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Got this from a buy from a friend with a Taiwan hookup.
I got about 10 grams of this one out to brew with. The cake as I got it was fairly dry in appearance. The leaf on the cake showed the signs of the humid storage. They seemed to be a bit older than the cake stated for its age. I would guess some humidity early on and then a lighter storage.
I gave a rinse of about 5 seconds and let it sit a while. The rinse showed color so I knew a bit about the age. I had the old book scent with some of that camphor mixed in. First steep about 5 seconds and color was nice. It has the notes of the storage early in the sip but the sweetness and smoothness of the aging of the tea. It has the camphor cooling and the sweetness on the tongue that seems to linger a while at the back of the tongue.
The cooling and the sweetness with some of the aged date notes are what stand out to me. This would be an easy choice when you wanted a no fuss tea to have every day. Pretty nice.
I am going to list another thing. I am going to be in the Santa Clara/ San Fran area March 7th through March 9th with the better half. I am wondering how to get my tea on the airplane so any tips? Also I know a few of you live in the area and I am fairly free after 1630 on Thursday , about all day Friday and most o=f the day till about 1700 on Friday. I am going to try and visit Alcatraz, ride the trolley car, visit Chinatown and see the Golden Gate bridge. Anyone around and maybe we can do a tea session while I am there. Would like to meet a few of you if we can do it.
Flavors: Camphor, Dates, Musty, Sweet
I take my tea on vacation with me every time, not once have I had an issue. I make my loose leaf and have never been asked about it… I've ever stuffed entire kettles and gravity well infusers into my baggage carry on!
Oh, I was hoping you'd have some time on Saturday. I do have appointments those days and will probably work from home, so I should be available close to lunch time.
Having a sample of this one tonight.
Dumped the sample into the breaking tray. Looks to be bigger leaf and an almost purple hue to the leaf. Ye Sheng maybe? Not sure at this point. Got 10 grams out to brew with. Heated the water and pored some into the easy brewer and dumped. Tossed around. Very fruity almost like grape skin mixed with honey.
First brew after a quick rinse. Whispers of a touch of smoke. Very light. Taste very fruity and just on the tip of the tongue. Sweet on the aftertaste lingering.
Second brew, still flash steeping. Nice and sweet. A little more thickness and the mouth coating is starting. I saw a few buds mixed in so this may be some of the sweetness. I know there are two types of wild tea. Bitter version and sweet which this one seems to be. Starting to carry heaviness and some berry malt to it.
Third steep, a little more of the white grape creeps in. Starting to have a touch of bitterness mixed in as well. Very light though. Almost like drinking a sweet white wine varietal. Pretty close just without the alcohol.
Flavors: Berry, Bitter, Honey, Smoke, Sweet, White Grapes
Is that different from this? https://essenceoftea.com/collections/puerh-tea/products/2018-spring-secret-forest-puerh
The 2018 Secret Forest says "We pressed this tea last year and offered these cakes as preorders, which have now sold out."
@TeaGull it is a sample from he previous year. I am intrigued to know if the current compares. I may have to find a swapper to check the new one out. I just wished they had pressed a bigger cake. I dislike the new smaller cake sizes.
I bought a sample of the 2018 and really enjoyed it. It definitely has Ye Sheng in it. It's got some funky spicy and umami characters to it and a really love long mouthfeel.
Personally, I appreciate the smaller cake sizes, I just don't need 357/400 more grams of anything these days. But, even this one is a little more than I want to spend right now.
I will probably start downsizing in the future as storage shrinks.
I agree about the Ys Sheng as it seems to have that edge to it.
Excellent tea. The depth is coming out on this one. I did my usual 10grams to 100ml of water just off boiling and one rinse. The florality aroma of this one comes early. Sweetness almsxt like a gum taste comes in early. The later steeps lose much of the florality and the tea gets heavier and almost a touch viscous. Later steeps had the bitter aspects coming in. I played around in the leaves and would guess a couple of years leaf in this one. Nice leaf, and mostly 2 leaves and a bud. Found a couple that were almost able to stretch across my palm. Good tea to celebrate a bit with.
Happy Fourth of July to all. Let us remember the ones who gave us our freedom and still are on point to protect it.
Flavors: Floral, Heavy, Sweet, Thick
I got this tea in a package from* Healthy Leaf* for review.
I set myself up some time to do this one. I was given a 10 gram sample of this to try. I heated the water and preheated the gaiwan. I tossed the sample in there after draining the water out and tossed it around. The aroma was pretty light.
Going with the vendors recommendation with a good 20 second rinse since it is a tuo and compressed tight. I let it sit an hour and came back to it.
First brew was light in color and a small amount of aroma woodsy and earthy. The brew was a bit silky and almost creamy in mouthfeel. There is just a tiny whisper of smoke in there. The brew has the wood notes and sweetness to it. I can see the jam note reference.
Second brew brought out some more notes. I can faintly get the juniper the vendor described along with some mineral and sweetness. There is an aftertaste of mint if you let this sit across your palate and breathe in a bit.
Third brew the wet leaf has started getting the whiskey barrel note to it. The brew is darker and full with the smoke coming back in but the sweetness and berry comes at the end.
I expect this one to brew a while and I will add an addendum to this. It keeps getting stronger and may outlast me on the session for today. I have no doubt that this will brew well tomorrow as well.
The thing about this tea is the aging. Not so dry as to not mature and not so wet as to get the mustiness that often accompanies it. This is right and one of the best, so far, Dali Tuos that I have had. I think if nothing else of trying this if you don't mind the smoke touches in there. A sample if as good as the one I got will give you a great session with this tea.
Flavors: Creamy, Earth, Jam, Smoke, Sweet, Whiskey
Brewing this up tonight. I remember sampling a bit when it first came in to see where to store it.
I pulled 10 grams out to brew with. Cake is looser now that it has had time to settle a bit. I tossed the leaf in a warmed brewer and it gave an almost sweet alfalfa note. I rinsed it and got brewing.
First infusion quick steep, comes across sweet and aromatic. Light on the palate as it is still opening up. Let it sit about 30 minutes after this.
Second infusion, a bit more punch to it . Some astringency, maybe a hint of tart and metallic. Let it cool slightly and the sweetness comes back. An almost mint note to it.
Third infusion, still quick steeps. A little more bite/bitter in there. Sweetness still on the last note on the tongue. Gets thicker and has the lingering in the throat a bit. Seems to be good material. Not sure about pricing since it has climbed since I purchased it.
Flavors: Sweet
I haven't had any of CWS's 2016 line and am wondering what I missed out on… I hear the Hekai and manmai gushu are very good.
Been airing this one since I got it. I grabbed about 11 grams out to brew with. I gave it a good long rinse. First three steepings are smoky, bitter and strong. I think this is one to just put away and age. Material looks decent for the price paid. There is some floral hayish lingering in the mouth a bit after drinking this one.
Flavors: Bitter, Hay, Smoke
I had the 2015 Laoyu. There's some good base material underneath the smoke – which isn't too offensive, IMO. I haven't decided how I feel about it yet, but I do think it's well worth the price.
Perhaps storing the cakes in a crock or ceramic container with a non-glazed inner wall will help speed that up?
Finally able to get a note up on this one.
I was provided a sample to try from the tea shop.
I used all 8 grams in the shibo. I preheated the shibo and tossed the leaf in and let some of the steam carry the aroma out. It was some flower perfume and some wisps of smoke as well. I gave the tea a quick rinse and noticed the tea is aromatic when I opened the lid. A bit different than the dry leaf tossed around the warm brewing vessel.
First brew very quick. Some color in the cup, a mix of some vegetal , grassy and a touch more of the smoke without being overpowering. Second steep, still the wisps of the smoke maybe a touch bitter and some wood in there as well. Third steep a bit longer and a little tingle on the tongue and some sweet mixing in with the wood. Smoke is dropping out faster now.
Steeps 3 to 5 were very similar to the second steep. Leaves are starting to unfurl slowly in the pot. I ended up with 10 good brews to this. The later steeps were the next day and the leaf kept giving a decent brew. Maybe not as much on the sweet as the Bangdong but an interesting one to sip on.
Flavors: Bitter, Smoke, Sweet, Vegetal, Wood
Starting this out with an 8 gram sample. The dry leaf has a nice sweet aroma to it.
Using the duanni clay pot. I warmed the pot and poured the water out and tossed in the leaves. Aroma get sweeter in the steam.
Flash rinse and the aroma intensifies with more of the sweet aroma with some honey in there. First steep very quick into the cup. The teas seems well processed as there wasn't much char in the filter. First sips, sweet , floral , honey in there some mineral and some middle tongue notes.
Second steep, tea gets much thicker and active. Still the underlying sweetness. The bitter has crept in which means shorter steeps as I continue.
I paused a few minutes to soak in. Aftertaste is pretty nice on this one.
Third steep, still strength in this one. Sweet and bitter mixing in. A little of the mineral slips back in as well. Still clean in the filter and the leaf is slowly starting to unfurl.
Flavors: Bitter, Floral, Honey, Mineral, Sweet, Thick
A comment on minerality. Many times I have hard time determining if a mineral taste belongs to the tea or the water. Specially when it appears after few steeps, when the tea taste itself starts to fade out. Any thoughts on that?
Breaking this out as I love some BuLang teas.
I grabbed 10 grams off the cake. Easy to do as the cake was loose pressed for a Dayi. The leaves are a mix of chopped and some full leaf in there. I gave it a wash and let it sit a few minutes. There is some color in the wash so that is promising.
First brew 5 seconds. Golden color. Tastes , a bit smoky with typical shot of BuLang bitterness. It hits with smoke and mineral on the middle part of the tongue.
Second steep, 5 secs, more color getting golden now. A bit stronger on the bitterness with some hints of sweet coming through. Cooling down give some tongue tingle.
Third steep, 5 seconds, color dropping a bit. Still has a good punch some drying at first. Mint and cooling on the breathe intake now. Some more sweetness. Leaves unrolling now and able to see some color variance in them.
I did this tea nine times two days ago and didn't do many notes. It finally tailed off for my tastes at nine. You may be able to steep it a bit more.
Flavors: Bitter, Mineral, Mint, Smoke, Sweet


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If you are Belgian, then you cannot be non-EU.
Ask a notaire/notaris, their advice should be free, but I suspect that, as you are a Belgian citizen, Belgian law will apply and the answer will be no, with Belgium considering you to be unmarried.
According to Wiki, cousin marriage is not illegal here so your problem will be convincing the authorities that the marriage is genuine and not simply a way for your partner to gain access to the EU.
Each case is considered on its merits and there is no general rule which applies to everyone in your situation. Perhaps a better place to ask your question is at your commune.
I think KASSEISTAMPER is right, legally cousins can marry in Belgium, so there is no reason for the marriage not to be recognized. You should note that even married to you, entry to Belgium is not guaranteed, your cousin will still need to apply for a visa.
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Your children may already be at school or they'll be on their way in a few short years. Lots of parents speak openly at the relief of dropping their little ones off at the school gates, but give little thought to the schedule of the professional that our children are being handed over to.
You may have seen the nationalised campaign recently to remind us to thank our midwives, well, teachers are up there with one of the most undervalued and underestimated job roles in our society.
Due to the necessity of professionalism, the average parent is never really able to get to know teachers thoughts, until now!
I've asked 5 questions to a UK Primary school teacher and mum to two (who happens also to be my sister).
She completed her training 6 Years ago and has kindly answered my questions to tell parents:
Things a Primary School Teacher wishes parents knew.
What is the biggest misconception about teaching at a Primary School?
That the working day is from 9am until 3pm. Not once in my teaching career have I been able to start work at 9am and finish at 3pm! These hours are more like the beginning and end time of the main performance (teaching the children).
There are usually two hours before of setup and as many as four, five and even six hours after 3pm when I will be hurrying to clean up following the 'Main Performance'. Then I will be marking 30+ childrens workbooks- a quick tick and cross isn't sufficient- we have to write unique goals for improvement for each exercise.
In the evening we are planning 5 different lessons for the following day and creating the resources for each of them. Then we get to deliver an entirely new performance tomorrow from those plans!
Other considerations to our workload are that one lesson plan (each day requires five for maths, english, science etc) is not suitable for every child in a group of 30 children. We will have to create multiple plans and resources of the same lesson but adapted for the children who do not speak English, and then another lesson plan for the lower ability children in the class, plus some extension activities for the higher level children who will finish the task more quickly.
This is the bare minimum daily workload for most Primary School teachers. Our workload continues into half terms and the 'holidays' where we can be found at School, in our classroom, trying to get a head start before the children are back at their desks.
Did you also have this misconception before applying for training?
A little bit. Though I knew that my working hours would extend beyond 9am-3pm, I didn't anticipate the sheer volume of work and how unrelentless it would be.
There is no such thing as a quieter day than usual. All five daily lessons need to get the most from each child.
Our lesson plans are scrutinised by managers, as is our marking and lesson delivery through classroom observations to ensure that our teaching meets a set criteria to really stimulate and engage each child through modern teaching methods.
I loved primary school as a child, so had made the connection in my mind that I wanted to work in one. I know that sounds a bit naive as going to Primary School as a child and teaching in one as an adult are quite different!
What is a myth about teaching that you wish you could dispel?
Our job is like a babysitter. The reality is that we are under increased pressure from authoratative bodies, we have targets to meet like in any corporate environment, lots of paperwork, after hours team meetings, as well as ensuring that I am meeting the educational and emotional needs every child in a class of 30.
It's a constant balancing act. As in many other sectors, Primary School Teachers are spinning a lot of plates in any one working day.
What is PSA that you'd like to make to all parents of young children?
Don't do your childrens projects for them.
If we've asked your child to make a castle, it's extremely awkward for teachers to be presented with a miraculous castle that we are sure that your 5 year old wasn't even allowed to touch.
I understand, parents genuinely think that we want to see the worlds best castle model. But in all honesty, nothing makes us cringe more than knowing that the parents have taken out a small loan for WHSmiths craft supplies and completed the project themselves. All we can do as teachers is say "Oh Wow! Look at that..." Knowing that no learning has taken place by the child, that they haven't gone through the process of problem solving and creativity, and have gotten nothing out of it.
Based on the proud looks on parents faces when they present their handiwork, I know that they really believe that they are doing the best for their child, but if anything the child has only learnt that "mummy/daddy can make a castle better than I could have." It's not the biggest parenting crime of the century, but please believe us, we are ecstatic to display the castles that look like they were made by 5 year olds with odds and ends, rather than pristine models which frankly, look out of place.
Tell us something that most Primary School Teachers have in common?
You have got to have a sense of humour for the job! Children come out with the craziest and funniest lines so we have a lot of laughs in the classroom. We are generally not a straight laced bunch and love to share amazing quotes from our children in the staff room.
I would love to know if you learnt anything from this close encounter with a Primary School Teacher and if any teachers reading this can relate or would like to add something. Leave a comment or drop me an email using the 'Contact Us' form


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caleyjag started following Analog PC video capture, Object Tracking using Detection as ROI ref, OCR & rotated numbers (1 & 2 digits) and and 2 others
Object Tracking using Detection as ROI ref
caleyjag replied to Maurice Rahme's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingHard to comment too much without some example images. I think you are on the right track to do an object detection with a more primitive image processing step to recenter the ROI and mitigate errors, but can't really comment further without a handful of images for context.
OCR & rotated numbers (1 & 2 digits)
caleyjag replied to FixedWire's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingDo your images always look like this? I'd experiment with using the white circles to center your frame of reference. Once you have your coordinates set, I'd do a quick binary threshold on the central area where the numbers are, and use some binary morphology to fill the cavities inside your digits. I'd first try the IMAQ Fill Holes.vi (I think it's called something like that). Alternatively, you can try dilate/erode combination, which may work better here in the even the numbers don't fully enclose the cavities every time. Once you have done that the OCR might work better. There are quite a lot of other tools you can play with to sharpen up your image. I'm not sure how well the OCR algorithms perform if the number is printed at an arbitrary angle. I've never tried that, so I'm interested to see. Alternatively, if your digits are always the same you could try making 10 templates (0-9) and using the IMAQ object/pattern matching VIs which are rotationally invariant. Would be a bit more work for you on the back end to figure out the ordering of the digits though
Binary thershold like Vision Assistant
caleyjag replied to Gepponline's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingCan you share your code? This seems like a tractable problem...
Pattern matching is not working
caleyjag replied to Nishar Federer's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingTry this. Seems to work for me now. Notes: 1. You will need to enable the camera capture code. 2. I added terms to define the types of image you were loading (RGB). This mitigated an error in the extract HSV value plane VI. (Note: I was able to find this because I wired the error cluster all the way through - good habit to get into.) 3. You didn't have the Parameter constant wired in each of your match template cases. I added that in although it should be working fine off the default value (800/1000). smart Crind POC_caleyjag.vi
Pattern matching is not working
caleyjag replied to Nishar Federer's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingOk. Hard to run without your template images. If you can provide some images (maybe PM me privately) I can help with that. I would need both the template and raw images (which I can see you are recording each run.) For now, everything looks okay but it looks like you are running with a image match score of 985/1000. This is typically very high and with camera noise you may well get fails with that high of a setting. Not sure about the output with the wrong template though. I would need to see an example of that. Couple of other notes (my personal preferences, does not relate to your main problem) 1. I recommend linking the error cluster between all the VIs. This is very useful for trying to figure out where things go wrong. The Vision VIs are usually pretty good at flagging useful errors this way. 2. There is a color plane extraction VI in the Vision Utilities>Color Utilities pallette so you don't need the one generated from Vision Assistant.
Pattern matching is not working
caleyjag replied to Nishar Federer's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingCan you save as LabVIEW 2016 so I can look at it?
Analog PC video capture
caleyjag posted a topic in Machine Vision and ImagingUnderstandably NI's own line of analog video frame grabbers have been obsolete for some time (since 2010 I believe). I have an industrial application where I am bound to using legacy analog VGA cameras. Upgrading the cameras is not an option I would like to use LabVIEW for testing purposes. Are there any good non-NI frame grabbers still out there that are easy to get up and running with LabVIEW? Unfortunately due to the bureaucratic purchasing processes ordering an old NI card of e-bay is not really feasible.
I'm aware of this thread on passing errors around loops. https://forums.ni.com/t5/LabVIEW/Error-in-out-in-shift-register-yes-or-no/td-p/1077703 On a similar note, what is deemed the best way to handle wires containing references to devices or sessions in a loop? What are the pros and cons to consider? I've made a few examples using the Vision AVI2 library, but the same thing could apply to an IMAQ camera session, or indeed a TCP/IP or serial communication session, where you need to initialize a session, do your core logic (the loop) and then shut it all down at the end. In my case I already have the error cluster managing the function order execution. With that in mind, what's the best way to set up my wiring? Using LabVIEW 2016, 64bit. refnum_wiring_style.vi
21 CFR Part 11: LabVIEW consultancy opportunity in SoCal
caleyjag posted a topic in Job ListingsFreelance/consultancy help needed at our Southern California location. I have a project where I need to take an existing LabVIEW solution and adapt it to make the application FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant. The application is a machine vision solution using the Vision Development Module. The vision part is working well and doesn't need to be replaced. The system uses machine vision to inspect pharmaceutical injection components. I'm looking for an engineer with experience in developing, qualifying and validating Part 11-compliant systems, including the addition of audit trail and data integrity functionality. I wrote all of the original LabVIEW code so you would be working directly with me to implement the solution. I work at Amgen, a large biotechnology/pharmaceutical company based just north of Los Angeles. I have a preference to work with engineers located within reasonable driving range of our facility, however due to the niche nature of this project we can probably be somewhat flexible with distance. If you are interested please contact me and I will call you to discuss the project in more depth.
In need of a good 1080p CCD
caleyjag replied to cathair28's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingThe Axis P1214 or F44 series might work for you. They are (relatively) affordable. Small camera size is achieved by devolving most of the camera electronics into a downstream box. The cable is pretty long so should work for your application. Some of the models use a microvideo lenses. They have an 1080p variant. Unfortunately these cameras are intended for network streaming so the lossy video compression onboard is unavoidable. They can be programmatically used to capture uncompressed still images though at a much slower rate, if that is of use. In terms of industrial high-end cameras the smallest I can think of are the Basler Ace or Point Grey Blackfly which I think come in at around 5MP, resolution. These are more expensive ($2k range) and are roughly 30mm cube in size (you will need a slightly wider tube for a c-mount lens though). I think both brands are available in GigE, USB3 or CameraLink formats.
OpenG imaging and machine vision tools?
caleyjag replied to caleyjag's topic in OpenG General DiscussionsI understand what you are saying, however I'm not proposing an alternative to IMAQ, which as you say is a solid package and adequate for many applications. Although IMAQ covers a lot of the bases I find myself having to create additional functions fairly regularly. It would be nice to find a way to share some of this work effectively. OpenG has a number of palettes that contain only a few basic functions that somebody thought might be useful to others. In some cases those are very modest modifications of original LabVIEW functions. I don't think we can expect anyone to develop a comprehensive library on their own and make it open source. But I do think there are probably a few functions and tricks people have developed relating to image processing that could complement NI's efforts.
OpenG imaging and machine vision tools?
caleyjag replied to caleyjag's topic in OpenG General DiscussionsI hear you brother! My job requires me to deal with other languages and environments but I'm usually out of my comfort zone. That's why I'd like to find (or help develop) more LabVIEW-specific toolkits. OpenCV is probably the best open-source library I have found to date. The commercial libraries and tools can be expensive. They aren't generally a viable solution for the layman or hobbyist, or small projects with low budgets.
OpenG imaging and machine vision tools?
caleyjag posted a topic in OpenG General DiscussionsIn my job I develop in-house machine vision and image processing solutions for my company. In industrial machine vision and inspection, there are several main players (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox, Halcon, etc.) LabVIEW and IMAQ are not totally out of the picture but are far from common for manufacturing applications. I try to use LabVIEW whenever I can because I find it's great for quickly prototyping proof-of-concept systems. I use the Vision Acquisition and Vision Development Module toolkits extensively. For the most part, the functions provided by NI meet my needs. Increasingly though, I find myself pushing their limits, and yearning for the functionality offered by some of the competition. In some cases I can leverage these external libraries but that can be cumbersome. Aside from a couple of older, paid LabVIEW libraries from third party companies, I can't find much out there to complement the IMAQ palettes. 1.) Are there quality VIs out there and I'm just not seeing them? 2.) Is there an appetite for them? 3.) Would anyone be interested in working (with me or otherwise) on an open-source image processing toolkit?
CFR Part 11 compliance - IMAQ applications
caleyjag replied to caleyjag's topic in Machine Vision and ImagingYeah unfortunately I am going to be the one carrying the can here, and it's my first crack at a proper Part 11 application. I'm basically concerned that the IMAQ library may have one or two many bugs for it to be sufficiently stable. That's not necessarily a Part 11 issue as such, but in order to meet the needs of the application I need to be sure my choice of LabVIEW is a logical and robust one. That's why I'm hoping some people can vouch for the efficacy and reliability of the Vision Development functions, especially if they have tales from the pharmaceutical perspective. Thanks!
CFR Part 11 compliance - IMAQ applications
caleyjag posted a topic in Machine Vision and ImagingI am writing an automated inspection application for a pharmaceutical company. The application is for the manufacturing line and therefore needs to be compliant with FDA requirements. As far as I can tell the DSC module is designed to handle e-signatures and the like, but I'm concerned flags will be raised as to the compliance of LabVIEW and the Vision Development Module itself. I'm using basic edge detection tools to measure critical dimensions on glass syringes. Nothing too fancy. Has anyone successfully used the NI Vision toolbox in approved, Part 11-compliant applications? I'm hoping to hear of some success stories so I can feel confident I am building this around an appropriate library.


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The No. 11 Georgetown women's soccer team entered the weekend looking to make history — and that was exactly what it did.
The Hoyas (14-1-2, 7-0-1 Big East) won their first Big East division title and clinched a bye to the Big East tournament quarterfinals by defeating Notre Dame and DePaul.
Georgetown began the weekend with a resume-building win, knocking off No. 24 Notre Dame (11-4-2, 7-1-1 Big East), 2-0, on Friday at North Kehoe Field. But facing a formidable opponent and battling difficult weather conditions, the Blue and Gray struggled in the first half.
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But in the second half, with the wind now at their backs, the Hoyas came alive. Just five minutes into the half, junior forward Colleen Dinn collected a blocked cross from junior forward Kaitlin Brenn and drove the ball past the Notre Dame keeper.
"It was a pretty even game up to that point, and we definitely needed the break early to really get into gear," Dinn said. "[After that] we did a great job keeping it in their half. Everyone was hungry for a goal after that and we broke them down a little bit."
Notre Dame had an opportunity of its own in the 60th minute, but freshman keeper Emma Newins made a beautiful diving save to preserve the 1-0 Hoya lead.
"I thought there were two crucial moments. First, Colleen made a great play on the goal. That gave us a little bit of energy when we needed it," Nolan said. "Then, Emma made a fantastic save and stopped [Notre Dame] from gaining any momentum."
In the 74th minute, the Blue and Gray's leading scorer, sophomore midfielder Daphne Corboz, scored the final goal of the match by tapping in a cross from sophomore forward Audra Ayotte to put the team up, 2-0.
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The weekend would only get better from there, with Georgetown defeating DePaul in a 1-0 overtime thriller.
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Junior forward Kaitlin Brenn flipped the ball to sophomore forward Vanessa Skrumbis off of a free kick taken by junior defender Mary Kroening. Skrumbis then lofted the ball over the DePaul keeper for the golden goal, giving the Hoyas the 1-0 win.
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Having already made history, Georgetown will have a chance to begin the next chapter on the right foot when it travels to Villanova Friday for its final regular season game.


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FORMER NSW Premier Kristina Keneally has been named ambassador to the aid group Opportunity International Australia, which provides financial help in developing countries.
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Relying on grace
It took me a long time to realize that perfectionism counts as rubbish in God's economy. I can't live the Christian life out of my flesh. People-pleasing, striving, and following religious rules to impress others is not genuine spiritual fruit, either. The striving wore me out. The young woman that others saw in me might have appeared efficient, good-natured, giving, faithful, and God-honoring, but on the inside I was angry, resentful, and tired of trying to measure up.Vicki also made her way through the seductiveness of the recovery culture:
Sharing the secret of an abusive past connected me to other survivors. It also caused me to feel special in an unhealthy way. I built an interior kingdom around everything abuse-related and rode the recovery bandwagon for all its worth. Never would I have denied God, but neither did I trust Him. I grew increasingly distant from the Lord and very close to my therapist. I quoted her but never questioned her half-baked theology. When she said the Bible didn't really help folks in my situation, that's what I believed. After all, she was a professing Christian with all these impressive counseling degrees.What finally made the difference in Vicki's life? Please read the whole essay to find out.
I read compulsively about my diagnoses (major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress syndrome...you name it, I had it) and my new-found identity (abuse survivor) rather than go to the Lord for healing. Truth is, I just didn't know Him very well back then. Educating myself seemed the road to freedom but kept me self-focused. Knowing about Christ certainly wasn't enough to sustain me because I wasn't abiding in Him.


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Aries: March 21 – April 19
Fire Sign
Known as energetic and proactive, Aries is one of the most active of the signs. Highly organized, Aries tend to be the first one to the party – at work and at play! Their take charge attitude and focused direction make Aries very productive. People tend to gravitate towards Aries charismatic and fun-loving energy.
Taurus: April 20 – May 20
Earth Sign
Grounded and practical, Taurus is the sign that gets stuff done. Known as the most reliable sign, they make fantastic friends and employees. Taurus people are protective and will stop at nothing to keep those they love safe and comfortable. Their realistic views on life and love make them stable companions who value stability and longevity.
Gemini: May 21 – June 20
Known as two people in one, Gemini signs are both outgoing and pensive, excitable and restless, the life of the party and serious. Gemini are able to change their moods as quickly as they change their minds. They are innately inquisitive and fascinated by the world around them.
Cancer: June 21 – July 22
A deeply sentimental sign, Cancer cherishes home and family above all else. While they tend to wear their heart on their sleeve, people born under this sign are also exceptionally private about their inner life. Imaginative and expressive, those that a Cancer loves are always at the forefront of their heart.
Leo: July 23 – Aug 22
Leos are natural born leaders with an affinity for the spotlight. They are self-confidant and charming, making them irresistible to others. Leos are ruled by the Sun and are aligned with bright colors of orange, yellow, and red.
Virgo: Aug 23 – Sept 22
A true Earth sign, Virgo loves animals and nature. Many times misunderstood, Virgo guards their emotions, usually because they don't trust themselves. With a high attention to detail, Virgo executes their desires methodically and practically.
Libra: Sept 23– Oct 22
Peaceful and diplomatic are both strong characteristics of Libras. Known for their quick thinking and sharp mind, Libra gravitates to working in a group or partnership. Never one to be alone, Libra finds stimulating individual to surround themselves with.
Scorpio: Oct 23- Nov 21
Resourceful and decisive, Scorpios are born leaders who are able to utilize all resources available to complete a project or task. Scorpios are able to access and manifest their emotions, making them lifelong friends with those they hold dear.
Sagittarius: Nov 22 – Dec 21
Wanderers by nature, Sagittarius people are lovers of travel and other cultures. Though idealistic, they are open minded to all new and exciting adventures. Having a great sense of humor, Sagittarius see life as an experience to unapologetically.
Capricorn: Dec 22 – Jan 21
Capricorn is very independent, so much so that many times they prefer to be alone than with others. They work hard toward their goals and are laser focused until they are achieved. A very serious and grounded sign, Capricorn may come across as rigid.
Goddess Booklet
Our Goddess Booklet provides quick reference to 50 of the most historical divine women. This useful tool is ideal for finding your Goddess and knowing who to call upon when in need.
28 pages
Healing PropertiesFor the physical body, it is said to be a helper of sleep and curer of insomnia. It is known to calm the nervous system & prevent nightmares. Metaphysically, it is believed to bring luck & prosperity, prevent marital infidelity & soothe the mind & soul. It is also a popular stone to use during meditation and grounding.
Care and Cleaning
Cleanse with sea salt water and charge under the full moon or the sun. (Less time in the sun, it can cause fading.)
Astrological Sign: Pisces
Gods & Goddesses: Dionysus, Bacchus, Artemis, Diana
Angel: Zachiel
Element & Planet: Air, Water, Jupiter
Chakra: Third Eye, Crown
History & Lore
It is said that an Amethyst will change color if the wearer is under a spell of black magic, fearfulness or deception. Wine served in goblets made of Amethyst was said to change color if the drink was poisoned or toxic. Translated in Greek, the name means "not drunk" & came from the belief that the holder or wearer of this stone would not become intoxicated. Catholic Bishops were known to wear this stone and rosaries are commonly created from it.
Zodiac Altar Cloth (Dusty Rose)
Our zodiac wheel depicts the traditional zodiac signs, also known as houses, beginning with Aries as the Ascendant and running counter clockwise. Use this chart to map your own sun and moon signs, or any important date in your life.
We have chosen a dusty rose with gilded writing for this design. This piece is soft and supple and it will be a beautiful addition to your altar or sacred space.
Measures 16 x 16 inches
Round Apothecary Jar (12 oz)
Lotus Flower Tarot Deck Bag
Our Tamed Wild designed bags are the perfect size for holding standard sized tarot cards. This bag is made from a velvety cloth in deep burgundy and features a golden embossed lotus flower.
Store your herbs, crystals, and smudges in these beautifully designed bags.
Size: All approximately 4 x 6 inches
Ritual Candles
Fire and flame are perceived to be direct physical manifestations as much as they are symbolic representations of the spark of creation. This link between the realms of the physical and the spiritual has been honored in ritual and ceremony since our most ancient histories. Lighting a candle in ritual is a call to the higher self and forces of creation.
As the different colors we perceive everyday are the direct effect of each color's own unique wavelength, or frequency, within the visible light spectrum - so it is held that each specific color has it's own unique energy. The ancient Greek sophists philosophized over these frequencies; believing there to be a connection between the colors, the musical notes, the known objects in the solar system, and the days of the week.
Passion, energy, love, lust, relationships, sex, vitality, courage.
Meditation, healing, forgiveness, inspiration, fidelity, happiness, and opening lines of communication.
Abundance, prosperity, wealth, growth, earth energy
Spiritual awareness, wisdom, tranquility, spiritual protection.
A common substitute for all colors. They are also popular for cleansing, purification spells & rituals.
Protection, absorption and destruction of negative energy and also repelling negative energy from others.
Includes two 6 inch tapers which fit into standard candle holders & have 6 hours burn time. They are easily carved into for candle magic.
Stone Pendulum
Pendulums are a popular tool used during divination to assist one in finding answers to questions, locating objects, diagnosing medical afflictions and other holistic modalities. Pendulums don't usually take much time to get started, and are perfect for beginners and those familiar with divination. Each pendulum contains the healing properties of the stone. Pendulums are also said to have the ability to cleanse and balance your personal energy.
Book of the Gods
Created by Tamed Wild, this booklet provides quick reference to over 45 of the most historical Gods. This useful tool is ideal for knowing who to call upon when in need, and how to invoke them.
Janus, or Ianus is the Roman god of new beginnings. He has two faces, one that faces the front, or the future, and the other that sees the past. He is celebrated January 1st with a large feast. Historically, Janus was the first spirit invoked before any offerings were made to other Roman deities. Invoke Janus when you wish to start a new venture or relationship. He can also be petitioned to better understand events in the past. Show devotion to Janus by planting an oak tree or gifting him artisanal breads.
Wild Recipes Booklet
Florida Water
Tarot Cloth // Past, Present & Future
Divine with guides, spirits and your deities using one of the most common forms of divination. Our Past, Present, Future altar cloth is designed to create a space for a three card tarot pull. The 3 card past/present/future spread is one of the most effective ways of receiving guidance for any question or situation.
Surround the cards with crystals, incense and other sacred objects to call in the elements to support your intentions.
Cloth measures 13 x 13 inches
Animal Guides and Spirits Booklet
Created by Tamed Wild, this booklet provides quick reference to over 45 animal guides and spirits. This useful tool is ideal for knowing who to call upon when in need, and how to invoke them.
Wolf: The wolf is considered a guardian of the earth and acts as a teacher to other spirits. It's a highly intuitive creature that relies on its innate instincts to adapt to unfamiliar surroundings. Wolves travel in packs and represents a protected and unified family. However ...
Full Moon Tea
The effects of the Full Moon are said to include insomnia, insanity (often referred to as 'lunacy'), and according to some legend, lycanthropy. This black tea is creates a warm, dark cup with notes of autumn apples and a hint of roses. Brew this tea when you are longing for the time of year when the air has a chill and the sun is low.
Ingredients: Black Tea, Orange Peel, Cinnamon Chips, Apple Pieces, Rose Petals, Natural Fruit and Spice Flavoring
2 ounces
Celestial Wooden Box
Collect and store crystals, herbs, ritual tools, and jewelry in these beautifully carved wooden boxes.
Small is approximately 2.5 x 5
Medium is approximately 4 x 6
Large is approximately 5 x 8
Book of Spirits
Ghosts, guides, fairies, goddesses and gods may seem mysterious, but these entities have been appearing in our lives since the beginning. Their names have been showing up in children's literature, ghost stories and folklore for generations. Before that, some were deities worshipped by indigenous cultures whose voices were silenced and often forgotten. In modern day they inspire medical terminology, the names of pharmaceutical drugs and advertisements. These spirits are the friends of witches, intuitives, fortune-tellers and those who have visited other realms.
Their story may have evolved over time, perhaps the spelling of the name changed and the pronunciation no longer correct, but they should be honored just the same. Petition them at thresholds and ask them to point you in the right direction when at crossroads. Share with them your secrets and listen to your intuition when asking for favors. Look for answers in dreams, in symbols or in meditation.
Relationships with spirits should be mutually beneficial; you both will work for what you receive.
This book serves as an introduction to 50 of our favorite spirits.
We encourage you to research, bond and respect the spirits that speak to you.
Sun & Moon Altar Cloth (Sage Green)
Featured in our June Tamed Wild Box, our sage green altar cloth is made of a velvety material that features a celestial sun & moon design.
Stone Animal Spirit
Let your spirit animal choose you with these beautiful stone animals.
Frog: The frog reminds us to speak up. She controls healing, transformation and the ability to vocally express the truth. The frog is a helpful guide, and can help one navigate between a tricky situations. The frog is linked to both earth and water. This amphibian is considered good luck, especially in finances.
Rabbit: The rabbit tells us that change is imminent. Take a breath and reevaluate your direction. the rabbit is often hunted, so when this animal appears in your life, it may be time to forge a new path. The rabbit is a natural leader, known for its quick instincts and ability to outsmart predators.
Turtle: The turtle is a reminder to take things one step at a time. No need to rush when we know that the journey is crucial to the outcome.The turtle moves along, seemingly unbothered anyone or anything. This reptile reminds us to block out the distractions that may hinder the creative process.
Swan: The swan reminds us to maintain individuality and celebrate differences. Although praised for its elegance and grace, this bird encourages us to focus instead on inner beauty. The swan represents the blossoming of love and the acceptance of our true self.
Fish: The spirit of the fish is deeply connected and dependent on its relationship with water. Water is associated with emotions, healing, rebirth and the moon. When the fish appears in your life, work on strengthening your relationship with the divine feminine.


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About two months ago LSO Live, the "house label" of the London Symphony Orchestra, released an album of Claude Debussy's only completed opera, Pelléas et Mélisande with the ensemble conducted by Simon Rattle. The title roles are sung by Christian Gerhaher and Magdalena Kožená, respectively. The other major roles are Golaud (Gerald Finley), Arkël (Franz-Josef Selig), Geneviève (Bernarda Fink), and Yniold (Elias Mädler). Chorus Director Simon Halsey prepared the London Symphony Chorus.
True to the label's name, the recording was made during a performance at the Barbican in London in January 2016. Packaging includes four discs, three in SACD hybrid, which may be played on CD players as well as SACD players, and a Blu-ray video disc. Peter Sellars provided a "platform staging" of the opera, an example of which can be seen on a YouTube excerpt from the Berlin Philharmonic performance of the same production:
from YouTube
Considering that it is over a century old, this opera has a somewhat notorious reputation. The libretto is based on a Symbolist play by Maurice Maeterlinck. The basic narrative is one of a love triangle, but Maeterlinck wrapped most of the characters in a thick fog of ambiguity. As a result the narration of the plot itself proceeds through a series of episodes with extended instrumental interludes during which the audience can try both to puzzle out what just happened and to prepare for what may happen next. As might be expected, this can make for a fair amount of frustration among those who go to an opera expecting to see something like Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto.
For that matter, those familiar with Debussy's music are likely to find themselves more than a little perplexed by what they are hearing. Nevertheless, taken on its own, the music provides some fascinating insights into how Debussy approached his work. The Wikipedia page for Maeterlinck's play cites three other composers influenced by it: Gabriel Fauré, Arnold Schoenberg, and Jean Sibelius. Far more interesting are the influences behind Debussy's music. Maeterlinck's play was first performed in 1893, and Debussy's opera was premiered in 1902. However, the year that really matters is 1888, which is the year that a young Debussy attended the Bayreuth Festival and saw performances of Richard Wagner's Parsifal and Die Meistersinger. (Debussy returned the following year to see Tristan und Isolde.)
Much has been written about Debussy's appreciation for how Wagner had broken from the traditional fragmentation of opera into well-defined segments. He appreciated the power on an ongoing flow of the music with the use of leitmotifs as signs for orientation. However, Wagner's influence on Debussy even extended to appropriation, at least in the early unfolding of Pelléas et Mélisande. I defy any serious Wagner listener to claim that (s)he does not hear the orchestral representation of the march to the Hall of the Grail in the first act of Parsifal in Debussy's interlude between the first two scenes in the first act of Pelléas! My guess is that other appropriations follow as the opera progresses, but I have not yet done the detective work.
This recording clearly offers a musical performance that is both highly informative and thought-provoking, particularly for those who take their listening seriously. However, I must confess that I chose to concentrate only on the audio. Regular readers know that I am not particularly bullish about Sellars' work; and I would go even further and say that many (but not all) of the semi-staged productions I have seen have done little other than interfere with my efforts to pay attention to the music. As a result, this might be one of those cases in which I would advocate a preference for an MP3 download, were it not for the fact that the Amazon.com Web page for that download does not include the booklet that contains both program notes and a libretto with both the French text and an English translation. Thus the physical package is the preferable one; but I would suggest that those just getting to know this opera begin by concentrating on the audio, allowing the clarity of Rattle's leadership and the interpretations of the vocalists to provide the primary orientation. Once such orientation has been firmly established, one may then move on to see what the video has to offer.


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- Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials AMA Land Speed Grand Championship
08/24/2019 - 08/29/2019
09:15 - 15:00
Please note: In addition to this registration all FIM participants must register for their FIM license and submit a World Record Application.
FIM forms can be downloaded from the Entry page: FIM infomration
Entry includes:
- Unlimited Runs
- Eligibility for FIM World Records & AMA National Records* (Must meet criteria of rules and scrutineering)
Additional Class entries must be the SAME motorcycle with the SAME rider. A non-refundable processing fee of $100 will be charged today. The remaining balance will be charged on the salt when you check in.
Venue: Bonneville Salt Flats International Speedway
Venue Website: https://bonnevillespeedtrials.com/welcome-to-bonneville-speed-trials/eventinfo/Address:
Bonneville Speedway Rd, Wendover, Utah, 84083, United States
Bonneville Salt Flats International Speedway, near Wendover, Utah USA.


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The FBI has asked cyber security experts to consider a career as a special agent, in a recruitment drive designed to ensure the agency stays on top of evolving online threats.
In a lengthy release on Monday, the Feds stated that potential candidates must be between 23 ad 37-years-old, and will be required to pass a rigorous background check and fitness test.
Some of the preferred backgrounds noted include computer programming and security, database administration, malware analysis, digital forensics, and ethical hacking, according to a job posting issued recently which remains open until 20 January.
That reveals the salary cyber special agents can expect is anywhere from $59,340 to $76,568.
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Designer Lisa Shahno has come up with a completely cool collection called 'Squaring the Square'. It's like wearable origami. I like when fashion is surpasses texture and style and takes it beyond to the dimensional. Remind me to stick some hot pink spikes on the side of my head seeing it's now acceptable judging from these photos. So cooooool! However, the 'cousin it' hair ( or this scary chick) looks ominous. Maybe she's in the Witness Protection Program. Anyway, love love love this collection. Lisa's one to watch!
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In a lot of houses that we view here on homify, we discover that very little attention usually goes towards styling up a terrace. Sure, sometimes it has a potted plant with a sofa or two, and other times the homeowners (or designers) might even have treated it to an extra side table with a lamp – but how often do those terrace seem warm, charming and inviting?
Today's homify 360° is a rather refreshing change, for it treats us to not only a most marvellous house with some modern appeal, but also a striking terrace which puts a lot of others to shame.
How so? Because it was designed with both functionality and beauty in mind, and it's clear from its layout (and amenities) that it gets a lot of action from the homeowners and their socialising friends.
See for yourself…
At the front, we can see that the house presents a very closed look, although nobody can deny the striking combination of materials like wood, brick and concrete.
With a strong linear design, this front façade looks like a picture-perfect combination of various cubes and rectangles stacked on top of each other.
Kudos to the designers for including a bit of green softness via the plants and shrubs, which go a long way in freshening up the front entrance.
Need that expert interior (or exterior) look? Check out our range of professionals.
Simply amazing! This covered terrace flaunts quite the royal look thanks to its spaciousness and stunning materials.
See how it forms the perfect spot in-between the fresh outdoors on the left (where we can catch a glimpse of a wooden deck and a swimming pool) and the interiors on the right (which seems to be the kitchen and dining area).
The key factor that informs us this covered space is, in fact, part of the outside? Those humongous glass sliding doors which separate this space (although shaded by a delicious-looking wooden ceiling) from the indoor culinary zone.
As you've undoubtedly noticed, that stunning terrace is not just a simple empty space with a stone-clad floor; it presents quite the combination of touches to ensure it becomes a social hot-spot for this family home.
Case in point: this exterior kitchen with all the required amenities to ensure a good time, like a bar counter, stools, braai area, fridges and adequate countertop/storage space.
At a quick glance, it's almost as if we're seeing a stylish kitchen mirroring itself. Then, upon closer look, we can see it's the terrace (i.e. outside kitchen) right next to the indoor kitchen, with both spaces sharing a style and layout which is strikingly similar (even down to the remarkable tile patterns on the islands' front surfaces).
Another clever touch which further blurs the lines between this house's indoor- and outdoor socialising spots.
But what do the other sides of this exterior terrace and indoor kitchen look like?
The one enjoys an informal lounging area with a wall-mounted TV, while the other treats the inhabitants to a second informal lounging area without a television, yet which offers more seating opportunities.
Notice how the two spaces link up again with their nearly-identical looks in styles, colours, patterns, materials, etc.
Remember what we said earlier about the terrace leading to a pool outdoors? Indeed, from this point of view, we can get a beautiful glimpse of the wooden deck and cooling-off spot, as well as the yard's green lushness.
Perhaps the ideal spot for the kids to enjoy themselves while the adults get their chit-chat on inside?
Of course we just couldn't conclude this tour without checking out the pool – and what a view! Those tiled surfaces in a deep blue inject so much pattern and character into the space; a rather refreshing change from the usual pools which opt for a clean and subtle flooring surface.
A stylish and modern house which is ready for some high-class socialising, no doubt thanks to its glorious terrace!
Seeking some cooling-off inspiration? Check out these 8 pools that are perfect for South African homes.


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School safety officer fired for pointing fake gun at student
Regional News
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 10:28 AM EST
By The Associated Press, AP
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A school safety officer in Florida has been fired after authorities say he pointed a "realistic replica firearm" at a special needs student's head.
The Duval County School Board voted Tuesday to fire 31-year-old Joshua Gwynes for misconduct.
The Florida Times-Union reports the incident happened April 30 at Ribault High School in Jacksonville. District officials say the student was an 11th grader who suffered cognitive deficiencies. A notice sent by the board to Gwynes in late October said his conduct was "deemed unacceptable."
Gwynes has the opportunity to appeal the decision.
Information from: The (Jacksonville) Florida Times-Union, http://www.jacksonville.com


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Teaching English Overseas can either be an experience that you will never forget (in a good way); or it can be an experience that you will never forget, but in a bad way. There are two kinds of ESL (English Second Language) Teachers in Asia: THE GOOD ONES and THE BAD ONES.
The bad ESL teachers don't play any ESL Games; even though ESL Games are proven to motivate your students to try hard, and encourage them to learn.
The good ESL teachers play ESL games in every single class. They play fun, exciting and challenging ESL games in the class because they know that their students will be able to learn English at a much faster speed than students who don't use ESL games.
Here is one great ESL game that you can start to use in your next class:
This teaching game is called "TABOO." TABOO is a fun game that helps teach new vocabulary and it is a blast to play!
1. The teacher will divide the class into two equal teams. The n the teacher will then pick a number from one to ten. Whichever team guesses the correct number gets to choose if they would like to go first or last..
2. The teacher will pick one student from the team that will go first, and get them to come to the front of the classroom. The teacher will get this student to sit down on a chair with his/her back turned to the blackboard.
3. The teacher will then write the "WORD" which that student will have to say in order to get a point for his/her team.
For example: The teacher writes the word, "SPIDERMAN" on the board.
4. Next, the teacher will write 3 …


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DetailsThis hearty marinade adds natural mesquite wood flavour with a twist of lime to create a true Tex-Mex favourite. Excellent on chicken, beef, fish and vegetables. Also makes great Texas-style sizzling fajitas and Barbecued Baby Back Ribs. Usage Tips: For best results, pour marinade over meat, chicken, seafood or vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes - longer for fuller flavour. Grill, broil or bake. Brush on additional marinade during cooking for extra flavour. Discard excess used marinade; do not reuse. Weights listed are only approximate and may have a +/-10% variance (however, this usually means the item weighs a bit more than the listed weight). Please note that the pictures shown are for reference only and may not be an exact representation of the product. Currently, unless specified otherwise, all our meats, seafood and vegetable items come raw and frozen.
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Hard to believe another NFL season kicks off this weekend. . .
Just as the baseball teams of our youth tend to be the teams we follow the rest of our lives, I think we "adopt" a favorite team early on also.
Lamonica, Stabler, Plunkett, Biletnikoff, Marv Hubbard, Hewritt Dixon, Phil Villapiano, Ben Davidson, Willie Brown, Ray Guy, Pete Banazak, Cliff Branch, Dave Casper, John Madden. . .
He who won't be named here has really screwed 'em up since he decided to do the LA excursion.
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Banning the Children from the Temple
In Matthew 19:14, Jesus is quoted as saying, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
Maybe the elders of the LDS Church have never read these words. Or never taken them seriously. Yesterday they banned the children of same gender parents from receiving blessings or the priesthood. (OK , they actually only banned the sons of GLBT folks. Daughters of straight couples are also forbidden the priesthood.) Even adult children of gay parents cannot be baptized in the Mormon faith until and unless they renounce their GLBT parents.
News article:
Mormon Church makes same-sex couples apostates, excludes children from blessings and baptism
Don't get me wrong, I don't believe the LDS faith is the one true faith and I think never participating in it may in fact ultimately be healthier emotionally, psychologically and, most especially, spiritually, for the individuals involved. The church authorities could actually be doing these kids a favor in the long run.
For seven years I served as the minister of a Unitarian Universalist church in Utah. Almost half of my congregation was ex-Mormon. I know the pain that faith can cause. I know the havoc it can create in people's lives who don't fit the stereotype of the perfect Mormon, or who just can't help but question some of the beliefs. People can lose their jobs, their homes, and their families when they become apostates.
And there is so much good about the faith as well, which is why it can be so hard to leave it. This latest action will doubtless drive more people to leave the LDS church. They will be, as before, mainly the ones who really strive to follow the teachings of Jesus and finally realize that their church hierarchy either can't or won't do the same.
There is much grief in Mormonland today, tears, sorrow and pain. My heart breaks for those who are suffering.
"Let the children come." "Do not hinder them."
If you are still a member of the LDS faith, it may be past time to find another church, my friends. Unitarian Universalist congregations will welcome you in the fullness of who you are. Other faith traditions will as well.
Please know that you are worthy of love and respect. You are a precious child of God, blessed from the moment of your birth. The whole sacred world is your temple. You don't need theirs.