blown away by the final book, but before they get their hands on it, it's my responsibility to make it a smooth experience for them. It is my duty to make sure nothing creates a bump as they lose themselves in the story. My goal is to take them in so deep, to hypnotise them so completely, that when they are rudely pulled back into reality by the demands of normal life, they cannot remember the passing of time. All they do remember are the emotions of getting lost in a story so completely that time stood still for a little while.
Don't you want power like that? I do. I have never received a greater compliment than when one of my readers tells me they couldn't put my book down until they finished it – all 700 pages!
Rewriting is not for sissies, it isn't for those who are only interested in the emotional aspect and who do not care enough about the quality of their craft. I have posted on this before: Balance between passion and knowledge is vital. It takes experience and patience to rewrite in a way that keeps the passion/emotion/magic in the story alive and then compliments it with great grammar, punctuation, and style. If we can learn to find the balance then we can be better storytellers. I make sure I learn something new ever day to improve my craft. I encourage you to do the same.
I love reading your thoughts! Do you agree with having balance between passion (that first frenzied, magical draft) and knowledge (the more emotionally removed process of rewriting and editing)?
Life's Craziness Can Lead to Great Productivity and Progress . . . If You Take the Time to Rest
What a week!!! What with finishing NaNoWriMo before the deadline, and then chaos erupting in my life as though it was waiting in the shadows for days, watching and preparing for an all-out assault, it didn't get me down when it finally attacked! Instead, it showed me that no matter how tough things appear they're not really so bad. All I have to do is stop and breathe.
Since last week Wednesday, when we had an insane storm with hail the size of tennis balls sending Joburg into chaos, hubby and I experienced the added fun of the following: first, his hard drive decided it was done with life and shut down permanently, therefore we had to fork out money for another; secondly, our internet went down and knowing how notoriously slow our phone company is we phoned them with pretty low expectations. And our fears were justified when, five days later, we finally got the internet back only to be told that we now need a new modem because they'd upgraded our line to make it faster and the old one was no longer compatible! Aaarrgh! Another lot of money gone just before Christmas!! Then, (I think this is fourthly?!!) our outside drain decided to get blocked and our delightfully friendly chairlady of the Body Corporate told us it was our drain and at first she wasn't prepared to do anything about it and basically told us to sort it out ourselves. That is until I got all huffy (hubby is way too nice!) and explained why it couldn't be our drain as it was spewing out huge amounts of toilet paper, brown water, which smelled a lot like sewage, and cigarette buts – but we don't smoke, she does!!! Eventually, she called out the complex's plumber, who quickly discovered that the blockage was being caused by roots and he sorted it out at cost to the complex not us! Hallelujah!!
Now, it's so easy when things like this happen in quick succession to think that life and everything about it sucks, but when we realised that what we got out of it was a new powerful hard drive, a new powerful modem and faster internet, and a clean drain at no cost, hubby and I were very grateful, indeed. Sure, we are out of a pocket a bit, but my in-laws helped us out with the modem so, fortunately, we managed financially better than expected. All good!
Drawing a lesson from this chaotic, unexpected week, if I viewed the bad days – the frustrations and slogging that writing and promoting and selling my books sometimes bring me – I can either choose to wallow in misery or I can use my irritation to rethink and refocus, even if it means taking a few days off from writing (something I hate to do); I can step back and view my situation from a fresh perspective with a clear head.
It's important to recognise when you need to step back instead of focusing on what's not working. The act of such intense focus on what you don't want will bring down your mood and mess with your creativity and clarity of thought.
I've blogged about this before: rest is as vital to your writing process after weeks of intensive writing – like NaNoWriMo brought you. If you have that novel done, or even the start of one, then step back and take your time assessing what you did and rest from the insane, nonstop process to allow yourself to breathe and really see what you've created.
As the holidays approach, make time for yourself by going to a spa or for long walks or spending time with your family, who no doubt hardly saw you during November – if you did NaNo 🙂
I have the first draft The Sword Bearer's Ascension: Book 4 to finish, and I'd like to do it before next year, but I'm not going to push too hard, not after I wrote most of Part 3 during NaNo and got pretty far. It's the end of the story and it needs me to be fresh and clearheaded and excited and re-energised to write the ending of a powerful, incredible story that has taken me four years to write! I plan to do it slowly and to do it well, and I urge you to follow my example and rest, then approach it with love and respect and a fresh perspective that will enable you to finish another masterpiece 🙂
I love reading your thoughts! Please leave a comment and tell us about your creative process and if you agree with me or not about resting in order to produce better results.
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The Hidden Sadness of Joyful Things
Feebledum and Feebledee
my brain it says to me,
"I've had no fun these past gone days,
to rant and rant and spree!"
I try not listen too much to brain
'cause I'm in pain, you see;
No cash to pay yon fickle hand
that reaches for its fee.
Learning how to change my thoughts
without the brain's aware,
makes it a tricky, sticky thing
enlightenment to dare.
'Believe in truth: you are a god!'
makes conscious brain a-freak!
"Such blasphemy I cannot take!"
is its constant tweet!
If I such power do possess,
new teachings reveal to me,
then how can this god make it work
when self-suff"ring's all I see?
Here I sit all a-scare
'cause faith's what makes all right;
but when one's bills cry "Feed me now!"
my heart beats tight with fright.
Writing may my pleasure be
but tears bills do not get,
faith's all good and glorious 't seems,
yet still no relief, not yet.
Blood and sweat and tears made book
and heart's still filled with joy;
I wonder tho' when faith will work
and reveal Universe's real ploy.
If I am great then believe I must
for love and faith are real;
trust in god and God's silent trust
in me to finally feel.
We're great, you know, listen well,
all artists big and small,
if times tough are and seem unfair,
then listen to heart's squall.
Feebledum and feebledee,
your brain might say to thee;
listen not to dark mumblings there
'cause power lies not in see.
Your power lies down in yon heart,
in trust in your deity;
make no mistake believe in faith (unseen)
and it will set you free!
Muse or God or god or self,
whate'er belief thou declare,
make sure your skill and talent divine
no suffering it ever bare.
by Monique Rockliffe
So, you can tell by this contemplative poem that my days of woe are many!!! Nah, being overly dramatic is all, but, boy, sometimes it's tough when all I want to do is make a living writing and things seem like they're just not working out. But, hey, those days come and, thank goodness, they go! Although today I'm in the 'darkness' at least it produced an amateurish poem that I hope gives you some hope (and even some amusement) if you're facing a tough day or situation.
The bottom line is, don't give up on your dreams or aspirations or goals, especially on the bleakest of days, because that's when you need to keep your chin up and keep writing, or doing whatever makes your soul sing, with every bit of creative power you have. Whether it's faith or love or the joy found in nature, a friendship or a pet, grab onto it, hold it close, and just keep going. Everything passes eventually, my friend. And you can always tell me about it if you feel like having a rant, and we can first mope and then get over it together. So drop me a line and share what's up with you, even if it's good news. It'll lift my spirits and give me the encouragement I need to get through one of life's tougher days.
Happy creating!
NaNoWriMo Done, Dusted, and Conquered! Now Book 3 Awaits!
Yup, yup, yup, I did it! I beat the NaNo deadline by three days, and while the story is not yet finished I have an almost complete novel in my hands that I can publish around mid 2013 after I've published Book 3 in my Sword Bearers tetralogy titled The Sword Bearer's Awakening.
Honestly, I wondered if I could put together an entire novel in one month when it took me three to five months to write the first draft of The Sword Bearers and The Sword Bearer's Journey – for each book! As I said to one of the reviewers for my sci-fi short story, The Door, after she suggested I turn it into a novel 'cause it had a tad too much detail for a short story, I am one for a lot of detail – not rambling, I must stress, because I don't do that – but I like to make sure the reader doesn't miss any vital information that, if left out, could spoil the story. When I took up the challenge to write an entire story in one month I almost gave into the little voice that kept reminding me how long it took to write my epic fantasy (I'm consistently producing one book a year)! But what excited me about NaNo was the possibility that I actually could do it. I wasn't lacking for a fantastic idea (based on a very vivid dream I had) and I'm very good at "pantsing", as people call it – writing off the seat of my pants. The scenes and characters always take care of themselves; without fail they are born without my conscious help and the story develops as if by magic. Yes, I had a rough outline and I knew my characters' names and personalities, but that was all I had before starting. I knew how the story began and how it ended; the "in between" flowed from my mind through my fingers onto the screen in that process none of us writers can truly explain to a non-writer.
The result: Avalin: A Vampyric Legend, something totally unique in that I have not read similar ideas anywhere yet, and I can only hope it stays that way.
My experiment to fuse different genres actually worked – as I mentioned in my last couple of posts – and I believe I have produced a work of fiction lovers of romance, adventure, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and action will all enjoy. Of course, I will let you know when it's ready for publication in 2013, so watch this space!!
Now that The Door is published and available on Amazon and Smashwords for you to enjoy, my focus is on The Sword Bearer's Awakening. This is the third instalment of my Epic Fantasy and I'm thrilled to return to it after more than a month's break. The characters are so much a part of me that I've missed them like I miss very close friends I haven't visited for ages.
KC, the protagonist, and the antagonist, the arch demon Drakoor s'et, are headed for the Final Battle, a mighty confrontation prophesied about for centuries across the entire galaxy of N'varda and beyond. In this book KC, the Bearer of the Sword of Heaven, is trying to recover from a terrible loss that nearly destroys her mind and has shredded her heart, and as she struggles daily with the lust for revenge that consumes her every waking moment, she knows that her family are depending on her to protect them from the wave of devastation Drakoor s'et has unleashed on N'varda, for if she fails in her duty, if she fails to stop this great evil, then the Universe will forever be enslaved by the demon and his kind.
I hope I've whetted your appetite with that little peek into KC's world. Book 3 promises to be not only about battles between worlds, with u'mans pitted against aliens and demons, but about the battle of the mind and heart, about right and wrong, about what each individual believes is happening in their world and in their heart. It's about choices and the terrible or wonderful consequences that follow, and about the power of love, truth, trust, and the deep understanding of one's self.
I think the most wonderful stories exist out there as a result of NaNo, and I can't wait to read some of them. Allowing the magic to flow unfettered and unencumbered by too much thought or concern about detail and perfect grammar and spelling and just 'letting go' has produced those brilliant stories you hear about, the ones that will take people on journeys they never forget and, in some cases, never recover from.
Even in the editing and rewriting process may I encourage you to not mess with the magic? Don't think too long or too hard about the 'feel' of it; just let it be and build around it with the knowledge you possess. If you sense that it is losing its magic then let it be for a while until it calls you back, and then continue slowly. There's no rush, after all. You need to decide what's more important: passion or knowledge, or a perfect balance of both.
Any NaNo tales? Leave them here!
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How Coffee and Cake Make Me a Better Writer
Beside the absolute joy and immense pleasure I get consuming a good cup of coffee and a yummy slice of rich cake, it also makes me feel completely relaxed and at peace with the world, as if nothing matters more than that exact delicious moment. Every muscle in my body eases and I gaze out at the world with confidence, filled with an awareness of everything around me with great clarity.
Yes, yes, I know you're all thinking the same thing: That's pretty farfetched, Monique, and I agree with you, but . . . maybe not as farfetched as you might think. We can all agree, I'm sure, that when we partake in the greatest pleasures of our lives (and I mean all the greatest pleasures:)) we have moments of great tranquillity and inner joy and a warm physical sensation we can only describe as happiness and contentment because as endorphins, or 'happy chemicals' as I like to call them, are released into our systems, very frequently we have moments of incredible clarity and awareness. We pay attention to the people around us, what we and they are doing, what we're saying, and what we're feeling. In other words, we become intensely aware of our existence and we pay attention to the minutest detail.
You know where this is going, don't you?
Yup! Writing does the same thing for me, just like dancing did when I was still performing. Writing makes my spirit soar and fills me with a joy I can only describe as euphoric. No wonder I tell people I'm totally addicted to storytelling – there's no bigger rush for me! When I sit down at my laptop and begin expressing myself and allowing the magic to flow unchecked, then I become intensely aware of every detail, every nuance, every shift in storyline and what my characters are doing – this includes what's not working and how to fix it.
The thing is – and here's why I'm writing this – you have to allow those moments of absolute joy to overtake you if you want to enjoy the full benefits of what the Universe/your Muse/God wants to show you. If for some reason you stop the flow, or you don't give in to it completely, you miss something vital that could make a huge difference in the long run, a difference that could turn your good book into a great book.
In life, embrace those glorious 'Coffee and Cake' moments and look around: notice others, notice yourself, notice what you're feeling and thinking and then pursue it like a starving person, because in those moments you are more of your true self than you'll ever be at any other time.
And this is what you need to do when you're writing!
I know you all feel the passion and joy I'm speaking of when you create because then you wouldn't do it. It's so obvious to me when, for example, I read authors' self-promo's for their newest releases. I can feel the joy and passion in their words and in the way the invite you to share in it with them.
My goal today is to encourage you to fully embrace that almost mindless exhilaration you feel when you make magic at your computer/typewriter/notebook, and to never be afraid of it – because IT IS ALL YOU! I've had moments of not fear per se but that scary feeling you get when you're falling, and I've paused in my creating and pulled back from it because I've entered another level of 'power' I've never experience before. But over time I've learned to trust those feelings and allowed them full reign over me and the creation process because I've come to recognise that what I'm experiencing is, in fact, FULLY me! And why should I fear myself?
I believe that we need to work everyday towards allowing the Universe/our Muses/God – whatever your personal belief of where your power comes from – to take full control of us in our everyday lives and when we write. I don't think we yet fully understand just how much power we possess as creators, but what I do believe is that in those moments when our heart rates increase and adrenaline pumps through our veins like fire and our eyes open to a greater understanding of the story we are currently working on, then we MUST give it full control and we must not fear it!! Those are the moments we become truly alive and truly great! Trust in those moments and don't pull back from them but embrace them eagerly because you are embracing your true self!
Coffee and cake come close to what I feel when I write, but nothing beats the combination of me, my laptop, and my Source coming into perfect alignment and making magic!!
Tell me about your own experiences of full awareness, and those moments when everything became so clear you knew you were on the cusp of greatness! I love hearing from you.
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Rest Weary Spirit, Reignite Your Fiery Heart – A Contemplation
This week has been extremely busy and downright exhausting for me, and usually when I'm this tired I find it difficult to write or do rewrites because my concentration levels are just not where they need to be in order to attain my personal standards of performance and achievement in every area of my life. Even though writing never fails to excite me, I find that when I'm tired it becomes more of an effort and like work instead of the easy flow and joy I experience when I'm rested and my mind is uncluttered.
When I'm this tired my mind shuts down, and where writing my Fantasy series can still happen rather easily because of my eternal, almost preternatural, passion for it, writing a blog takes more energy. When I blog I am having a conversation with my friends, but as my hubby knows, when I'm tired I don't like talking too much. But I am committed to you guys and the relationships I have built up with you, and that to me is never an effort; the act of writing, however, can be. So, all I did today was take a few minutes to sit in front of my laptop and look out the window and allow my mind to wander where it wanted.
Now, I have, and always will be, a fiction writer. I have tried my hand at poetry many times and had reasonable success with it in school, but I've never really gotten into it. Karen Robiscoe writes fabulous poetry, and I follow her blog, Charron's Chatter, with great enjoyment. Frequently her poems are hilarious, but I just know that I will never be able to write like her!! She is a poet; I am not!
*snicker* *snort* (slightly embarrassed look) But today I have tried! This is what my tired brain came up with as it meandered through the messy tangle of limp thoughts drowning in a river of fatigue inside my head (he-he, pretty good, yes??), and personally I think it's a silly ditty but lots of fun! Give it a bash, even if poetry isn't your thing, because at least you'll get a giggle out of it at my expense!! Enjoy!
Let Rested Soul Magic's Flame Reignite
When words do dwell in shadows' knell,
and heart and mind reach forth from cell,
yet doors remain closed here within,
and make my soul and spirit dim.
When passion sleeps – a deep, drowning swirl,
and dreams come fast yet nil reveal,
I lay a-pant and wish and long
for more of that which once magic spun.
Magic eludes my heart and mind,
only bringing forth the dark's unkind,
when I listen not to Source's trill within,
and harken only to soulless din.
Now I remind kindly me and you . . .
How can you scribe and not hear well,
when heart and mind and soul do tell,
to open up your inner-Sun
and give that golden power Gun?
By nature, Gun must burn and fire,
for soul and heart and mind to flower!
Its sparks must shower upon that within,
that creates and births the magic din.
For absent magic cannot glory make,
neither golden page nor moving tale,
that brings tear or joy or laughter true
to reader, writer, listener . . . or you.
Find rest, dear writer, yon weary soul,
to keep alive yon glorious goal.
Make time for love, light, joy, and fun,
and don't forget to fire that Gun!
Magic needs fiery Source-born Gun
to make its energy flare and words become spun.
Seek Muse in rest then write as though
your tale shall become this world's greatest show!
For Gun and Muse and Magic must flare;
three united yon goal shall easily ensnare
each reader, writer, listener and you;
no looking back once choice to fire Gun comes true.
Listen well, dear writer, to heart's quiet plea
to rest, to find magic, to make magic in thee.
All exists already there in soul's warm glare,
just trust in the Magic and make Gun flare!
by Monique Rockliffe
Will I ever become a famous poet? Nah, don't think so! But I had fun writing it even though it's quite possibly just awful! He-he!
Share your ditties here and there will be no judgement! Promise!! I love hearing from you!
P.S. Wishing all the countries participating in the Olympics all the very best, and to all my blog friends, may your country perform to your greatest satisfaction! Good luck/Break a leg/Chukkas etc!
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Founder Effect - Genetic Characteristics Of Founder Populations, Founder Populations Can Be Valuable For Genetic Studies
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The term "founder effect" refers to the observation that when a small group of individuals breaks off from a larger population and establishes a new population, chance plays a large role in determining which alleles are represented in the new population. The particular alleles may not be representative of the larger population. As the new population grows, the allele frequencies will usually continue to reflect the original small group.


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Michael Clark Proves That (20/10 Vision) Does Exist In The Basketball World
If you don't know Michael Clark then it's about time you get...
It's got to be a form of torture having to endure minutes which feel like hours drag by, waiting, and waiting for some word about . . . grandmother, little sister . . . my god.
Indianapolis Colt's Split-Receiver, and I do mean split, lickedy spit quick Pierre Garcon is one who was sitting on pins n' needles – enduring the initial aftermath of the quake, waiting and waiting, as was Philadelphia 76ers center Samuel Dalembert, who's got family, including his father, and WBC welterweight champion Andre Berto – from Haiti, his parents . . . still there trapped in the "self imposed Hell" they bartered with the devil a few centuries back . . . according to TV bible thumbing fruit-cake Pat Robertson . . . .
I can only wonder what these Haitian-Americans were feeling when they herd radical "reverend ridiculous" – Pat Robertson and his derogatory, insulting, belittling, ass-backward comments; Something happened a long time ago in Haiti and people might not want to talk about it. They were under the heel of the French. Napoleon the Third and whatever.
And they got together and swore a pact to the devil. They said, "We will serve you if you get us free from the prince." True story. And so the devil said, "OK, it's a deal." They kicked the French out, the Haitians revolted and got themselves free."
Keep-in-mind, this is the same religious pimp who's claimed God sent Hurricane Katrina as punishment for the country's sin's, like abortion and gay marriage.
Haitian Ambassador Raymond Joesph set Robertson's ignorant-of-Western-history ass straight on MSNBC's Rachel Maddow show, where he gave this self-righteous idiot a brief but blunt history lesson pertaining to the historical impact of the Haitian Revolution.
It produced the Louisiana Purchase, a major turning point.
This lone acquisition doubled the nation's size, making it vast enough to withstand almost any external threat. From this came the heartland, control of the Mississippi River and the vital port city of New Orleans on the Gulf of Mexico.
In a broader sense, the Purchase fundamentally altered America; the Louisiana territory attracted European-immigrants, forever diversifying America's national character.
The Haitian Revolt, in the long long run gave birth, if not to the term, at least to the forces behind " Manifest Destiny" which, in part led to a monumental civil conflict over racist states right to enslave humans – a defining moment in US History, the Civil War . . . .
The "curse" Robertson is babbling about; part of the Haitian revolutionary lore – one of the revolution's leaders sacrificed a pig in Bois Caïmin, a voodoo ceremony, eliciting a contract with Petwo (Haitian voodoo spirits.) True . . . or not, in the eye's of Robertson, this constitutes a "deal with the devil." Yet it has nothing to do with the devil.
Under the guise of "my god is bigger n' better than your god" banner, Robertson is painting a extremely inaccurate representation of what voodoo is.
This con-man is judging anothers' religious practice – based on his comical, fanatical evangelical religious beliefs, and condemning another belief system, transforming another man's beliefs into a sleezy conjuring-up of the devil.
Pat Robertson is preaching hatred by directly implying Haitians are damned, being punished for this alleged deal with the devil, with absolute poverty, suffering and desperation.
As was the folks in Naw Leans during Katrina. I don't think Pat thinks . . . god likes Black people.
When in truth, Haiti is devastatingly poor for a vast array of reasons, starting with . . . it is a former slave coloney . . every resident there had an ancestor dragged there in chains, America and Europe orchestrated a blockade on trade and commerce after the revolution in 1804, stunting the growth of a new born nation.
The already extremely divided and polarized color/class stratification was maintained, where only the anointed assumed the power of the former plantation owners.
This has lead to a non-stop struggle for freedom and justice.
There's been a horrible cycle of ruthless explotation and autocracy within Haitian leadership for decades, one in which America an dother Euro powers have played an instrumental role in the continual chaos which has plagued the country over the last century.
Now, as this small island nation sit's in shammbles, in true turmoil, due to nothing they did, but an act of Mother Nature, and a man who was but steps away from owning a piece of an prestigious NFL team, and whose racist, sexist and elitist diatribes can be herd on powerhouse radio stations who package his top-rated rant fest in-between NFL, MLB, NBA and NCAA contest.
Being a man of color,and certainly if I were Haitian, I'd wonder how many NFL owners are buddies with Rush . . . and feel as he does . . . screw those Island Niggers, because that is what Rush thinks, just listen to him if you can stomach it.
Volcanic acid riddled eruptions directly from the mouth of Mt Rush; Haiti produces "zilch, zero, nada," or this goodie; Obama will use Haiti to boost credibility with the "light-skinned and dark-skinned black community in this country."
And least we drive by this one; "We've already donated to Haiti . . . it's called the US Income Tax." So, in other words, don't send a red nickle, we've (White folks) already done more than our fair share . . . .
Ain't that a racist, selfish, quasi-obese elitist redneck ass-hole for you . . . !
The world is mobilizing to help, while old angry bitter White men in America are blaming the world's poorest country for tetonic plates shifting a few miles under the earth's surface.
Am I the only one who can't understand why these sports institutions remain in bed with this bloated bastard?
Yeah . . dig that; conservative blow-torch stations exploit Black gladiators – to produce a revenue stream which enriches the radio station, an operation which-in-turn pumps-out hatred around the clock centered and focused on . . . people-of-color.
Can Rush say anything which might offend players so much so . . . they reconsider having their hard work and effort played on radio stations which broadcast this bastards twisted White supremist thoughts.
Will coaches, athletic directors, owners or apathetic fans ever get to a point where they say . . . enough is enough.


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* Cape Town's Biggest most Regular LAN-Party.
* Steam-Cache, Internet Prioritized Gaming, socializing, Backups.
* Dota 2 ,CS:GO, Pubg Competitions.
* Things to bring: PC with double power plug, headphones (No Loud Speakers), Sleeping bag and mattress, Good Attitude, Snacks.
* For those that do not feel like leaving the venue, there will be a Tuck-Shop right there a few steps away from your seat in the hall. There will be things from Cheese & Chicken Burgers to energy drinks on sale as well as a variety of Stickers to buy so remember to check it out.
* There will be music playing, so please leave your loud speakers at home, so we do not get 10 different things playing at once!
* There will be a no smoking policy of any devices in the hall for all the non smokers. Designated Smoking Area.
* Anyone under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult.
* No Alcohol or Drugs are allowed onto the premises, you welcome to go to the Bar on Premises Provided you bring your ID. Outrageous Behavior can have you expelled from the event.
* Designated Sleeping/Spectator Area.
* Right of Admission reserved.
Venue is open from Friday afternoon 5PM to Sunday Morning 7AM
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Homecoming King Ky'mon Pope leads Dinwiddie past Meadowbrook 56-6
DINWIDDIE - A smiling Ky'mon Pope was crowned Homecoming King during halftime of his Generals' Saturday afternoon home game versus the visiting Meadowbrook Monarchs.
The fact that he was fitted with the crown was fitting. His performance on Saturday was kingly.
In addition to delivering yet another dominant showcase at quarterback, the senior set the tone early for his team on an interception that he caught and returned for a touchdown.
He and his Generals stormed past the Monarchs 56-6.
Dinwiddie Football remains unbeaten at 7-0 while Meadowbrook remains winless at 0-7.
In addition to his pick-six, Pope completed nine of 13 passes for 175 yards and rushed the ball five times for 77 yards and two touchdowns.
Dinwiddie picked off Meadowbrook twice in the first four minutes. The first time, Pope took the pick to the house to get his Generals on the scoreboard. The second time, Desmond Green took the interception to the Monarchs' 28, and after Robert Barlow dashed through open space on a 26-yard run, Tyre Dalton punched it in and the Generals jumped out to a 14-0 lead.
The Generals scored on their next two drives as Ky'mon Pope capped the first - featuring a 27-yard run over midfield that saw him dragging defenders along with him to Meadowbrook's 35 - on a nine-yard rushing TD, then finished off the second on a 20-yard score. He also threw a two-point conversion pass to Tyre Dalton to make it 28-0. Dalton would soon elevate the Generals' run of points to 34 on a six-yard rush.
Meadowbrook answered on a touchdown with one minute left in the second quarter, but the Generals continued to pour on the points from there. Dinwiddie kicker Justin Davis overcame a couple of missed PATs on a field goal that he kicked low and through the uprights within the closing seconds of the first half.
Cirdale Lucess scored on a pair of thee-yard runs, and Antonio Tucker gave his Generals a 50-point lead in the fourth quarter as he strung together two monster runs, including a 35-yard TD rush.
Dinwiddie heads to Petersburg (5-2) for the Crimson Wave's Homecoming. Meadowbrook hosts Matoaca (1-6).


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The ManicaPost
Tendai Gukutikwa Business Correspondent
German-based construction machinery and earthmoving equipment giant, Liebherr-International, has set its eyes on massive investment projects in Zimbabwe, a move which could see the company setting up its rail division in the country.
The company's division's project manager, Ms Dubre Muller, who visited the Minister of State for Provincial Affairs, Monica Mutsvangwa this week said the company had plans to headquarter its African rail division, Liebherr Rail Africa in Zimbabwe.
Shortlisted countries for the project in the SADC region had been South Africa, Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe Ms Muller, a South African based Zimbabwean, said Liebherr-International had set aside millions of Euros for the division, part of which would benefit the Zimbabwean rail industry as well as technical higher and tertiary institutions.
"The Liebherr Company wants to establish a rail division in Africa, specifically a division in the SADC region and I have chosen that they invest and headquarter the division in Zimbabwe. Obviously because I am a Zimbabwean and because of the Zimbabwe is open for business mantra," said Ms Muller.
The company will also invest in the training of rail engineers, and was seeking to also test a new 4000 horse power diesel engine over a two year term in the country.
She said the Liebherr family representatives would come to Zimbabwe in the next few months to finalise the deal with the responsible authorities in the country. The bilateral collaboration is expected to result in a skills upgrade and contribute to the revival of the manufacturing sector.
Ms Muller said the Liebherr was also interested in skills development and up-scaling technical abilities among young people thus its focus in investing in higher and tertiary institutions. The company aims to fund the training of rail engineers and technicians as well as other engineering, technical, mining and mechanical faculties within Manicaland universities and colleges, she said. Ms Muller went on a familiarization tour to colleges and universities in the province which include Manicaland State University of Applied Sciences, Mutare Polytechnic College and Africa University. She was updated on what infrastructure the institutions lacked. Most of the colleges complained that they had no laboratory equipment for practical subjects.
The investment interest comes shortly after the publishing of the Manicaland Tourism Magazine that was officially launched last month.
Minister Mutsvangwa commended Liebherr for choosing Zimbabwe and Manicaland in particular, as an investment destination.
She said there has been a lot of goodwill since the publishing of the magazine and that the country was still looking forward to an influx of investors coming in to help resuscitate the economy.
Ms Muller was accompanied Mr Elias Masuku, the Chairman of Headlands Development Committee, which was instrumental in engaging Liebherr through Ms Muller.
"We are here to drum up support for investment in Manicaland because Manicaland is our home and to show the investors that Zimbabwe is better than anywhere else when it comes to tourism and investment," said Mr Masuku.
He said the committee was still looking into more investment opportunities into the province.


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The importance of workplace comfort cannot be understated. In the conference room, you'll need ergonomically correct seating to keep your valued visitors operating at their best. If your chairs are uncomfortable, it will be hard to keep your guests engaged in your meetings and the information your providing. Today in our 'Conference Room Comfort' series we'll showcase a variety of designer chairs that are up for the job!
Traditional fixed-arm conference room chairs will always have their place. They're effective and typically affordable. That being said, this year conference room chairs with adjustable arms have become more popular as they provide guests with the ability to customize their sit to improve comfort. The Ambarella office chair from iDesk is the perfect option. It's sleek, highly adjustable, and a great buy for the conference room at just $256.00.
If you are going to go with traditional fixed arm-chairs, make sure they have reliable mechanisms that control height and the rate of recline. A popular option like the CUR111 Curva chair will do the trick. We won't kid you, this chair is pricey. At $584.00 it's one of the most upscale and well made conference chairs on the market. The Curva is specifically intended for high end interiors.
While it may not have all the bells and whistles that the Curva has, the all new Kinetic chair from Eurotech Seating is a great buy that offers the same sleek design characteristics for just $202.50. The MT301A model Kinetic chair boasts breathable mesh surfaces that will keep you well supported while preventing overheating.
Moving right along, allow us to introduce the Novello chair from Global. This series offers a variety of plastic, fully upholstered, and armless models to choose from. Our personal favorite is the 6400 as it's got a little bit of everything. Designed by Alessandro Piretti, the Novello is ready to make a professional statement with its contemporary vibes. The waterfall seat edge, contoured back, and arms work together to provide a wonderful option for professional meeting area seating needs.
The Hendrix chair from Woodstock Marketing has been on the market for a few years now. It's still a best seller. Its ability to stand the test of time tells us that the Hendrix is on-trend, supremely comfortable, and a must consider. This mid century modern high back office chair with a memory foam seat and back is just fashionable isn't going anywhere!
The all new Offices To Go 11920B mesh chair is a great ergo-minded buy for your conference room. At just $170.99, it's price point is hard to beat. This ventilated chair with adjustable arms will help your guests get posture perfect in a flash. In the conference room, visitors don't have a ton of time to master their chair. This means your seating needs to be simple and effective. That's where the 11920B excels. This practical office chair is a winner! Mid back and armless variations are also available.


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On June 20th Coolum plays host to the Queensland Masters Surfing Competition and the Girls Surf Slam Queensland Championship. Surfers compete in one of six divisions, and these classes are based on age.
At this event, surfers will vie for a spot in the Queensland Team which will participate in the Australian Open Surf Masters Title. The winner of the women's championship will automatically qualify for the 2016 ASP World Tour Roxy Pro which will be held at Snapper Rocks.
The Point Coolum will be an ideal place to stay if you're intending to travel to this event. With a Mediterranean atmosphere, the popular resort provides packages which incorporates many of Coolum's features. The hotel itself has many villas that have been constructed on Coolum's seaside hills and these luxury suites offer excellent views of the Sunshine Coast.
Most villas also have sizeable terraces that feature chairs and tables. A durable awning is positioned above each balcony and these covers are fully retractable. For a price of $30, visitors can also rent a barbecue that may be placed on the balconies.
Many of the units contain two levels and have interior stairs. The lounges and the kitchens feature wooden floors and all of the kitchenettes are fully equipped. Moreover, many suites feature sizeable spas.
The hotel is close to numerous attractions, such as Lions Park, the Experimental Farm and Eumundi Market. Guests frequently visit the Sunshine Castle and this structure commonly hosts festivals, conferences and concerts. Built in 1972, the structure contains a coffee shop and a tower with a height of more than 78 feet and numerous artifacts.
The resort is located next to Wilkinson Park, which has several trails and extensive picnic areas. Many guests also visit Yaroomba Bushland Park, and this reserve features playgrounds for kids.
We can help you to rent boogie boards of all types and travellers may sign up for extensive tours when they visit the front desk.
The Point Coolum Beach manages a shuttle that transports guests to the airport and the hotel offers free parking. Furthermore, the facility provides babysitting services for children of all ages.
On Tripadvisor.com, Point Coolum Beach has been given outstanding ratings from 102 reviewers. If you'd like to stay here, go to our bookings page and view a calendar that indicates the prices and the availability of all rooms. Alternatively you can fill out our contact page here and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.


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...and happy October!
It's raining (again) but I've got a steak and ale pie on the go. YUM! The husbs has been after one for weeks so I finally caved and made one. Not sure how its going to taste, I only had casserole steak so hoping it won't be too tough to chew.
I like today. Mom came over and we went out for BLTs, tea and chatter. Love having her so close and available. More momma time please!
There has been a lot going on this last week or so which I'll share with you some other time but for now here is something I made a few weeks ago. There was a problem with dispatch when I ordered the frame so I had to get this done super fast and therefore Mr Poursain had to help me out!
I've got a whole lot of house and home magazines to look through and a whole lot of dreaming up ideas to do so I'll leave you with these pictures of the wall that is inside our gated area where we park our car. It just struck me yesterday with how beautiful it was, and although they are edited pictures off the iphone, the colours and true to life. Mesmerising, I'd say.


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How GPU-Accelerated Computing Is Putting A Crimp On Counterfeiting
Black Friday is upon us, kicking off the holiday shopping season. While millions are scouring shopping malls for the best deals, GPU-powered technology from a promising startup, Cypheme, could be used to scrutinize the items in our carts to ensure they're the genuine article. Cypheme's quest began when the mother of one of its four cofounders nearly died from taking counterfeit medicine. He and three friends آ— who had been working together on a different project in Silicon Valley آ— decided to start a crusade against counterfeit goods.
Counterfeiting is a worldwide problem, particularly affecting three major categories of products: drugs and medicines, luxury goods (including alcoholic beverages) and consumer electronics. Each can pose risks to consumer and worker safety, from dangerous side effects to toxic components. Yet the counterfeit industry generates hundreds of billions of dollars a year, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.


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Westside Drive In
1939 West State Street
Boise, ID 83702
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(208) 342-2957
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Best Chef in the West !!! My Boise friends told me you were great ! I'll bring the band in next time!! Thanks Chef Lou !!!!!
by chfcherie
Boise's best fast food gourmet restaurant. The burgers are awesome, menu is HUGE. The only negative is that if you don't call your order in, you'll wait up to 10 min to get it. Not good if you're really hungry. Otherwise, it's a Boise staple.
by ChefMoz.org
Chicken sandwich, fries and a shake. Can't go wrong with that. It's home to the famous ice cream potato!
by Green D
Best ribs ever. Fries and tots are awesome, seasoned. Burgers are great. Shakes are inventive and tasty. Ice Cream Potato is a must have for all out of town guests. Long waits though, but worth it.
by andrea V
Pepsi cola ribs, prime rib dinner, random special 😍
by Will M
Shake of the day. Fish and chips. Veggie burger. Always good!
by Ian Hutchison
All! Comfort food, if you watch your calories? It's not the place to go.:-)
by Brenda M
love the classic feel
by mark LeJohn
Check out Westside Drive-In as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives
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1800GOODFOOD® highly recommends West Side Drive-In and the warm, friendly staff http://1800GOODFOOD.com
by 1800GOODFOOD®
By far my favorite burgers in Treasure Valley. Great service, excellent food, & reasonable prices. My only nag is their outside seating arrangement, which is plagued by flies during the warmer months.
by Cody W.
The regular BLT was huge, and tasty. It more than filled me up. Definitely recommend this place to anyone.
by Michael D N.
Awesome food! Thank you for keeping your drive in open! Best Drive In we have been to in years!
by Cassandra N.
Caramel marshmallow shakes was delicious!
by Jared R.
The signature sun is AMAZING... The half order is more than enough to fill any appetite!
by J. Jason N.
The Miss Emily Shake tastes like birthday cake ice cream (sooo good!). They offer a lot of discounts like military (not on the menu), senior citizen, & kids enrolled in school (on Wednesdays)
by Emily W.
Do not come here & get a healthy meal (like the chicken focaccia). They serve better healthy sandwiches at the Boise Co-op. Come here & get burgers & other "junk food" (Daddy-O is to die for!)
by Emily W.
Yummy finger steaks
by Rick R.
Besttttt garden burg!
by Harmony B.
The Lemon Zip is a refreshing dessert.
by Sarah D.
The tater tots are amazing!
by Thabata R.
Yummy finger steaks! !!!
by Rick R.
Great garden burger! You don't have to be a carnivore to love West Side!
by Linda L.
Saw this place on Diners, drive-ins and dives!
by Tara M.
If you love ribs, you have to experience Westside's.
by Michael B.
This place was on the Travel Channel's popular show Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives for its prime rib. They have good food and great milkshakes. Do yourself a favor and try their Oreo shake. Mmm!
by Brianne L.
Guy Fieri uncovered this 50-year-old diner where you can order prime rib.
by Food Network
They always put to much shredded lettuce on the burgers. Probably better to ask to not have it.
by Albert M.
Jalapeno poppers not so much....they are red peppers w chipotle cheese but yummmy
by Mole B.
Try the signature sub..... So good!!!
by Justin G.
The Cajun chicken sandwich never disappoints.
by Millie H.
Great spare ribs-have slab is the prefect portion!
by Steve C.
The baked mac n cheese (when they have it) destroys!
by Brian
Loved the spaghetti and meatballs. The sauces for the sweet potato and regular fries complimented them so well.
by Nader K.
The sweet potato fries are excellent. Split an order with someone.
by Jeff P.
Ask if Chef Lou is personally cooking, then feel confident about being adventurous.
by Scott P.
The reuben has a little bit of a kick, but is worth ordering
by Ryan
Eat whatever is on special. This is best drive thru food in boise
by Casey R.
The Cappuccino Malt is my favorite milkshake on the planet . . . the prime rib is delicious . . . and I love the fingers steaks too!
by Evil Jimmi
Always check the daily specials for the best deals.
by Jeff P.
Go to Westside Drive-In. Have curly fries with fry sauce.
by Sommar
Make sure to get the frequent eaters punch card!
by Jeff P.
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Annual HOA Social
Meet up at Dominick's on Friday, July 13!
Start the weekend off with a "Happy Hour" type event at Dominick's on Monroe. The weather looks like it's going to be great! Constant Buzz, Sangria, Beer (Oberon and Wolverine Lager) and Pizza, will all be provided by the HOA to our members. Please remember your UM House Officer ID to be admited. Not a member yet? We'll have Dues Authorizations for you to sign.
The group will be upstairs on the balcony beginning at 6 pm until the horn blows (10 pm). This is a plus one event so bring your spouse or significant other.


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I have sampled for the day some in my humble opinion very interesting "MTO" made to order creations from the Viennese based Saint Crispins house. The house needs no introduction as I have mentioned them previously on this blog here.
Below we have a sand suede punched oxford boot (punched cap toe) but then the same shoe has also side elastics like a Chelsea boot. Suppose the commissioner was not sure if he should opt for an Oxford laced boot or a Chelsea. So he took both worlds. I would have left out the elastic. But that is my opinion.
I sampled the below Chelsea boot for the unique orange suede colour, just to remind me that Spring and Summer will soon come. So why not put a bit of dash and splash of colouring to compliment the sunny season.
Here is a Saddle Derby boot in brown leather and mocha suede, chisel square toe, nicely done.
A Chukka boot in tan colouring with punched initials on the outside. I have seen this trend coming, meaning shoes having visible initials. Why? Not sure. Suppose a statement of some kind from the owner. Nice boot anyway, would do away with the visible initials. It's a tad too much for my liking.Photos sourced from Pinterest


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Today, recreation centers are a staple in neighborhoods across the country, but go back 20 years and the not-for-profit concept was almost non-existent. So when OLC was hired to design our first public recreation project, we drew upon ideas and beliefs forged from our for-profit club experience, repurposed to better fit the public sector. Fast forward to present day, and we still believe in the importance of an open design plan and maximizing every dollar invested. We continue to think through the ideal user experience and provide a smooth, intuitive flow through the facility, all the while capitalizing on breathtaking outdoor views.
In these last few decades, we've built upon our extensive experience and come to understand the importance that historical reference, site context and free-versus-paid access zones all have in a successful recreation facility. These days, we continue to approach every project with bright, fresh eyes and an awareness that each community is different from the rest. We delight in the opportunity to bring our playful excitement, design expertise and lessons learned through 1.5 million built square feet of recreation facilities, to your project today.


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I know, I know.....I just painted a cat with a goldfish martini, but I can't help myself, I had to paint ANOTHER ONE! It just cracks me up! This time I thought I would paint it a more traditional style unlike my cartoonish big bold black line style. I loved how it turned out. The colors are so vibrant, and that goldfish makes me smile.
On another note, I have some AWESOME news! Meet a lady from the Skagit Land Trust the other day at the market. She is going to donate an old refrigerator door to me. It is so cool! This is going to be perfect for my new bottle cap magnets! I will post some pictures when I get it all together!
Stay tuned!


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Love Leather? We Do!
We have always admired rustic, antique leather items and have travelled extensively to find leather products that we would want to use every day; something that would be a class apart. After coming back to Australia we always found that finding that exquisite and affordable leather product was never easy...and that's where our story starts.
We started out by learning everything about leather and were soon overwhelmed by the various types of leather their specific treatment processes and styles. It took many months of research and meeting with leather suppliers to identify the type of leather and the processes that we would want to work with. Being conscious of our beautiful planet, our philosophy has always been to be sustainable in everything we do and how we operate. You can read more about our sustainable methods here.
Next came the fun part of designing products that would appeal to leather connoisseurs. We wanted to achieve a perfect mix of style, strength and class while still holding onto a characteristic vintage feel.
All our products are manufactured in India with a world renowned history of leather craftsmanship. If you would like to read more about the people who make our products please click here
We hope that you find our products meet your expectations and you enjoy them for years to come.


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Children of Angelique Lapointe and Edward Hickey
Margaret Hickey born ca 1839 married in Charlo on Oct.11/1864 Amable Carrier s/o Joseph (John) and Marie Zoe Tardif
John Hickey born ca 1840 married Margaret Legouffe
William Hickey
born ca 1842 married Mary Legouffe
Charles Hickey born 1845 married Mary Ann Lapointe
Mary Hickey born ca. 1847 married Jeremiah Carrier
Edward Hickey born Mar. 15/1851
George Hickey born Jan. 19/1852
Francois Xavier Hickey born ca 18553 married Sept. 10/1888 Mary Landry d/o John and Marie Lapointe
Angelique Hickey born ca. 1856
David Hickey born 1858
Robert Hickey
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GitHub Desktop on both Windows and Mac now provides suggestions when mentioning team members, referencing Issues, and adding more :tada: to your commit messages and Pull Requests.
Just as you would on GitHub.com the website, you can bring another collaborator into the conversation by prefacing their username with
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text: How to: Do Effortless Style the Parisian Way'Effortless style' – it's a phrase that's long been synonymous with Parisians. And while we might struggle to achieve that nonchalant just-got-out-of-bed-but-still-chic look, we can certainly inject some je ne sais quoi into our bedrooms. Colour It In Unlike their Scandinavian counterparts, Parisians aren't afraid of a little colour and love to mix and match for an eclectic look. But be warned: too much mixing can make a bedroom look busy and disorganised. Instead, use white as a base for your walls and your linen then 'layer' accents of colours on top. A Unique Find Parisians are always on the hunt for something unique – it explains why there are so many brocantes (flea markets) in the city. But if you want a shortcut to a bedroom with character, why not design your own bed? With a huge range of house and designer fabrics to choose from, our upholstered bed service delivers something truly individual that'll have your guests asking – 'Where did you find that?' French Frivolity Don't be afraid to make a statement. Parisians love a bit of embellishment in their homes – something joyful and frivolous to contrast with the pared-back minimalism. Channel Versailles (just outside of Paris…), and adorn your bedroom wall with a luxe mirror. Not only will it enhance light and space but it'll also give you the perfect spot to apply that French girl essential – a slick of red lipstick. If all else fails… Just add flowers.September 11th 2017Posted by: Feather & Black


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Project Number
SSI-Effects of Sport
Project Duration
December 2014 - November 2016
The practice of sports massage is common in Singapore. While many coaches and athletes perceive that sports massage can reduce muscle stiffness and facilitate recovery from fatigue,there is insufficient scientific evidence to support these beliefs. Quantification of muscle viscoelastic properties may help us better understand why athletes experience reduced muscle soreness after receiving a massage. This study aims to examine the effects of sports massage on post-exercise muscle viscoelastic properties. In addition, the relationship between pain
perception, muscle functions and muscle viscoelastic properties will be examined.
within-subject cross-over design will be used. Twenty male subjects will be recruited. Baseline measurements of viscoelastic properties, perceived soreness, pain sensitivity,strength, and flexibility of four muscles (rectus femoris, biceps femoris, tibialis anterior, medial gastrocnemius) in each leg will be taken. Creatine kinase activity will be measured as a biochemical baseline indicator of muscle damage. Subjects will then run downhill at a gradient of -10% for 60 minutes to induce muscle damage. One hour after completion of the downhill
run, subjects will receive a 15-min sports massage on one leg, and a 15-min placebo (diagnostic ultrasound) treatment on the other leg. The assignments and orders of treatment will be randomised. Follow-up measurements on viscoelastic properties, pain and muscle function will be taken immediately after the exercise (time = 0 h), immediately after the treatment (time = 1.5 h) and continue for another 4 days (time = 24h, 48h, 72h, 96h). Creatine kinase will be measured as an overall indicator of muscle damage 24h, 48h, 72h and 96h post-exercise but it
will not be able to identify the site of damage.
This study will clarify whether sports massage can reduce muscle stiffness and facilitate recovery as commonly believed. Coaches and athletes can make an informed decision when considering sports massage after trainings and competitions. Our results may reveal new knowledge on the relationship between muscle condition and subjective soreness perception,facilitating future development of new methods to monitor training, fatigue and recovery. For
administrators and policy makers, data gathered from this study will serve as reference for future planning and decision making on sports massage services.
Funding Source
Singapore Sports Institute
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