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Ugo Giannini was in combat for 244 days during World War II, starting with his landing on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944. But he never really left the battlefield for the remaining 50 years of his life.
"There was this part of him he just didn't want to share," said his widow, Maxine Giannini, who he met six years after the war. "I think it was too painful."
However, after Giannini died in 1993, Maxine said she began to understand the burden her husband carried for nearly 50 years.
"He never talked about the war, but it poured out through his art," she said. "When I look at his work, I'm struck by how powerful they are. You can feel the terror of these men when you look at them."
"Drawing D-Day," an exhibit featuring 27 sketches Giannini drew during the war — including a number he sketched during the fighting June 6, 1944 — opens today at Lynchburg's Academy Center for the Arts, 600 Main St. The images are the only known drawings made during the invasion of Normandy as it was unfolding.
"This is an incredible collection," said Ted Batt, director of visual arts for the Academy. "These are really the only eyewitness images that exist. If anyone else did anything like this, it hasn't been uncovered."
Giannini grew up in Newark, New Jersey, and attended the National Academy of Design in New York before he was drafted into the U.S. Army during World War II. Giannini was part of the 116th regiment of the 29th Infantry Division, which landed on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, and was one of six men from his 37-man platoon to make it to land.
"The Higgins boat he was on hit an obstacle that was mined," Maxine Giannini said. "They had to jump overboard, and only six of them made it out of the water alive."
Giannini and the other survivors of the military police platoon were instructed to take shelter and wait for tanks that were supposed to be landing on the beach after the first wave of soldiers invaded Normandy.
"They were supposed to be directing traffic when the armored units came ashore," Maxine Giannini said. "That was the plan, anyway. However, everything was so crazy the tanks didn't arrive when they were supposed to, and Ugo had to find shelter in a crater that was made during the naval bombardment."
Giannini — who had taken his sketch pad and pencils with him that morning — jumped into the crater and made several sketches while taking cover from German shelling. He then would advance, take cover again and continue to draw, preserving images not captured in photograph or film.
"I can't imagine trying to draw and shade a picture while bullets are flying over your head," Batt said. "Only a true artist would do something like that."
Maxine Giannini said she can feel the hurry and fear when she looks at the pictures drawn June 6, 1944.
"The one that is the most powerful is also one of the simplest sketches," she said. "It's only a few lines, but it depicts a fallen soldier. Can you imagine that happening right in front of you and you are capturing that moment?"
Batt said unlike photographs that were released to the public during the war, the sketches also are remarkable for the stark reality of combat.
"They aren't whitewashed," Batt said. "They didn't want people at home to see certain things."
Maxine Giannini said the sketches from June 7, 1944, are equally disturbing even though they were not drawn during combat. In one, a soldier looks out from a bluff and sees a stretch of bodies piled on the beach. She said some of the dead soldiers in those images likely would have been soldiers of Company A of the 116th Infantry — known locally as the "Bedford Boys," the 19 men from Bedford who were killed during the first few minutes of fighting on D-Day.
"I'm sure some of them were Bedford Boys," she said. "It would have had to have been. They hit the beach at the same place at the same time."
Giannini continued sketching during the Allied advance through France and Germany, and mailed 27 drawings home to his mother in Newark. Maxine Giannini said the pictures chronicle his 244-day journey through a war he never discussed with his wife, but which still haunted his dreams.
One sketch shows a soldier walking through a field past the severed head of a comrade. The soldier was Giannini, who drew a self-portrait of himself on night patrol after artillery shelling and finding the decapitated head of his friend. "For the rest of his life he would wake up screaming 'the head, the head,'" she said. "That was the nightmare that haunted him until he died."
After the war, Giannini continued his art education and eventually got a job teaching at Caldwell College in New Jersey. He met Maxine, a concert pianist, six years after the war; the couple eventually had two children and settled into a suburban life in West Orange, New Jersey. Although Giannini had some success as an abstract artist, he became secretive about his art during the last 10 years of his life and would not show his work to friends or family.
"Around 1983, something really drew him back there," Maxine Giannini said. "For the last decade of his life he was totally immersed in the war. No one saw what he was working on, but we would go for walks and sometimes he would look at me and say, 'You are so naïve. You have no idea what the world is really like.'
"I knew he was talking about the war when he would say that," she said.
When Giannini died in January 1993, he said he did not want anyone in his studio for six months after his death.
"He told me it would be too painful to me to see it right away," Maxine Giannini said.
When she finally went into the studio, Giannini found the sketches in folders as well as the large abstract pieces about the war he had been creating in secret for the last 10 years of his life.
"There were 15 paintings Ugo did about the war," she said. "When I saw them I understood the pain he carried with him. He had to let it out but couldn't share it with anyone while he was alive."
Maxine Giannini complied her husband's work during and after the war for the book, "Drawing D-Day: An Artist's Journey Through War," which was published in 2013. She also has taken her husband's art all over the world for display.
"Ugo's work was at Normandy during the 50th anniversary of D-Day," she said. "I think it's fitting that it is here for the 75th anniversary."
Batt agreed.
"The people at the National D-Day Memorial said they needed a space for the display, and we jumped right on it," Batt said. "It is such a moving collection, and we are honored to have it here this month."
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Hi All,
Sorry for the delay in writing about our adventure. With family in town, washing clothes of bedbugs, catching up with family, Christmas preparations, everyday obligations etc… Its my first opportunity to carve out a chunk of time and tell you all of what we experienced while visiting.
First, I need to thank all of you who donated items and money to Heart4Honduras for missions on this trip. I posted the items on Facebook prior to leaving, but I want to list them again because it was truly impressive how much we were blessed to bring with us!
96 pairs of socks
96 toothbrushes
50 deodorants
35 toothpastes
28 bars of soap
15 bedsheets
17 underwear
12 men's dress shirts
sneakers, boxers, pants, shirts & treats
We raised $375 and were able to bring an extra suitcase with us, purchase adult diapers & Ensure for the special needs at Senderos, purchase food and bottled waters for the homes, sponsored a soccer game between Senderos and CREA orphanages and held a pizza party for all.
I wish I could express to you all how absolutely grateful they all were for every bit of what we all gave. They were so appreciative. And, so I say Thank you, Thank you for showering 70+ Hondurans with blessings. Muchas Gracias from
Senderos de Amor and CREA Hogar.
We also visited a community of people who were displaced after Hurricane Mitch in 1998. The Red Cross and the government of Honduras moved these families into the hills and built them homes about 30 miles from their original village. Unfortunately, they are situated so remote, it makes it difficult for this community to find work, so their struggles continue. It was a long drive up a very bumpy road resulting in a flat tire on one car and bottomed out in our rental leaving a very large dent on its underside. We were there with Ernesto's father, a medical doctor, and his wife who volunteer their time with Compassion International. They annually give physicals to the children, monitor their growth and treat many common illnesses such as bronchitis, parasites, dysentery and anemia. Any ongoing issues are noted and they follow-up with those cases regularly. Hannah was able to observe, plot growth charts and help wherever needed. All were very welcoming, gave us gifts: a hand-painted bottle, bracelets with our names on them. One thing that made a lasting impression was meeting a local artist whose drawing skills were better than I've seen in my career as an artist. He was proud to show us his other creations: he makes furniture out of recycled materials as well. For example, he made a chair out of plastic liter soda bottles! Quite impressive and comfortable… As poor as the community is, they are grateful for what they have and are not afraid to share with others. We spent two days with there, played soccer with the kids, had some laughs, worshipped our Lord singing and playing music and enjoyed the fresh mountain air.
Saturday, Hannah had a full day shadowing medical doctors in two different hospitals. She was able to see cancer patients, a man with a severely infected liver and ended her day delivering a baby! Many thanks to Ernesto's brother Juan for this opportunity: a dream come true for Hannah. Meanwhile, Ernesto, Alex and I searched for houses to rent for our plan to open a transition home for boys. There was a lot of driving around, stopping at security entrances and peaking through windows, but all in all it was a good start to knowing what is available and what to realistically expect for rent expenses. Buy or Rent? At the moment, renting is the best option. A 6 bedroom house, 3 bathrooms, laundry, with security situated within walking distance the University costs about $750/mo. Onward to find funding!
Our final full day was Election Day, so we took a couple boys with us, Ivan from Senderos and Alex from CREA, and left the city. We took a boat to a remote island off the coast of Tela about an hour and half outside of San Pedro Sula. The scene was as if we stepped onto a movie set. We took a hike through the woods, learned that a handful of termites rubbed onto your skin can act as a natural bug repellant. According to Ernesto it works and according to Alex, they taste minty. Hannah was not a fan of our walk through the jungle because it was muddy and buggy, but she made it through with the howler monkeys keeping us company. We took a boat back out around the island, swam through a cave, listened to a history lesson by our guide about how the island was used for practicing bombing by the U.S. during the Honduran/Nicaraguan conflict. We had the best meal of the trip on that island with fresh fried fish, rice and beans and fried plantains. Ivan didn't know how to swim but was brave enough to go out and snorkel among the coral reef with me. The rain was rolling in, so we had to return. It was a rough ride back but so super fun… Coffee and treats at the local convenient store kept us awake for the long drive back to the city. And although it was such a big day for this country, the streets were unusually quiet. We ordered in, packed up, watched Miss Universe, and waited for the results until midnight. They never came.
It was a rough last night. At 2 in the morning, Hannah woke up being bitten by bedbugs. She came to my bed and eventually fell asleep. At 4am, Ernesto's alarm on his tablet went off. I waited a good 5 minutes hoping someone would get up and shut it off, but no luck, so I did. No sooner was I back to sleep than Ernesto began speaking in his outside voice to the boys at 5am, good morning!!… I couldn't help but growl, "be quiet." You're being too loud." I'm not sure if I went back to sleep. I don't think I did so by 6am, I was up to travel for the day.
The atmosphere and streets continued to be eerily quite. We returned Ivan, said our last farewells to our boys at Senderos, then went to CREA to retrieve our suitcases, said good bye to our CREA boys and leaders Yony and Bonilla, then had our last hurrah at Cinnabon with coffee. We got to airport returned the rental car, got our bags checked, and then, it was time to go through security and say our good byes to the one who keeps me going back: Alex. Every time I have leave that kid, my heart sinks….
The days following our trip were filled with turmoil and strife for Honduras and as I write here in the states 13 days later, they have yet to declare a winner in the presidency. Continued prayers needed for this country. My hope is that someday, it will see a new tomorrow.
As we look into 2018, we'll be focusing our efforts on opening a transition home for orphaned adolescents. At 18, many youth living in residential homes are released to their own fate without much preparation with little or no family. With Honduras' high crime and unemployment, these teens can often find themselves without a job, homeless or lured into a gang continuing the destructive cycle. Our home would help to bridge the gap. With a safe place to live, they can continue their education, obtain a part-time job, learn necessary life-skills, enhance their faith journey, and participate in serving their community.
Please consider partnering with us on this venture. With a monthly donation of $50 and we'll send you a free bag of fresh Honduran coffee. However, any and all financial help is need and are welcome. It's a big dream, but its something I've been called to and with your help we can make this happen. Thanks for all that you do to provide a little hope that can make a world of difference.

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Post Race Transportation
Buses are available from Tidelands Park, on Glorietta Blvd., to shuttle you back to the start line area next to the Hilton San Diego Bayfront FREE OF CHARGE starting at 8:30 am and continuing until festivities are over at approximately 11 am. Baby strollers and wheelchair access is available. Participants must present their race bib number to be identified as a FREE rider, no exceptions.
Ferry information coming soon!
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If you have no experience as a pilot (or just a PPL license with night flying qualification) and you want to become an airline pilot, this training is what you need to reach for your unique dream in 18 months.
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I then continued my career at Norwegian Airline."
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That's why I recommend this flight school.
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By Alessandra (registered) | Posted December 07, 2010 at 12:52:33
As a 23rd year old post-grad student, I have shocked by the increase in unemployment among individuals my age and older. It is a sad and scary truth but the major shift in the economy and the reduced number of retirees has caused many young students coming out of college or university to have difficulty finding work. Although we are told that college and universities degree will become a great advantage to us, successfully acquiring a degree has not helped us to find jobs or careers. As a result of not being able to find long-term jobs, many students are forced to go back to school and add to their qualifications, but still there is no guarantee of finding a job once they are done. Spending more time and money on schooling has caused young people to get more into dept which can cause frustration, anger and even resentment. Parents are remaining longer in their careers while their kids are living longer in their homes.
Is there any hope for our generations future in the job market?
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August 31, 2018 | FREE Blast
Hello All,
Although this summer has been hotter than normal, it has not prevented our Valued Team Members and the Individuals we are so proud to serve to go outside and have fun! This past month focused a lot on team work, from major events, such as DCI, to more intimate settings, including backyard picnics and friendly competitions. Keep cool and stay hydrated!
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DSW/PWW Lakers Basketball Team Take First Place
The DSW/PWW Lakers Basketball Team recently took first place in a league where they play teams from seven different sister agencies between March and June every year. This year, there was eight teams in the A Division and eight teams in the B Division. The Lakers are in the A Division and recently participated in a Trophy Luncheon where their accomplishments were formally recognized. Values of Interdependence, Innovation and Quality
Skills Clinic Appreciation Lunch
The Skills Clinic Appreciation Lunch was recently held to celebrate their hard work and reaching a major milestone of 250 clients. The team looks forward to expanding and helping another 250 clients in the future. Values of Responsiveness and Innovation
FREE Nation Has Another Great Season
This was FREE Nation's third season. All the players had a wonderful time and found that playing on this softball team was a great way to get to know your coworkers better, learn skills to work together as a team more efficiently, and help get exercise to keep everyone happy and healthy. FREE Nation can't wait for the next season to begin! Values of Diversity and Interdependence
DOH Team Celebrates Program Success
The Department of Health (DOH) Team took a moment to acknowledge their hard work and for bringing in more than 25 new individuals, as well as breaking 110 within six months. With this kind of momentum, the DOH Team will be successful for many years to come. Congratulations!!! Values of Responsiveness and Interdependence
PrideAbility Workshop
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) program participants recently attended a PrideAbility workshop. PrideAbility has been holding two-hour workshops during which attendees hear about and discuss options for the formation of an LGBTQ Advocacy Coalition in New York State. Values of Integrity, Diversity and Responsiveness
Thank You Rewards
As a way to extend DSP Appreciation Week, FREE has been sharing with everyone the Thank You Rewards, showcasing the Valued Team Members who go above and beyond what is required of them. It is our honor to announce August's nominees: Jenifer Barone, Ian Batchelor, Nia Brown, Ariel Burt, Shelby D'Anna, Essence Fowler, Steve Fox, Rhiannon Jacobsen, Pamela Moss, Michael Pacifico and Erik Wikstrom. These Valued Team Members have exhibited behavior that inspire all of us to go the extra mile. If you would like to nominate someone for a Thank You Reward, please contact Pat Hogan at firstname.lastname@example.com. Winners of a Thank You Reward receive a gift card and thank you card to show our appreciation. Values of Integrity, Diversity, Responsiveness, Stewardship, Interdependence, Innovation and Quality
FREE Players Drum & Bugle Corps Perform at Drum Corps International
The Drum Corps is essentially a professional marching band that requires the musicianship of a symphony, combined with the athleticism of a professional sport, mixed with the pageantry of a Broadway show. Since its inception, they have made history on several occasions by traveling across the country to perform at world class events, now including Drum Corps International (DCI). This is the first time a differently abled drum corps has performed at DCI. Special thanks to all the members, staff, volunteers, families, sponsors, Tri-Valley Brass and DCI. Values of Diversity, Stewardship, Interdependence and Quality
Pronto Honors Students in STEM Enrichment Program
Recently, Pronto of Long Island, Inc. held a Culmination Ceremony for middle school students that participated in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) summer program focusing on healthy eating, environmental science and water conservation, botany and consumer education, and cooking. Values of Responsiveness and Innovation
Wine Label Unveiling Held at Prime Restaurant
FREE and The LENZ Winery hosted a Wine Tasting Dinner at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar in Huntington where they unveiled their latest collaboration, a wine label featuring a piece designed by Anthony A., a differently abled artist from Lindenhurst, supported by FREE. His painting, "Letters and Polka Dots," is being featured on a LENZ 2014 White Table Chardonnay. Values of Diversity, Responsiveness, Stewardship, Innovation and Quality
FREE Staff Take Part in Team Building Exercise
OMH (Office of Mental Health) Supportive Housing and MRST (Mobile Residential Support Team) recently held a Team Building exercise. The two teams came together and spent the afternoon enjoying activities designed to foster their professional relationships. This is part of an ongoing effort to continue to improve upon the supports provided to the men and women in OMH Supportive Housing. Values of Responsiveness, Interdependence and Innovation
3rd Annual Field Day
During Field Day 2018, Team Lori, Team Trish and Team Anne battled against each other, with Team Trish coming in first place. Events included a caterpillar walk, a cups relay race, a frozen T-shirt contest, and the best one: Hungry Hungry Hippo. Everyone had an excellent time and can't wait until next year's Field Day. Values of Innovation
Family Picnic Held at Belmont Lake State Park
The various groups that attended the Family Picnic had a wonderful time, regardless of the heat. Sports, games and activities were enjoyed by all. To stay cool, participants would take breaks in the shade and enjoy a nice slice of watermelon. Values of Responsiveness and Innovation
Skills Unlimited Holds Auto Showcase Fundraiser
Recently, the Auto Showcase Fundraiser was held at Skills Unlimited, in Oakdale. Highlights of the day included a judged car show with a Best in Show prize pack, raffles and open house, with food and drink provided by Master Chef contestant and Skills Unlimited culinary instructor Chef Christopher Ciccone. Values of Responsiveness, Stewardship and Innovation


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Great great grandma at Ship Cafe, Venice California
Somebody recently sent me this photo of her great great grandmother standing outside the Ship Cafe in what she educated-guessed the early 1920s. She wanted confirmation that it was the famous one in Venice. Looking at other photos I have, I was able to match that intricate strip of carved wood. But that circular light fixture above the woman's head proved to be something else again. In none of the photos I have or any I found on a Google image search was I able to see that fixture. My guess is that it's inside the entrance that was later built onto the side of the "ship" it was lost in the fire. But if anyone reading this has a photo of the Ship Cafe which shows that light fixture, I would love to see it.
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TN SSC results 2016: The Directorate of Government Examination has released the results of the Tamil Nadu Class 10 Senior School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination on May 25.
Around 6,57,846 students appeared for the SSLC examination. In 2015, the overall pass percentage was 91.8 per cent.
Read: Tamil Nadu (TNBSE) SSLC Results 2016 Declared @tnresults.nic.in: Pass percentage is 93.6%
The results can be viewed on http://www.tnresults.nic.in, http://www.dge1.tn.nic.in or http://www.dge2.tn.nic.in.
Steps to check the TN SSLC results 2016
Visit the official website
Clic on the link 'TN SSLC results 2016'
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Check and save the result
View: Check out the results of all the Board exams declared in 2016
Established in the year 1910, Tamil Nadu Board is one of the biggest boards of the country. Also, the board is affiliated to the Government of Tamil Nadu, India and conducts both secondary and senior secondary examination.
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Having recently released a sophomore EP 'Second-Guessing' earlier this year – which featured a really great track called 'Solutionism', Outside The Academy (aka Pawel Cholewa (pronounced as Pa-vell Ho-li-ver)) is back with one of two new track this winter.
'Anaesthetise' is the first of two new track this winter and it is a slow-burning folk-industrial sounding soundtrack that offers a lot of elements of acoustic, part electronic and wholly minimalistic psychedelic glitch throughout the entirety of its four minute and 18 second runtime.
Find Outside The Academy online:
Facebook – OutsideTheAcademy
Twitter – O_T_A
Instagram – outsidetheacademy
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Welcome to Family Time Tuesday!
Wow! Where did May go? You won't hear my son complaining since the end of May means the end of school.
Feel free to link to any family-oriented post; that means any post that is helpful and relevant to family life. For example, fun family activities, great recipes, parenting posts, marriage posts, craft ideas, money-saving tips, homeschooling posts, and more.
If you would like to be featured in next week's link-up be sure to leave a post below and visit a few others. The post with the most clicks will be next week's featured post. Last week's most viewed post was
5 Days of Scouting with Boys ~ Summer Camp by Laura at Day by Day in Our World
My son is a scout and he loves it. Laura's post makes me want to pack up and go camping right now! Go check it out.
- Follow Celebrating Family (in the #1 spot).
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Building on the amazing success of last year, this season will see SkyBar bringing its beach bar beats back to Croyde Bay this summer – perfect for partying as the sun sets over the horizon!
24th May 2019
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:. Croyde Devon - All you need to know about Croyde Bay, including Georgeham, Saunton, Braunton, Woolacombe & Putsborough
Building on the amazing success of last year, this season will see SkyBar bringing its beach bar beats back to Croyde Bay this summer – perfect for partying as the sun sets over the horizon!
24th May 2019
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Please can you help to support me to raise money for North Devon Hospice?
In memory of Ken Green; a fantastic Dad, Grandad and Husband, I am organising a surf ball on Saturday 30th March 19, at Croyde Bay Holiday Park. Professional big wave surfer Andrew Cotton is donating his time to guest speak at the event, we have band Majestic Blue playing, a two-course meal and many other surprises planned for the evening.
In April 2019 I am running the iconic London marathon, and my aim is to raise over £2000 for this amazing cause.
I am writing to companies for donations of the following,
If you do feel able to contribute your details will be published through Facebook, in our literature in the evening and programme.
The support that you give will help raise money to help over 2000 patients and their families each year who are facing life limiting illness from across North Devon. The hospice provides inpatient care, support at home through clinical nurse specialists and hospice to home service. They also offer one to one support, group support, bereavement sessions, creative days, complementary therapies, pamper days and nurse consultations for those affected by life-limiting illnesses, not only the patient but the whole family too, including children.
The hospice looked after my father allowing him to remain at home after bravely battling cancer for three years at the age of 59. This time for us like many other families was incredibly challenging and the care the hospice provided to our Dad and our family was first class and therefore I am raising money to not only say thankyou but to help the hospice continue to care for the thousands of North Devon families that is does every year.
If you can help by donating it would be gratefully received. You would be helping us to make a really positive difference to the lives of local people who have been affected by cancer and other life-limiting illness. If you are unable to donate but know of someone else who can, or indeed would like to help in a different way, please contact Kelly Saunders 07887298468 and on the address below.
Thank you so much for taking the time to consider this request and for your continued support; it is very sincerely appreciated.
Tickets will be on sale from www.northdevonhospice.co.uk or call 01271 347232
Best wishes
Kelly Saunders Supported by Jessica Burford Redgrove Community & Events Fundraiser
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'The number one advertising site for the area'Attracting visitors seeking Accommodation, Places to Eat & Drink, Shops, Surfing, Sports & Recreation, Visitor Attractions, Crafts, Local Events & News and coming soon Property Sales, Lettings for the area.
The Ultimate Devon Festival Hosted at Croyde Bay, North Devon will soon be upon us, get your tickets now!
Huge line up for 2018, 15th 16th 17th June 2018, Chase & Status (DJ set), Jess Glynne and Razorlight! http://goldcoastoceanfest.co.uk/boxoffice/
Headlining Friday will be drum and bass legends Chase & Status – showcasing our popular Friday night DJ and dance opener.
Jess Glynne , headlines Saturday, making a rare UK festival appearance this year after her successful sell-out tour last year.
Closing our 20th edition on Sunday will be the dazzling Razorlight, one of the most compelling, maverick guitar bands to have emerged out of the UK.
SURF & MUSIC is what makes our GoldCoast world tick! Simple enjoyment for all – sucking in fresh sea air whilst taking in the oceanside panorama allowing even the most weary of souls the opportunity to appreciate the good things in life.
The GoldCoast Oceanfest midsummer weekend is all about good times, great music, keeping fit and looking after the environment. It stimulates freedom without the daily restraints by combining core values and quality experiences, whilst uniquely maintaining a youthful mystique.
Grown organically, with great care and affection since 1999, Oceanfest has become famous for presenting an eclectic mix of musical talent that goes some way to sprinkle that special 'GoldCoast' vibe to which you cannot place a price.
It's a lifestyle thing. You will LOVE it!
A Street Food Van will be situated in Down End Car Park Croyde every Thursday night serving from 5pm to roughly 8.30pm. To see which van it will be and their menu for the week pls LIKE Down End Car Park on FaceBook. If you don't do Facebook then do ask at the cafe but generally its Calaca Loca Mexican once a fortnight and either Carne Catering or Cafe Brazil in the alternate weeks. They are there whatever the weather so don't let a bit of rain put you off. You can even pre order on your way home then return a little later to collect. Should you wish to join the rotation or you have a particular favourite you'd like to come to Croyde then let us know via the contact us option on our website www.parkingcroyde.com. Enjoy.
Beer Festival in Devon: 3 day summer festival of beers, cider and music overlooking the beautiful Croyde Beach, North Devon. With a host of beers from local breweries and a selection of the finest acts all we need is some sunshine this summer! On the edge of the beach next to one of the best surfing spots makes it a brilliant spot for a Devon Beer Festival!
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Building on the amazing success of last year, this season will see SkyBar bringing its beach bar beats back to Croyde Bay this summer – perfect for partying as the sun sets over the horizon!
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Remember how the Italian banking crisis threatened to bring down the eurozone financial system over the summer?
Fast forward four months and we're at it again. This time it's not the Italian lenders that are the main concern, but rather how they and the wider European political system will be impacted if Italians vote "no" in Sunday's referendum.
While the ballot is on proposed constitutional reforms, it is generally being seen in the country as a vote of confidence in Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, with the risk that a victory for "no" will lead to his resignation and the dissolution of Italy's government.
Another concern is that a large protest vote could give the populist and anti-EU Five Star movement enough momentum to put Italy on a path to leave the eurozone.
Read:Investors cast wary eye toward Italy, Austria after Trump win
"Ever since the Brexit vote, we have viewed a potential political crisis in Italy as the top event risk in Europe for 2017. Unlike Brexit, which poses a severe risk to the U.K. but not to the eurozone, Italian problems could theoretically spark a systemic crisis in the eurozone," said Holger Schmieding, chief economist at Berenberg, in a note.
Furthermore, "a protracted period of political uncertainty after a 'no' vote could exacerbate the Italian banking issues, unsettle the Italian bond market and weigh on business and consumer confidence," he added.
Italian banks have already suffered greatly in 2016 due to nonperforming loans, ultralow interest rates and slow economic growth. The FTSE Italia All-Share Banks Sector Index
The poster child of the Italian banking crisis Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena SpA
The financial woes have also weighed on the broader Italian stock market this year, with the FTSE MIB index
down 20% year-to-date. Meanwhile, the borrowing costs on 10-year Italian government bonds
Market is 'too complacent'
But even with those moves, markets aren't truly prepared for a "no" outcome, according to analysts at Deutsche Bank. In a note dated Nov. 28, they said "there is a risk that the market is too complacent" and that investors are "underestimating the probability of a significant negative reaction" in the case voters reject the reform proposal.
They also expect Renzi to resign if he loses the referendum, leaving others to deal with the aftermath.
"If we are correct markets will have to deal with a 'no' and the risk of a government vacuum. Markets could react negatively, with significant stress on the banking sector," they said.
Read: Italy's vote lies in wait for ebullient European banks
Analysts have also pointed to a potential selloff in the euro
"Political uncertainties will likely keep investors away from the Italian assets and partly from the euro," said Ipek Ozkardeskaya, senior market analyst at London Capital Group, in a note.
"Italian referendum risks should counterweight the French-backed optimism earlier this week and push the euro buyers on the sidelines. The overall risk-aversion could lead the euro lower into the weekend," she added.
Little chance of 'yes' vote
Both Schmieding from Berenberg and Deutsche Bank put a 60% probability that Italians will vote against the reforms.
At J.P. Morgan, economists see only a 30% chance Renzi can get enough backing for a "yes" vote. That means a potential "no" outcome should come as no surprise to investors and therefore do little harm to financial markets.
"In contrast to the U.K.'s EU referendum, or the U.S. elections, where the results were a surprise, the markets are likely to be much better prepared for a negative outcome this time around," said Mislav Matejka, J.P. Morgan's chief European equity strategist, in a note.
Italian banks could, however, suffer an initial knee-jerk selloff, he added, but the recent slump means most of the bad news are already reflected in the price.
"Eurozone banks remain cheaper than typical, despite better performance since summer, and ECB is likely to step in to contain any spread widening. We view the weakness as a buying opportunity and within periphery we continue to prefer Spain over Italy this year," he added.
The European Central Bank meets on Dec. 8 and is widely expected to extend its bond-buying program. The bank is also ready to temporarily step up its purchases of Italian debt if Sunday's referendum result prompts an increase in the country's bond yields, according to Reuters.


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Over the years, as a software engineer, many people have called me an… well, an orifice for metabolic waste products. I think I earn this appellation because I'm a big fan of consensus best practices, development principles, and design patterns—things that I argue demonstrate true craftsmanship.
With that as prologue, I've been watching a lot of YouTube videos about building loft, and Murphy, beds. Without exception, each builder uses nothing but glue and screws/nails, or whatever those guns shoot out. They build some nice stuff, and I suppose beauty is as beauty does, but is this really craftsmanship? Or, as is entirely possible, and perhaps likely, am I just being an AH?
Certainly, building the way they do is quick, easy, and cheap. Also, what they produce certainly seems adequate to the task. Still, in my mind, it's not that much more time consuming (certainly not with power-tools) to build things with mortise/tenons, sliding dovetails, and even regular dovetails.
So, I wonder what the rest of the community thinks? Have I, once again, discharged metabolic byproducts all over people other hold in high regard?
Enquiring minds want to know!
-- Hey, I'm usually right twice a day! Except where they use 24 hour clocks.


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The Shared Stash is a box where players can store items inside. There are currently two stashs in Hermit's shack and Vikar's house in Fjolgard.
To store items, you need to stand next to a shared stash, right-click on an item in the inventory (
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stash. To access the stash, press
U to open the stash UI while standing next to it. To move items from the stash to inventory, right click on an item and press
unstash in the stash UI.
Items in the two stashes are linked and shared by all characters in the same account, so you can use it to transfer items to other characters.
- Prior to v0.3.0, you could store unlimited number of items in the stash.


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Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
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God and the world
The world is a mess. I don't know of many people who deny that. Morals have become distorted, God is forbidden in some places (apparently by those who think He can be told what to do), and people are more selfish than they have ever been it seems. In the midst of the craziness our job is to TRUST HIM.
We trust Him in our lives, with our marriages, with our children, with our homes and our jobs. We need to TRUST HIM. That does not mean that our lives will go exactly as we want them to go. He has warned us in His Word that we will have trouble in our lives. It does mean that when everything falls apart we still trust that He is good all the time.
When families crumble, when people leave, when children die, when loved ones do not turn to Him, when commitments are broken, when our hearts our broken, we still hold onto His promises that …
11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
33 "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33)
In this world that is a crazy mess, He has already overcome. Our job is to trust Him, to let His light shine and to take as many people as we can to Heaven with us…where the pain will stop…where we will be forever if we know Him and follow His ways.
There was a time when a person's word meant everything. It was trusted because it marked a person's character. If you could keep your word you were a good friend and a reliable employee. Neighbors wanted to be with you and not with the person who snubbed them in the past.
There was a time when people craved commitment and having a purpose. It was not long ago that while a great deal of people had begun not to care about those things anymore, a great presence of people still wanted to have meaning in their life. In the past decade those numbers have dwindled at an alarming rate.
There was a time when people had values. Some would argue that values have simply changed, but there is a harsh difference in a "changed value" and no value at all.
I have given the lives of my children to God. I know He has a purpose for their lives. I also am all too aware that my job is to raise them up in the way that they should go. A job that I cannot do alone. A job that is really God working through me and my husband. I pray for their salvation constantly, and for them to not fall into the millions of options of temptation that are around every corner.
I am tired of people doing what they want just because they can. I am tired of selfishness and looking out for number one. I am sorry if life isn't always perfect, but big news is that no one's life is perfect. Putting things and self first is not going to change that. I am tired of the "cool" people (from age 5-95) being cool because of all the "stuff" they have or all the places they have gone or stunts they have pulled.
Why isn't it "cool" to raise a family? To commit to serving others? To lead people to Christ and know that they will live for eternity in His presence? Last I checked eternity is infinitely longer than are lives on earth…for real.
Moms and Dads may live the most exciting lives in all actuality. Most parents have children that turn their hair gray from time to time…or 10 times a day. We are always riding on the brink of disaster. 😉
I am not knocking fancy houses and cars, being promoted at your company or traveling the world. All those are wonderful things. I am challenging everyone everywhere to put people first. Keep your word, keep your promises, stay with your families even if it means sacrificing, don't let a little pain make you run from the things you once loved.
Most importantly, love God, follow Jesus, trust in the Holy Spirit to guide you. Stand firm in your faith. If you don't know Jesus, find out about Him and ask Him to show you the way. HAVE PURPOSE IN YOUR LIFE, don't just follow the next "cool" guy or chase after the next best thing. Make a life you can be proud to say you lived and proud for others' to see. Make a life that the next generation will want to live and pray for a revival in our nation.
Proverbs 20:6-7
Choosing Joy and Begging For Mercy
The past week I have been grumpy. And not just a little…I have not been a pleasant person to be around. I let people get under my skin. I am not one to enjoy drama, rudeness or intentionally hurting someone's feelings. I am not one to think it is ok to forget common courtesies…letting people know of a change of plans, doing what you say you are going to do, basic politeness. I am someone who actually listens to people when they talk…something I fear is going by the wayside. So…I get frustrated when people don't seem to extend the same courtesies, do thrive on drama and attention, don't listen. (sigh). I think the listening thing hits especially hard because I am with little people all day long who are still learning that listening is what you are supposed to do. Plus, I am not one to drone on … I am generally pretty quiet. So when I do talk…to an adult…I just want to be heard.
Anyway, my first problem (my problem, yes me) is that I let this little stuff bother me. People all around me are going through HUGE life crises or at least life changing events, people around the world are suffering and dying, and I am concerned that someone didn't listen to me…wow! Can someone say selfish?
My second problem is, while people legitimately irritated me over the past week (in the secular world view) I still failed to choose joy. I let myself be effected and in turn effect others who didn't want to see my grumpiness. Surely, surely, surely I was not a pleasing follower of Christ and that is and should always be my first priority. How many people didn't/don't pay Christ with common courtesy, on top of all else they/we did/do to Him, and in His last breaths He was concerned and prayed for them and us.
My third problem is that being grumpy is exhausting and not fun! It made me miserable and those around me and then I felt guilty and it was just bad all around. If those people in my life want to choose drama and attention, my response to them should not be grumpiness, but pity. How sad if someone needs to be that self centered. How sad to want to feel miserable all the time.
And yet, I felt miserable for foolish things. And I AM NO BETTER! I am sure I drive people crazy, say things I shouldn't, am selfish at times and just generally don't act like others think I should.
So in my grumpiness I learned, I need to get closer to Christ, be more like Him, be kind to others, be respectful without being a doormat, and generally not let silly things change who I am.
And I beg God to forgive me for being selfish, judgmental and down right yucky!
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves
Philippians 2:3
For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice.
James 3:16
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves
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If you're reading this, probably you've heard this pitch by now: "Become a programmer in as little as twelve weeks, and only pay once you land a job!"
It's no secret thousands of people have changed their careers, increased their salary by 10x, even pulled themselves and their family out of poverty by attending a coding bootcamp. But since their initial inception in 2011, the landscape has changed. The market is saturated. They are increasingly more competitive. There are programs for front-end and back-end development, UI/UX design, data science, and more.
Knowing which is the best fit for you, and being accepted, is the first step to changing your career. Being accepted into a coding bootcamp like Flatiron, App Academy, or Hack Reactor is a challenging process. It takes patience, hard work, and a lot more to ultimately make such a big change. (As a professional working in this field for the past three-plus years, I would not advise quitting your job today with no backup plan to join one.)
Psst. Already decided to pursue a coding bootcamp, but not sure which one? That's exactly why Career Karma exists.
Once you've decided which coding bootcamps you want to apply for, there are a number of things you can do to increase your chances of being accepted. Bootcamps have interviews and intensive application processes–similar to getting a full-time paid position. So here are a few examples of the tools, tricks, and tactics you can utilize to get into any bootcamp.
Ultimately, the fastest and easiest way to being accepted into a full-time intensive programming school is to gain some fundamental knowledge beforehand. This can be done by searching for classes in programming on Coursera, Treehouse, Stanford's Lagunita online learning platform, or even first pursuing one of the nanodegree programs on Udacity. It's best to test the waters by dipping your toes in before diving headfirst into an application. Bootcamps are competitive, and ultimately, those on the admissions team will want to have an understanding of your ability to learn. Previous coursework and proof of it will give you a huge competitive advantage.
Trust me, it's not as bad as it sounds. Simply learn by doing, and it coincidentally will increase your chances of being seen and heard by talking about it.
As you're taking a foundations course on HTML and CSS, create a recap video of what you learned on YouTube or write a quick blog post about your experience on LinkedIn or Medium. This will not only help land you a spot at one of the top bootcamps mentioned above, but it's going to help you immensely down the road as you continue your journey to learn to code and eventually land a job.
Simply learn by doing, and it coincidentally will increase your chances of being seen and heard by talking about it.
Guaranteed, hiring managers and recruiters will reach out to you and tell you how much they enjoyed your blog post or video if you make content-creation a consistent practice. But before you get there, use this as a tactic to acing the bootcamp application.
What the heck is GitHub? The SparkNotes version of this great tool is that GitHub is a place that allows developers to store, share, and build their code. Individuals and teams all over the world use it to collaborate with each other on virtually any kind of coding project. I like to explain GitHub as the "Facebook for Developers", and there are zero reasons why you shouldn't create an account right now.
Similarly to how you should brand yourself through your content from the previous point, keep a consistent practice of writing code during all of your coursework and pushing it publicly to GitHub. Bootcamp admissions advisors, instructors, and career coaches across the board will be satisfied and excited to see you're already in the habit of showing your work–a practice widely-used by developers looking for a full-time position and working on independent projects throughout their career.
You are already (hopefully) doing that if you've found your way to this blog post. But that means also trying to do a Google search before you ask others for answers. This is another strategy I would recommend for anyone remotely interested in becoming a software developer. The general rule of thumb to learning any tool or technology in this industry is to research, do some more research, and then research some more on how to tackle anything technical. And then, if it's needed, ask others for help.
Narrow down what you're looking for in a bootcamp. Which program is best for you? Which technologies are most in-demand? Are you more of an in-person learner, or would an online program benefit your schedule? These are all things to consider when narrowing down which programs you should be applying to–because finding the right program for you is more important than just joining any program that will accept you. Refer to great coding bootcamp review websites and aggregators like Switchup, Course Report, or Career Karma for details and insights to all of the programs you may or may not have already heard of.
Learning is not a one-way street. It's why education is in its current state and why these sort of workforce acceleration programs even exist. Figure out and decide which program is best for you, then develop a strategy to ace those applications!
As you prepare to enter any coding bootcamp, it's crucially important to begin learning on your own to ensure you have a passion for programming–and to gain fundamental technical skills. Research, publicly creating content, and publicly making contributions to your own projects and others are just a few of the tools you can utilize to land yourself in any of these programs–as well as take the eventual technical assessments.
There are many choices out there–decide which one is best for you, then dive into it. And if you're interested in learning more, I would be more than happy to help you navigate the waters. Feel free to reach out to me here, and best of luck in changing your career!
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8 Doctors Share Exactly How They're Tackling Medical School Debt
There are lots of good reasons to become a doctor. Being a physician means you can help people in one of the most direct ways possible: By doing your best to restore their health. An added bonus is you can eventually make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year doing it; Medscape's 2016 physician compensation report found that the lowest-earning doctors (pediatricians and endocrinologists) bring in around $200,000 a year, while the highest earners (orthopedists and cardiologists) make over $400,000.
The catch, of course, is that becoming a doctor is expensive, and student debt levels have risen significantly over the years. Seventy-six percent of U.S. medical school graduates in 2016 were carrying education debt, according to the American Association of Medical Colleges. The median debt among medical students is $180,000, which of course impacts the early years of most doctor's careers.
We asked eight doctors how they're dealing with their debt, and their answers ranged from living frugally to refinancing their student loans. Some opted to attend less expensive universities, while others participated in scholarship programs that required them to work in underserved areas or the military. Here's how they're getting out of debt, and how you might approach your own as a doctor (quotes have been edited for length and clarity):
Living the modest lifestyle
"If you can do the standard loan repayment plan, where you pay more right away, in the long run you pay less because you pay less on the interest rate. I [also] don't spend too much. I wouldn't go buy the most expensive car; I'm not going to buy a Ferrari. At this point, I'm not going to buy a house or anything. I wouldn't go out and eat at nice restaurants every night. I'm just trying to live a modest lifestyle, so I have a one-bedroom apartment, the most modest I could find in the area where my work is, things like that."
—A New Jersey-based ophthalmologist, Wake Forest School of Medicine
The debt payback plan: This doctor owes $55,000, and pays a fixed amount every month rather than paying back less in the beginning of his career and more as his salary grows. He is able to do this in part because of low overall debt.
Choosing the family career track
"My first year of med school I took out student loans and thought, 'This is going to be ridiculously high.' My father, uncle, and cousins served in the Navy. I grew up in a Navy town in California. The Navy was just very familiar to me. I figured out that somebody's got to pay for this, and it's not something that's going to get strapped to my parents' back. As an adult, I realize that if I'm going to do something, I need to pay for it. So I made a plan, and the Navy was that plan. If I had to do it all over again, I would definitely [make the same choice]—and this time I would go for a four-year scholarship."
—Dr. Erika Walker-Magra, emergency medicine physician in Florida, University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine
The debt payback plan: Dr. Walker-Magra is paying back $100,000. She took out loans for her first year of medical school and some living expenses, but minimized the rest of her debt by earning a scholarship for three years of full tuition. She was also awarded a monthly stipend from the U.S. Navy's Health Professions Scholarship Program, in return for serving as a physician in the Navy. After her internship, she was stationed as a general medical officer on an aircraft carrier in the Gulf for two years as part of the U.S. military's post-9/11 campaign. She recently paid off her loans—once she was done with training and making a full income, she "attacked those loans" and got rid of them.
Double the doctors, double the loans
"My wife is also a physician. We're going to have to manage our money in a way that [will allow us to] pay back our loans in the first five to 10 years. We want to make sure we're not compounding interest. I do foresee that we won't be buying a house right away, and we definitely won't be spending money on hobbies and things like that until the majority of her loans are paid back."
—Dr. Raj Patel, completing last year of residency in internal medicine before starting a cardiology fellowship, St. George's University, Grenada (West Indies)
The debt payback plan: Under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, loans are forgiven after 10 years of minimum payments—as long as you're working at a government or nonprofit organization for a decade's worth of monthly payments (they don't have to be 10 consecutive years, though). Dr. Patel's minimum payment is about $400 a month now because he's still in training, but it will go up to about $2,500 a month once he starts working. He currently owes $400,000.
Working on refinancing—with 20-20 hindsight
"I regret that I took too much money out. I should have taken just enough to cover my rent. I would tell people now to only take the amount you need to live on."
—Dr. Eli Moses, ophthalmologist in New Jersey, Stony Brook School of Medicine
The debt payback plan: Dr. Moses, who initially owed $120,000, is now down to having $55,000 of debt. He minimized his tuition expenses by attending state school and took out federal loans to cover tuition and living expenses. He also consolidated $30,000 in first-year loans at a low interest rate. Now, he's looking to refinance $25,000, the remainder of his unpaid debt.
Working in a loan repayment program
"When you're looking at six figures of debt, you want to put a dent in that debt as soon as possible. If you [get a job at] a loan repayment site working for the government, you can receive help paying off your loans, all while practicing medicine with challenging patients. I think [a loan repayment site] can be a good place for a new doctor to start right out of school, because it can make them more prepared for private practice. The work is so challenging, it just makes anything else feel a little easier."
—Dr. Karla Smith, family medicine physician in North Carolina, University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine
The debt payback plan: Dr. Smith paid off $100,000 of debt in four years by providing medical care in an underserved rural area, primarily working with uninsured patients, under a loan repayment program run by North Carolina's Office of Rural Health. In addition to paying a salary, the program also provides debt repayments that begin after six months of work and increase with each payment, so those who stay for the entire four years get the most debt repaid. (Note that this option only applies to federal student debt.)
Consolidating for a lower interest rate
"I was fortunate enough to get a very large scholarship, so I had minimal loans. I consolidated them and have a very low interest rate, and so I am slowly paying them off over 30 years."
—A New Jersey-based radiologist, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
The debt payback plan: This doctor kept her debt low by choosing to attend med school where she was offered a full-tuition scholarship. For living expenses, she took out federal loans; she opted to take out the maximum Stafford loan per year because they were interest-free during her student years.
Frugal living—for now
"I only applied to med schools that would offer financial support, because I have no family that could help me. Every penny was completely and totally accounted for. I could only pay the bare minimum payments on my loans in my training. I drove a 1994 Mercury Tracer for nine years. I didn't buy any new clothes, I didn't take any vacations. I didn't go to any of my friends' weddings. There were two who got married when I was in training and I didn't go. Money was always so tight. Even if I did have money, it would need to go to new tires or new brakes on my car."
—Dr. Sophia Ford-Glanton, urologist in St. Louis, Stanford University School of Medicine
The debt payback plan: Dr. Ford-Glanton minimized her tuition through financial aid, federal grants, private scholarship, and working during medical school doing research and teaching. She lived frugally, but still needed some loans for living expenses. She currently owes a little over $60,000.
Applying to work in rural areas, in exchange for debt payoff
"I grew up in East Africa, in Kenya, and my intention was to finish my medical school studies and then go back. But I realized that the conditions I was going to practice in in East Africa were essentially the same as here in rural areas. I thought about med school debt before I started, so I kept it low. I went to state schools and got scholarships."
—Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer, family health physician and researcher in South Carolina, Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine
The debt payback plan: Dr. Harmon Toomer, who owes $20,000, received a National Health Service Corps scholarship for all four years of medical school. Her schooling was paid for in full in return for her medical work in underserved areas in South Carolina for six and a half years (some of it full-time, some part-time). She says she got lucky, because that was the kind of work she wanted to do anyway.
There is no one solution for paying off medical school loans. Every doctor finds their own way to tackle their debt, whether it's through a loan forgiveness program, a scholarship, or a refinance for a lower interest rate. If you've got medical school debt, find out how to refinance your medical school loans with SoFi.


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That part of the water looked still and dark, yet the raft kept moving forward as if pulled by a large river turtle. As I jumped in, the shock of cold needles washed the sweat off my skin. We kept advancing. I held on tight onto the outside handle of the inflatable boat. Lifting my body to the surface, I floated alongside for a while. The tree tops framed the bright blue sky and rolled in the opposite direction in which we were headed. The chilly water nipped on every inch of my body. With a half-submerged head and my ears under the water, nature sounded muffled. Still, I could hear the splash of liquid against the blue plastic. Breathing deeply, I reflected on how fortunate I was to have the chance to share that moment with that group of humans. From what I could tell, they carried their stories and struggles with grace as we all headed towards the inevitable, together.
Noticing a slight acceleration, I pulled myself onto the raft. Someone grabbed me by the back of my shorts and pulled me inside. As I sat down on my spot, an exhilarated sound came out of my mouth. I felt so alive! The sun felt fresh on my goose-bumped skin. As the sound of water hitting a solid surface increased and we all advanced towards a fall, I wondered how high, how fast, and how strong to grip tight. It was my first-time white water rafting and I had no idea what to expect.
The current moved the boat faster and drifted us towards moderate rapids. We all held tight and shrieked with excitement. The stream was sufficiently slow that it allowed me to notice that large rock in the middle of the river – steadily splitting the river in two. Splashing onto the rock, the water obliged and re-routed around the hard surface. The rock was there just in case we needed to stop or slow down. It was simply there. As the image of my brother flickered and washed away in between drops of bitter-sweet memories, I smiled and held on tight. After passing the rock, we started to descend faster towards the deep fall.
I was one of the chefs in a week-long young-adult retreat in Massachusetts. Most of us were either cancer survivors or patients. My guess is that all of us had been affected in some way by that dreadful disease. As a chef, I had the chance to nourish the participants with three healthy meals and snacks using mostly organic and local ingredients. It was a lot of work waking up before the sun to brew their coffee, stir the oatmeal, scramble some eggs, and cut fresh fruit. Every night I went to bed completely exhausted yet satisfied of our culinary creations. All that work was rewarded by their sweet smiles, compliments, and appreciative gestures. Not only was the retreat an opportunity to connect with one another, it was a glimpse of how healthy meals can also be delicious and satisfying.
Spending so much time in the kitchen didn't allow me to live their day to day at the retreat. Until my one day off in which I had the chance to experience the unpredictability of the river with the participants. It was, simply put, a magical moment. I didn't know all their stories, nor what the future held for any one of us. But in that instant of bliss, we were all gripping onto the top of that raft, in between rocks and dashing whites towards unfamiliar waters. Although we shared a common life experience, I can imagine that not one of us was thinking what had brought us there to begin with – I know I wasn't.
Perhaps my post-cancer experiences and recovery would have been easier with a community like First Descents. Don't get me wrong, I had a lot of help from my own community back then, my family, and my friends. It's thanks to them that I was able to make it through. But despite the helping hands, we trudged down completely unfamiliar paths. I knew very few people who had gone through a similar experience and was still alive. Sometimes the river felt ice-cold as I swam down a slow current with no one around to say, "I know – that sucks." At times, that was all I really wanted to hear.
That day on the river, the descent was so intense it's hard to recollect all the details. I do remember the free-falling sensation after passing that one edge. The loss of all control and being at the mercy of mother nature. The rapids splashed us, bumped us against rocks and gushing water, spun us backwards and then forward again. The river took us where it pleased while we clutched onto the handles and rafted together.
Life went on and I learned to cope, to hold on to the rocks I needed, to swim, and to hold on tight when the river got tough. It would have probably been easier knowing that someone else was going through similar experiences – but it wasn't. On the positive side, not having the similar-to-me forced me to question my own perceptions of reality even more. Hence, the yoga practice, psychotherapy blended with a "Course in Miracles," plant-based diets, and all the alternative wellness methods I had been open to exploring. A lot of them were influenced or introduced by my sister. Although I didn't have the comfort of a community around me knowing how cancer felt from a patient's point of view, I did have the benefit of exploring different life-style treatments. Alternatives not entirely proven by science at the time. Hence, I didn't get to sit on the victim chair for too long before someone kicked my butt from it and got me excited about learning something new.
Today, we can have the best of all worlds when life surprises anyone with the unfortunate news that it's time to deal with cancer. There are wonderful organizations, like First Descents, that help adolescents and young adults (AYA's) share stories, ride the rapids together, and learn from one another. Also today, there are proven alternative wellness methods that help cancer survivors cope with PTSD, trauma, survivor guilt, and post-cancer effects. A community can have a very positive influence, and no one should go through that experience alone. At the same time, it's important to learn how to identify the circumstances when a similar-to-me will not be able to help. Being willing to search for help is key during recovery. But, in my opinion, remaining open to getting a butt-kick, as needed, takes the self-learning process to a whole different level.
Once the rapids calmed down our raft floated gently towards deeper waters. We enjoyed the tranquility of the current as we shared smiles and high fives. Many journeys – and just one river.
More than a disease, physical discomfort, and a challenging life moment, cancer is an expedition of self-discovery that starts even before diagnosis. Although the illness might be gone in a survivor, I'm not certain that the personal transformation ever ends after remission.
Written in honor of all my rocks, those people who showed me a different path, who were there, who didn't let me get comfortable in self-pity, who saw me as I really am and showed me how to appreciate my inner beauty. Also in honor to the one person I knew back then that had survived cancer and currently lives an amazing life.
Do you know an AYA impacted by cancer? Here are some AYA organizations that can help:
First Descents
Ulman Foundation
Teen Cancer America
Stupid Cancer
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – for young adults
AYA Cancer Program Seattle Children's Hospital
CancerCare AYA's
Stanford AYA Cancer Program
Cancer.Net Resources for Young Adults
By M. Patricia Diaz


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Cast your mind back to the moment you first arrived at university. It might have been last September or even as long ago as three years. You were a shy, naive person back then; a shadow of the great man or woman you are today. When you were living that wild fresher lifestyle, you may not have realised it, but it was very much like being a new student at Hogwarts. Don't believe us? Then take a quick look at this!
1. Getting your acceptance letter was truly exciting
Getting into university is honestly difficult and waiting for that all-important letter was awful. Every day you didn't get it in the post, your hope faded just a little.
2. Moving into halls was actually terrifying
You thought that you were oh-so-ready for this and then the big day rolled around. There's no doubt about it, moving into halls is scary as hell.
3. You made a fool of yourself on the first day
You spent the first day making awkward introductions to your flatmates and course mates. Looking back, you can see how dumb you must have looked.
4. Freshers' Week is basically a blur
Don't remember your Fresher's Week? I wouldn't worry about it. Basically no one remembers what happens in that crazy first week.
5. You tried your first 'dirty pint'
And realised that they are as horrific as you first imagined. There was nothing enjoyable about having to down one while your flatmates chanted at you.
6. You spent the first three weeks getting lost
When you first head off to university, things can be pretty tricky, especially if you're not used to the many, many building names. Yikes.
7. You made your first real enemies
Let's face it, you're never going to get along with everyone at university. That means that there is a slight chance you'll make a few enemies along the way.
8. You met the course know-it-all
There's always one, isn't there? That person who basically thinks that they know everything about the course already. Um, then why are you bothering to take it?
9. You start eating questionable things
No money? No problem! In your first year, you start eating anything and everything you can get your hands on. From ketchup on toast to Marmite pasta, nothing was off limits.
10. You meet a lecturer who hates everyone
There's always one lecturer who should have probably retired years ago. They are the one who never, ever wants to help you out and literally hates their job. Great!
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I was thinking today about how life is like surfing. Before you paddle out, there is a lot of debate about whether you should even go out. I've been married to a surfer for 30 years and with him for 34, so there have been many occasions I've been with him as he headed to the beach. Usually we'd have to check a lot of different spots to see if conditions were right, which made no sense to me because all waves looked the same to me, but apparently wind conditions, size, and other mystery variables play into the decision. Just like life, before you make a big change, often there is a lot of internal debate about whether you are making the right move. Are the conditions right to paddle out? Will you fail if you try? Are the waves (risks) to big?
Then you decide to put your board in the water and paddle out. Sometimes conditions are great, the temperature is perfect, the waves are lining up and no one is out in the water. It's bliss as you catch wave after wave until that last wave you ride right up to the beach. Other times it's a struggle just to get out as set after set comes in and you are duck diving and duck diving just scratching to get out to the lineup. You are tired, and you haven't even caught your first wave. If it's big surf conditions and churning, you can wipe out hard and get held under until you think this is it, you're out of air and the force of the water has you pinned on the ocean floor. Somehow you manage to break the surface gasping and thankful you survived. Life can be like that. You have these great ideas and it's a struggle to launch. You take off with your idea, or new job or new project and get slammed before you even get started. Sometimes you catch the wave but wipe out. Sometimes you make the connection with the right person or opportunity and enjoy the perfect ride (which would be like pulling into the barrel and getting tubed, coming unscathed out the other side). None of it would have been possible if you didn't throw your board in the water and start paddling.
Life doesn't come with a money back guarantee. Life comes with tools. You have all the tools necessary to succeed. We are all given the tools we need to be successful at what we were born to do. All of our tool boxes look different because they are individually tailored to compliment our gifts. For example, I am not a strong swimmer. I'm a great floater. I can enjoy the water as long as I'm on something like a boat, a kayak, a surfboard or canoe. I am like a rock if left on my own without a flotation device, drowning is a distinct possibility. I am however great at easing someone's emotional suffering, moving people through life blocks, giving unconditional love to whomever crosses my path. My tool box looks like empathy, compassion, love, the ability to know when someone is in distress and how to help them. If I were judged by how well I could swim, I would get straight fails across the board. If I'm judged on how well I coach or raise the energy of people through Marconics energy work, I would get great marks on my report card. I wonder how many of you are paddling out in the wrong spot at the wrong beach and focusing on the wrong skill set. How many of you are out of alignment with your truth, your passion, your life purpose? A good indication of this would be the feeling of swimming upstream or getting pounded by life.
Making a life change can be hard. You check and recheck conditions, talk yourself out of rocking the boat or dipping a toe in the water. You know you are unhappy, but it seems safer to remain stuck than paddle out. It's a big world out there and the thought of failing is terrifying. The thought of being judged is paralyzing. The thought of having your worst fears around failure come true and validate the story of not being enough, or not being successful can stop anyone in their tracks. It is important to know, you are perfect at being YOU. There is no one on the planet who can be a better version of you than you! It is time to take stock of what your skills are. What brings you joy? How can you incorporate that into your every day life? Contrary to popular belief, some of us are born to make people laugh, or bake pies, or babysit, or play the piano or sing opera. Some of us are born to be janitors and bus drivers or any of a million other things I can't even imagine. The key is to find what aligns with your soul. Take risks. Spark joy. Get in the water! If you can't allow your heart to sing, then you are living in a prison of your own design. You are checking the surf at every beach waiting for the perfect conditions which don't exist. You are watching people live their best life while you sit on the sidelines lamenting all the reasons why you can't. The only thing standing between you and your greatness is the bullshit story you have told yourself about your value and worthiness and the time has come to delete that old program. It's time to update the software and allow the truth to be revealed. Take risks, get in the water, even if it's just to paddle out and float around. Don't even catch a wave, just get on your board and paddle out. Any forward movement is progress. Take a class, research on the internet, change your diet, change your mind! Anything is possible, there are miracles happening every day! One thing is for sure, staying on dry land, never taking a risk will keep you exactly in the same spot you have been in for the last 10, 20, 30 years. Maybe this is the year to paddle out.


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Actual Science, Great Vitamin, And Good Well being
Is it your imaginative and prescient to encourage others in reaching more healthy, fitter lifestyles? The body uses this glucose in the blood for vitality. Most glucose is saved as glycogen in the liver and muscle groups. Throughout train glycogen is damaged down in the muscle mass and offers power. Normally there may be sufficient glycogen in muscle mass to supply gasoline for ninety-120 minutes of exercise. Most exercise and sport video games don't dissipate glycogen stores so consuming carbohydrates through the activity normally is not needed. But for some active individuals, eating or drinking carbohydrates during train helps preserve their blood glucose and vitality levels.
Typically individuals think that in case you are coaching for an endurance event , it is best to eat carbohydrates earlier than, during and after you train. This isn't necessarily the case. For those who train at low to medium depth, you need to eat balanced meals composed of 30 per cent protein,窶・says Denoris. Should you train at high depth, you must eat more nut butters, sweet potatoes, date and walnut cake, fruit smoothies and blueberries.窶・There isn't any want for extra carbohydrates or sugary drinks in both case.
Exercise is simplest if is continued persistently. The benefits from exercise are greatest when an individual exercises three to six instances per week. Cardio exercises, like walking, jogging, bicycling, dancing, and swimming, are especially good to your heart because they improve your respiration price over time to satisfy elevated oxygen calls for and help your heart work more efficiently. Different forms of train are strength coaching, reminiscent of weight lifting, and stretching, corresponding to yoga, that are additionally necessary for overall health.
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Region: Heathcote (VIC)
Alcohol: 14.2%
Winemaker Notes
Low yields, reduced irrigation and careful sunlight exposure produce grapes with rich flavour and intensity.
A full bodied style; rich, dark fruit with intensity. Plum and fruit cake character with lashings of coconut and mocha. Patiently barrel aged for 12 months in new and 1-2 year old American Hogsheads.
Dining Suggestions
Cheese and full flavoured dishes.
"This is an old, but good-school shiraz, coating the mouth with blue and dark fruit flavours, boozy fruit cake spice, mocha and bourbon vanilla tones from an arsenal of American oak. Comforting, if far from prosaic. Like sagging into a comfy chair." – 92 Points, James Halliday (v16′)
Silver 2019 Riverina Open Show
Bronze 2019 National Wine Show of Australia
Bronze 2019 Royal Melbourne Wine Show


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Veteran Oncology Biotechnology Executive and Third Rock Ventures Entrepreneur in Residence Markus Warmuth, MD, Joins IMV Inc. Board of Directors
"Markus's deep knowledge of targeted therapies and the immune-oncology landscape, as well as his successful track record of bringing the promise of advanced science to fruition in the clinic, will be tremendous assets to IMV as he takes a seat on the Board of Directors," said
Prior to his role at Third Rock,
"Complex diseases like cancer need solutions based on fundamentally sound science, a willingness to collaborate, and experienced leadership," stated
"Alfred has been a long-time supporter of IMV and an important pillar of the Company's
About IMV
IMV Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking information under applicable securities law. All information that addresses activities or developments that we expect to occur in the future is forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements are based on the estimates and opinions of management on the date the statements are made. However, they should not be regarded as a representation that any of the plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in this press release due to risks affecting the Corporation, including access to capital, the successful completion of clinical trials and receipt of all regulatory approvals. IMV Inc. assumes no responsibility to update forward-looking statements in this press release except as required by law. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and those risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our ability to access capital, the successful and timely completion of clinical trials, the receipt of all regulatory approvals and other risks detailed from time to time in our ongoing quarterly filings and annual information form Investors are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements and are encouraged to read IMV's continuous disclosure documents, including its current annual information form, as well as its audited annual consolidated financial statements which are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar.
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How to Fix Firefox Issues on Windows 10, 8, 8.1 and 7?
Many Windows users will agree that Mozilla Firefox is one of the best browsers for Microsoft's operating system. However, like any other application, it is also susceptible to various issues. What if Mozilla Firefox won't open? What if the browser's too slow? In this article, we will discuss some of the common problems that people encounter when using Firefox. We will also teach you how to fix Firefox not responding and other issues that may prevent you from enjoying the browser's full potential.
Common Firefox Issues
When it comes to solving problems, the best approach is to gain a good understanding of the issue. So, let's discuss some of the common complaints that Firefox users have reported.
- Firefox won't open – In most cases, this problem happens when there is something wrong with the user's Firefox profile. This issue can be fixed by recreating the profile.
- High CPU usage causes problems on Firefox – You might notice high CPU usage, which affects the performance of Firefox. It is possible that this issue has something to do with your third-party anti-virus.
- Firefox slowdown due to high RAM usage – Firefox might use too many RAM resources because of your browser's extensions. So, try disabling the unnecessary extensions to see if doing so fixes the problem.
- Firefox is not responding and it keeps on freezing and crashing – It is possible that certain system configurations are causing problems with your browser. You can try launching Firefox via Safe Mode to solve the issue.
Method 1: Disabling Unnecessary Add-Ons
It is true that add-ons can improve the functionality of Mozilla Firefox. However, they can also cause the browser to crash. Some users complained that they encountered the problem after they had installed FlashGet. Do note that almost any kind of add-on can cause issues on Firefox. So, it is essential to identify the add-on you installed prior to experiencing problems with your browser.
To disable add-ons on Firefox, you need to follow the instructions below:
- Launch Firefox, then click the Menu button at the top-right corner of the browser. It should look like three horizontal lines on top of each other.
- Select Add-ons from the options.
- Go to the left-pane menu, then click Extensions. You should see the list of extensions added to Firefox.
- Look for the problematic extension, then click the Disable button.
- Restart your browser, then check if the issue has been resolved.
Note: If you do not know which add-on is causing the problem, you can try disabling all the extensions and enabling them one by one. Do this until you find the item that is causing issues on Firefox.
Of course, you will not be able to disable the extensions if you can't open Firefox at all. If this is the case, try running it from Safe Mode. Here are the steps:
- Click the Windows icon on your taskbar.
- Click the Power button.
- While holding Shift on your keyboard, select Restart.
Once your PC restarts, follow this path:
Troubleshoot ->Advanced Options ->Restart
- After your computer restarts, press F5 on your keyboard to select Safe Mode with Networking.
- Once you're inside Safe Mode, launch Firefox and disable the extensions by using the steps above.
Method 2: Checking your Anti-Virus
It is possible that the third-party anti-virus in your PC is causing issues on Firefox. Some users reported that after they had disabled the HTTPS Scanning feature in Avast, they were able to get rid of the problem. So, we recommend doing the same.
Here are the instructions:
- Launch Avast, then click Settings.
- Select Components, then choose Web Shield.
- Click the Customize button.
- Deselect the Enable HTTPS Scanning option.
- Save the changes.
It is worth noting that this solution may also work for other anti-virus programs apart from Avast. You just need to locate the feature similar to HTTPS Scanning and disable it. If the problem persists, then it is time to disable or remove your anti-virus entirely. If you are able to solve the issue by getting rid of your third-party anti-virus, we suggest you switch to a different brand.
There are lots of security software programs out there, but we recommend Auslogics Anti-Malware. It is designed not to interfere with your system and main anti-virus. So, you can get rid of Firefox issues while still having the protection you need for your computer.
Method 3: Clearing Firefox Cache
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It is possible that the stored cache is causing Firefox to use too much CPU resources. Consequently, you might also notice that your browser is slower than usual. So, if you want to learn how to decrease CPU usage in Firefox, you should know how to clear your cache. The process is relatively easy, and you can perform it, using the steps below:
- Open Firefox, then click the Menu button at the top-right corner of the browser.
- Follow this path:
Library ->History ->Clear Recent History
- Once you open the Clear All History window, select Everything from the drop-down list beside the time range.
- Click Details, then select everything you want to remove, especially Cache.
- Click Clear Now.
Once you've done that, you should be able to see an improvement in Firefox's performance.
Method 4: Refreshing Firefox
Your browser's settings may be causing the issues. So, if you want a quick way to resolve them, you can try refreshing Firefox. Doing this will remove all the extensions and bring back your browser's default settings. To do that, follow these instructions:
- Launch Firefox.
- Go to the address bar, then type "about:support" (no quotes) and hit Enter.
- Click the Refresh Firefox button.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to bring back Firefox to its default settings.
After doing that, check if the issue has been fixed.
Method 5: Removing your Firefox Profile
Some users reported that issues start showing up on Firefox due to a corrupted profile. So, to resolve the problem, you must get rid of your profile. Remember that this solution will delete your bookmarks, history, and saved passwords. So, make sure to create a backup before trying the steps. If you're ready, follow the steps below:
- Exit Firefox.
- Open the Run dialog box by pressing Windows Key+R on your keyboard.
- Now, type "firefox.exe -p" (no quotes), then hit Enter.
- You will see the list of available profiles.
- Your profile is likely the one labeled as default. Select it, then click the Delete Profile button.
- If you want to get rid of your profile entirely, click the Delete File button.
After completing these steps, you should be able to remove your profile successfully. Once you start Firefox, the browser will automatically create a new profile for you. On the other hand, you can create a new profile on your own by following the instructions below:
- Close Firefox.
- On your keyboard, press Windows Key+R. This should launch the Run dialog box.
- Type "firefox.exe -p" (no quotes), then click OK.
- Click Create Profile.
- Click Next, then type your preferred profile name.
- Click Finish.
- Choose the profile you just created, then click Start Firefox.
You should be able to resolve the issue after creating a new user profile.
Method 6: Reinstalling Firefox
If creating a new profile does not resolve the problem, we recommend reinstalling Firefox. It is possible that your installation is corrupted. Consequently, you keep on experiencing issues with your browser. So, it is advisable to remove Firefox, then reinstall it to your computer. Here are the steps:
- Click the Windows icon on your taskbar.
- Click the Settings button, which looks like a gear symbol.
- Once the Settings app is open, select Apps.
- Look for Mozilla Firefox in the list and click it.
- Click Uninstall.
- Now, download the installer from Mozilla Firefox's website.
- Run the .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions for installing the browser.
Method 7: Opt for the Beta or Nightly Versions
If you've tried all the methods we listed in this post yet the issue still persists, then you might want to consider using the Beta or Nightly version of Mozilla Firefox. Uninstall the current version of Firefox in your computer, then install the Beta version. However, do remember that while this version contains all the latest features, it is still susceptible to new issues since it has not been fully tested.
The same thing is true with the Nightly version. You will be able to enjoy the latest updates implemented by Mozilla.
However, they are not fully tested yet. So, you might still encounter various issues.
If you really need to use a web browser and Firefox keeps on crashing, you can always try Chrome or Edge. You can use them temporarily until you find a way to resolve your Firefox issues successfully. On the other hand, you might start to like the features of Chrome or Edge. If this happens, then you now have a browser to use permanently, ultimately allowing you to solve your problem.
Which browser do you prefer—Firefox, Chrome, or Edge?
Share your answer in the comments section below!