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Unlike other people who choose to review comic books in a grouped or lumped style, I'm going to try and bring them to you as I find them, and let you know what's going on with every single issue. Call it expanding, call it obsessive, call it...whatever. I have a love for comics, and I want to bring that to y'all all the same as novels and anthologies. They are a very important part of horror literature, after all.
That being said - first up is Hack/Slash: Trailers Part Two by Image Comics.
Now, I haven't gone into a comic book shop in...shit...probably about 15 years. Well, unless I was buying Mcfarlane Movie Maniacs figurines, that is. (I know...shame). Recently I decided to take a walk out to a shop I haven't been to before, to see if I could track down Brian Keene's Doom Patrol #16. I did (and will review it later), but I also came across this grisly little gem.
To be fair, I'd heard through the grapevine that Mike Oliveri wrote a story for this issue of Hack/Slash, and that's primarily what sparked my interest. Now, before I go on acting like I know what I'm talking about, I want to say that this is the first time I've ever even encountered this particular title, let alone any of the previous issues in the series. I can say, however, that I'm going to be on the hunt for this entire (and epic) series. It's incredible!
Hack/Slash: Trailers Part 2 is basically to comic books what anthologies are to novels. This specific issue has what they call "13 tales of Naked Fear!", in the style of slasher movie trailers. That's right. 13 mini-bursts of brutal, sexy, bloody, relentless horror stories and imagery from 13 different writers and artists - all done in 62 pages.
Of all of them, I'd have to say that Home, Home On Derange by Steve Seeley (story), Jenny Frison (art), and Josh Emmons (letters); Wallow In Death by Mike Oliveri (story) and Sean K. Dove (art & letters); and Psyche by J. Torres (story), Joe Song (art) and Rus Wooton (letters) were among my favorites. Not just because they were great little stories, but because the art complimented the stories so well. They also felt like the most original pieces in the book (okay...Psyche wasn't original, but points have to be given for the twist on Bloch's/Hitchcock's Psycho)
Rape Van by Mike Norton (story), Brent Schoonover (art), Nate Lovette (colors), and CRANK! (letters) holds top position though, for being strangely unique and brutally hilarious. Imagine a van...nevermind. You have to read it.
Whether you're looking for a bevy of beautiful blondes being butchered around a campfire (Campfire Stories), the senseless slaughter of cute-but-evil little fuzzballs (Too Cute), a midget...thing...that attacks from within the womb (Womb With A View), or a sensuous look at just letting yourself go with the music (Blood On The Dancefloor), this issue is for you.
You can check it out at Image Comics' website, Tim Seeley's official website, and at the official Hack/Slash Inc. website. Amazon has several Omnibus' available for this series, but from what I can see they don't have single issues available. Here's the search.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Hack/Slash: Trailers Part Two by Image
Posted by Colum McKnight at 3:09 PM
Labels: Hack/Slash, Image Comics, Mike Oliveri
2 comments:
- Melissa said...
I was wondering about this! Sounds awesome :) Good reason to jump back into comics too.
- December 5, 2010 7:44 PM
- Paperback Horror said...
You're right, it IS a good reason to get back into comics. They're a very important part of horror literature, and they're goddamned fun!
Also, this series is fantastic. Utterly fantastic.
- December 6, 2010 3:49 PM
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Ranter: Pixie-cut, mini-skirted fortysomething woman in dingy garb that suggests hipsterism, homelessness, or both.
Location: Outside the Walgreens at Market and Stockton
Time: 10 p.m. on a recent Saturday
Topics covered: Security guards' prerequisites; the importance of advanced education; how shoes can be earned; why cops are slow to respond to shoplifting calls.
[Detained by two much larger fellows, one in security garb and the other in pretend-shopper street clothes, and seated Muppet-like on the low wall that indicates the stairs to the Powell BART station, the pixie-cut woman fills the night with hectoring remarks.]
Pixie-Cut Woman: "Loss prevention." More like "people harasser!" What do you have to have to get that job? A G.E.D? Do you call your mom and tell her "I got one today! Today I showed Walgreens how much I was worth!" Do you have any college? No! If you did, you wouldn't be doing oh-so-important "loss prevention!" I have two college degrees, so don't act like you outsmarted me. If you're so good at your job, how come you didn't get me until I was out the door? I was all the way outside, and the shoes were all the way outside, so I don't think you have a case. Those aren't Walgreens' shoes once they're outside! Those are mine!
Plainclothes Security Guy: You didn't pay for the shoes.
Pixie-Cut Woman: No, I earned them. I made you two look good for once, so let's just say loss-prevention paid for those shoes. Look, I walked around all day in holey socks, and I don't have any money, and I saw those shoes and thought, "Why does Walgreens have shoes?" and then I thought, "I'm just taking what I need." To each his own. Her own, I mean. And now you're arresting me?
[A long moment passes.]
I guarantee they're sitting around the station house arguing over who has to deal with my ass tonight. Cops hate me because I tell them the truth, and they know I'll outsmart them. With my brain! You should use yours — maybe you could get a real job and stop arresting people in need.
Plainclothes Security Guy: We're not arresting you, ma'am. We're just making sure that you never again trespass in a Walgreens.
Pixie-Cut Woman: I was trying not to trespass! I was trying to leave Walgreens when you stopped me!
[The cops arrive, and the pixie-cut woman's remarks devolve into shouts of "fuck," "fuckers," and "cocksuckers."]


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I still remember the run like it was a few weeks back. I was practically having high expectations of myself and I think I had it too high. Why? It's the Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2010, and I am only running the half marathon category. That's 21km to those who don't do running.
I was there about 5:45am as my run starts at 6:15am or is it 6:30am, nevertheless I wasn't at all prepared properly for this run. This is all due to my laziness and complacency of my own. Well, then at least I found out the hard way.
Before the run, I was full of confidence. Practically it was a mistake.
I was practically forcing myself to finally run non stop for the longest I did. Due to what I've experienced last year, I was pushing myself to run continuously for at least 10km. Well, target was achieved and I went 1.5km further until I finally felt that I had better stop and give myself some rest. Rest I did, that I took another 1 hour to finish the next 10km.
Practically I was way exhausted than normal. Never had I felt that way. I was afraid that I might collapse anytime after the 12km stage. I kept pushing myself too hard and felt that it's all in the mind. Little did I know that sometimes if your body can't take it, don't overdo it too much.
Darn tired, I sat down on the pavement after the whole run feeling way exhausted that I can't bring myself to get up and walk. I didn't care if I sat with my legs wide open. All I wanted was to sleep there and then. Scary when I thought of it now.
I really was suffering much. I have to support myself with an umbrella. I felt like if there weren't this umbrella to support me, I will surely fall down all of a sudden. You know during this time, I am cinya lucky to have a friend running and traveling with me.
FireWire and DanielCtw
Me still trying to maintain coolness when posing. FireWire ran the 10km run and practically I have to thank him for driving me back later after the run. If not I am not sure whether I could drive back home then.
Second person that helped motivated me to push to the finish line was Princess Yen. Thank you dear for cheering me on that day.
I am happy I finished the run. Thanks for your support that motivated me. Look at my hand that's still holding the umbrella. No matter what, I am still happy and my enthusiasm to run will not stop.
Orange Run 2010 is the latest run that I've just ran. Well, that'll be another report. Until then, I'll make sure I get myself up and ready for the 2011 SCKLM Run next year.
Here's my timing and record.
This years timing is worse than my previous year.
Pace: 6.36min/km
Time: 2'49'21
Total Climb: 442m
Update: Anyway went to check SCKL Marathon's official website here at
http://www.kl-marathon.com/reports/check_race_time and here are my results.
Rank: 1286
Gun Time: 02:51:05
Net Time: 02:48:43
Split Time: 01:03:47 (Not sure whether at 11km or 10km mark?)
Here's to those who runs too. May we enjoy running and staying healthy.


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The undersigned, PETER W. DIZOZZA, an attorney duly admitted to practice law before the Courts of the State of New York, hereby makes and affirms the following statements upon information and belief, under the penalty of perjury pursuant to CPLR Rule 2106.
1. I am the attorney for the respondent in the above entitled action.
2. I respectfully request the court to allow me to clarify the Statement of Facts offered by Petitioner's attorneys as follows.
3. Respondent DID NOT breach the First Stipulation. Petitioner moved to restore the proceeding to the court's calendar for a hearing to determine whether the Respondent had breached the first stipulation.
4. Petitioner's attorneys inaccurately quote the wording of our second stipulation by stating as follows: "All breaches were deemed material." The stipulation states that "All terms of this stipulation are material and non are de minimus."
5. Judge Stoller found that respondent had breached the Stipulation in three ways: "Respondent's failure to provide access on the date in the Stipulation and failure to comply with requirements concerning the washing machine in the subject premises constitute grounds to vacate any stay on the execution of the warrant of eviction, in addition to Respondent's throwing of kitty litter outside the door of the subject premises."
6. By Decision/Order dated May 7, 2018 Judge Stoller granted Petitioner permission to restore if Mr. Hoving did not perfect the appeal in time for its October Term.
7. Respondent filed his own notice to appeal and Judge Stoller gave him until the October Term to perfect it. With no activity it would be administratively dismissed. Petitioner moved three times to dismiss it and timely sent notice to me of their motions twice.
8. On October 31, 2018, Petitioner's motion was granted and Respondent's appeal was dismissed WITHOUT OPPOSITION. There was no opposition because I did not receive petitioner's mailing of the motion until its return date.
9. This court determined reasonable hourly billing rates of petitioner's three attorneys in its May 7, 2018 Order only to set respondent's undertaking, without addressing the hourly value of the work these attorneys provided to petitioner, respondent and the housing court.
10. These attorneys bill between $225 and $420 an hour, often 3 at a time, never less than 2. They believe it is a worthwhile use of Housing Court Resources to establish that respondent owes them for responding to their assault because of how much experience they have.
11. The attorneys for Petitioner have since increased their demand to the court from approximately $200,000 to approximately $220,000 because Respondent filed his own notice of appeal.
12. Since respondent would be paying for their motions, they did not wait for Respondent's notice of appeal to be administratively dismissed, nor did they need to follow Judge Stoller's decision allowing them to restore if Mr. Hoving did not perfect the appeal in time for its October Term.
13. Instead they moved three times to dismiss and as I received their motion papers twice, I opposed twice. Opposition to their second motion extended respondent's time into the December Term, and the Appellate Term third granted their third motion without opposition because I did not receive it until its return date.
14. Respondent was unable to post an undertaking and did nothing about going further with his notice of appeal. He Defaulted. Judge Stoller already addressed the futility of perfecting the appeal as respondent's conviction in a concurrent criminal matter was dispositive and would be easily incorporated into the record herein.
15. The issues supporting denial of fees and dismissal of further litigation are as follows:
A) Respondent did not receive notice of the most recent appeal dismissal motion until its return date. The motion was granted without opposition because petitioner did not provide respondent with the opportunity to oppose. Furthermore, Judge Stoller's order did not require petitioner to engage in this further motion practice.
B) Petitioner conducted a hearing concurrent with a dispositive criminal matter. As to the dispositive breach claimed, petitioner's attorneys did not prevail under preponderance when DA prevailed beyond reasonable doubt.
C) Consider that the reasonable cost for Prosecution of a proceeding applies here. For Petitioner's attorneys, there was no prosecution, only a hearing. The attorney fees for the prosecution of the proceeding by the people's DA was covered for petitioner by the taxpayers. That conviction unequivocally establishes the breach of the stipulation.
D) Petitioner may seek fees only in the event respondent defaults under the terms of his agreement, which respondent never did.
E) Petitioner prevailed on three of their eight allegations of a stipulation breach.
F) Petitioner never proved a prior breach by respondent. Petitioner avoided the expense of proving alleged breaches by entering into a stipulation of settlement, and it is from that stipulation that petitioner's attorney fees began accruing. That respondent breached the first stipulation is a false statement.
G) Petitioner further wasted court resources and muddied litigation fees by filing a concurrent spurious action to evict respondent for having a dog. (Landlord Tenant Index # 7793/2016 discontinued on the same day as a December 15th, 2017 inspection.) (EXHIBIT)
H) Petitioner's attorneys should not make their victim pay for attacking him from every possible angle, even though they succeeded in destroying his life and evicting him from his home.
16. The settlement document which controls the timeline of litigation for this court to consider is our Stipulation of Settlement dated November 26th, 2016. The following provision in that stipulation enables petitioners:
"In the event that Respondent defaults under the terms of this stipulation, petitioner shall be entitled to seek the full extent of its reasonable attorneys' fees incurred to date and any future legal fees that Petitioner may incur in the prosecution of this proceeding."
17. Respondent can only seek attorney fees if respondent defaults upon the terms of his agreement, and while Judge Stoller's eviction decision found violations which did not amount to a breach, and while he did find three breaches which allowed eviction, respondent never defaulted upon the terms of this agreement. In his May decision, Judge Stoller specifically uses the word default with its meaning as the parties intended.
18. The default terms of our stipulation specifically address the timeliness and amounts of respondent's payments, and respondent always met them, and no he did not meet the timeliness required to perfect his appeal, but rather defaulted on that.
19. Petitioner proved to the court throughout the hearing how important this finding of default was to petitioner's ability to seek fees, because each time we went to court, petitioner's attorneys opened the proceeding with a motion for default upon the terms of the stipulation and each time the court denied that motion.
20. I beg the court as represented by Judge Stoller. I respect that the court is authorized and legally obligated to enforce our mishmash agreement. Please allow me, an attorney who is dreaming of billing at $150 an hour, as co-drafter, to do my best to articulate my understanding of what I wrote in collaboration with our $420 an hour David Tendler in order to bind the parties in the event of a default...
21. Please note, your Honor, that you also properly used the word default in your May Decision in that respondent did indeed default on perfecting his appeal by the the Appellate Court's October Term, but not upon the payment terms relating to default in the stipulation.
22. As far as backdating attorney fees, there were no reasonable attorney fees owed by respondent to date of November 26th, 2016 because both parties entered into a stipulation of settlement without addressing petitioner's allegations up until that time.
23. The entire cost and wasting of housing court resources in conducting a hearing on a breach of the second stipulation, delaying the prosecution of the dispositive criminal matter, is what makes deniable petitioner's motion.
24. To conduct a hearing during a concurrent dispositive criminal trial, accrued fees that are unreasonable.
25. Petitioner conducted a hearing simultaneously with a dispositive criminal prosecution.
26. And now petitioner's attorneys provide a record of their billing.
27. Legal Aide and District Attorneys delayed and adjourned their prosecution because they had to obtain transcriptions and analyze sworn testimony of the same witnesses that of course were appearing in the criminal matter, and they were doing so as petitioner produced additional sworn testimony by a hearing that the criminal matter's outcome could have resolved in 10 minutes.
28. The $200,000 worth of petitioner attorney work failed to prove the very matter the DA proved.
29. All housing court success to petitioner is the result of respondent's irrational and confused actions. Respondant lost his home not because of any work of petitioner's attorney but because of his own actions taken under the color of "righteousness," through duress and confusion.
30. In addition, Petitioner can not charge respondent for those allegations he did not prove.
31. Must the court surmount a layperson's confusion regarding the criminal nature of "prosecution" and its non-applicability to conducting a simple hearing?
32. Petitioner is seeking a punitive penalization of his tenant adversary for defending himself based upon whatever fight that tenant could muster.
33. Petitioner's attorneys want to court to charge respondent for defending himself!
34. If we factor in that petitioner's litigation went on for so long ONLY because that is how long it took for the DA to win the case for petitioner on a breach that we agreed was a dispositive breach, for which a hearing would take 10 minutes, then we can dismiss this motion as moot.
35. We agreed that if respondent was found guilty that there was no issue as to whether respondent breached the stipulation.
36. That criminal prosecution was prolonged for over a year, because petitioner's attorneys ran a hearing concurrent with it, at the expense of precious housing court resources, and at the unreasonably impressive hourly rate charged by Petitioner's attorneys while we the taxpayers were paying the City DA.
37. Petitioner's attorneys' willingness to go forward when the dispositive matter was before Criminal Court DELAYED THE CRIMINAL COURT MATTER WITH OVERLAPPING TESTIMONY which both legal aide and the ADA had to obtain from housing court as it was being produced.
38. Then, please note that for all their efforts, Petitioner's attorneys themselves FAILED TO PROVE THE CRIMINAL MATTER by a preponderance of the evidence when the taxpayer funded District Attorney's Office was able to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt.
39. So we return to our stipulation. Our terms and are clear in our collaboratively crafted agreements. The shades of meaning are specifically agreed to be not de minimus: Therein the actions in each paragraph are defined as either Breach, Violation or Default. Respondent agreed that petitioner could only seek attorney fees if respondent defaults upon the terms of his agreement.
40. In the decision permitting eviction of respondent from his home, the court found violations which did not amount to a breach, and three incomprehensible breaches which as stipulated by the unequal parties allowed for execution of eviction. However, respondent never defaulted upon the terms of this agreement. The default terms of the agreement address issues of timeliness of payments.
41. To prove to the court how important this finding of a Default was to petitioner's ability to seek fees, each time we went to court petitioner's attorneys opened the proceeding with a motion for default upon the terms of the stipulation for failing to pay in time, and each time the court denied that motion because respondent had not defaulted.
42. Petitioner won eviction on the limited grounds of what respondent did as a result of harassment and confusion.
43. Petitioner's attorneys by moving this court to address attorney fees on the above matter raise substantive issues to be considered by the court before further wasting its resources herein.
44. Reasonableness is the standard. This is not a standard upon which a legal professional needs to assess. What would a layperson believe is reasonable in the petitioner's extravagant and wasteful prosecution of this proceeding?
45. This is why the court must stop here and deny petitioner's motion. We cannot surmount the confusion regarding the criminal nature of "prosecution" and its non-applicability to conducting a simple hearing after which the petitioner is using the Housing Court resources to seek punitive penalization of his tenant adversary simply for defending himself.
46. Nor need we return to housing court now when the parties themselves agreed only a default would allow petitioner to seek attorney fees.
47. Petitioner's own attorneys, not by their exploitation of housing court resources, but by causing respondent, by his own actions, to crack under the psychological perception of persecution that caused him to lose his home.
48. Now they ask the court to call its hearing a "prosecution of this proceeding," when in fact they delayed prosecution of the criminal proceeding that was dispositive of this matter, and which had a price tag of work by other attorneys, the district attorney and legal aide, who are on the public payroll.
49. Most recently, without giving respondent the opportunity to oppose their most recent motion, such that it was granted on default, they are now claiming that the more respondent defended himself the more he would have to pay.
50. This is counter-productive to our exercise of our constitutional rights.
51. In the interest of justice the court must dismiss further litigation on this matter because our stipulation terms and are clear in our collaboratively crafted agreement and their shades of meaning are specifically agreed to be not de minimus. Petitioner won eviction in housing court only on the limited breaches from what respondent did as a result of harassment and confusion. Again this is while the criminal matter is pending and being delayed by this concurrent litigation.
52. Is it a worthwhile use of housing court resources to consider the nominal attorney fees earned ON THE LIMITED GROUNDS UPON WHICH PETITIONER PREVAILED.
Petitioner prevailed as follows:
53. To quote from the February 22nd decision, this eviction is occurring because "Respondent's failure to provide access on the date in the Stipulation and failure to comply with requirements concerning the washing machine in the subject premises constitute grounds to vacate any stay on the execution of the warrant of eviction, in addition to Respondent's throwing of kitty litter outside the door of the subject premises."
54. Specific to a nuisance stipulation eviction, while respondent did not admit to throwing kitty litter into a common vestibule, he mistakenly relied upon Judge Stoller's ability to see and take his own judicial notice of the following:
Petitioner's surveillance video evidence of the area where kitty litter was allegedly thrown was not the area cleaned by respondent's witness
Nor was the physical evidence held by the court gathered from where the alleged kitty litter would have landed.
55. As for respondent not being home when respondent sought to invade the home with an inspection on December 15th, 2016, respondent admitted that he was not and could not be there that evening. A simple admission costs nothing to prove. Furthermore, the stipulation specifically included that December visit in the invasion of privacy notice requirements.
56. And the third finding warranting respondent's eviction was also an admission by respondent.
Respondent simply left in his apartment a portable washing machine, when all he had to do to comply with the stipulation was to take it out. Instead respondent installed mounting and piping that only served to show Judge Stoller how challenged respondent was, and how far removed from understanding his agreement he was in trying to appease petitioners. His confusion, and mine for that matter, regarding mounting of portable type of washing machine, became a windfall for petitioner.
Respondent's own plumber refused to help him comply with petitioner's requirements, but then petitioner was therafter able to bring that same plumber to appear on behalf of petitioner to show the court how ill-advised and misguided respondent was in trying to mount a portable washing machine.
57. The court found that these three irrational actions of respondent rose to the level of a breach of the parties' arms length stipulation, such that the court granted petitioner the right to evict their rent-stabilized tenant on a nuisance holdover for actions that no one would consider rise to the level of evict-able nuisance. Petitioner thereafter returns to our carefully worded stipulation to bring us back to housing court.
58. The prior pleadings petitioner used to convince Judge Stoller of its longstanding problem with respondent, are unproven legal documents. The parties settled the dispute they created without considering their merit when the only 8 issues petitioner litigated resulted in an eviction AS THOUGH there was a proven prior history.
59. The court in its interpretation of the stipulation has confirmed that therein the parties made a distinctions between deminimus terms in the stipulation, specifically between default, violation and breach.
There can be no disagreement between the parties over the interpretation of the terms without confirming the degree to which there was not a meeting of minds and that the stipulation should not be enforced.
60. Although the court lets the stipulating litigants chart their own course, the court interpreted for us what course we charted.
The court has already granted petitioner the leeway that he did not, even though the stipulation says he must, notify the parties while exercising a right of inspection on December 15th, 2016.
The court gave petitioner the right not to follow the terms of the stipulation by stating that the stipulation itself was all the notice respondent deserves, even though the December Inspection is included in the notice requirements agreed to by the parties.
61. The court interpreted the stipulation in favor of petitioner although its end result was unconscionable.
Therefore let the court allow us to rely upon the shades of meaning of the words so expensively crafted therein. After all, Petitioner is asking him to pay for writing them.
62. The fact that respondent was represented by an attorney, me, resulted in petitioner having the support of the court in awarding the petitioner the right to its unconscionable remedy.
63. There is a reason Petitioner in his prior motions for fees specifically misquoted our stipulation by writing therein that "All breaches were deemed material."
64. The stipulation reads as follows: "All terms of this Stipulation are material and none are de minimus."
65. The TERMS of the stipulation are Violation, Default and Breach, and none of the shades of meaning between those three terms are de minimis.
66. With regard to "de minimus," the housing court infers case law but it also respects the meaning of de minimus within the understanding of the parties.
67. Petitioner turned housing court into stipulation enforcer. It should not be too much for respondent to ask of the court, therefore, that it address the precise language of the stipulation.
68. If the court is to permit the parties to rely upon breaches of the stipulation as the basis for respondent losing his home, then only the plain language of "legal" terms should apply. Therefore, please respect that the stipulation does not say all breaches were deemed material. The stipulation says all terms are deemed material.
69. The court has already done enough decoding of the parties' stipulation in favor of petitioner. For example, and not to reopen the proceeding but to consider this in light of the petitioner's sought after attorney fees, the stipulation's Paragraph 16 applies to stipulation paragraph 10 because 10 states that the visit on December 15th at 7PM is "to inspect." Therefore that invasion into Respondents home, as all invasions therein, are governed by Paragraph 16, which sets the precise terms by which respondent grants Petitioner his right to inspect, his right to invade the privacy of respondent, and thus the December inspection is specifically mentioned and included in Paragraph 16. Nonetheless the court found therein a breach. Should respondent now be obligated to pay petitioner's attorneys for the cost of this confusion?
70. Respondent prevailed on most of the issues raised by the petitioner, and did so at great cost, both emotional and monetarily. And he could not bear the cost of, but rather defaulted in appealing this matter.
71. Therefore, in establishing the reasonable charge for attorney fees is the clarity and specificity that the attorneys have achieved in their stipulation bringing us to a hearing in the first place.
72. A careful reading of the stipulation establishes that the terms Breach, Violation and Default are clearly not synonymous. Each is used independently in a differing paragraph and the three terms are assigned specific meaning in each of their appearances therein.
73. It is that careful and concise word-work that this attempt at achieving a court-ordered hand-out for the benefit of the Petitioner at the expense of the Respondent is based.
74. Again, I come forward for respondent to oppose the actions of petitioner and his attorneys. Now they will to ask the court to penalize respondent for opposing this, their latest frivolity by adding more fees for having to address it.
75. I also wish to draw your honor's attention to the conclusion of their current motion to you to restore for a housing court hearing on attorney fees. They conclude their affirmation by calling this motion my motion, which they further conclude should be denied.
76. Yes, it is petitioner's motion and yes it should be denied.
77. I understand that in proving respondent is crazy that Petitioner's attorneys have lost their minds but now they are trying to make me lose mine too.
78. I suppose yes, it is a good idea to turn my opposition into a motion to dismiss any further imposition on housing court resources.
79. I am a city taxpayer, too, and would horrified to see how million-dollar-attorneys exploit the resources of our housing court.
WHEREFORE, this proceeding must be dismissed in the interest of justice. There is no issue to support petitioner's claim that it is seeking "reasonable" attorney fees. Petitioner agreed to do so only for costs in prosecution of the proceeding, said costs ultimately born by the taxpayers in the successful criminal proceeding prosecuting respondent. Petitioner also agreed to seek fees only in the event respondent defaults, which he never did, and that the parties have such other further and/or different relief as the court deems just and proper.
Dated: New York, New York
November 21, 2018
PETER W. DIZOZZA, Esq.
Attorney for Defendant
321 East 12th Street #8
New York, New York 10003
(917) 915-7635
Attorney for Plaintiff
2 Wall Street (20th Floor)
New York, NY 10004
A Civil Court timeline
B Criminal Court timeline
C Respondent's affirmation in opposition of petitioner's concurrent eviction action and stipulation of discontinuance.
AFFIRMATION in OPPOSITION TO PETITIONER'S MOTION
and in SUPPORT OF Respondent's MOTION for ATTORNEY FEES


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March 26, 2012
VA Eliminates Copayment to Expand Home Health Access
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced plans to remove copayment requirements for in-home video tele-health care in the hopes of making the home a preferred place of care, when medically appropriate for the patient.
The Partnership applauds the decision to eliminate copayment requirements for in-home video tele-health care.
With healthcare costs on the rise, it is important that we do not discourage our veteran populations from seeking cost-effective care options by requiring out-of-pocket payment. By removing the copay requirement, the VA will eliminate a barrier that may have previously discouraged veterans from choosing in-home video tele-health as a viable, cost-effective care option.
Home Based Primary Care: A Model for Reducing Healthcare Costs
Through the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) program, the VA has provided comprehensive primary care services to veterans in their homes since 1972.
The program has proven to be highly effective in reducing preventable emergency room visits and inpatient hospital days.
The HBPC successfully reduced inpatient hospital days by 62 percent and nursing home days by 88 percent, resulting in a 24 percent decrease in total healthcare costs.
The VA HBPC has been characterized as "a model to emulate for the care of persons with complex, chronic disabling conditions, improving quality without added cost, and maximizing their independence through comprehensive longitudinal interdisciplinary care delivered in their homes."
We applaud the VA for its leadership in providing quality home healthcare programs and for its latest decision to make home health a more affordable, accessible option for our nation's veterans.


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Fury International Trailer (2014)
International Trailer for Fury.
Wardaddy (Brad Pitt) is the tank commander on a mission to go behind enemy lines. He has kept his crew alive through the War, but in the final push into Germany things are about to get tougher. Wardaddy's new gunner Norman Ellison (Logan Lerman) has just been assigned to the crew and having a tough time adjusting to the intense situation. It is up to Wardaddy to pull his team together so they can unite as one and make it out of the warzone alive.
The casting process for Fury strarted on April 3, 2013. Here is the order in which the actors were cast:
1. Brad Pitt
2. Shia LaBeouf
3. Logan Lerman
4. Michael Peña
5. Jon Bernthal
6. Scott Eastwood
7. Brad William Henke
8. Jason Isaacs
If you can nail down Brad Pitt first, the pieces will follow.
This second trailer definitely brings the suspense and intesity that the first trailer did not have. We also find out what happened to Wardaddy's first gunner, who Norman Ellison replaces. It also get me more excited to see some of the great looking action sequences. Looking forward to this one!
2 min 10 sec
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September 08, 2014
David Ayer
David Ayer
Columbia Pictures
November 14, 2014
Brad Pitt
Shia LaBeouf
Logan Lerman
Michael Pena
Jon Bernthal
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The Technology (Maritime Operations) MSc was developed in partnership by the Royal Navy and Kingston University. The programme accredits the learning achieved during professional naval branch training.
It is open only to applications from people who have successfully completed at least one of the following courses:
Kingston University is a recognised provider for the UK military Enhanced Learning Credit Scheme (ELC) and thus eligible candidates are welcome to partially fund their course in this way.
The Royal Australian Navy Education Branch provides financial support to some of its officers undertaking this award.
The application process is ongoing throughout the year, with four start points – August November, February and May – to provide flexibility. The course is targeted for completion within two years, and must be completed within four years.
|Start date
|Part time
|2 years
|Fully work-based learning
|February, August
Of the 180 credits at the required level required for a masters degree, the majority of these credits will come from successful completion of the PWO course (and the training leading up to this course). 120 credits is the maximum that can be gained as recognised prior learning (RPL) from completing the above naval course, and this is achieved by almost all UK Royal Navy PWO officer applicants. However, the level of credit awarded can be influenced by a number of factors, notably on how recently the course has been completed, and the level of relevant experience gained by an individual since completion. A short written assignment may be required from applicants in support of their request for RPL to gain credits towards this course. Royal Australian Navy (RAN) principal warfare officers, in general, need to undertake this extra assignment.
The remaining credits required to complete the masters degree are gained through work-based assignments whilst registered for this MSc at Kingston University. Such study is fully work based and attendance at the University is not required, except for a final presentation and oral examination (viva). In some cases the viva may be permitted by video link, for example, the vivas of RAN officers, but these are exceptions. Gaining the remaining credits requires the candidate to write an academic paper and a final reflective summary, and to undertake a presentation and oral examination (this will include critical reflection on their naval career to date). If the full 120 credits for prior learning are not awarded, the balance is made up by the completion of additional work-based assignments, agreed between the candidate and the University.
Full access to online library and literature database resources is available to all students remotely. University supervisors, with experience of working with the Royal Navy, provide support by tutoring and advising you throughout your programme. This may be provided face to face, via Skype or FaceTime, over the telephone or via email exchanges. Every effort is made to accommodate your working patterns, where possible.
There are three stages to this programme:
For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module first time with no reassessments.
The information above reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. Updates may be made on an annual basis and revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. The regulations governing this course are available on our website. If we have insufficient numbers of students interested in an optional module, this may not be offered.
The programme is currently open only to applications from people who have successfully completed at least one of the following:
Please note: each application is assessed on an individual basis and may be subject to additional requirements, such as undertaking short course(s), work experience and/or English language qualification(s). Meeting particular minimum entry requirements does not automatically guarantee a place.
When not attending timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. This typically will involve reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, undertaking preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for exams. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities including online resources, the library and CANVAS, the online virtual learning platform.
As a student at Kingston University, we will make sure you have access to appropriate advice regarding your academic development. You will also be able to use the University's support services.
We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 20 working days.
You will be part of an intimate cohort of students which provides dedicated academic guidance and advice as well as the opportunity to build a life-long network of colleagues. Some modules are common across other postgraduate programmes therefore you may be taught alongside students who are on these courses within the School.
This course is fully work-based, with no campus based contact with the students. Teaching is done by Skype sessions, and email feedback.
There are no typical modes of teaching such as lectures, seminars or workshops.
Postgraduate students may run or assist in lab sessions and may also contribute to the teaching of seminars under the supervision of the module leader.
The Maritime Operations course helps to prepare you for roles such as:
This course is supported by both the Royal Navy (RN) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). Candidates from all nations who have successfully completed the RN PWO course or the RAN PWO course are welcome to apply to join this course.
This award has now been in place for more than 15 years and has been supported throughout that time by the Royal Navy.
A masters degree by learning agreement recognises the learning involved in completing work-based projects and awards learning that takes place at work. This allows you to be credited for what you are already learning and the contribution you are making to your organisation's success.
Each learning goal will have allocated points score associated with it. Successful completion of each learning goal will result in these points being awarded to you. A masters degree will be awarded when 180 points are accumulated. Of the 180 credits at the required level required for a master's degree, the majority of these credits, usually 120, will come from successful completion of the PWO course (and the training leading up to this course).
This points method of evaluating the value of student work is standard across the academic sector, and so provides a clear indication that work-based learning meets the criteria of a national standard.
Experience has shown that a large proportion of learning undertaken by working professionals holding a PWO qualification is at masters level. The majority of a Technology (Maritime Operations) MSc programme can therefore be constructed from a set of goals linked to the work activities of officers enrolling on the course, enabling each of them to have their own unique programme content.


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Sunday, December 30, 2018
New Year's Skincare Resolutions That Everyone Should Follow
This post is contributed.
What better time to make positive changes to your life than New Year's. We've all heard of making resolutions, but few of us manage to stick with them, especially if they don't seem to work or show any useful results. However, when it comes to your skin, it's worth at least trying out a few of these New Year's skincare resolutions because you'll be surprised at how much more radiant your skin could appear.
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It's not summer yet but that doesn't mean you shouldn't wear the sunscreen
Far too many people think that sunscreen is only for summer, but if you think about it, it's not like the sun doesn't show during the winter. The sun is out no matter what time of year it is, so if you're going to go outside you should always apply sunscreen to protect your skin from ultraviolet radiation. Regular sunscreen use will slow down premature ageing and also isn't as expensive as you think.
Drink more water even if you think you're drinking enough
Everyone's heard that we should drink more water for clearer skin, but random amounts are thrown around such as eight glasses, two litres and so on. However, everyone's body is different and the ideal amount of water to drink depends on your body. A good way to measure how much water you're drinking is to look at the color of your urine. If it's a dark yellow then you're drinking too little, but if it's completely clear then you're drinking too much. You should ideally drink enough so that your urine isn't completely clear but has at least a hint of yellow to it.
Pamper yourself now and then and go for some kind of treatment
There are plenty of aesthetic treatment options such as going to a spa, speaking to medical professionals or seeking out interesting alternate treatments that are said to help you improve your skin. Every now and then, it's a good idea to go out (remember your sunscreen!) and experience some kind of skin-pampering session. If it helps to clear your skin and keep you looking younger, then it's well worth the trip and the cost.
Don't be afraid to visit your dermatologist
Dermatologists are an underrated source of information that can help you solve complicated skin conditions that you don't understand or that keep coming back. Dermatologists know more than you think about your skin (it's their job, after all) so they can give you some useful advice on how to keep your skin clear and how to deal with certain skin conditions. Almost anyone can benefit from a visit to their dermatologist, so make sure you book regular appointments and have them examine any skin conditions that you think you might have, or even just let them perform a check so they can give you some helpful advice and products to help your skin.
Self-care is very important, and taking care of your skin is just one of the many ways that you can learn to appreciate yourself just a little more.
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Enjoy the new year my friends. Until next time.
Friday, December 28, 2018
How Clean Are Your Clothes? Here's What To Consider
You may be wondering what this article is really about. After all, we all put our clothes in the washing machine, they come out, they dry and we wear them. The process is simple, and one that had been repeated for years and years. But, these days we can really ensure that we are getting our clothes clean, and there are simple things to do and check to ensure that happens. Here is some advice to consider.
Making sure hard water is not causing damage
When we put our clothes in the washing machine, we expect to get clean clothes in return. It should be a given. But actually the water that we use could be causing more harm than good, not just to our clothes, but also to our machines in general. Causing a big build up of bacteria and dirt in the pipes, which then in turn cause machines to break down and clothes to be stained. So focus on the water and consider trying something like a Kinetico water softener to help break down the chemicals in the water supply and make it work better for you.
The right detergent and softener
It should be simple to pick up a detergent and softener from your supermarket, but with so much choice these days, you can end up picking up the wrong one. There isn't necessarily a wrong or right decision, it is more about finding what works for you and your family. For example, if you have sensitive skin, then you may want to think about using a non-biodegradable detergent that can be kinder on your skin and cause less irritations. Then there is the scents. Some you may love, some you might dislike. Finding the right ones is hard, but once you do, make sure you stick with it.
Keeping machines serviced regularly
We can often forget that the machines that lean for us, need attention and cleaning themselves. Not just that, but also having them regularly serviced means that you can keep these machines running for longer, and even avoid expensive repairs in the future. Many energy providers will give you extra cover that will be in place to sort servicing and repairs on your appliances. It could be worth the extra investment. If you don't want to pay the extra, just having one-off services every now and again could help you to gain some peace of mind.
Adding a disinfectant to kill off germs
Finally, although our clothes are being cleaned and washed, are you really getting rid of 100% of germs and bacteria? The answer is no. This is when adding an extra disinfectant to your laundry machine can make all of the difference. It works alongside your cleaning products, so that you can be assured that when you get your clothes out of the machine, they really are as a clean as they can be.
Let's hope some of these suggestions have you making a few changes to the way you do your laundry.
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
Finding Work As A Nanny
It can be difficult to find any job in the current day and age. Ever since the recession occurred, it has been tougher for people to find employment. This is quite simply because jobs have become scarce yet the supply of workers is probably bigger than it ever has been before. Therefore, when applying for a job nowadays you face competition from about 100 people rather than a mere ten you would have been pitted against several years ago.
Nonetheless, despite careers looking bleak in a lot of areas, there is one profession which seems to be gaining more momentum. This is childcare. More and more nanny jobs are becoming available all over the world. The reason for this is quite simple – life is extremely fast paced at the moment. Most parents work an unbelievable amount of hours in order to provide for their children. It is impossible for them to work full time and provide their children with the amount of care and attention required. Nannies can also help when families are going through a difficult time. If a family has recently hired a child support lawyer or is in the middle of messy divorce proceedings, a nanny can act as a constant in the child's life.
If you would like to find work as a nanny, the ultimate solution for finding nanny jobs lies within joining an agency. A lot of people underestimate the importance of this. However, if you join a top agency then not only will you gain from more job opportunities, but you will have professionals matching you to a family best suited to you, and furthermore you know there are people there who have your back and can help you should you experience any trouble.
The reason why joining an agency is the best solution over going independent is because people feel much more at ease when they are hiring their nanny from an agency. This is because the economic climate has led to a loss of confidence across all sectors. People worry that they are going to get scammed or their money is going to end up wasted. Therefore, when it comes to childcare the most obvious and secure solution is to go through an agency. You will definitely have a lot more possibilities come your way through being with a nanny agency.
And last but not least, if you truly want to be attractive career-wise in the modern day, then why not consider the prospect of becoming a live-in nanny? The demand for live-in nannies are extremely high at the current moment in time. Parents see it as much more convenient and it puts their mind at ease. Furthermore, the number of single parents seems to be ever rising, and a live-in nanny is a much better option for those who have to tackle parenting alone.
Friday, December 21, 2018
How to Customize Your Party Looks this Season
This post is contributed.
If you would like to stand out from the crowd when attending a winter party, you don't necessarily need to invest in a designer dress. If you are creative enough, you will be able to create a head-turning look that will impress even the most critical person. Below you will find a few tips on creating a custom look for any occasion.
Hair Color
You don't need to dye your hair permanently and turn heads at work. Instead, you can use semi-permanent hair dye that is perfect for the winter months, as you will be able to add color to your outfit and spruce up your looks. Alternatively, colorful hair extensions can also help you out when you would like to emphasize your features or the color of your dress. Don't go for the dull; be as shiny and loud as possible.
Custom Shoes
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You don't have to stick with the regular stiletto, either, unless you want to. In the winter it is allowed to wear boots and even studded ankle boots that will help you create a unique style. Check out some of the latest models, such as the A.A. Callister western wedding boot corral and combine it with a trouser suit, a short dress, or even a shiny outfit.
Funky Jewellery
Accessories provide everyone with a cheap way of making their looks stand out. You might think that the smaller the item is the more elegant and discreet it is. However, this season, you might want to go big. An oversized watch with studs and diamonds will get you noticed on any party. You might also opt for a large and long necklace and earrings that perfectly match the color of your outfit.
Patterned Tights
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If you don't want to freeze, but simply don't fancy wearing your black knitted tights, you can create a look that is modern, daring, and unique by getting some patterned tights. From colorful ones to leggings and tights with a checkered pattern and stripes, maybe one depicting a winter scene combined with your regular black dress will make a statement.
The Power of the Bolero
If you are not into bright and bold colors, you might want to know that you don't have to wear neon to stand out. In fact, you can spruce up your looks and enhance the style of any dress by adding a bolero. You can change your look during the party by simply taking it off, but if you are cold or would like to look more sophisticated, the bolero will change your looks completely.
In the winter party season, many of us find it hard to get the outfit that fits in the style but represents our personality and taste. Try the above tricks and you can spruce up that little black dress you have been wearing for parties for many years. Accessorize, add color, and use oversized statement jewelry to be in the center of attention at any party.
Thursday, December 20, 2018
Maintaining a Friendship with Your Spouse
This post is contributed.
In a long-term relationship, things change. In the beginning, we date. Things are exciting and passionate. Our relationship is based on mutual attraction and excitement. As time goes on, we become friends. Many couples would say that even though they have other close friends, their spouse is their best friend. This friendship is important.
Over the years, it won't be the passion that gets you through the tough times. It won't be the romance that helps you when your kids are causing trouble, or you are battling sleepless nights. It's the friendship. It's often that friendship that keeps a relationship healthy and helps couples avoid the divorce lawyers. But, maintaining that friendship over the years is tough. Here are some tips to help you.
Spend Time Together Alone
Do you spend quality time alone together? Or, do you put your kids to bed after a hard day at work and a long and relentless dinner time battle to settle on the sofa and look at social media? If it's the second option, you are not alone. But, spending time alone together, where you give each other your full attention is a great way to always be more than just a married couple going about your life.
Go on dates when you can. Go to the cinema or out for dinner. When you can't, cook together at home, and leave your phones in another room occasionally.
Try New Things Together
One of the reasons that friendships in marriage stall is that we stop having things in common. The things that we loved and shared when we met aren't always the things that we are interested in 20 years on.
The best way to avoid this is to keep trying new things together so that you've always got something in common and things to talk about. Try new foods, go to new places, watch a new film and have a go at new hobbies.
Spend Time In a Group
Your friends won't necessarily be your husband's friends, and his might not all be yours. But, to maintain and build a friendship, it's great if you can put that to one side and spend time in groups of friends, together. It gives you more variation and more in common.
Respect Each Other
Respect is a huge part of any friendship. Over time it's easy to take your partner for granted, and the respect that you show them can start to dwindle. Show them respect by listening to them, asking their opinion, being polite, saying thank you and complimenting them. Make them feel valued and appreciated, and they'll do the same for you.
Focus on Tiny Gestures
Romance is often about massive romantic gestures and surprises. These are great, but you rarely do them for friends. Friendship is about the little gestures. Letting him have a lie in when he's tired, cooking his favourite meal, picking something up from the shop because you know he likes it. Even folding his clothes when you put them away or remembering to make his coffee the way he likes it, not the way that you do.
Monday, December 17, 2018
DIY Ombre Painted Bulbs
A couple weeks ago, Amy over at The Ever Co., shared a photo on her beautiful Instagram feed of the painted ornaments she made with her girls. They were super cute and sounded like they were pretty easy to make, so I thought I would give them a try.
I headed to the dollar store to pick up some plastic ornaments but unfortunately, they were all sold out! So I ended up having to buy glass bulbs instead for this craft. Normally glass ornaments are a huge no-no in our house cause we're currently dealing with kids who find it funny to throw ornaments across the room. I will admit that I was a little hesitant to let the kids handle them, but they did a good a job and all bulbs remained unbroken.
What You Need:
- Glass or Plastic Bulbs
- Ornament Hooks
- Paint
- Ribbon (optional)
If you don't want the ombre effect, just shake, shake, and shake until the inside of the bulb is completely covered. I recommend using only one color for this option.
To get the ombre effect, pour a little bit of paint into the bulb and slowly rotate the bulb to move the paint around. Take your time and let the paint work its magic. Once the first color stops moving, add your second color and continue the same process. The colors will slowly start to swirl together, creating a beautiful ombre hue inside the bulb. Make sure the paint covers the whole bulb.
Each bulb took me a few minutes to make. For the kids, this craft lasted about 15-20 minutes and they each decorated 3 bulbs. I added a ribbon adornment and an ornament hook to finish the look. Since the kid's bulbs are gifts, I won't be sharing them until after Christmas. There was something satisfying about watching the paints swirl together for these easy DIY Ombre Painted Bulbs. This craft was pretty therapeutic for the kids and me and highly recommend that you make some. Not only are the pretty, but they will last for many Christmas' to come.
Thanks for stopping by the blog today. Leave a comment below with the ombre color you're excited to make because I enjoy reading them! Have a splendid day my friends.
Until next time.
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
What Are Your Beauty New Year Resolutions?
This post is contributed.
It is fast approaching the end of the year and with that comes the idea of making some changes for the new year ahead. Many people make resolutions or have some goals they want to achieve. But the idea of what to do can often leave you feeling puzzled. Sometimes the goals may be financially oriented. Sometimes the resolutions can be motivated by family or friends. But the truth is many are related to beauty elements, so here are some of the suggestions to consider.
Make some permanent changes
Let's start with one of the bigger decisions you may be considering for yourself over the next year, and one that could help create some permanent changes to some of the areas that knock your confidence. Cosmetic surgery is something that more and more women are considering doing. There could be many changes you might want to make, but ultimately, only you can make the decision on this. With careful research and consideration, this could be just the beauty resolution for you.
Try out a new makeup look
One of the things you could try straight away could be some new makeup techniques. Makeup can be, for many women, armor or a war paint so to speak, that gets applied every day to help you feel more confident. But that doesn't mean to say you always have to stay with the same look. Try a new eyeshadow palette. Watch YouTube videos teaching you how to contour or apply foundation for a flawless look. Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone with it.
Change your hairstyle and color
Maybe you want to change your hairstyle and the way you look in that way, and that could be a big step for you. Your long hair may be cut short. You may add extensions to lengthen the look. Or perhaps you like the idea of a completely different color. There are so many inspiring ideas on Instagram or Pinterest, and showing your hairdresser exactly what you would like is a great way to take some control over the situation.
Lose some weight
A lot of people make New Year resolutions that involve losing weight, and so this could be the thing that you are wanting to do yourself. The shape of your body can give you a confidence boost if you feel your best. However, try and avoid any crash diets and focus more on finding the right balance. It will help you keep a sustainable weight and also lose any weight more sensibly.
Consider a new style and step out of your comfort zone
Finally, beauty isn't always about how your face or hair looks; it can be more to do with what you wear and how you feel in the clothes that you have on. Why not see the New Year as a chance to step out of your comfort zone when it comes to style? Don't be afraid to wear the things that you like, the colors that brighten your mood, and the styles that suit your body shape. How you feel can be the ultimate confidence booster.
Let's hope this has given you some ideas on the beauty resolutions you might want to make next year.
Monday, December 10, 2018
Romantic Gift Ideas For Your Partner This Christmas
This post is contributed.
Can you believe that Christmas is in just 15 days? If any of you are like me, I am so behind on my Christmas shopping! There are still a few last minute gifts that I need to pick up for the kids and I haven't even started thinking about gift ideas for my husband. The thought is starting to stress me out. Here are a few stress-free and romantic gift ideas for your partner this Christmas.
Struggling to think of a romantic gift for your partner this Christmas? Here are a few ideas that could be worth looking into.
Plan a date for both of you
Experiences are great gifts that offer lasting memories. To give your partner something to look forward to in January, you could consider planning a fancy date together and then giving them some form of receipt or ticket. This could be a trip to the theatre together, a booking at an expensive restaurant, a hot air balloon ride for two or a booking at a spa hotel. You could even book it for Valentine's Day in February (it could be a Christmas and Valentine's day gift in one). There are lots of experience packages online that can allow you to save money on these types of gifts.
Personalise a gift
Personalising a gift shows that you've put thought into it and not just picked it off the shelf last minute. There are all kinds of ways to personalise a gift. You could consider getting something tailor-made to fit their measurements such as a bespoke jacket. Alternatively, you could look into personal engraving services – you may be able order a tankard or a phone case with their name engraved into it. Another option could be custom embroidering services – you could get a message or a name embroidered onto an item of clothing or a wallet. Such gifts are unique to the recipient and are certain to be cherished.
Buy flowers
Flowers are always a romantic gift, no matter what time of the year it is. A box of roses could make a great gift for Christmas day. If you're worried you're not going to be able to sneak in these flowers, you can always order a flower delivery. It's possible to order these deliveries to come with a bottle of bubbly or some chocolates, helping to add to the surprise.
Share memories
Another great idea for a gift could be to share happy memories that the two of you have had in the past. Photographs are the best way to do this – you could consider handpicking a selection of photos and creating an album or you could put your art skills to the test and create a collage. Alternatively, you could a single photo of the two of you blown up onto acrylic or canvas. You may also be able to share memories through other gifts such as souvenirs from past places you've traveled together or esoteric references to private jokes.
Buy a gift for the bedroom
You could also consider looking into a gift or two for the bedroom. Whether it's a toy or a costume, it could be a great way to ignite some passion at Christmas – just make sure it's only you two there Christmas morning when you open these gifts, otherwise it could be embarrassing!
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Thanks for visiting the blog today. I hope the idea's above give you some idea's for romantic gifts for you and your partner this holiday season. Have a great day. Until next time my friends.
Sunday, December 9, 2018
How To Navigate The Winter Season Like a Pro
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There's much to love about the winter season, but we would probably all agree that it can get a little old after a while. It's cold, there doesn't seem to be anything to do, it's dark, and...did we mention that it's cold? Yupp, excluding Christmas, it's not the greatest time of the year, but if you're just trying to make it through to spring, then maybe it's time to change the way you think about it. Winter doesn't have to suck, if you know to navigate it properly. Below, we take a look at a few tips that'll have you loving the chilly months (OK, that might be a slight exaggeration, but, at the very least, you won't dislike it quite as much as usual!).
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Change Your Mindset
Winter does its best to bring you down. If you find that you lack in energy and all-around have a low mood when it's dark and cold, then it's important to remember something: this is completely normal! Humans respond to sunlight, and when that's not present, we can find ourselves a little less chirpy than usual. If you're aware that this is what's happening, you'll have a small buffer between you and your moods. Don't overthink why you might be low in energy: just accept it as a natural part of the annual cycle. It's much better than trying to fight against it.
Cozy Up Your Home
During the spring and summer, we look outdoors. We think bigger, we're with our friends, we're enjoying the sunshine, and so on. That's the external version of ourselves. During the winter, it's time to look inward. You have to become OK with spending your evenings curled up on the couch. You're in hibernation mode, building your energy up for when spring comes. You'll find thinking in these terms much easier if you have a warm and cozy home to enjoy, so take a look at boosting the comfort levels of your house, and specifically your living room. There's much quiet joy to be had from spending a few hours with a book as you unwind on the couch.
Scents and Candles
You can make your home even more enjoyable by adding things that feed the senses, including candles and scent diffusers. Look at getting things that have cinnamon, pine, incense, amber, and other fragrances that we associate with the winter season. Candles are especially recommended; the soft flicker of the flame just invites you to sink into the joys of the season.
In the Kitchen
There is one thing better than enjoying a warming, hearty meal, and that is: enjoying a delicious meal that you made all on your own. There's no better time to enjoy the art of cooking than winter! Invest in a good cookbook, get your kitchen into shape, and get cooking. Some people think they don't like cooking, but it's possible that they're just not doing it the right way. Open a bottle of wine, get some music playing through the speaker, and take your time. It can be a highly satisfying way to spend an evening.
Entertainment Options
Some people prefer spring and summer not because they're warmer, but because there's just so much to do. If you're one of those people, then you'll have to get used to entertaining yourself inside your home. Fortunately, this is no difficult matter, especially in this day and age. For starters, let's think about the digital options. If you've got the internet and a television, then you've got all the visual entertainment that you could want. Take a look at some of the best shows and movies on Netflix, for instance, and you might find that you're racing home just to catch the next episode. Though of course, there's more to having fun in the home than just what you can consume. You can be an active participant in the process, too, as in the case of board games, or reading a book. Between the internet, family board games, and a few page-turner novels, you'll have no trouble keeping boredom at bay during winter.
Outside the Home
But who says you need to spend all of your time inside your property? You don't. While being indoors will be your default position during the winter, you can still venture out to have some fun. But you might want to make it more deliberate than simply being out on the town. Don't forget that there are a lot of fun winter activities to enjoy! If you get snow where you live, then snowshoeing or skiing (alpine or cross-country) could be fun options. Not that it has to be that adventurous. There's much to be said for wrapping up warm and exploring the outdoors on a frigid but sunny winter's day. And talking about wrapping up warm….
Staying Warm
By far the biggest complaint people have about the winter is that's cold, often uncomfortably so. Some people like everything about winter except for the temperatures! Alas, they're unavoidable. But if you can't change how cold it is, you can at least change how cold you are. Remember, there's no such as weather that's "too cold"; it's all about what you're wearing. So make sure you have clothes in the closet that are able to handle the chill. Take a look at adding some Sherpa pullovers, a warm hat, and down jacket to your wardrobe. No matter how cold things seem to get, you'll be able to navigate the outdoors like a pro.
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Get Active
There are certain things that humans need to be happy, one of which is exercise. Working up a sweat releases plenty of feelgood chemicals into our brains, and makes us happy. It's that simple (actually, it's pretty complex, but the idea is simple). The trouble is that during winter, when we naturally have low energy anyway and it's dark outside, we don't want to exercise. However, there are a lot of benefits to making an effort to get into your car and visit your gym. You'll be able to keep that winter weight at bay, will be adding a good habit to your regime, and you'll be in perfect shape come the spring and summer season. If you want to feel extra great, then go winter running in the outdoors. It's one of those things that sounds terrible, but when you're back and showered, you'll feel on top of the world.
Take a Trip
A lot of people choose to take their vacation during the summer, but this doesn't make a whole lot of sense. It's hot and there's so much to do during the summer, why go elsewhere? It makes sense during the winter, when many of us are deprived of our required dose of sunshine. If you've got some money tucked away, look at taking a trip to sunnier climates. It can be the perfect thing to break up the bleakness of the frigid winter season.
Work on a Project
You're going to have a lot of things on your plate when the summer arrives. Things just stack up and up! During the winter, you'll have more time on your hands. Why not use this gift of time to get to work on that project that you've always had in mind but never quite got around to? You might just find that you've got it completed by the time spring arrives. They say there's never the perfect time to work in a project...but winter might be!
Enjoy your day. Until next time my lovelies.
Thursday, December 6, 2018
Simple Self-Care For Busy Moms
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Happy Thursday my friends. I hope your week is starting to wind down. My week has been going well for the most part. I am trying to be more mindful and accomplish smaller tasks like doing one load of laundry a day or emptying the dishwasher as soon as its done washing. I have been a bit lazy for the past couple of months and now that the new year is ahead of us, I am trying to get my stuff together.
I did injure my shoulder on Tuesday... Don't ask, cause I have no idea how I even managed it. I have been in a lot of discomforts and was eager to start a new exercise plan this week thanks to my younger sister and brother-in-law but had to put a pause to that.
If you want to put your best self forward, then as a mom, it is going to require some pretty intentional choices and decisions. And one thing that all moms find hard is putting themselves first. But as the old saying goes, if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy. You can be a happy and healthy mom that has their stuff together, you just need to know the right steps to get you there.
So what are some of the purposeful choices that you need to be making as a mom? Think about your day and the choices that you have. As soon as your alarm goes off (if you're not woken by your children, that is), you have the choice to sleep more and get up and at it. Some days, it can definitely be more of a mind over mattress situation, where the mattress wins. But other days, when you have a lot of get ready or you simply want time to wash and style your hair, then the intentional choice is to get up as you're woken up.
Along those lines, self-care is really important and definitely an intentional decision that you need to make. You aren't going to de-stress of stay on top of your mental health, for instance, without a little bit of intention. So here are some self-care ideas and things that you can do to make yourself a priority. You'll be a better mom when you're feeling like yourself.
Move More
Moving more and exercising is one of the best things that we can do for ourselves. It can work wonders on our physical health, mental health, and keep us fit and strong. We can feel more energized after moving and exercising, we can sleep better, and feel less stressed. So it is a winner all round. The good news is that you can choose what you enjoy as well. If you hate running, then pick a Zumba class, for instance. Just make sure you're being intentional and doing something as often as you can.
Change the Things That You Can
In order to feel like yourself or take steps towards looking after yourself more, then changing what you can change could be just what you need to do. It could be that you want to get a haircut or change the color of it, take care of your nails, or even get something like braces to change something you might have wanted to change for a while. Things like removable braces are non-fixed braces, so that could be an easy thing to change when you're a busy mom and don't have too much time for yourself. What would you want to change first?
Practice Mindfulness
Being mindful is something that can make you more conscious of your own feelings, and can help you to deal with your day better. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed, then it can be an easy thing to do to make your day better. From meditating or doing yoga, or even just taking time to read a book without other distractions, can be just what you might need.
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What are some things that you do to practice self-care as busy mom's? Comment below and let's help each other with managing our own self-care ideas.
Until next time. Have a great day.
Tuesday, December 4, 2018
How to Make Your Home Look and Feel More Luxurious
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If you want to step things up in your home, then you may be thinking that the whole thing is going to cost you a fortune. This doesn't have to be the case at all, and with these tips and tricks, you can be sure to get the result you want without breaking the bank.
Large Art
The first thing that you need to do is create a focal point in the room. You also need to create that wow factor as well. You can do this by hanging an oversized piece of art on one of your living room walls. This can have a huge impact on the feel of the room without too much hassle, not to mention that you can change it around at any time. You may be thinking that oversized art is expensive, and it most certainly is, but if you keep your eyes peeled at flea markets or even thrift stores then there is no reason why you can't find something perfect for your home and at a price you can afford.
Simplify Everything
If you have a living room that has been over accessorised then this can make your space look disorganised and messy. You need to reduce your collection and you should only keep pieces that have some level of sentimental value. When you are able to simplify your space, you will soon find that the remaining elements stand out way more. If you are finding it hard to get rid of everything then you have nothing to worry about. Storage lockers are now way more affordable than ever before.
You can easily add some vintage or antique textiles to a room to make it stand out. You can even make your own throw pillows as well if you want. This is a fantastic way for you to make your home way more personal and it also helps you to create that visual impact as soon as someone walks into the room. Of course, if you are skilful then there is no reason why you couldn't reupholster your chairs as well. The main thing that you have to remember here is that the more unusual the fabric, the better. You really want to choose something that your guests have never seen before, as this will give your home that unique and luxurious edge.
And lastly, you can add some unique flowers. When you do choose your colours, it helps to make sure that you go to a professional. You can count on them to advise you on the colours you are looking for and you can also get something really special. With Our Aloha are a great choice if you need some ideas. The best thing about flowers is that they add an element of freshness to any home and they also make it much easier to link colours in with one another as well. For example, if you have blues and reds in the same room, you could choose blue and red flowers to bring the two themes together.
Until next time mis amigas.
Christmas Gifts For The Creative Teen In Your Life
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Have you done all your Christmas shopping yet? Maybe you've got a couple of presents to go, and you're excitedly wrapping them up to be opened with joy on Christmas morning? What presents have you still got to purchase, and who for? Maybe it's the teenager in your household… you're just not sure what they'd want!
It can be hard to know what your teenager is truly interested in, and what kind of things they'd like to get for Christmas, but when they have a clear artistic or aesthetic side, it might not be too much of a challenge… After all, there's a lot you can invest gift money into to foster these artistic ambitions, and make sure your teen is one of the happiest people alive on Christmas morning! So here's a couple of ideas that might just help you.
There could be all kinds of magic inside here! (Image)
Equipment That'll Boost Their Artistic Skills
Maybe they're constantly complaining about the lack of light they have to work with? A light box would be the perfect equipment for you to gift them here! They'll easily be able to transfer their work from one medium to another, or simply be able to better work out where shading needs to go on their art pieces.
Is your teen interested in the world of body art? Maybe they love using makeup to express themselves? Maybe they're more interested in the serious side, and look to design tattoos one day? Well, now's your chance to buy them a stencil printer for tattooing. They'll be able to print out all the ideas they come up with, and see if they're a realistic standard for a tattoo artist to work with - it's the only way they'll improve, and you will have fostered it!
A Novelty Backpack
Creative teenagers love to have something quirky and unique about the clothes they wear, and the accessories they adorn themselves with on top of that. Well, seeing as they're still at school, why not use the internet to find them a novelty backpack to express themselves through? It'll still carry all the essentials they need for class, just be a little prettier about it!
If the school they attend has a uniform for them to wear, or there's a strict dress code for them to adhere to, then they won't be able to always wear the things they want. This is where the accessories you pick out for them can come in - a backpack can be a great Christmas gift.
Some Quirky Jewelry
Speaking of accessories, if your teenager loves to be creative with everything they do, this is your chance to buy them some jewelry that rubs well with their personality! Something that's a little less pretty and shiny, and more interesting and unique in its design - even just checking out this site will give you some good ideas for what to buy.
Remember, your teenager will love any gift you buy them that fosters their unique creativity!
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Happy Tuesday's lovelies. I hope you are having a wonderful week. With 21 days until Christmas, I hope this post with lots of creative ideas for teens is helpful to you. I'm behind on my own shopping, yikes! I would love to see what types of gifts you have purchased or have in mind. Drop a comment below and lets help each other out with our Christmas shopping.
Until next time. Have a splendid day.
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The Sangamon County Coroner's Office has identified the 79-year-old Cottage Hills woman killed in a crash on Interstate 55 in Springfield Tuesday as Pauline McNealy.
A Wednesday autopsy revealed that McNealy died from blunt force injuries sustained in the accident, the coroner's office added.
The crash occurred about 12:15 p.m. on I-55 near the Sixth Street exit as a Honda car was headed south on the interstate in the right lane. For some reason the car swerved from the right lane and traveled across the center lane into the path of a semi tractor-trailer. The semi struck the car, which caused it to spin and roll into the median, an Illinois State Police press release said.
McNealy, who was driving the Honda, was pronounced dead at the scene. Bobby B. McNealy, 57, of Hillsboro, a passenger in the Honda, was taken to Memorial Medical Center with serious injuries. His condition was upgraded to fair on Wednesday.
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Missionary kidnaped by Al Qaeda still alive says Nigerien President
Jeff Woodke, an American missionary, abducted from his home in Abalak, northern region of Niger Republic in West Africa by a terrorist Al Qaeda Islamic terrorist group on 14 October 2016, is still alive says President Mahamadou Issoufou of Niger. The President said though he doesn't have an exact location but "it is more likely that they are in Mali."
Since his disappearance, there has been no information about Jeff Woodke, who has been working for a local Non-Governmental Organization called Jeunesse en Mission Entraide et Developpement, JEMED, an affiliate of Youth With a Mission, YWAM, and has lived in Niger since 1992, untill the President made the statement last on TV channel France24 week saying Jeff and Joerg Lange, a German aid worker, abducted in Ayorou, a town in western Nigeria in April are alive. "We have some news; we know they're alive," Issoufou said on June 4. "We continue to create the conditions for their release. Perhaps the contacts that are underway will help to achieve that goal." He added.
The Nigerien government has claimed, shortly after Woodke's disappearance, that the Jeff's abductors had headed towards Mali yet no group has claimed responsibility for the kidnap.
Woodke's wife, Els, had made an appeal in a video in July 2017, for the release and safe return of her husband after the jihadist group, Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen, released a video showing six other foreign captives including three foreign missionaries without Woodke in the video.
"I am sure that the families of the captives were very encouraged by this message and appreciated the mercy shown by Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen in sending this news and instructions about their loved ones," Els Woodke had said. "But my husband Jeff is not mentioned, so I did not receive the benefit of the reassurance and directions of how to proceed that the other families did. This has been very hard for me, for Jeff's sons and his father to understand," Els said.
Hassan John is west Africa Editor,GCN and Priest of the Anglican Diocese of Jos
Image Credits: Google Images/Al Qaeda/Jeff Woodke/ President Issoufou


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text: Pretzels, beer and sunshine. What else do you need? This beautiful city of Germany was hit with a heat wave while I was traveling here, which made the beer gardens so enjoyable and fun! Roaming around the town square, admiring churches and architecture, popping into shops and speaking with locals provided a really great experience here. Although the city was a fun place to be, I'm not sure if I will go back again to this particular location in Germany. After a few days in Munich, can experience it all!


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From 9.-10. November, Shanghai will held internationally appealing Energy Internet & "One belt, one road" Summit, set up by CDMC, Asia-based largest conference organizer, with more than 50 media partners and three supporting enterprises.
As the title of summit indicates, primary themes are focused on two issues, the Energy Internet and its involvement in Green technologies, and so called One Belt, One Road initiative, combining components of Silk Road Economic Belt (SREB) and Maritime Silk Road (MSR).
To point out a few parts of agenda, guests will discuss smart energy innovations, energy transformation and technological direction in China, The Energy Internet – from concept to action, Shanghai Disneyland "Powerplant", VSC-HVDC applications in the Energy Internet, BCIT and Siemens electrical apparatus Ltd. – the smart grid lab project, etc.
DECENT co-founder, Matej Michalko will be company's voice, making case for blockchain ideas in the process of innovating the fintech industry, including the ways blockchain could influence green energy implementation.
Apart from him, multitude of domestic and foreign prominent guests will elaborate on aforementioned topics. Government body will represent Junfeng Li, Jijiang He, Huiping Liu, while Yongjun Xu, Yu Liao, Yonming Tang or Simon Goess will stand for the side of investments and businesses.
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