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My poems are now available to buy from my shop. Perfect gifts for a student midwife, midwives, doulas or birthkeepers!
A few testimonials from well-known midwives and birthworkers:
This one went crazy viral on Facebook. It's about Bullying in Midwifery.
💥I was asked to write it by a midwife friend who had been bullied in the workplace so I asked on a #Facebook forum for victims of bullying in midwifery for the lines used against them.
It was probably the longest thread I've ever created!
💥I wanted REAL voices
💥The poem was created with as many of the lines as I could. And reduced it all down to 5 minutes.
💥It's both epic and alarming
💥I hope by writing this the bullies recognise themselves and stop and those who are bullied realise it too and seek support and understanding.
💥It's called "Illegitimi Non Carborundum" – Don't Let The Bastards Grind You Down
Here is 'Addiction To Convention'. I uploaded this version to the @WeMidwives 2 minute twitter chat.
The next poem, I can't take all the credit for. I co-wrote it with Ben Mellor, an award-winning Manchester based spoken artist.
It's called "It's Not Because" and it was written to promote the series of crowdfunded videos I made after the birth of my 2nd child featured on the BBC1 documentary "Childbirth All Or Nothing". I felt I had more say!
This one's called The Being Midwife and it's inspired by the work of Consultant Midwife Dr Tracey Cooper and the amazing One To One midwife who was at Seraphina's birth, Emma Healey.
I wrote this one for the Birthplace Matters campaign.
To book me for an event or to register your interest, feel free to send me a message.
Women deserve to know they are strong.
Students and birth workers must reflect on whether they are helping the women get the birth SHE wants.
The 'powers that be' need to collect what is known, appropriately fund and implement workable guidance so midwives can work in a way that feels right to them giving women the best chance of birthing the way they want to.
We need more midwives, continuity of care, true woman centred care, sensible paperwork and protocols that are evidence based as opposed to risk averse.
From the top down, and from the bottom up; that's the way things are going to change.
You can see some of my poems in MY SHOP brought to life by the fabulous artist Stephanie Green.


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As thousands gather again this year at the March for Life in Washington, Americans remain divided over abortion and our body politic is fractured by rancorous debates over health care reform. Surely, cynics threw in the towel long ago. Is there any hope for those who still believe in common ground, civil dialogue and bipartisan efforts to address the most contentious issues facing our nation?
Few rulings in American history reverberated across the political and cultural landscape with such seismic impact as the Roe v. Wade decision. Hailed as a historic breakthrough for women's rights by some, others blasted the decision as a grave affront to the sacred dignity of human life. Decades passed, ideologies hardened and bumper-sticker slogans ruled the day. The abortion culture wars rewarded the shrillest voices and became a potent "wedge issue" for politicians seeking a push in the polls.
Despite significant challenges to finding common ground that remain today, a new generation of Catholics and evangelicals reject the confrontational battles of the past. We are pushing for more productive bipartisan coalitions to help reduce the number of abortions by preventing unintended pregnancies and encouraging robust policies that support pregnant women. A 2008 poll conducted by Public Religion Research, sponsored by Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good, Faith in Public Life and Sojourners, found that 81 percent of Catholics and 83 percent of all voters want elected officials to back policies that help prevent unintended pregnancies, expand adoption opportunities and increase economic support for vulnerable women. In Congress, this holistic agenda is reflected in proposals such as the Pregnant Women Support Act as well as the Preventing Unintended Pregnancies, Reducing the Need for Abortion and Supporting Parents Act, a bill co-sponsored by pro-life Rep. Tim Ryan and pro-choice Rep. Rosa DeLauro. While these efforts will not magically erase the bitterness and division over abortion, they offer hope for new coalitions and fresh solutions.
It is also critical that we move beyond the false divide between "pro-life" and "social justice" advocacy. Ensuring that women and families have access to quality health care will make abortions less likely and save thousands of lives every year. A recent study from researchers at Harvard Medical School estimated that 40,000 Americans die each year because they lack health care. The abortion rate for women living in poverty is more than four times higher than for those earning 300 percent above the poverty line. At a time of economic crisis, any serious effort to prevent abortions must find pragmatic solutions to difficult socioeconomic realities. The Senate health-care proposal provides significant support for pregnant women, including $250 million over 10 years for pregnant and parenting teens.
Let's also remember that Catholic social teaching is clear that seeking peace, caring for the poor and most vulnerable, "promoting the common good in all its forms" — in the words of Pope Benedict XVI — are all nonnegotiable. Catholicism is not a single-issue religion, and no political party has a monopoly on moral values. Access to quality health care, fighting global poverty and taking seriously the threats of climate change are all fundamental life issues.
Some religious leaders and pro-life organizations must also reassess their rhetoric and extreme tactics if they expect to persuade the public. Listen to Bishop Robert Finn of Kansas speaking at a Gospel of Life Convention last year:
"We are at war! Harsh as this may sound it is true — but it is not new. This war to which I refer did not begin in just the last several months, although new battles are underway – and they bring an intensity and urgency to our efforts that may rival any time in the past. But it is correct to acknowledge that you and I are warriors – members of the Church on earth -often called the Church militant."
This proverbial call to arms alienates all but the already converted choir and is even jarring to many who view abortion as a moral tragedy. When Sen. Ted Kennedy died in August of 2009, the American Life League – a group that bills itself as a "Catholic pro-life education organization – fired off a shameless e-mail to supporters asking them to buy "Bury Obamacare with Kennedy" signs. Cardinal Sean O'Malley of Boston faced such venomous criticism after he participated in Sen. Kennedy's funeral Mass that he offered these sobering words to elements of the pro-life movement who believe their cause is best served by shrill attacks:
"At times, even in the Church, zeal can lead people to issue harsh judgments and impute the worst motives to one another. These attitudes and practices do irreparable damage to the communion of the Church. If any cause is motivated by judgment, anger or vindictiveness, it will be doomed to marginalization and failure."
Just days after Barack Obama's election, Bishop Blase Cupich of South Dakota cautioned his fellow bishops lining up to denounce the president's views on abortion at a national meeting in Baltimore that "a prophecy of denunciation quickly wears thin." Six months later, the University of Notre Dame became the epicenter of anti-abortion protests after the president accepted an invitation to give the commencement address. Many Catholic bishops criticized the decision to invite the president. Randall Terry, the founder of Operation Rescue who has called the president an "agent of death," led a protest that included an airplane flying graphic images of an aborted fetus. Standing before graduates, President Obama encouraged a more respectful tone on abortion characterized by "open hearts, open minds and fair-minded words." He acknowledged the moral dimension of abortion, emphasized support for pregnant women and called for greater access to adoption. An editorial in the Vatican newspaper commended the president for seeking common ground. A few months later, Pope Benedict XVI held a cordial meeting with Obama that was a model for prudent engagement.
Winning hearts and minds in a pluralistic democracy of contested values demands more than fist-shaking denunciations. It requires people of faith to bring reason and civility to the always imperfect task of translating moral absolutes into the messy reality of legislating. If those on opposing sides of this polarizing issue embrace a spirit of greater humility, compassion and critical introspection, enemies become potential allies and old assumptions begin to fade. Comprehensive efforts to reduce abortions are a cause for hope that the pro-life and pro-choice communities should embrace. After more than three decades of political paralysis and legal gridlock, the time has come to break new ground.
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In a far corner of the "new" Jewish cemetery (opened 1902) in the Polish city of Wrocław, Piotr Gotowicki is hacking away at the thick ivy that has grown over a gravestone lying flat on the ground.
It's not just any old gravestone, as Piotr knows full well. He has consulted the record book, detailing exactly where each of the cemetery's 12,000 bodies has been buried. And as the gravestone is uncovered, so is the name engraved on its surface.
"Georg Cohn, 13.12.1887-13.4.1938." He was my mother's adored father, who died of a heart attack just two weeks before her 17th birthday. My mother was his only child, and she emigrated to England the following year, sponsored by a cousin in London who said she'd employ her as a domestic servant. His wife Ilse was deported and shot in Kaunas, Lithuania by the SS in 1941. (See full story here.)
So the grave must have lain untended and forgotten for more than 70 years. And now, just three days after honouring my grandmother Ilse at the scene of her death, here I am in the cemetery, honouring her husband, my grandfather. This is truly a journey back to my family roots.
Piotr looks after the 25-acre cemetery single-handed. He has shoulder-length hair, a friendly open face, and, incongruously in this place of ghosts and history, smokes a vaporiser instead of a cigarette. When he meets a foreign visitor, his first question is: Do you speak a civilised language? By which he means either Polish, Hebrew, or Russian.
My mother never spoke of her father's funeral, nor of ever having visited his grave. The record book reveals that the funeral was held at 4pm on 19 April 1938, six days after he died. (According to Jewish custom, funerals should normally be held within 24 hours of death - but by all accounts, my grandfather had little time for religious convention.)
These days, there are barely 300 Jews in Wrocław, compared to more than 20,000 before the war, when it was the third largest Jewish community in Germany after Berlin and Frankfurt. Piotr says there are now no more than five Jewish funerals a year.
My mother never returned to her home town. When she left in 1939, it was called Breslau and was in Germany. All the people who lived here were German. Further back in history, at various times the city has been part of Poland, Bohemia, Hungary, Austria and Prussia. Since 1945, it's been Polish again and its name has reverted to Wrocław. Everyone who lives here now is Polish.
So is anything left of its previous identities? Well, there are still a few beautiful old buildings, the ones that weren't destroyed when the Soviet army pulverised the city in the closing months of the Second World War, and on some of the buildings you can see the faded German lettering identifying their previous owners. But otherwise, this is now a Polish city through and through, with a strong Polish identity. The Germans who used to live here were summarily expelled at the end of the war, and their place was taken by Poles from, among other places, Lviv, which had been Polish before the war, but which was handed over to Ukraine, ie the Soviet Union, in 1945.
In her memoirs, my mother remembered Breslau as "very dirty, with big houses". She described her childhood home as "a very large flat, with a huge balcony", overlooking a park. I managed to track down the address, only to discover that the street has vanished, along with all its grand, turn-of-the-century apartment blocks. But old photographs reveal that it was lined with chestnut trees, and yes, the trees are still there. So are the trams that run along the main boulevard at the end of the street.
But I also discover something that I suspect my mother's parents never told her and that she never found out. The address she lived at between 1933 and 1939 became a home of last resort for an increasing number of Breslau's Jews as their property was confiscated by the Nazis. At the cemetery, Piotr Gotowicki tells me that he has the burial records of a great many people for whom the address was their last registered place of residence. My mother always thought that her parents moved there because it was in a better part of town - the truth may be that it was the only place they could go.
At the offices of the city archives, I fill out a form detailing the names of my Breslau forebears. When I return a couple of hours later, they have managed to find my grandparents' marriage certificate - they were married on 8 November 1913, when my grandmother was just 16 years old - as well as my mother's birth certificate, and my grandfather's death certificate. All in copperplate German script, which makes them hard to read. But I had never expected that the records still existed, let alone that it would prove so easy to track them down.
There is one other place I want to visit while I am in Wrocław, the Schiesswerder, or entertainment palace cum beer garden to which my grandmother was taken after her arrest by the Gestapo in November 1941.
In 1946, an aunt who had remained in Breslau throughout the war wrote to my mother in London to tell her what had happened. "Your mother was picked up by two Gestapo men on the morning of 21 November. The bell rang, she opened the door, still in her dressing gown, and then she had to get dressed in their presence ... They told her to bring enough food for four days and they took her to the Schiesswerder. Over the next three days, about 1,200 Jews were assembled there, then they were sent off from Odergate station at the crack of dawn. They were told they were going to Kovno (Kaunas). Herr Metzner, the chemist, who had rented your dining room, immediately called on me to tell me the terrible news ...
"We tried to find out what was going to happen to all these people, and where they were going to be sent, but we couldn't find out anything. Once they had gone, there was never any sign of life from them again. However cruel it was that your mother had to be included in this first transport, at least she and the others with her were unaware that they were being taken to their deaths."
Now the former entertainment palace has gone, and in its place is a giant coal-fired power station. Nearby there is a street lined with dilapidated old tenement buildings; soon they will be gentrified and developed, and sold, presumably, to bright young Polish designers or advertising executives. And so old Breslau will continue to give way to new Wrocław. I can't help wondering what my mother would have made of it.
(You can see some of my pictures from Wrocław here.)


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Best Shots Advance Review: GOTHAM 'Finally Earned Its Namesake' With Season 3 Premiere
Gotham, Season Three Episode One - "Better To Reign In Hell…"
Directed by Danny Cannon
Written by Bruno Heller and John Stephens
Starring Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Robin Lord Taylor, David Mazouz, Cory Michael Smith, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Michael Chiklis, Jamie Chung, and Camren Bicondova
Airing on Fox September 19 at 8 p.m. EST
'Rama Rating: 9 out of 10
It's taken three seasons, but we're finally at the point where Gotham has earned its namesake. Originally billed as a show about young Jim Gordon out to fight the corruption of the city and a scarred child Bruce Wayne, the show then evolved into something that spotlighted the villains in favor of the heroes. Now with the season premiere, it becomes the ensemble force it was meant to be and the story of a city that can either break you or build you.
Mild Spoilers After This Point
Starting off, we see Jim Gordon (Ben McKenzie) take action going up against the monsters created by Dr. Hugo Strange (BD Wong) in Indian Hill that have slowly made their way to the streets of Gotham. It's a new role for Jim having walked away from the GCPD, one without a boss and regulations; he's essentially become a new man. Far removed from a man of the law, Gordon's only ally is still Harvey Bullock (Donal Logue), who loves him like a brother. Gordon finds himself going up against not just these man-animal hybrids, but also a returning Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett-Smith) is looking to claim Gotham as her own once more.
Across town, Barbara Kean (Erin Richards) and Tabitha Galavan (Jessica Lucas) have started their own nightclub, Sirens, which Newsarama visited last month. It's quickly become a melting pot of Gotham's high society and underworld personnel including a cover band belting out "I Know What Boys Like" made famous by the Waitresses. Richards steals the scene here taking down a mob boss that accuses her of muscling in on his turf. Her delightful squeals as she pummels him to the floor shows is just the beginning of the cast having fun this season.
Once again, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot/the Penguin gives his character true agency as the return of Fish has set him on a course of revenge. The opening scene has him address the media about Fish's reemergence and in a few minutes, has a showcase of emotions that makes his star shine a little brighter than we've seen before. He shares scenes with almost the entire cast in the premiere, and each time goes from manic and forgiving to subtly agitated. Since the first season, Taylor has been the standout performance of the series, and the season three premiere proves why the Penguin is a force to be reckoned with.
Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) has yet to come to terms to what he's destined to become, but as the secret society that is actually running Wayne Enterprises starts to reveal themselves - the Court of Owls, his path accelerates to the businessman he will become later in life. What Mazouz brings to the show is an fascinating sort of energy because for a while, Bruce was lost in the shuffle as Gotham was figuring out what it needed to be. He's no longer stoic in his performance and the young master Wayne has clearly grown into the role. There's even a bit of fun banter between Alfred (Sean Pertwee) and Bruce after he outright schooled the members of his board. It's literally two seconds long, but it adds so much to their relationship on screen.
Even young Selina Kyle (Camren Bicondova) has more to do this time around as not just a young socialite imposter, but as one of Fish's associates making her relationship with Bruce more strained than ever. When Newsarama talked to Bicondova on the set of Gotham last month, the actress mentioned that Selina will make her way to the dark side sooner than later. This episode could be the start of that tightrope act towards the dark side. It was confirmed that her friend Ivy, played by Clare Foley, will be replaced by a somewhat more mature version (later to be played by Maggie Geha) and the story reason behind this is given in the last few minutes of the episode. It's a stretch, but given the show has officially introduced super science onto the world, it's anything goes at this point.
Rewatching Gotham, it's been interesting to see how the show has evolved from this mixed bag of elements of the Batman mythos that didn't quite mesh well, to fully embrace the insanity that Strange has brought with him. There's a lot going on this season with Bruce's eerie doppelganger, the city having monsters in its midst, and the Court of Owls looking to sink its talons into Gotham, the first episode is just the key in the ignition for this soon-to-be wild ride.


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It was so easy to copy my main HD to a new Backup partition on my new Maxtor Ultra 16 250 GB that I was anxious to get my old Maxtor ext drive backed up as well. :)
However! It only got into the process for a couple of minutes before it stopped with "error halted execution". :(
Jeeps --
If you could send your SuperDuper!.log to me at the support email address, I'll take a look and see if I can figure out what's wrong.
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Definition of Iconical
1. a. Pertaining to, or consisting of, images, pictures, or representations of any kind.
Definition of Iconical
1. Adjective. Pertaining to or consisting of images or icons. ¹
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Definition of Iconical
1. icon [adj] - See also: icon
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Iconical
Literary usage of Iconical
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Lectures on Art by Hippolyte Taine (1875)
"... once crowned, was entitled to a statue; crowned a third time, he was-awarded an iconical statue—that is to say, an effigy bearing his portrait. ..."
2. The Philosophy of Art by Hippolyte Taine (1873)
"On the one hand, an athlete, once crowned, was entitled to a statue; crowned a third time, he was awarded an iconical statue—that is to say, ..."
3. The Annals of Natal: 1495 to 1845 by John Bird (1888)
"... River) to the iconical hill opposite Table Mountain. Driven by Chaka. Tribe dispersed. The descendant of the chief ..."
4. The Diagnostics and Treatment of Tropical Diseases by Edward Rhodes Stitt (1917)
"Dorsally there aref^fw^similar but only slightly developed lips or plates. A very prominent, iconical dorso-median tooth projects into the buccal ..."
5. Æesthetics by Eugène Véron (1879)
"Praxiteles made a statue of Phryne ; the women of Athens frequented the studio of Phidias ; the iconical statues of the victors at Olympia were done from ..."


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Polar Bear Solar Power at Bionik in Berlin
Opening 1 March in Berlin, the Bionik presents the newest developments in technologies which mimic great designs in nature. The Bionik will feature the Mercedes-Benz Bionic car, self-repairing fabrics, early warning systems for Tsunami, and solar power technology based on (well...why not?) polar bears.Polar bear solar power depends on the trick mother nature uses to keep polar bears warm. The engineered solution is a 20mm thick textile with white, air-trapping fibers stemming out of a black membrane. The white weave lets light pass through but provides excellent insulating properties to trap the warmth sucked in by the dark membrane below. The textiles exist in prototype and are capable of being industrially manufactured. The research is still pursuing the holy grail though. A much-debated theory holds that polar bear hair actually acts like fiber optic cables to direct UV radiation directly into the polar bear's black skin. Technology has not yet found a light-conductive fiber to equal this trick. Nonetheless, the current state-of-the-art provides a flexible material which lends itself to the imagination: smart clothing, light and easily manipulated building material, more efficient solar water heaters.
via Bionik 2006 (German only)
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House hunting has me itching for some new space fillers and with Ikea now available to me those spaces might just be filled.
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Living hippie
I've started going to Bikram yoga. Its quite a gross affair because the room is heated and you spend 90 minutes in a class full of strangers sweating like race horses, and me not being one for other peoples bodily fluids, I find it hard to control my gag reflexes when the instructor walks past and suddenly I feel as if I'm standing under a leaky gutter.
That said, however, I find it quite relaxing (once its over) and quite amusing too because people take stretching and lying on their backs very seriously. They come in, unsmiling, with their shorts pulled up to their eye balls and a look that says 'I'm here to become one with the sweat and get in touch with my inner little Indian man' (when in actual fact all they are really projecting is that they're unemployed and that's why they're able to attend a yoga class at 12:00 on a Monday afternoon. After all, that's why I was there.)
I've always associated yoga with wealthy housewives and hippies. I've always had a soft spot for hippie type living – if you can call it that – probably because of the home I grew up in and although now that I can choose my preference is minimalist, white and clean, a hippyish/ boho styled house lends a certain air of charm and makes the welcome in seem even grander than most places.
From one of the first blogs I ever followed, Moon to Moon offers an escape into that free-spirited, house plant filled, charming-piles-of-delightful-crap-everywhere world.
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Our last destination before jetting off to frosty Iceland, Sofia delighted and surprised us with its modernity and its culture. Rapidly developing and expanding to accommodate a growing population, the capital of Bulgaria provided many bookish locations and destinations as both the hub of local Bulgarian publishers and as a proud purveyor of all things literature.
Сиела (Ciela)
22, ulitsa "Tsar Osvoboditel", 1504 Sofia, Bulgaria
+359 88 651 1944
With a deceptively small storefront, Helicon books covers a huge, multi-story area that contains a wide range of books in both English and Bulgarian. Children's, non-fiction, scifi, fantasy, crime, thriller and more are available for browsing and purchase, and it's easy to lose track of time as you uncover wall after wall of books you didn't realise were there before!
X-Factor: The book cave! Hidden underground, an entire basement floor dedicated to second-hand books channels a distinct spelunking vibe as you pick your way through the narrow winding paths, duck under low ceilings and shimmy between floor-to-ceiling, triple-stacked bookshelves.
Хеликон (Helicon)
bul. "Patriarh Evtimiy" 68, 1463 Sofia, Bulgaria
+359 2 460 4060
Checking out the changing of the guard? Want to buy a book? Helicon is just around the corner! While this store doesn't stock a huge range of English books, what selection they do have has been thoughtfully curated and should appeal to anyone looking for a quick read. They also offer a good selection of coffee table books, mainly on art and architecture, all printed in English as well.
X-Factor: A great selection of classics, including a huge range of more obscure Penguin titles.
Colibri Publishers
София, ул. Иван Вазов 36, Bulgaria
+359 2 988 8781
One of the largest publishers in Bulgaria, Colibri was founded to publish Bulgarian writers and encourage the spread of Bulgarian literature to the rest of the world. In addition, they also publish Bulgarian translations of international literature, and offer a wide range of house-published books in their retail store in central Sofia. I bought #LivefromSofia here, which is a collection of short stories with Sofia as the central theme/setting. You can read my review of this work here.
X-Factor: The simple fact that they support and encourage local publishing and translations should be enough, but the staff themselves are a joy to speak to, as their passion really shines through!
Elephant Books
ul. "Tsar Shishman" 31, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
+359 88 642 0954
An adorable English-only second-hand bookstore, Elephant Books was definitely a bookish highlight of our trip to Sofia. Packed to the ceiling with books, trinkets and bookish accessories, this is a veritable haven for English speaking bookworms in Sofia. There's something for everyone in a variety of genres to be found here, and all appeared to be in good condition.
X-Factor: Great comics and manga selection, as well as a great range of – as to be expected with second-hand bookshops – more obscure titles.
Буктрейдинг (Book Trading)
Sofia, ul. Graf Ignatiev 50, 1142 Sofia, Bulgaria
Another Sofia bookstore with a great range of English titles, Book Trading's focus appears to be mainly new releases across a wide range of genres. If you're a scifi or fantasy fan looking for an English-language book to sink your literary teeth into, you can't go past Book Trading, as their range of those genres is impressive to say the least.
X-Factor: Almost an entire floor dedicated to bookish merchandise – mugs, tote bags, bookmarks, book covers and more make an appearance!
Гринуич буук център (Greenwich Book Center)
bul. "Vitosha", 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
+359 2 950 8337
A somewhat oddly-named bookshop, considering it's not located anywhere near any Greenwich, this bookshop is nonetheless a worthwhile stop thanks to its outdoor café area. Books and snacks, who can resist? Located on Sofia's main shopping street, Greenwich is a great place to stop for a coffee and a book – oh, and the English range is adequately large, too!
X-Factor: Best range of English YA in Sofia.
St. Cyril and Methodius National Library
bul. "Vasil Levski" 88, 1504 Sofia, Bulgaria
+359 2 918 3101
Housed in a large, classically-designed building, the National Library housed not only your typical library facilities, but also a space for both temporary and permanent exhibitions. When we visited, the temporary exhibition displayed a cultural exchange involving Chinese – Bulgarian relations, and the permanent exhibition contained old manuscripts and books open to the public. Unfortunately there was no access to the rest of the library for visitors, but as lovers of all things bookish we recommend visiting just to peruse the building and the books.
X-Factor: The old manuscripts are a joy to browse!
And that's it – for both our bookish rundown, and for Eastern Europe in general, at least for now. Our next destination is Reykjavik, the chilly capital of Iceland, where around 10% of the population are published authors! Stay tuned in the coming weeks when we report back with our Book Lover's Guide to Reykjavik.


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"We were blown away by the ongoing support during the delivery of our camps - the imago team helped to solve any issue that arose." Matthew Lord, Director Let Me Play Loughborough Campus is one of the UK's largest and most extensive single conference sites. The 410 acre campus features over 180 state-of-the-art exhibition, meeting and conference facilities for up to 2000 delegates. All facilities are available during the Easter and Summer periods. With excellent audio visual technology, superb food and a first class service, we are able to deliver a high quality event tailored to your requirements. The campus offers 375 bedrooms during Easter and up to 2500 in the Summer vacation, this is in addition to our 319 three and four star hotel rooms which are available throughout the year.
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Starwest's Environmental Practices
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Our expanded facility is now almost 200,000 square feet, and has allowed us to make significant investments to improve our ability to efficiently process our products to meet the growing demand. We have invested in the improvement of several of our production areas, and we are committed to the continuous improvement of our food safety management systems.
Environmental Practices
At Starwest, we are aware that all of the decisions we make on a daily basis have an impact on our environment, and we want to ensure that our impact is a positive one. We do this by ensuring that our daily operations are in a manner consistent with the best environmental practices. We believe in the preservation of our planet, and for a healthier, cleaner world for generations to come. With our expansion and move, we were able to consolidate several of our warehouses into one, thus minimizing transportation costs and emissions. This additional space has also allowed us to operate more efficiently and safely, in addition to improving upon our environmental practices and waste management program.
Renewable Energy
Our energy objective is to offset much of our electricity needs by efficiently using power made from renewable resources. We support our local utility's Greenergy® program, which allows us to purchase power from renewable sources like wind, water, sun, and biomass. The goal of the Greenergy® program is to build new, cleaner energy resources, and to reduce the need to build additional high-polluting power plants, thus creating a cleaner environment.
We are committed to reducing our energy consumption levels, and we have replaced much of our lighting with new low energy units. Many of our areas have motion sensor lights and/or are on timers, and as we continue to upgrade specific areas within our warehouse and offices, ideas and procedures for energy savings will be a major focus for us in the future.
Recycling and Waste
Our objective with our waste management program has been to maximize our recycling efforts and effectively use our materials, including minimizing our waste and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We have been recycling much of our waste for years, and in 2013 we implemented a new, very comprehensive recycling and waste management plan, and began to thoroughly measure and track what we recycle and send to the landfill.
In the last few years we have made substantial progress with an increase in our recycling efforts and in reducing our waste. We've seen an increase in our recycling from 30% to 50% in the last several years, and we recycle over half of our waste now. We will continue to try and identify ways to increase our recycling and decrease our waste each year.
Gloves and Hairnets
We use a program that recycles products that were previously known to be "hard-to-recycle," and they turn them into raw materials that are used to create useful, eco-responsible products and durable goods. All of our plastic gloves and hairnets are recycled and turned into pellets. The pellets are then used for surfaces and equipment in playgrounds, to help make them safer and more environmentally friendly.
The major factor in our reduction of paper use has been in moving to an annual wholesale catalog from a biannual wholesale catalog. With printing only one catalog annually, we have reduced our paper usage by approximately 15,147 lbs. (6,870 kg) of paper each year. The paper we use in our catalog is FSC Certified (Forest Stewardship Council) and recycled (30% recycled and 10% post-consumer waste). FSC certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits. The ink we use in our catalog contains a high concentration of mixed vegetable oils (is not a petroleum solvent based ink), and makes the print process even more environmentally friendly and sustainable.
Packaging and Packaging Materials
Our objective at Starwest is to efficiently use packaging materials (whenever possible) made from renewable materials, that are recyclable and biodegradable. We recycle all cardboard, paper, glass, and recyclable plastic in our facility. We have clearly marked containers in work areas for all RECYCLABLE materials including:
- All copy and printing paper, including all of our product and shipping labels
- Cardboard Boxes (all are recyclable, reusable, biodegradable, and compostable)
- Interior packaging materials including packing paper and bubble wrap
- Aluminum
- Wood scraps
- Plastic
- Glass
When we are done with our drums, we cut the metal ring off the top and recycle the drum cardboard material.
Wood pallets
We do reuse them in-house, but they are not recyclable. When we're done with them, we sell them to a company to be reused.
Printer cartridges
Many of the printer ink cartridges we use are recyclable, and all are recycled. We also have several green printers that use solid ink blocks instead of cartridges, which generate less waste.
If working, they are often donated to various schools or to our employees and their families. If they are not working, then we work with the e-waste recyclers to ensure proper disposal and/or reuse.
Our green clippings are taken from our facility and recycled to create compost. Composting requires very little work and resources, and has a positive impact on the environment, including reducing our waste stream.
Sustainability At Starwest
Starwest is committed to selling high quality natural products while preserving the environment. We are committed to a more sustainable planet, and we conduct our business in a way that allows us to maintain our standard of environmental dedication, with commitments to sustainable and organic farming and caring for the environment. Strongly committed to the organic industry and having worked for the advancement of sustainable organic agriculture since 1980, we are proud to offer an increasingly large selection of certified organic botanicals, herbs, spices, teas, liquid herbal extracts, essential oils, and more.
Sustainable Organic Farming
Certified organic products are grown and harvested without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, and offer a more sustainable option for feeding ourselves and our communities. Organic farms can even support higher levels of wildlife, and improve entire ecosystems and ground water. Sustainable organic farming practices can produce crops without depleting our earth's resources or polluting the environment. It has many environmental, health, and social benefits, and continue to have a significant impact on the quality and availability of water and soil quality.
Certified Organic Processor
We are continually developing and maintaining long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers and growers who are committed to sustainable and organic farming practices. All of our certified organic products are grown and harvested in accordance with the USDA National Organic Program. Our products and manufacturing facility are both Certified Organic by Quality Assurance International (QAI).
Certified Organic Product Sales
We are committed to increasing the amount of certified organic products we offer each year, and our new products are launched as organic whenever possible. The overall growth of our organic product sales has risen by 75% in the last 7 years, as reflected in the graph below.
Kosher Certified Facility
Starwest Botanicals is also a Certified Kosher facility, certified by "Kosher Certification Service" located in Los Angeles, CA. Most of our botanicals, herbs, and spices are kosher (*exceptions noted).
Ethically Wildcrafted and Harvested Plants
We make every effort to source and select ingredients from natural renewable sources and are dedicated to the conservation of plants and the preservation of their natural habitat. We support sustainable wild collection practices to protect species from becoming endangered.
Fair Trade
We continue to offer a large selection of Fair Trade Teas certified by Fair Trade USA, an independent nonprofit organization that monitors and certifies Fair Trade products in the U.S. Fair Trade raises income and living standards for tea farmers overseas, while helping to protect the environment by investing in their farms and communities. For consumers, Fair Trade offers a powerful way to reduce poverty through their everyday shopping.
The Fair Trade Certified™ logo you will see on our product labels guarantees you are receiving a superior quality product, farmers and workers received a fair price for their product, and eco-friendly practices were used in crop production.
United Plant Savers (UPS)
We are a member of United Plant Savers, a non-profit organization that helps spread the word on endangered and at risk plant species. Their mission is to protect native medicinal plants and their native habitat while ensuring an abundant renewable supply for years to come.


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AETI Power Systems and Controls Limited is a foremost engineering consulting company in Nigeria rendering the following services in the power sector: Hands-on Technical Training, Power Projects and Consulting Services, Technical Recruitment and Outsourcing Services, Procurement and Supply of Power Equipment and Facilities Management Services to the Power Sector.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: HR Consultant
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- Job involves meeting and exceeding the company's recruitment and HR consulting targets.
- Managing and retaining existing clients
- Developing new channels of business
- Follow-up on clients to secure and seal deals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop recruitment and HR consulting proposals for clients
- Marketing of the company's recruitment and HR consulting services to prospective clients.
- Manage the recruitment process (from sourcing → placement)
- Manage HR/Organization development consulting project.
- B.Sc/M.Sc in relevant disciplines
- Minimum of 3 years Human Resources Management Experience in a well-structured consulting firm
- Minimum of ten years in an HR consulting practice/functional HR department for the senior consultant role
Job Skills:
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in a team.
- Self-motivated and target oriented.
- Very strong business development skills
- Extensive recruitment & HR consulting experience
- Ability to work under pressure and tight reporting schedule.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and CV's to: [email protected] using the position as the subject of the mail.
Application Deadline 15th June, 2018.


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Somewhat reassuringly, the high correlation of violent crime to gross stupidity is here in evidence, suggesting that indecent interval will be very brief indeed. Unsurprisingly, his sophistication regarding the criminal justice system hasn't yet matched his precocity for criminal violence, and his conspicuous lack of shame regarding the killing (or appreciation for the mercy shown him) suggests that on his block he's something of a celebrity:
"While he was being searched by Deputy Hill and Deputy Nix, (the teen) bragged to them about being one of the juveniles who killed the Tuba Man," according to an incident report. "He bragged how his lawyer, John Henry Brown (sic), got him off with only three months for stomping Tuba Man to death and how he would get him off for these charges too," a deputy wrote in an incident report.
However, John Henry Browne was not the teen's attorney on the Tuba Man case, in which he received a sentence of 30 to 72 weeks and served all 72. His attorneys were public defenders Daewoo Kim and Hal Palmer, according to the King County Prosecutor's Office.


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Blog Archives
Bunions- aarrggghhh. | The Podiatrist and yourfeetnz
Many people with bunions suffer from discomfort and pain from the constant irritation, rubbing, and friction of the enlargement against shoes. The skin over the toe becomes red and tender. Because this joint flexes with every step, the bigger the bunion gets, the more it hurts to walk. Over time, bursitis or arthritis may set in, the skin on the bottom of the foot may become thicker, and everyday walking may become difficult—all contributing to chronic pain.
Wearing shoes that are too tight is the leading cause of bunions. Bunions are not hereditary, but they do tend to run in families, usually because of a faulty foot structure.
Foot injuries, neuromuscular problems, flat feet, and pronated feet can contribute to their formation. It is estimated that bunions occur in 33 percent of the population in Western countries.
Treatment for Bunions
Because they are bone deformities, bunions do not resolve by themselves. The goal for bunion treatment is twofold: first, to relieve the pressure and pain caused by irritations, and second to stop any progressive growth of the enlargement.
Commonly used methods for reducing pressure and pain caused by bunions include:
Protective padding, often made from felt material, to eliminate the friction against shoes and help alleviate inflammation and skin problems.
Removal of corns and calluses on the foot.
Changing to carefully fitted footwear designed to accommodate the bunion and not contribute toward its growth.
Orthotic devices—both over-the-counter and custom made—to help stabilize the joint and place the foot in the correct position for walking and standing.
Exercises to maintain joint mobility and prevent stiffness or arthritis.
Splints for nighttime wear to help the toes and joint align properly. This is often recommended for adolescents with bunions, because their bone development may still be adaptable.
Surgical Treatment
Depending on the size of the enlargement, misalignment of the toe, and pain experienced, conservative treatments may not be adequate to prevent progressive damage from bunions. In these cases, bunion surgery, known as a bunionectomy, may be advised to remove the bunion and realign the toe.
If you have any foot problems, contact The Podiatrist.
Agony of 'de-feet' or how to prevent ingrown toenails | The Podiatrist and yourfeetnz
You know we expect an awful lot from our feet. We walk, run and jump on them. We cram them into socks and shoes. We use them to stand a little taller. We subject them to sand, rocks and heaven knows what hazards they endure while walking barefoot in our homes. Then we complain bitterly when they hurt. Makes sense to me.
Want to talk about foot pain? Talk about an ingrown toenail. Also known as onychocryptosis or unguis incarnatus (I dare you to pronounce those words) an ingrown toenail occurs when a sharp corner of the toenail digs into the skin at the end or side of the toe. Although it can happen to any toe, it's most likely to be your big toe.
An ingrown toenail can be the result of trauma, such as stubbing your toe, having an object fall on your toe, or engaging in activities that involve repeated pressure on the toes, such as kicking or running.
The most common cause of ingrown toenails is incorrect trimming. Cutting your nails too short encourages the skin next to the nail to fold over the nail. Another cause of ingrown toenails is wearing shoes that are tight or short. Certain nail conditions are often associated with ingrown toenails. For example, if you have had a toenail fungal infection or if you have lost a nail through trauma, you are at greater risk for developing an ingrown toenail.
Treatment of Ingrown Toenails
Home care:
If you don't have an infection or any medical conditions that may affect your healing, you can soak your foot in room-temperature water with Epsom salts, and gently massage the side of the nail fold to help irrigate the area.
Avoid attempting "bathroom surgery." Repeated cutting of the nail can cause the condition to worsen over time. If your symptoms fail to improve, make an appointment with The Podiatrist.
Home treatment is strongly discouraged if you suspect you have an infection, or if you have a medical condition that puts your feet at high risk, for example diabetes, nerve damage in the foot, or poor circulation.
Preventing Ingrown Toenails
Many cases of ingrown toenails may be prevented by following these two important tips:
•Trim your nails properly. Cut your toenails in a fairly straight line, and don't cut them too short. You should be able to get your fingernail under the sides and end of the nail.
•Avoid poorly-fitting shoes. Don't wear shoes that are short or tight in the toe box. Also avoid shoes that are loose, because they too cause pressure on the toes, especially when you run or walk briskly.
Myth Busting – Ingrown Toenails!
Myth: Cutting a "V" in the nail will reduce the tendency for the nail to curve downward.
Truth: Cutting a "V" does not affect the growth of the toenail. New nail growth occurs from the nail bed and will continue to grow in whatever shape the nail bed is in.
Myth: Repeated trimming of the nail borders is a good way to treat ingrown toenails.
Truth: Repeated nail trimming fails to correct future nail growth and can make the condition worse.
Myth: Cotton placed under the nail will relieve the pain.
Truth: Cotton placed under the nail can be harmful. It can easily harbour bacteria and encourage infection.
Myth: You can buy effective ingrown toenail treatments at the Pharmacy or Chemist.
Truth: Over-the-counter topical medications may mask the pain, but they fail to address the underlying problem.
Get started on resolving your foot problem today.
Visit The Podiatrist for all your foot care needs
Preventing common foot problems: expert tips for improved podiatric health and overall wellness
These days, the vast majority of people are working to improve some aspect of their overall health. Popular resolutions can range from increased exercise and healthier eating habits to quitting smoking or simply taking a daily multivitamin; but amidst all these other goals, proper foot care often falls by the wayside. Common foor problems such as foot pain, ingrown nails, athlete's foot or bunions, are all too often neglected at the outset – and subsequently permitted to progress to the point where professional treatment is required to reverse the problem. In most cases, improved preventative care is all it takes to keep these conditions at bay. However, some conditions may require professional treatment or even surgery: and before attempting to self-diagnose or self-treat any foot injury, pain or infection, it is important to consult The Podiatrist to ensure proper diagnosis and a safe solution for lasting health.
The following guidelines can help individuals keep their feet healthy and happy all year long – and make it easier for them to detect early symptoms and warning signs in order to seek prompt and effective podiatric treatment:
- Ingrown Nails – Ingrown toenails can develop easily and without warning if nails are trimmed incorrectly or constricted in ill-fitting shoes. Left untreated, they can result in painful infections. Prevent ingrown toenails by cutting nails straight across and rounding the edges with a clean file — and take care to prioritize proper trimming and sanitation techniques when frequenting nail salons to reduce the risk of infection.
- Nail Fungus – Toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a common ailment that is particularly likely to affect athletes, elderly individuals and anyone with a genetic history of the disease. Fungus can start in a tiny portion of the nail and spread over time to the full nail, so frequent inspections (after bathing or while grooming, for example) are an essential preventative step. Take steps to avoid toenail fungus by keeping feet dry and clean, changing socks regularly and wearing shoes in public areas. For those already with nail fungus, consider advanced laser therapy for drug-free, long-lasting eradication of fungus and unsightly symptoms.
- Bunions – Despite popular belief correlating bunions and badly-fitting shoes (such as high heels, flats and flip-flops), most bunions are in fact the result of inherited structural defects and have little relation to one's footwear. That being said, shoes that lack the proper support may well exacerbate the pain and swelling symptomatic of bunions. Individuals suffering from continous foot painvisible swelling on the big toe joint or restricted motion of the foot should consult a podiatrist and consider the benefits of bunion surgery: because bunions are a progressive disorder, only surgery will reverse painful symptoms and allow patients to return to their normal activities in comfort.
Don't wait to begin taking better care of your feet: commit to a better preventative care routine today, and consider visiting The Podiatrist for a consultation.
Things you should know about flat feet.
Q: What causes flat feet? Is it a common condition?
A: Flat feet are a common condition, estimated to occur in approximately 20 to 30 percent of the population. There are many reasons why an individual may have a flat-foot condition.
First, there may be a rare congenital defect, which is present at birth, such as vertical talus, which manifests as a rigid rocker-bottom flat foot. But, generally, most infants and toddlers do have flat feet because the arch structure has not yet developed. The development of the arch normally occurs during early childhood after 3 years of age.
In the 10- to 14-year-old range, a cause may be a condition called tarsal coalition. This is an abnormal connection between two bones in the foot which leads to a painful, spasticity (stiffness) of the peroneal tendon.
As we age, there are many reasons why an individual may develop a flattening of the arch, which is known as an acquired flat foot. These causes are developmental and include:
- Connective tissue disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Endocrine disorders such as diabetes mellitus.
- Osteoarthritis.
- Tight Achilles tendon.
- Dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon; when the tendon on the inside of the ankle loses its functionality.
- Obesity.
- Aging.
- Trauma.
Finally, the hereditary or genetic predisposition to a flat foot is also a possible cause.
Q: What symptoms might someone with flat feet experience?
A: Symptoms are varied and depend upon the cause of the flat foot, the individual's activity level and the type of footwear that is worn. An individual may present to the office with heel or arch pain (plantar fasciitis), Achilles tendinitis, pain in the subtalar joint or ankle discomfort. Patients will often have several symptomatic areas, have difficulty with exercise, and may even have knee, hip or back pain.
Q: When should someone with flat feet see a Podiatrist?
A: Typically a patient will not seek professional treatment unless they are symptomatic, except for those times when a parent may be concerned with their child's foot structure or function. The question arises: If someone has a flat foot will they be symptomatic or develop problems later in life? The answer to this is, not everyone will develop issues later on. With that being said, medical treatment should be sought if one is symptomatic with pain or if the flat foot condition is severe (a significant rolling inward of the foot and ankle during walking).
Additionally, if one has noticed a change in their foot structure such as a sudden collapse of the arch or has a medical condition with decreased sensation
to their feet (such as in diabetes mellitus), there are sufficient studies that show the initial evaluation and periodic follow-ups with a podiatrist may help
prevent further complications.
Q: What are some easy solutions that people can try?
A: Wearing well structured shoes and sandals that provide adequate support to the arch structure of the foot. It is important to understand that one size does not fit all. Some flat foot cases may require custom-made orthotics, an ankle/foot brace, special shoes and in extreme cases, surgery.
Q: When is surgery necessary for flat feet?
A: Surgery is an alternative when conservative measures have not provided a satisfactory relief from pain and discomfort. Additionally, patients who are at risk for chronic breakdown or ulcerations on the bottom of their feet due to the complete loss of the arch structure are good candidates for surgical intervention to prevent further complications. For the most part, however, conservative and non-surgical treatment plans will be effective in the majority of cases.


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March 29 (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index looked set to open little changed on Tuesday after Monday 1.04 percent drop, with falling commodity prices still likely to weigh on shares of resource companies.
* Canadian equity futures <0#SXF:> pointed to a slightly lower open.
* U.S. stock index futures were flat on Tuesday near the quarter's end as investors took a wait-and-see stance, unsure about the impact of global crises. [.N]
* Falls in peripheral banks led European shares lower after Italian lender UBI Banca (UBI.MI) announced a capital hike, though analysts said the deal could help restore longer-term confidence in the sector. [.EU]
* Markets in Asia were mixed with Indian Sensex closing almost a percent up as investors picked up stocks ahead of the quarter end.
* The Thomson Reuters-Jefferies CRB index .CRB, a global commodities benchmark, fell 0.53 percent in early trade.
* Oil prices fell around a dollar in a third day of declines as expectations mounted of a relatively swift restoration of supplies from OPEC member Libya. [O/R]
* Gold eased in Europe as expectations that interest rates may rise in key countries undermined confidence in the metal, with investors remaining cautious after its failure to build on last week's record high. [GOL/]
* Copper fell on concerns over high inventories and slack demand from top consumer China, exacerbated by talks of further monetary tightening there, but a weaker dollar lent support. [MET/L]
* Lululemon Athletica LLL.TO: The company said on Monday it would split both its common shares and its special voting shares on a two-for-one basis, subject to shareholder approval at its annual meeting on June 8. [ID:nN28207842]
* Agnico-Eagle Mines (AEM.TO): The gold producer said it expects to produce less gold this year after a fire at its Meadowbank mine in the Nunavut Territory destroyed the kitchen and crippled the mine's staffing levels. [ID:nL3E7ES3FF]
Separately, Miranda Gold Corp agreed to give Agnico an option to own up to a 70 percent stake in its Alaska gold project for about $15 million in a multi-year deal. [ID:nL3E7ET1KM]
* Arise Technologies Corp. APV.TO: The solar technology company posted a narrower fourth-quarter loss on Tuesday, helped by higher shipments of its photovoltaic cells. [ID:nL3E7ET1US]
* Hydrogenics Corp. (HYG.TO): The fuel-cell maker reported fourth-quarter net loss of $1.9 million, or 34 cents a share, compared with a profit of $6.1 million, or $1.64 per share, a year ago. [ID:nL3E7ET1QC]
Following is a summary of research actions on Canadian companies reported by Reuters. [RCH/CA]
* Belo Sun Mining BSX.V price target raised to C$1.90 from C$1.60; rating outperform at National Bank
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Amazon to come to Pakistan, Finally
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Jeremy McLellan Shuts Up India American comedian Jeremy McLellan has been using his social media profiles to condemn the violenceRead more
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Abottabad might not have 50 shades but still has plenty to make it one the most beautiful places of Pakistan.Read more
Weightlifter Talha Talib clinched the first medal for Pakistan at the Commonwealth Games 2018, which got under way in GoldRead more
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India is constantly breaching the Human Rights in the conflicted Kashmir. Recently, 20 people are killed and another 200Read more
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Welcome to Siloam Community Church.
Sunday Worship
small group
1:00pm, Education Building | Chapel
2:30pm, Education Building | Classrooms
We are a church located in the Atlanta area in the historic city of Norcross in the great state of Georgia. Recently planted in April 2017, we are intentional about grounding our identity in Christ alone. When our identity is grounded in Christ, we can say with Paul in Acts 20:24,
"But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God."
Find out about our church, mission, our strategies, and the unexpected joyful results of waiting on God.
Ready to take the next step? There are many ways to get involved. See some the ministries that you can get connected with to begin your journey of faith with us.


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'aragbelaiye' dance performance
"Aragbelaiye" serves as a commentary on African existentialism.
Sep 16 - 17, 2017
Theatre Republic
After successful performances on the 9th and 10th, "Aragbelaiye" will continue its run at Lagos' Theatre Republic on September 16 and 17 at 3PM and 6 PM.
"Aragbelaiye" is a dance piece directed and choreographed by Gbolahan Sanu. Its tongue-twisting title roughly translates as "You trade your very essence to survive." The dance looks at (wo)man's race to better himself with the tools he is born with or discovers along life's way. It also serves as a commentary on African existentialism and the meaning of the "rat race."
Check out a preview of the dance below:


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GS19 Land Rover Corgi Flying Club and Nipper Airplane on Trailer boxed
The second No.19 Gift Set featured the 438 Land Rover in a darker blue with Whizzwheels and a red beacon, towing a wide blue trailer which carries a Nipper aircraft. The aircraft wheels locate in spaces on the deck and the wings can be removed and stored on the trailer for travel.
There are two types of Land Rover: one has a grey hook and the lemon interior with grey steering wheel, a later one has a black hook and all-yellow moulded interior.
The trailer gets re-used for a farm Gift Set with a pile of hay and two odd looking kids on top. This would be the Land Rover's last run in a Gift Set, however.
This set is virtually as new and comes with one of the best boxes I have seen. There is one small tearin the cellophane but that is all. There are tiny chips on the rear panel of the Land Rover where the trailer has rubbed against it but otherwise this is as close to immaculate as you will find.See more photos


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Greetings and Salutations,
I'm kinda, ehh, sorta, in heaven? I'm on a ferry which should be called a cruise ship from Rostock, Germany to Helsinki, Finland. It's odd how the old trite saying "the difference a day makes" is so incredibly true. Yesterday I woke up in some rose bushes, I will note that the little "nook" I made was quite cozy, it wasn't that bad a sleep to be frank. Today, I woke up on the top floor of a cruise ship in the Baltic sea in a suite with 2 wonderful German ladies, wunderbar!
You see, at times I wonder where this blog is going, then I realize there are millions of gents and ladies in the situation I was that aren't sure if they should go. There are countless travel blogs out there and most are fake or written by people that in general, are kinda boring. Just watched a "travel show" depicting Rostock to be heaven on earth, it's not. Sure it has some cool stuff but they have professional photographers and cinematographers capturing the best angles on the nicest days with this music that you hear when you're getting a massage. That's not reality, that is fantasy. Most want to sell you on a fantasy and as we all know, often times fantasy trumps reality 10 to 1.
I digress.
So this blog will continue to outline the daily ups and downs of doing a trip so you can get an idea of WHAT might happen should you roll the dice and just go for it, no one is doing it and the world needs to know. Had I found a blog like this before I left, it would have made my decision easier. Also DO NOT assume or fantasize about what it will be like, just go. People who make bucket lists live boring lives. Why? Most are rehashed from others ideas and it is setting a ceiling, the coolest moments I've had on this trip are things I never ever could have imagined in my previous existence. Also if you have a bit of luck and a decent personality, you truly can have the time of your life in this wonderfully whacky world.
So yeah, yesterday was boring, it was one of those days that nothing goes right. You wake up freezing on the streets, you buy a coke and when you open it, the cap flies into your face and fizz explodes all over your face, clothes everything. You buy groceries and some of the cheese is moldy, you walk down the street and the bag you had to pay extra for breaks. A friend of yours has something horrible happen and you can't find anywhere to get online to find out / talk about it. You're sick, tired and disillusioned. You go to a ferry and find out it doesn't leave for another 15 hours, great.
Then, suddenly you show up again to the ferry terminal and there are 2 wonderful ladies who are just as bored as you are and the next leg of your journey begins. If you have a Eurail pass, you can get on a Tallink "Superfast VIII" or whatever cruiser for 69E for a seat, 150E for a sleeper bed. I took the seat. I am reorganizing my priorities. Why won't I take a sleeper bed but sometimes spend that AND MORE at some night clubs in the developing world? Oh yeah, spending that on an egregious night out is A LOT MORE FUN. Still though, it's been a sick ~11 months time to do some work for the next leg up.
Turns out the ladies had a deluxe room and invited me to stay with them, I slept like a baby. That is the benefit of being a "gentleman". You see, there are creeps, pigs, blokes, dudes and gents. A street sweeper can be a gent and a CEO can be a creep. It doesn't matter what you do in life, it's who you are, wise people can see that, regardless of how you dress, how well "kept" you are, it doesn't matter! I will also note there are not many "gents" out there so if you are one, I tip my hat to thee and urge you to get a move on and discover this wunderbar of a world.
Side note, lots of female Doctor's I've met want to date mechanics and other guys who are good with their hands. They can't be bothered to deal with white collared useless at everything else but making cash kinda guys, it's true. One asked me if the car broke down on the side of the road if I could fix it, I said "no". She said if we dated, I'd better at least lift the hood and say, "I know what's wrong but don't have the tools, better get it towed". hahaha If you are good with your hands, you can work anywhere in the world it's a dream portable occupation. Degrees and "professions" do not transfer so well and are more difficult to find work for.
I have no hard feelings on Germany, I just didn't have the sickest time. I could have tied my shoes and spent an extra 2 minutes brushing my teeth and all the people I ran into would have been different, that is a fact. I met a lot of cool people just never got the "I'd live here for part of my year vibe". That is what I'm looking for, FYI. I'd definitely go back to Berlin to party if I had friends that were there, indeudably.
Regardless, if you come on this ferry, bring some food. I felt like a piker with my bag of cheese and meats. After paying 7E for a coffee and a coke… I feel like a champ. I thought the lady at the restaurant was my "Crew" (getit?) and filled a big mug but she charged me for 2 coffees, shame really. For 6E you can get access to the sauna and whirlpool. It's for 1 hour. Sometimes it pays to be slightly pretentious. I just walked out with the key so yeah, I'm still "saunaing" whenever I wish, indeed.
I don't feel like I'm traveling right now, I'm in this first class cruise ship cruising through the Baltic Sea on my way to a cottage party outside Helsinki with gents I met on a tiny island called Koh Tao in Thailand, wtf!?!? If you have a Eurail pass, make the trek, it's a very refreshing change from the hosteldeloca or whatever. The trip is a total of 28 hours but I wish it was 72 hours, I love this ship, I think it would be cool to go on a really long cruise. Also, working on a cruise ship would be very cool if you want to earn some coin and see the world. I could totally work here. All my jobs have been insanely isolating and that is part of the reason I have great disdain for traditional work. I'm skewed, I'm biased, realize that, ok?
In my old job, I had an office 3x the size of yours, I don't care how big your office is, mine was way larger. That said, it was in an industrial park and it sucked. I used to watch a squirrel run the wire for entertainment. My highlight was when the accountant who was sorta my dream girl would come in. I was convinced they were discriminating against interesting people and only had boring / weird people in the building. It sucked. When you're a lobbyist though or an agent for any industry that pays your bills, you need to cut costs where you can. We had a massive office outside of town instead of a small one in town and saved money. It was cool but isolating, enough about that.
Not much else to say, I'm chilling out on this cruise ship. Also, going to start writing more about things you can do to get out of the work world. Lots of people write about this stuff but they got it all wrong. You don't save and leave, you invest and leave so you can come back when you wish, if you wish.Stocks and internet properties are a great way to get going, I will get deeper into that. I miss trading stocks daily it's a good time but remember, as wise men say "Stocks are for A$$HATS". I reckon it is so because when you're winning, you're a tall top hat on top of the world, when you're not you feel like an a$$. Everyone has been both places, the trick is to be the top hat in the game of monopoly not the shoe… I can say this, I've been both.
In closing, remember this. Whatever you value most in life tends to come into your life. I value cyberspace money, novel experiences, freedom and fine company. What do you value most? If you said "security or comfort" please close this browser and never come back, EVER!
I'm done here, yes I am, yes I am.
Tips hats to the gents, clears throat in the direction of the creeps.
P.S: I have photos, prepared them but on this satellite internet, FTP & youtube and all those bandwidth suckers are disabled, sigh.
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Hello everyone welcome to my food and drink blog. I am a lifelong resident of Washington DC who has experienced his fair share of gourmet this city has to offer. Despite the fact that I have lived in this city my whole life I have yet to scratch the surface of the fine dining and cultural expose. In a city with a vast array of cultural influences you can always find something new to taste or experience.
It is the job of this blog to introduce and catalogue my experiences as well as offer a critique to the food I try and bars I visit. I hope my experiences offer a great insight and motivate my followers to try something new. I love to share my experiences with everyone who choses to read and am open to any critique. I would love feedback on my posts as well as suggestions of where to go next and what to try.
I am also open to share these experiences with anyone who is open to try something new because in the end, life is all about enjoying yourself and this is what I enjoy doing.
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TORONTO, Dec 16 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock market index could open higher on Wednesday, boosted by firm gold and energy prices.
But investors are expected to be cautious ahead of a Federal Reserve policy statement on interest rates later in the day.
Toronto's main stock index ended down 4.67 points at 11,541.02 on Tuesday as investors pocketed gains, offsetting the boost that higher oil prices gave energy shares. [nN15239996]
Here is some news that could affect the market:
The U.S. Federal Reserve is expected to stick to its super-loose monetary policy stance on Wednesday as high unemployment constrains policy-makers' enthusiasm about the economy's recent improvement. [nN15246231]
Gold rose above $1,130 an ounce on Wednesday after above-consensus euro zone data lifted the euro from lows, but prices were rangebound amid caution ahead of a Fed statement. [nLDE5BF0P6]
Oil rose above $71 a barrel on Wednesday, extending its gains after snapping a nine-day losing streak a day earlier, as industry data showing a sharp drop in U.S. distillate stockpiles overshadowed signs of weak demand.[nSGE5BF01A]
The Canadian province of Ontario is considering selling all or part of its holdings in state-owned businesses as it grapples with a C$24.7 billion ($23.3 billion) deficit, the Globe and Mail newspaper reported. [nSGE5BF05Q]
CF Industries Inc (CF.N) said on Tuesday it will not seek to extend its financing commitments for its proposed acquisition of Terra Industries Inc TRA.N and made no assurance that it will take more action to buy the fertilizer company. [nN15244657]
Assets under management in Canadian investment funds jumped in November from a year earlier as investors piled into balanced funds amid the strongest-ever market momentum in a 12-month period, according to the Investment Funds Institute of Canada. [nN15236139]
Following is a summary of research actions on Canadian companies reported by Reuters on Wednesday. [RCH/CA]
* RBC raises Transcontinental Inc (TCLa.TO) price target to C$16 from C$15; Rating Outperform
* RBC raises Indigo Books & Music (IDG.TO) price target to C$17 from C$15; Rating Outperform ($1=$1.06 Canadian) (Reporting by Scott Anderson)


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Is Big Ben set to bong for the last time?
A 10-and-a-half ton bell affectionately known as Little John has been put forward as a potential replacement for the world-renowned chimes of Big Ben.
Parliament's Great Clock is said to be so dilapidated that it could grind to a halt unless drastic repairs are carried out.
The proposed £29 million "full refurbishment" would involve the clock being stopped for four months and each of the four faces covered in turn as work is undertaken.
But Nottingham City Council has said its Council House bell could deputise if needed.
The deputy leader of the authority has written to the BBC and the Serjeant at Arms at Westminster offering the services of the bell known as Little John and its E-flat tone.
Graham Chapman said the chimes would be missed at Westminster if a replacement is not found.
He wrote: "We note with interest the recent news reports about repairs to Big Ben which would mean the chimes would fall silent for several months.
"On behalf of our city, we are therefore pleased to offer the chimes of Little John as a replacement during the period when Big Ben is being repaired.
"It would be a great honour for our bell to serve this purpose. These chimes are iconic across the globe and of course could never be replaced.
"However the distinctive sound of bells at key moments during the day and night would be missed across the world unless a temporary replacement could be found."
Little John was cast by Loughborough bellfounders John Taylor and Co in 1927, which also cast bells for St Paul's Cathedral, Manchester Town Hall and Liverpool Cathedral.


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Here at the Blanco River Retreat we believe in serving up the best southern hospitality that Texas has to offer. We treat our guests like family, and it's our intention to provide an unforgettable Hill Country experience for our guests. Guests will discover that much of our decor is inspired by the people of our past, and the beautiful flora and fauna that make the Texas Hill Country so special.
The Blanco River Retreat is a newly renovated property situated on 6 riverfront, rolling acres nestled in the heart of the hill county between Wimberley and Blanco, Texas. The Retreat features two riverfront homes that comfortably accommodate 23 guests.
Our Main Lodge is 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms featuring three suites, plenty of entertaining space, and a recreational/bunk room. Each suite has a king sized bed and a private full bathroom. The rec room downstairs has a queen bed, twin bed, a queen pull-out sofa bed with a premium mattress, TV/DVD, wet bar, mini fridge, and full bathroom.
Our farmhouse inspired converted barn is 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The barn has two bedrooms downstairs (one king bedroom and one queen bedroom). Both rooms share a large full bathroom and a half bath on the first floor. An exterior staircase leads to an adorable farmhouse loft that is perfect for families. The upstairs room has a full bathroom, 2 queen beds, 1 full sized bed, a pull out sofa, TV and DVD and a table and chairs for games/puzzles, etc.
The property also features a large, resort style swimming pool, an oversized hot tub large enough to seat 10 people, and a fire pit.
Both houses have amazing views and direct access to the Blanco river with abundant swimming holes and jumping rocks. The two kitchens are brand new with all major appliances and fully stocked with dishes, silverware, barware and serve ware.
Our love and appreciation for the Blanco River and the surrounding Texas Hill Country is at the core of everything we do, and we want to share our little slice of heaven with, well, everyone! So we invite the river dippers, the belly laughers, the story tellers, the long pourers, the grill masters, the hammock nappers, the smores roasters, the horseshoe tossers, the live music listeners, the market day shoppers, the wine tasters, the wedding partiers, the birthday celebrators and all you city escapers ... We welcome you all to come sit by the river and do what you do best with the people you love the most.
Please check out our Instagram and Facebook pages (@blancoriverretreat) for more reviews and photos.
Please note, if you intend to have more than the max occupancy of 23 people on the property during your stay for a party or special event, please let us know of your plans in your inquiry. We do require that you sign an event contract before booking. Thank you!


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Alison's Bridal Shower
Hi Friends!
My friend Alison has a very short engagement and will soon be off to Tel Aviv for two years. Before she gets hitched and moves to the other side of the world, we just had to throw her a bridal shower!! In less than a month, Stefanie, Nicole, and I managed to collaborate over email and throw a nice shower together! It's amazing how well something turns out when you have a shared common goal: to please the bride.
The spread.
The theme was fairy tale princess, since Alison has always loved Disney Princesses, but in the end it was more the color scheme and games that followed that theme. We also went with brunch foods since this was being held around lunchtime. Overall, it still turned out great!
I was able to use my fringe backdrop board (aka The Megaboard) one last time as well as the "Bride to Be" bunting I created as a free printable.
This was one of the products from our original "breakfast bar" idea. The yogurt parfaits were a huge hit and putt them into wine glasses made it more sophisticated.
Anything on a stick = instant fun. Fruit skewers is no exception.
I've been wanting to make tissue tassel garland for the longest time, and I finally did! These were super easy to make, although a bit time consuming. I love how big of a bang you can make with just a few supplies. I will post a tutorial soon!
Overall, everyone had a great time, especially the bride! We had some beautiful spring weather so we spent that time outdoors on the deck.
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The Miami Beach is 2 km away from the complex Velika Plazha, and it is 240 m long. It disposes of a restaurant, a beach bar and a service place, and ince 2014 we have modern ECO AUTO CAMP. In the restaurant you can find specialties of the national and international cuisine and at the service place you can get refreshments and ice cream. The sport facilities consist of 4 volleyball grounds, a mini football pitch, some gadgets for children, canoes and pedal boats and other facilities. There is the possibility to make an excursion to the river Bojana, the Valdanos bay and to Old Ulcinj. The beach has been awarded by the blue flag for many years, and in 2006 it was chosen as the best beach in Montenegro by the Ministry of Tourism and the National Tourist Organization
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CWA Local 1101 joined Hillary Clinton at LaGuardia Community College in support of Governor Cuomo's ceremonial signing of NYS's new free tuition program, The Excelsior Scholarship Program. The program was included as part of the states new budget and offers free tuition to SUNY and CUNY students whose families earn $125,000 or less a year.
Are you fed up with the flood of big money in politics Wondering if anything can be done to fight back and restore our democratic elections?
Join us this Thursday at 7:30pm, to hear directly from Maryland Congressman John Sarbanes. Earlier this month, Rep. Sarbanes joined House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi to introduce the Government by the People Act, which would increase the power of the small contributions that ordinary citizens can afford to give, providing incentives for congressional candidates to reach out to average voters, not just dial for dollars from wealthy donors.
Local 1101 members joined the March on Washington, DC this past Saturday commemorating the historic civil rights march of 1963 and pledging to continue the struggle for civil rights today.
By SUZANNE GAMBOA, Huffington Post
WASHINGTON -- Tens of thousands of people marched to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and down the National Mall on Saturday, commemorating the 50th anniversary of King's famous speech and pledging that his dream includes equality for gays, Latinos, the poor and the disabled.
The event was an homage to a generation of activists that endured fire hoses, police abuse and indignities to demand equality for African Americans. But there was a strong theme of unfinished business.
"This is not the time for nostalgic commemoration," said Martin Luther King III, the oldest son of the slain civil rights leader. "Nor is this the time for self-congratulatory celebration. The task is not done. The journey is not complete. We can and we must do more."
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Proposed Aquacutlure Regs Could Set Back Ocean Protection by Decades
SOUTH COAST TODAYProposed aquaculture regs could set back ocean protection by decadesFebruary 17, 2015 - 10:57 — Timothy GillespieEnvironmental protection will be set back "decades"Business leaders, commercial and recreational fishing associations, scientists, lawyers and environmentalists called on Prime Minister Stephen Harper to halt the implementation of the proposed Aquaculture Activities Regulations, fearing that the new rules will permit aquaculture firms to put thousands of litres of deadly pesticides into coastal waters surrounding salmon farms in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland.The changes, says the group, will exempt the aquaculture industry from the Fisheries Act provisions that "prohibit the release of deleterious substances into water frequented by fish." Despite broad based opposition since the beginning of the regulatory change process, which started in 2011, the government of Canada has moved ahead in implementing these changes.As an example of the deadly nature of chemicals can be found in the 2011 felony charges against Cooke Aquaculture CEO Glenn Cooke and two other executives for illegally dumping the dealy cypermethrin pesticide into the waters surrounding Cooke Aquaculture industrial fish farms on coastal New Brunswick. In a plea deal part way through a 2013 trial, the trio pleaded guilty to the charges and were fined close to $500,000. "These regulations will set back Canadian aquatic environmental protection measures several decades," states Bill Ernst, a retired Environment Canada toxicologist. "They will eliminate Environment Canada's role in enforcing the law with respect to aquaculture and hand responsibility over to Health Canada who do not have an undivided environmental protection mandate."The 120 signatories of an open letter sent today, contend that the proposed changes will lead to increased environmental risk through the discharge of increasingly powerful pesticides, and other potentially damaging substances into the aquatic ecosystem, significantly reduce government regulatory oversight, and damage Canada's commercial interests as a provider of untainted seafood."We have been fishing along side the aquaculture industry for decades and we know the impacts open-pen salmon farms can have on the traditional fishery. When the salmon aquaculture industry is poorly regulated it places our industry and livelihoods in jeopardy. We have grave concerns about the contents of the Aquaculture Activities Regulations, particularly the emphasis on aquaculture industry self-monitoring and regulation, and the capacity of DFO to enforce the proposed regulations," says Maria Recchia, Executive Director of Fundy North Fisherman's Association based in Southwestern New Brunswick. "The value of our industry is based on a pristine, non-polluted marine environment," says Stewart Lamont, owner of Tangier Lobster in Nova Scotia. "We have already dealt with the impacts of pesticides, and see federal fines levied on something that would now become legal. To have DFO authorize pollution from a coastal industry is simply baffling."A newly released scientific study by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans on the impacts of two pesticides used to treat sea lice, Salmonsan and Alphamax, shows that there are lethal effects on lobster and the risk from one of those, Alphamax, exists up to ten kilometres from sites of use and concludes that there is a general lack of data on pesticide impacts on a wide variety of other marine species."We already know that our oceans and coastal ecosystems are suffering from far too much pollution. With these proposed regulatory changes, we are actively allowing further pollution of our coastal waters. Our coastal industries, particularly those that rely on a healthy marine environment will be put at risk," says Dr. Susanna Fuller, Marine Conservation Coordinator at the Ecology Action Centre." In addition, our international reputation on environmental protection will be impacted – something we can't afford, particularly given the importance of the export markets to our fisheries." http://www.southcoasttoday.ca/content/proposed-aquaculture-regs-could-set-back-ocean-protection-decades
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Palmetto Clean Fuels (PCF) would like to invite you to its first ever webinar series. PCF will host a series of four, one-hour webinars during 2018. The first webinar in the series will introduce you to Clean Cities and Palmetto Clean Fuels. This webinar will take place on March 5, 2018 at 1:30 PM EST. During this webinar, participants will hear from the US Department of Energy with an explanation of the national Clean Cities program. Then, SC coordinators will provide more in-depth information about PCF, highlight previous and upcoming events, explain how to get involved, provide a tour of our resources, and offer a sneak peak of what's coming next. This will be followed by a short Q&A session. Call in information will be emailed to registrants the week preceding each webinar.
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