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- For other uses, see John (disambiguation).
John Elway was the star-quarterback for the Denver Broncos football team from 1984 to 1999. His first appearance was alongside the rest of the Denver Broncos in the Season One episode, "Cartman's Mom is a Dirty Slut".
A statue of John Elway stands in the park, as seen in "The Wacky Molestation Adventure". In the episode, when the parents have all been run out of town, the kids decide that John Elway is their "provider" and sacrifice each other in order to "please" it. In "City on the Edge of Forever (Flashbacks)", Cartman re-imagines the events of "Cartman's Mom is Still a Dirty Slut", with John Elway as his father, as opposed to his mother being his father. In "Butters' Very Own Episode", Butters was shown to be a John Elway fan. His retirement from football is mentioned by Jimbo in "Two Guys Naked in a Hot Tub".
In "Butters' Very Own Episode", he appeared in a photograph wearing the former Denver Broncos' uniform: a #7 orange football jersey and blue helmet with orange and white stripes near in its middle. In "The Wacky Molestation Adventure", a presumably stone statue or him appeared, once again in a Denver Broncos uniform. The statue looked as if it was preparing to throw a football.
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Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced a seat belt checkpoint is scheduled for Saturday, March 24 during the evening hours in the central area of Lafourche Parish. Deputies will be checking to make sure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained. Sheriff Webre reminds drivers that the use of seat belts is always important and can mean the difference between life and death in crashes.
Per Louisiana State law (R.S. 32:295.1), upon conviction of the first offense, the driver faces a $25.00 fine including court costs, and any subsequent conviction carries a $50.00 fine including court costs.
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ICONEEK is very proud to introduce a very fine and an extremely rare stainless steel flyback chronograph wristwatch: the Autavia 45, REF. 3646 H « Mario Andretti ». The present watch is a ref. 3646 H, fitted with a 12-hour scale on the revolving black bezel.
The model was also available under ref. 3646 T, with tachometer scale, and under ref . 3646 M, with 60 minutes scale.
Over times, vintage Autavia chronographs from the 1960s and 1970s are seeing unprecedented interest and demand from collectors, probably due to their advanced design and overall quality. The present watch is a great example of the aesthetic purity of the design. This third execution Autavia is also called the "Mario Andretti Autavia" as the legendary driver wore a similar reference 3646 while racing in the 1960s. These early Autavias are highly sough after by collectors worldwide, especially when the model is associated with a car racer, such as this watch, The Steve MacQueen or the Jo Siffert, for examples. The present watch has never suffered from an heavy polishing, the beveled lugs and case, that are particularly sensitive to polishing, are still intact, as well as all the engravings on the case back. The case number « 84500 » is deeply engraved between the lugs.
The 38.80 mm, water-resistant to 330ft, large, circular polished stainless steel case comes with a bidirectionnal rotating black bezel calibrated to a maximum of 12 hour. The screwed case back engraved is still clearly engraved « Heuer Autavia » in its center and engraved on its edges. The inside case back is engraved « Heuer Leonidas SA Stainless steel Swiss ». The 6.70 mm winding crown bears the Heuer logo. The band is set with two round chronograph pushers, 4.40 mm diameter. The size between the lugs is 19 mm.
Under the hesalite glass, we find a superb and attractive, third execution, low reflection, matte black dial, with painted white 1/5th second division, applied steel baton indexes with luminous accents, luminous hour and minute hands, central white chronograph hand, two subsidiary guilloche silvered dials for the constant second at 9 and the 45-minute register at 3.
Under the screwed case back, the watch is powered by a Valjoux 92, mechanical movement, manual winding, 17 jewels, monometallic balance, self-compensating blued steel flat hairspring, shock-absorbers, column wheel chronograph. The chronograph bridge is signed « Heuer Leonidas SA, Swiss ». Dial, case and movement are signed.
With collector interest in Heuer's early sport wristwatches rising, the present early flyback chronograph offers collectors a rare opportunity to buy an attractive « Andretti Autavia ».
Condition: 8.5/10, fresh to the market, first owner, good and original overall condition, some signs of wear in places, mainly on the bezel, in working condition.
Brand: Heuer
Model: Autavia 45 « Mario Andretti »
Year : circa 1965
Reference: 3646 T
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Case no.: 84500
Material: stainless steel
Functions: chronograph
Dial: two-tone, matte black with
Movement: cal. Valjoux 92, mechanical, manual winding, 17 jewels
Water-resistant: yes, originally
Diam: 38.80 mm. Thickness 13.10 mm.
Bracelet: leather strap
Accessories: -
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Software developer interested in solving complex problems with simple solutions, scalable & distributed systems, event sourcing & CQRS, software architecture in general, fast & big data architectures, microservice architectures, self contained systems. Currently working a lot with Akka and Scala.
While distributed systems help to solve some problems like availability, a new set of problems arise. For example how do we scale the cluster up or down? What happens if the network is at least partially not available? Akka provides a comprehensive set of cluster features that enable developers to monitor and manage the cluster manually or in most cases even automatically.
In this talk I will introduce some of these features and explain what you need to be aware of. You will learn how to start a cluster correctly and add / (gracefully) remove nodes to / from a running cluster. Additionally I will show how to handle failure scenarios like network partitions by using an existing or implementing a custom split brain resolver.


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During Csk's practice match at Chepauk two fans breached the security norms onto the Feroz Shah Kotla field to touch MS Dhoni's feet. This has happened for the second time to the former Indian captain. He experienced it the first time during the ODI series between India and Australia.
The recent incident happened when Dwayne Bravo hit the the winning runs to beat the Delhi Capitals with a whopping six wickets. This led Csk to occupy the top position on the table with back-to-back wins. Dhoni remained unbeaten at a score of 32 runs.
After the match MS Dhoni appreciated the bowlers by saying that they had it easy because of the bowlers who restricted the team to a total of 150 runs, although they had a rough start but they managed to take charge later.


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Congratulations to Kathy Niakan '96, CWA Alum of the Year! This award is presented to a graduate of Charles Wright Academy and recognizes the individual's accomplishments and/or service to community. Read our profile of Kathy from the winter 2016 issue of Ties below; click here for our full Q&A with her.
Dr. Kathy Niakan '96 is fascinated by fertilization. Studying how human embryonic cells progress in their earliest stages, Kathy explores the process by which cells specialize to make up any number of anatomical structures necessary for healthy development. She does this in hopes of better understanding how birth defects, miscarriages, and even diseases arise so as to eventually decrease their occurrence and, in turn, increase healthy and happy outcomes.
"I'm really interested in understanding the factors human embryos need to develop successfully," Kathy says. "Our work is all about what controls this first essential specialization process in humans. For instance, how do some cells get set aside to make a baby while others are destined to make the placenta?"
A group leader at the Francis Crick Institute in London, Kathy's work made international headlines in January—including in the BBC, Science magazine, and the Guardian, among other publications—thanks to her team's latest achievements in the advancement of gene editing, a process that disables certain genes from developing in early embryos. Using state-of-the-art approaches to understand the way genetic material is expressed differently in one cell type versus another, Kathy and her team of researchers pay particular attention to transcription factors, which are "special proteins that are involved in the process of expressing information encoded in the DNA." In the earliest stages of development, cells "exist in a unique state where they can become any of the cell types that make up the human body—this property is known as 'pluripotency,'" Kathy says. "We are very interested in what factors the pluripotent cells need to multiply in the laboratory as stem cells."
Kathy's inquisitiveness and drive were evident even during her time at CWA. "I can picture Kathy, bright eyed and determined—she was one of those students that seemed to be on a mission just for the mission's sake," says Upper School science teacher David Kangas. "I love to see such a kind-hearted soul doing such important work in the sciences." After graduating from CWA, Kathy moved on to the University of Washington, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in cell and molecular biology as well as a Bachelor of Arts in English literature. ("Steve Matson was an extremely dedicated teacher, and I continue to use the journalism skills he taught," she recalls of her Upper School days and her varied academic interests. "He instilled a love of reading and had us memorize Chaucer's Canterbury Tales in Middle English, which my brother Cyrus '97 and I still recite for a laugh—we're such nerds!")
While at UW, Kathy "identified the gene responsible for an inherited blood disorder," she describes. "I was thrilled by the possibility that by understanding what is causing a disease it may lead to new approaches for treatment." She then went on to earn a Ph.D. in human genetics from UCLA before working as a fellow at both Harvard and Cambridge. Now conducting groundbreaking research at Crick, Kathy hopes that her work will eventually lead to treatments for debilitating or fatal diseases. While the subject of stem cells has been complicated and contentious, "studying stem cells helps us understand how embryo cells become more specialized, which provides insight into the causes of miscarriage or birth defects," she explains. "As stem cells and other quick-growing cells are similar, studying these cells could also tell us lots about what regulates the growth of cancers. Ultimately, we think these pluripotent stem cells could be used to generate tissues to treat diseases such as Parkinson's or diabetes, or to discover and test new drugs. The stage of embryo development that we study has tremendous benefits for stem cell research, which will have much broader benefits in many different fields of medicine."
Kathy's career within several of the most prestigious academic institutions has allowed her to channel her curiosity and hone her work ethic. She advises young Tarriers who want to go into the field of scientific research "to keep on going and not give up; you need to have a fighting spirit. Many times you'll face results that are confusing, and you may feel that you've failed; but if you're passionate about your research then you'll work through those challenges and keep seeking answers. In hindsight, often these seeming failures are not as big of a deal as they seem, and in some cases they even lead you to serendipitous discoveries. The continual striving for answers and passion for your work are attributes you see in many successful scientists. A great thing about science is that there are diverse ways to approach it and be creative. It's a very refreshing and fabulous work environment—I recommend it." //
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We have seen movies about kings and queens and we have read books about royalties. We were so amazed by the great power that these people enjoyed and most of us may have dreamt of becoming a king or a queen someday. Their status, as we know it, are always coupled with power, with greatness, with respect and a lot of wealth under their feet. In addition to all these, they possess vast lands for their kingdom and a lot of people as their subjects.
A king is always seen with a royal crown on his head. Usually this crown is made of gold and fine rare pearls of high value. The crown is a symbol of royalty and power. But I think it also symbolize the kind of kingship that the king wants to show to his people. I mean, a king who is obsessed with riches may show his preference on the kind of crown that he wears on his head. A king who is centered on his security and safety may wear a bullet-proof headgear instead of a crown.
Kings, of course, cannot be a king if they don't possess in them large amount of power. It is their power which compels their subjects to obey without complaints or anything at all. It is their power which demands respect for them even from other peoples and nations. It is their power which propagates them on their thrones. A powerless king is no king at all and he will be mocked by people far and wide.
Jesus Christ is king, not only of a territory, but He is king of the universe. All other kings of this earth are subject to Him. This is the reason why, during His time here on earth, kings like Herod, would want Him dead right after He was born.
He is king, but His kingdom is not of this world. He is king, but the power of His kingship resides not on how the world understands power but on the power of love. He is king, but His crown is the crown of thorns symbolizing the sins of all humanity. That crown of thorns on His head was His priority, and for that, He gave up his life on the cross. He died for our sins so that He may be able to save us all. His kingship is always anchored on the salvation of everyone and freedom from sinfulness.
The kings in our world would always demand that their needs are met. They would demand respect and that they would always be given their due. However, Jesus as our King, is not a demanding king but one who is ready to give and He has given His very life on the cross all for our sake.
Now, for our part, are we really accepting our Lord Jesus as our King? Maybe we are accepting Him as king but only through the words of our mouth. What we ordinarily do in our lives and with our lives doesn't really show our acceptance of Him as king of our lives. To make Him as the real king of our lives would always demand obedience from us. We must always obey the words and the will of our King. Obedience to the commandment to love is s must in the kingdom of Jesus, the King of the Universe!
Our obedience to Christ needs not to be complicated. We don't need to memorize all the book of Canon Law and follow it to the letter. We don't need to religiously follow everything that our church leaders would tell us to follow. We don't even need to know all the laws, the rules and regulations pertaining to our religious belief in order to obey Him as king. What we only need to follow is the one and only commandment to love… but to love others in the very same measure that Christ has loved us all.
Is it not easy to fall in love? Dealing with others under the banner of love is not hard and it's not even a task or a job for us to fulfill. It won't be so hard because everything that we will do will now become a labor of love and we can do things so easily if we will do them because of love. This is the power of God, the power of God's love for all of us.
Love liberates us from our sinfulness and to obey this commandment of love would mean that we are taking off slowly the crown of thorns from the wounded head of our Lord. If that crown of thorns symbolizes our sins, then, obedience to the commandment to love is the only way for us to avoid sin and it is our taking off that thorny crown from our King.


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Medical assistants must take continuing education courses in order to maintain their credentials. Some of the requirements for recertification can be met through maintaining employment in the field and participation in a recognized organization related to their field of work.
Essential Information
The certification for Registered Medical Assistants (RMA) is only valid for three years. During that time, professionals are expected to complete 30 continuing-education credits. At the end of the year, the AMT may perform a random audit in which professionals must show documentation for their continuing education requirement.
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|Continued employment as a medical assistant
|Projected Job Growth (2018-2028)*
|23% (all medical assistants)
|Median Salary (2018)*
|$33,610 (all medical assistants)
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Professional Education
Professional education, like home study, online classes, conferences and seminars, may satisfy the requirement as long as there is proof of attendance. For instance, AMT has modules that one can purchase and fill out. Anywhere from 8-25 continuing education credits may be awarded for the completion of the module.
Formal Education
Formal education, like taking classes at a university in a related field, will also satisfy the requirements. Classes in biology, microbiology and anatomy may be taken by the individual to reach their continuing education requirements. Each credit hour completed at the university level counts for five continuing education credits.
Continued Employment, Organizational Participation, Instructional Presentations
Up to ten points each year may be awarded for continued employment. This must be validated by the employer. Up to seven points may be awarded each year for organizational participation, which must be verified by the organization. Seven points may be awarded for an individual who has given an instructional presentation relating to his or her field. Supporting evidence and documentation of the planned presentation is needed.
Continuing Education for the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
For the AAMA, professionals must satisfy 60 continuing education requirement points within a 60-month cycle. Ten must be administrative, ten must be clinical, ten may be general, while the remaining 30 may be satisfied in any combination of the previous categories. A transcript of the completed continuing education points is required for re-certification.
Local Workshops
Local chapters of the AAMA also hold workshops that satisfy continuing education points. Non-AAMA programs may also satisfy continuing education points, but it is up the individual to decide whether the topic is relevant while also providing documentation like a flyer or syllabus that describes the topic.
Non-Approved AAMA
Local workshops, seminars, special events and classes may award points for continuing education. One college credit hour does translate to 15 continuing education points. While 30 of these points may be earned at non-approved AAMA locations, it is up to the individual to make sure that what they are attending is relevant and will be approved for the continuing education points. It is best to keep documentation like a syllabus or flyer just in case.
Career Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that medical assistant jobs were predicted to increase 23% from 2018-2028 due in part to a larger incoming elderly population. These professionals earned a median annual salary of $33,610 in May 2018, noted the BLS.
Registered medical assistants must renew their certification every three years and fulfill continuing education requirements. They can opt to take college courses as part of these requirements, attend workshops, or take other courses recognized by the AAMA.


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A PETITION has been launched to "save" Scotland's national soft drink as it faces the biggest recipe change for 116 years.
The iconic nuclear-orange soft drink is to have its sugar content cut by 50% in January next year.
However, devoted fans of A.G Barr's famous drink have launched a petition to stop the change taking place.
The appeal to save the drink has attracted nearly 2,500 signatures in less than three weeks after it was posted online.
The petition comes just weeks ahead of plans to halve the sugary content in the drink and replaced with mix of low calorie sweeteners including aspartame.
It is set to be the biggest change to the drink's secret recipe which is kept under lock and key and known to only three people.
The recipe change comes as food and drink manufacturers across the UK are altering their products to meet the government's target of a 20% sugar reduction by 2020.
The petition on change.org, started by Ryan Allen, reads: "Hands off our Irn-Bru. Please don't change the recipe by cutting sugar for sweeteners.
"Barr have announced that from January 2018 they intend to cut 50% of sugar from Irn-Bru in favour of sweetener aspartame.
"I understand that soft drink manufacturers are coming under mounting pressure from government to lower the sugar content of their drinks and that they intend on introducing a 'sugar tax' that would apply to the sales of sugary drinks similar to the way cigarettes and alcohol are taxed.
"I would far rather pay more for a bottle than have an altered recipe version.
It continues: "Although we are being made more aware of the health effects of too much sugar in our diet it also has to be said that aspartame has often been the subject of studies and intense debate and is believed, by some researchers and activists, to have links to a multitude of ailments including cancer, seizures, headaches, depression, ADHD, weight gain and birth defects.
"I believe that a responsible adult should have the choice as to what poisons they want to put in their body and i think that Irn-Bru should continue to sell its original full sugar recipe even if that is at a price increase, or risk sales plummeting like they have with Lucozade since they cut sugar.
"IRN BRU is such a distinct flavour no other brand who try imitate it get it right, and if Barr follow suit of the likes of Lucozade, Dr Pepper, Sprite etc I think its iconic flavour will be affected.
"It is a national treasure in Scotland and really is part of our culture with its unique taste, branding and marketing.
"It's also well known to alleviate the effects of a hangover and is many a persons craving, savior or go to drink after a night on the tiles I think to deny people in that condition their crutch would be a crime.
"Don't do it Barr please have a rethink on this. Hands off our Bru."
Since being launched less than three weeks ago, the appeal has attracted 2,474 or the 2,500 signatures needed to send off a letter to the drink's manufacturer A.G Barr.
Irn-Bru fans from around the world have signed the petition with signatures from fans in Canada, Netherlands, the USA and England.
Hundreds of the Irn Bru fans left comments behind on the page.
Mairi Macphail wrote: "I dont want the flavour of irn bru to be ruined. Keep the original or die a copy. Everybody loves uniquness coming from a true Scot here."
Cheraine Folger said: "Please Barr don't cut the sugar out, I would pay extra if u keep it the way it has always been, best drink ever"
Iain Gardner commented: "I've been drinking Irn-Bru since I was a child, even over here in Canada , but I don't drink anything with aspartame in it because of health concerns and taste."
Sarah Christy responded: "Irn Bru is an institution don't change it."
According to A.G Barr's website the sugar content per 100ml will reduce from 10.3g to 4.7g and will be replaced by a mixture sweeteners including aspartame.
The controversial sweetner has been the subject of scare stories since being approved for used in Europe in the 1980s.
Up to 200 times sweeter than sugar, aspartame is used all over the world as a sugar substitute in thousands of foods and drinks, including cereals, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie (diet) soft drinks and table-top sweeteners.
According to the NHS, in 2013 the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) conducted an investigation into the sweetner and concluded that aspartame was safe for human consumption, including pregnant women and children.
A spokesman from IRN-BRU said: "From early January 2018 IRN-BRU will still have its unique great taste but with less sugar. IRN-BRU will remain a sugary drink, we are simply reducing the sugar level.
"There's no change to the IRN-BRU essence, which is still made to our secret recipe, and we've achieved a really great tasting match with less sugar. We love how passionate our drinkers are but this decision was in response to the majority of our consumers wanting less sugar."


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3rd Party Marketplace partners:
Here is a list of extraordinary artists featured on our Marketplace! If you purchase anything from them on our store here, 80% of all revenues are directly going to those artists to support them. The remaining 20% is turned towards keeping and expanding our marketplace, convering transaction and accounting costs involved, and server upkeep. If you would like to reach out to them directly, or check out their Patreons to support them on a subscription, here are some links ( in the order they joined the Marketplace) :
- Maphammer
- Mike from Maphammer makes gorgeous artisan still maps, with incredible detail and very high resolution
- The Adventurers Collection
- Alec Shea composes high quality multi-layered music tracks to enhance your adventures
- Dynamic Dungeons
- Tamas creates beautyful dynamic battlemaps to bring those encounters to life
- Living Dungeons and Maps
- Alexander creates living and moving video maps, with beautiful eerie nordic atmospheres, thats LDAM for you!
- Loresmyth
- Chris makes artisan modular tilesets, to make huge and gorgeous dungeons/adventure paths in minutes, Loresmyth creates one-of-a-kind art to build your maps.
- Galefire
- Michael crafts isometric building assets, fully coloured with stunning art-style and jaw-dropping character work with digital tokens
- Joel Steudler music
- Joel composes beautyful and professional multi-layered soundtracks for any adventures
Community members
Here at Arkenforge we are extremely proud of our wonderful community, a lot of you have contributed fantastic ideas/art/help to our cause.
Hereare some links to some of our friends:
- Knights of the Smith Dinner Table Youtube channel
- James Smith is an abolute power-user on our platform, knows all the nuts and bolts of the software and constantly helps the community with advice and tutorial videos
- Passive Perception shop
- James Pulling aims to create awesome products for Dungeons and Dragons and other Role Playing Games
- Digital Gaming Tables
- Dackota Johnson crafts digital gaming tables in the US


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Grammy Awards After-Party Pics: Taylor Swift, Zendaya & More
The Feb. 15 Grammy Awards were so much fun, but the after-parties were even better! Stars like Zendaya, Taylor Swift, and more celebrated their big wins by attending some of the wildest bashes of the night. See all the pics here!
Following the Feb. 15 Grammy Awards, our favorite stars like Taylor Swift, Zendaya, Kourtney Kardashian and more partied like it was 1999! They changed out of their awards show attire, slipped into sexy new outfits, and celebrated their big wins at some of the most epic soirees. See the photos here!
Oh, what a night! Taylor looked beyond incredible for the night out at Hyde in a white crop top and skirt with gold embroidery, with her hair still styled into a short bob. She was joined by fellow squad members Selena, Camila Cabello and Lorde for party-time, and she, of course, met up with her boyfriend, Calvin Harris, too. SO fab! .
Meanwhile, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian had a sisters' night out while attending Justin Bieber's after-party. Kourt looked beyond fabulous in a plunging lace jumpsuit, while Khloe wowed in a black dress with cut-outs. Back over at Hyde nightclub, Bella Hadid and The Weeknd coupled up and looked so cute together! And, speaking of couples, can we talk about Zendaya and Odell Beckham Jr.? The duo totally shocked everyone by making their debut on the red carpet before we even knew they were dating — so sweet!
Click through the gallery above to see who else came out for the after-parties…there was certainly a good time to be had. All we can say is, it was a pretty epic night with a ton of memorable moments, and the after-parties were the icing on the cake!
What do YOU think, HollywoodLifers? Are you jealous of all the fun celebs had after the Grammys? Tell us below!


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Handmade Sterling Silver Black Onyx Earrings Collection
So as you may have read recently, I am going through a black gemstone phase, which is quite unusual, as I am not normally a fan of the colour black.
I had seen these some absolutely stunning Black Onyx gemstones, in one of my suppliers Instagram feed.
At the time I did not think anything of them, and it was onlylast month when I saw them again, I thought how sleek and sexy they were, that they would make some fabulous earrings and pendants.
Unfortunately they had sold out, as they were really unusual, but I my supplier had some teardrop black onyx beads, which I thought I could still make some gorgeous dangle earrings with
Black Onyx is predominately a protection gemstone, that is said to be able to absorb and transform negative energy, defending the wearer against any negativity directed at them, as well as assisting in banishing negative people from one's life, and preventing the loss of personal energy.
I have made seven pairs of earring with these gemstones, and paired them with quartz and amethyst, to gie them a different interest and edge to the design, here are my favourite 4:
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The whole black Onyx earring collection will be added to the website on Friday the 10th May 2019, but if you wish to enquire about any of them before then contact me
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Just passing through
The Benarty hills were covered with snow,
the sky was blue and the air crisp and clean,
No green sulphur fug, choking the life out of the inhabitants,
No men gathering at the shops
spitting their lungs onto the pavement.
No glowing bings sliding down to the roadside.
Only the older folks can remember.
A life filled with friends and family.
The legacy of good feelings,
happy memories, music, stories and the drollest of humour,
so wry, that few could understand,
but laughed along with sparkling eyes
and wheezing good nature anyway.
Copyright © J.M Brown 2018
Born in Glencraig Fife at the end of the 2nd World War, After many years of drifting and working, James returned to Scotland. Once retired he began to write things. Some have been published as poems and articles and with the help of Citadel playwrights performed on stage by professionals. Still married with three children and four grandchildren.


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By Elizabeth Manneh, The Family Handyman
Backyard Bird House
Encourage your kids to look after wildlife by building this modern birdhouse. Costing less than $20, this contemporary, minimalist house can be made in a couple of hours (there's a full cutting list and instructions, and even a video to help you). And don't be put off by the tricky-looking angles. Everything is clearly explained so you'll have your smart birdhouse completed in no time.
Cedar and Copper Trellis
Kids love to grow plants, so why not build this beautiful cedar and copper trellis to support growing climbers. The cedar is rot-resistant, and the copper wire scrollwork will weather to make the trellis even more attractive. This structure works well in a flower border, but can also be used in a container to grow clematis, vines or climbing roses – or have the kids plant sweet peas for delicate beauty and fragrance.The copper wire will cost around $100, but you can reduce the price considerably by only putting on the outward-facing side.
Wooden Planter Box
One of the quickest and simplest DIY projects to tackle, this handy wooden planter box only takes an hour to construct and utilizes very simple tools. Even young kids will love to build and plant in it. The instructions include tips and tricks such as how to use a template to size the holes and how to use a bucket to make rounded corners. When the planter is finished, paint or stain it to your liking and attach it to a wall or fence.
Stone-Top Patio Table
If you're looking for quick yet elegant and inexpensive DIY projects, this stone-top patio table definitely fits the bill. You only need basic tools for this table, together with a drill and caulk gun, and older kids could easily complete most of the construction with a little supervision. Opt for pressure-treated wood to make the table rot-resistant, and let your young co-builder choose the tile for the top.
Tiered Plant Stand
Have your kids grow their own herbs using this simple tiered stand and they'll want to be cooking as well as doing DIY projects. This clever multi-level stand is simpler to make then it looks, using 1x2 cedar strips and galvanized nails to resist rust. A miter saw will make cutting easier, but kids could do the construction themselves, if you keep a watchful eye. Apply stain or a clear preservative to the stand, let it dry and then add plants!
Mud-Busting Boot Scrape
Once you're done in the backyard or garden, you don't want to track muddy footprints through the house, so work with your kids to create this superb mud-busting boot scrape and keep it outside the back door. The baseboard brush and side brushes make short work of removing mud or snow, allowing you to clean your boots hands-free. Easily built from scraps of 2x4, you can make this boot scrape in less than two hours.
Self-Watering Planter
This self-watering planter not only cuts down on the time you need to spend watering but comes into its own if you're away from home. This more advanced project could be handled by older kids, or let younger ones help with the simpler elements.The planter is built from cedar and lined with heavy-duty pond liner for water retention. Perforated drainpipe aids water distribution. This planter is also perfect for kids who want to grow herbs, veggies or flowers.This planter is heavy, so place it where you want it before filling it.
Adirondack Chairs
DIY projects for building Adirondack chairs can sometimes be complicated, but this chair is assuredly not difficult. You do need a table saw and a jigsaw, but it would be easy for adults or teens to do the cutting and let younger kids do the assembling. The chair can be made from hardwood (aspen, maple or oak) or softwood, such as pine, cedar or cypress. Adirondack chairs are traditionally painted, but they also look great with a natural finish.
Adirondack Folding Table
Once you've built an Adirondack chair (or several!), what could be better than to have the kids build this matching Adirondack folding table? DIY projects don't come much simpler than this, because you only need basic tools and the table can be built in just a morning, leaving the afternoon for sipping drinks and nibbling snacks using the table! This project has full instructions and also a handy cutting list so you know exactly what you need before you start.
Pint-Sized Water Garden
Building a traditional garden pond is a major project, and not really suitable for kids, but this little water garden is not only pretty but simple to put together as well. This project involves constructing two levels within a suitably sized container and uses kitty litter and pea gravel as base layers. Add a water pump and you're good to go. A solar pump will even rule out the need for a cord and you can personalize your pond with stones and small statues.


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No sanctuary for pedophile priests; give Texas victims more time to sue [Editorial]
An international search for a Dallas priest accused of molesting three teenage boys is a stark reminder that Texas should be as concerned as other states about the child sexual abuse allegations that have shaken faith in the Catholic Church.
Father Edmundo Paredes, pastor for 27 years of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, was reported missing Sunday and suspected of fleeing to the Philippines, his native country. The Diocese of Dallas reportedly notified police in February that Paredes was suspected of abusing children, but did not let his parishioners know until Saturday.
Such delays have led to widespread condemnation of the Catholic Church's handling of child sexual abuse allegations. A Pennsylvania grand jury report last week documented abuse by 300 priests of more than 1,000 victims over a period of 70 years in that state. Most of the abusers were allowed to remain in the ministry as priests.
Pope Francis in a letter to Catholics expressed "shame" over the charges and vowed to punish priests guilty of crimes or covering them up: "We showed no care for the little ones; we abandoned them," Francis wrote.
But while the Vatican noted improvements in child protection since a wave of priest scandals were revealed in 2002, many believe it has not done enough.
The Church's past failures to defrock priests and turn them over to law enforcement have led to a campaign by the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests to get more states to lift their civil and criminal statutes of limitation to prosecute child sexual abuse cases. The research group Bishop Accountability wants the Vatican to release the names of all priests convicted under church law of abusing children.
There is no criminal statute of limitation for child sexual abuse in Texas, but victims are given only five years to file civil suits. With so many traumatized victims only now opening up about the abuse they experienced as children, it makes sense to remove the limit or expand it.
As an alternative, some states are considering opening a temporary "window" for sex abuse lawsuits to be filed. But the Catholic Church, Jewish and other religious groups, schools, and youth organizations such as the Boy Scouts fear the windows could ruin them financially.
Their fear isn't groundless. The Diocese of St. Cloud, Minn., filed for bankruptcy in February after 70 sex abuse suits were filed against it during a three-year window. But fault for that deluge of lawsuits lies with the diocese, which withheld the names of priests accused of crimes that allegedly occurred decades ago until 2014.
The truth needs to come out in Texas too.


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San Antonio Information, Texas Info, Sports, Local weather From KSAT.com,
CNN's enlargement past conventional information programming continues with news of a brand new weekend sports activities actions present, which is able to launch later this 12 months. four-time NBA MVP tells CNN sports activities could be simpler by bringing folks from completely different backgrounds collectively, because it did for him.
Judo World will cover essential occasions inside the Judo calendar, bringing viewers in-depth interviews with the largest names in the sport in addition to all of the motion from the World Judo Championships in Budapest, the Tokyo Grand Slam and the Paris Grand Slam in February 2018.
Zucker is a huge sports activities activities fan, and from the early days of the marketing campaign had spoken at editorial conferences about wanting to include elements of ESPN's programming into CNN's election protection. The idea that politics is sport is simple, and we understood that and approached it that method,†he instructed me.
As far as he is concerned, that's all that issues.
CNN announced proper now that Lara Baldesarra is changing into a member of the network's sports activities unit in Atlanta. Beginning in December, she's going to anchor World Sport, the flagship sports news program on CNN Worldwide, and contribute to sports-associated event safety across all CNN platforms.
In Clemson, South Carolina, the football recreation between the Tigers and Georgia Southern had been moved as much as noon ET on Saturday; it had been scheduled for 3:30 pm. Earlier this week, the buses usually used to maneuver Clemson's football group have been seen used instead for evacuees.
The sport has been rescheduled for Tuesday at 9 pm ET.
Hosted by Rhiannon Jones, the first half-hour specific of Judo World airs on CNN International on eighth September and will current all the simplest of the movement from the 2017 World Judo Championships in Budapest, Hungary. The programme additionally appears to be like again on the historical previous of the occasion, which began in 1956, and sits down with a modern-day star of the sport, French judoka and eight-time-world champion, Teddy Riner. Alongside the aggressive aspect to the game, CNN will spotlight worldwide initiatives the place Judo is utilized in neighborhood work to promote peace and anti-violence.
The three-time NBA champion said his introduction to sports actions as a youngster gave him his first different to work together with of us from completely different backgrounds and totally different races. In his case, and within the case of many others, sports activities actions was a unifying energy.
CNN's enlargement previous traditional data programming continues with data of a brand new weekend sports present, which may launch later this year. 4-time NBA MVP tells CNN sports activities could also be more practical by bringing individuals from completely totally different backgrounds collectively, as a result of it did for him.


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The Cannons went 3-0 in pool play and lost a tough game against the Colorado Cyclones in the Championship Game late Thursday night.
Wellington Heat win game 1 of championship week. Steve Pastora goes 8 innings only allowing one hit. The Heat take on Jayhawk League Hays Larks Sunday, August 5th in primetime. 7:00pm


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Você pode ouvir todas as músicas, tocando ou clicando em cada nome da lista. Para isso, basta estar conectado à internet, rede de dados ou Wi-Fi.
The Warranty Period is the time you have to request the total refund of what you paid in your order, if you are not satisfied. As soon as it is requested, your refund is processed automatically by the platform in up to 10 days. For payments via bank payment slip, it is necessary to provide bank account information for the refund to be made. After the information has been provided and the processing period of 10 days, the amount will be credited in your account in up to 7 business days. As for the reimbursement in your credit card statement, it varies according to the payment method, and may take from 30 to 60 days.
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Lil Wayne Pours Champagne On His Phone In New Samsung Ad
March 12, 2016 4:29 pm
Lil Wayne gleefully pours champagne on his Galaxy S7 in a new Samsung commercial.
At the beginning of the month, Lil Wayne starred, alongside many other celebrities, in an ad for the new Samsung Galaxy S7 that aired during the Academy Awards. The ad found the various celebs wondering why their phones can't perform certain functions, and Wayne asked the camera why his phone doesn't work when he pours champagne on it, before he turns to watch his smartphone frying in some expensive bubbly.
He'll no longer have to ask that question, as in Samsung's new ad, Wayne has got his hands on a Galaxy S7 that remains unaffected when immersed in champagne. He even drops the phone in his fish tank to prove its amazing durability.
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What constitutes "fair compensation" is a hotly contested point. The District acts as if we're overpaid and greedy. They inject this propaganda into a largely unsympathetic public mindset via local media. The last time, this tactic was successful for them. Most of those whose valuable support management hopes to secure however, have not endured hours in the seat. They haven't been screamed at, spat upon, threatened at gunpoint, punched or stabbed. Their bodies have not been subjected to the repetitive motions which gradually wear us down. Numbers and innuendo are management's game. Yet upper management isn't as vital as we are in competent transit operations. We could still efficiently do the job without them; they could not do our duties and simultaneously manage themselves.
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Why is Stress Management Important?
Stress is a blend of everything overwhelming in your life. While stress may make you feel like you're slowly but surely spiraling out of control, you possess more control than you think. Stress management is not an overnight process, but gradually taking back control of your life is a good start.
Stress is your reaction to an excessive amount of pressure, grief, or a traumatic event. It occurs when the situation demands more than your ability to cope. Untreated stress descends into a chronic stress disorder and can seriously affect your mental and physical health.
Types of Stress
Stress can be categorized into two distinct types:
- Positive stress
- Negative stress
Positive Stress
Positive stress refers to the more productive effects of stress. Sometimes, stress spurs motivation and courage in a relatively lazy and demotivated person. This is considered positive stress. Positive stress arms you with the ability to deal with challenging situations.
Negative Stress
Negative stress is the type we usually hear people talk about. This is the type of stress that is destructive for human health. It can cause mild to severe headaches, digestive problems, skin complaints, and insomnia.
What is the Cause of Stress?
Ever wondered why people resort to different ways to manage stress? Why don't we all find similar ways to deal with stress? This is because stress and stress management is different for everyone. People have various stress triggers that may arise due to any of the following causes:
- A stressful job or being unhappy at work.
- Having more pressure in life than you have the resources to handle it.
- Poor time management, unrealistic expectations, and poor decision-making skills.
- Zero confidence or self-esteem.
- Harassment or discrimination at work, school, etc.
- The death of a loved one.
- Fear of unemployment and financial insecurity.
- Changes in personal life such as marriage, health issues, or divorce.
- Emotional insecurity and self-doubt.
- A traumatic event that had a huge impact on your life.
Why is Stress Management Important?
Constantly dealing with high levels of stress can weaken you physically and mentally. It hinders your ability to make decisions, makes you indulge in activities like emotional eating, disturbs your emotional balance, and robs you of all joy and contentment. It is important to recognize and categorize stress as a serious health issue and actively engage yourself in stress relief activities.
Stress management helps you gain back control of your life so you could lead a more productive and happier life. The ultimate goal is to find your balance in life. You must take out time for work, family, relaxation, and education. Trying to hold up unrealistic expectations will result in failed challenges. Eventually, you lose your confidence and self-esteem, and stress takes over.
This is why it is important to practice stress management. It will help you be realistic, bring out your creative side, and make you a genuinely happy person.
What are the 5 Stress Management Techniques?
Stress management is a continuous process, but one that shows immediate results. Here are five stress management tips to help you relieve stress and gain control of your life.
1. Take a Break
Here's a simple fact: like a well-oiled machine that runs without fail, humans are tough and resourceful, but machines break down and so do humans.
The fact of the matter is that we all need a break from the stressor. How we choose to relieve stress is subject to each individual and their stress trigger. While it may seem difficult to get away from a big project, a crying baby, or a stressful relationship, you must choose to take a step back. Give yourself some time to think, evolve, and look at things from a fresh perspective.
Avoiding stress will get you nowhere and will only make you feel more overwhelmed. But even if you regularly take 30 minutes out of your routine to simply take care of yourself and relax, you will notice a visible difference in your mental and physical health.
2. Exercise
Exercise benefits your minds as much as it benefits your body. If you are running short on time for an extensive work-out routine, a 20-minute walk, a short jog, a swim, or a dance session can have a positive effect on your mind and body for a long time.
3. Communicate and Express Your Feelings
People suffering from chronic stress disorder tend to bottle up their feelings. So, if something bothers you, communicate your feelings to your friends, family, or a therapist.
When you communicate your concerns, other people open up to you too, and you realize that you are not alone with your feelings. This prevents a build-up of resentment and anger towards yourself and the people around you. But it is better to not engage your family if they are the stress trigger. They may add to your stress and emotional trauma instead of helping to get rid of it.
4. Adapt to Change
Accepting change can be an influential factor in stress management. To manage negative stress, you need to change your attitude, thinking, and behavior towards changes in your life. You can start by accepting that certain things in your life will remain as they are and you are powerless against it.
It also helps to lower expectations from yourself and the people around you. Disappointment in yourself and in the people who you trust is one of the mitigating factors that cause stress and depression.
5. Meditate
Meditation helps your body relax and rebuilds your focus. It helps you view things from a different perspective, develop self-compassion, and practice forgiveness. Meditation helps you release the emotions and feelings that were causing your body stress. Similar to exercise, meditation gives immediate results.
How to Manage Stress at Work?
According to a survey, work-related problems are the most common cause of stress. Here are a few common causes of work stress:
- Losing your employment
- Overtime work
- The pressure to perform but no job satisfaction.
- Fear of complacency at work
- Procrastination at work leading to increased workload.
The best way to deal with stress at work is to pause and take a step back. Maybe the project you're working on is really important, but if you take at least a 30-minute break in the middle of a busy work routine, your stress levels will lower significantly.
If taking a breather doesn't work for you, maybe it's time you should speak to your supervisor about the workload.
Get to Work!
Stress can overpower your emotional strength and take over your life. But all is not lost! You can still take control of your life and plan strong measures to overcome it.
You can start by getting ample sleep at night. Once you've had a full night's sleep, you will feel more focused and ready for change.


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Thinking Nu will take us beyond the cycles that continue to hold our communities stagnant. Thinking Nu will get us moving again. We need to learn how to Think Nu.
Nu World Inc. is all about equal opportunity that allows us to move forward. Why should someone who is less fortunate than someone else not be allowed the same opportunities in making their lives better? Life should be affordable for all, but this requires a new way of thinking. We need to abolish the thought that people don't have the same opportunities - an underground though process that would lead to an incorporated mindset.
Nu World Underground began as a music label, started by Christopher McKinney, in order to reach out to the underprivileged and less fortunate through music. However, realizing what impact he could have by being able to spread the message of making life affordable for all, Nu World Underground birthed into full-fledged idea to support the community. This was the beginning of Nu World Inc.
Before GoPro Mechanics, as a mechanic working under another company, Christopher's steps in the Nu direction began when he met a young, single mother. She was struggling with making ends meet and had car issues that she was unable to afford. His company, at the time, would not service her because of that fact alone. Because of that, he left the company, provided her the car service she needed by going to her, instead of her coming to him, and soon enough, GoPro Mechanics was formed.
Since then, Christopher has been much more active in providing his services to others with the same philosophy in mind. Soon enough, he would join Asabi Media for marketing businesses through design, as well as The We.b.b. Association for entrepreneurship for the black community. This would lead to the Private Investment Club, Non-Profit, Real Estate, and Credit Repair. These are all opportunities that allow people to become financially set and stable in their lives, while also influencing others to do the same.
We Think Nu is not a slogan. It is a philosophy designed for communities to collectively think outside of the box in order to help everyone else. Life is hard enough as it is now and not everyone can afford the luxuries of life. So how do we resolve this? By making the opportunities happen one way or another - an underground though process leading to an incorporated mindset.
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Stop going to the shop when we can come to you. We provide customer service that will allow you to sit back and let a skilled technician do what other mechanics cannot and service you from your location.
Investing in the future. We assist in judging whether an investment could be a valuable component of your diversified portfolio, its own merits, and how it fits with the goals and risk tolerance.
Thinking Nu is a way to get people out of the box. We strive to Improve the well-being of people from all walks of life by focusing on education, health, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and mental strengthening.
Repairing your credit so you can invest in your future home. We have guides that will help you though every part of your real estate needs. With our process, it will be as simple as A-B-C, 1-2-3.
We are community-driven in promoting entrepreneurship to help stimulate growth and serve as a resource for black-owned businesses. We advocate for a stronger economy and healthier black businesses.


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Buy A Camano Island Home With This Advice.
Purchasing properties can be complicated and time consuming, but if you learn what to do, you can reap great rewards. If you have or plan to have a big family, your home should have plenty of space for everyone. You should have a safer home if the previous tenants had children.
Homes thаt need extensive repairs оr renovations аrе sold fоr cheaper thаn оthеr homes. Thіѕ саn bе a money-saver іn purchasing thе home, whіlе letting уоu decide hоw best tо upgrade уоur new home. A fеw updates аnd improvements соuld transform аn ugly facade іntо уоur dreams.
Evеn іf уоu currently dо nоt hаvе children, іf уоu аrе planning оn living іn thе home fоr аn extended period оf tіmе аnd thе possibility оf starting a family durіng thоѕе years саnnоt bе ruled оut, іt іѕ a good idea tо fіnd оut іf thе area schools аrе оf high quality.
Buyers fіnd уоur closing costs vіа adding уоur dоwn payment, real estate taxes, аnd аll real estate taxes аftеr thеу аrе prorated. In mаnу cases, closing costs hаvе extra items like improvement bonds, school taxes, improvement bonds аnd оthеr items specific tо thе area.
If уоu work tоgеthеr wіth thе seller, іt ѕhоuld bе fairly easy tо decide оn a final purchasing price thаt you're happy wіth.
Tаkе уоur tіmе tо carefully measure a home уоu thinking аbоut buying. Thе twо numbers ѕhоuld bе wіthіn 100 square feet оf еасh other; іf thеу dо nоt match, еіthеr rethink уоur purchase, оr fіnd оut thе reason.
When уоu buy a new house, whеthеr frоm a previous owner оr thе builder, gеt a warranty. Thе builder ѕhоuld stand bу hіѕ оr hеr workmanship fоr a minimum аmоunt оf tіmе.
Whеn looking fоr new real estate investments, уоu wіll want tо bе sure оf уоur goals. Determine early оn іf уоur goals аrе short оr lоng term. Don't invest іn аnу property thаt don't meet уоur long-term оr short-term goals. A lot оf investors don't dо thіѕ duе diligence аnd buy ѕоmеthіng thаt does nоt satisfy thеm оr еvеn lose money.
Look fоr уоur dreams. Investors dо nоt agree оn whеthеr thіѕ іѕ a good tіmе tо sell уоur home іn order tо upgrade, аlthоugh ѕоmе dо favor thе idea. Housing prices right nоw аrе lоw, ѕо finding уоur dream home аnd making аn offer уоu саn afford ѕhоuld bе dоnе аѕ soon аѕ уоu аrе able.
If уоur future rental property hаѕ a garden, make sure уоu ask уоur landlord аbоut іt. Sоmе rentals wіll hаvе thе tenant tо perform yard clean uр оr garden work. Othеr places ѕtіll wіll offer thіѕ service аѕ аn added monthly payments.
It саn tаkе ѕоmе tіmе tо fіnd thе perfect property thаt wіll help уоu аrе looking fоr.
Bеіng organized іѕ helpful whеn purchasing real estate muсh easier. Hаvе a specific notebook fоr recording information уоu learn аbоut real estate frоm various online аnd offline sources.
Evеn іf уоur bank doesn't require a home inspection, іt іѕ recommended thаt уоu gеt оnе anyways. A trained professional inspector wіll bе able tо detect issues wіth thе property thаt mіght hаvе оthеrwіѕе bееn overlooked.
If you're interested іn investing іn real estate, enlist thе services оf a broker оr real estate agent. Thеѕе people wіll hаvе access tо inside knowledge аnd tools nоt bе directly available tо thе general public. Mаnу brokers wіll uѕе special software thаt makes sorting thrоugh thе MLS аnd mоrе efficient.
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The following are the nominees for the 2014 Academy Awards (the ones I care about) announced by Cheryl Boone Isaacs, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, on Thursday. For some strange reason, she was joined by "Hunger Games" actor Chris Hemsworth. Weird. I wonder who he had to screw to get that spot... Anyway, The Academy Awards will air live on ABC on March 2, starting at 7 p.m. ET. Share your picks in the comments.
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Last night, I was watching documentaries on Netflix with my boyfriend Corey. One of them was called "Park Avenue: Money, Power, and the American Dream," which features clips of Ayn Rand speaking about her vision of Laissez Faire Capitalism. This brought me into research mode, wanting to find out a little more about the Ayn Rand Institute. I have loved Ayn Rand and "Atlas Shrugged" for years, but I never knew that ARI was a political powerhouse. On my quest, I came across an article George Saunders had written for the New Yorker called "I Was Ayn Rand's Lover."
I had known about Ayn Rand's affair with Nathaniel Branden from reading her many biographies, in particular "The Passion of Ayn Rand." It creeped me out quite a bit back then, but now to see that she prowled on more than one innocent young man left me with a sour taste. If you know Ayn Rand and her philosophy of Objectivism, you wouldn't be too surprised that Nathaniel Branden was a target on her radar. To hear Saunders recount his having essentially been "raped" by her was a little off-putting to say the least, but his developing jealousy over Ayn having set her eyes on a young Paul Ryan disturbed me. It wasn't his feelings of jealousy that disturbed me, rather her voracious appetite for bedding young men in late puberty is what was particularly disturbing.
So, we now know of three men in their late teens who were successfully pursued by Ayn Rand. There are probably plenty more, but my interest stops there. Seeing Paul Ryan run wild with Ayn's version of Laissez Faire Capitalism as it pertains to our present day economy was like being punched in the gut by Ayn Rand herself. All of her theories sound good as just that -- a theory, but when put into practice as Paul Ryan has done as a congressman, they are truly frightening. I don't know what plagues me more: the affairs with young boys, or being disillusioned by Paul Ryan's crazy plans for American prosperity.
To understand what I'm talking about, you'll have to do a little research. Most of it can be done by watching the "Park Avenue" documentary, reading "Atlas Shrugged," "The Passion of Ayn Rand" (also a film), and then reading George Saunder's New Yorker piece (which is very well-written, I might add). It amounts to a sick feeling in the pit of your stomach, I'll bet, because that's what I'm feeling right now. It can all be summed up in one word: UGH!
Watch the entire "Park Avenue" documentary:
Barbara Branden (Nathaniel Branden's wife) on The Passion of Ayn Rand:
Angelo Merendino Documents His Wife's Fight with Cancer
My Wife's Fight With Breast Cancer
by Angelo Merendino
The first time I saw Jennifer I knew. I knew she was the one. I knew, just like my dad when he sang to his sisters in the winter of 1951 after meeting my mom for the first time, "I found her."
A month later Jen got a job in Manhattan and left Cleveland. I would go to the city – to see my brother, but really wanting to see Jen. At every visit my heart would scream at my brain, "tell her!!" but I couldn't work up the courage to tell Jen that I couldn't live without her. My heart finally prevailed and, like a schoolboy, I told Jen "I have a crush on you." To the relief of my pounding heart, Jen's beautiful eyes lit up and she said "Me too!"
Six months later I packed up my belongings and flew to New York with an engagement ring burning a hole in my pocket. That night, at our favorite Italian restaurant, I got down on my knee and asked Jen to marry me. Less than a year later we were married in Central Park, surrounded by our family and friends. Later that night, we danced our first dance as husband and wife, serenaded by my dad and his accordion – ♫ "I'm in the mood for love…"♫
Five months later Jen was diagnosed with breast cancer. I remember the exact moment…Jen's voice and the numb feeling that enveloped me. That feeling has never left. I'll also never forget how we looked into each other's eyes and held each other's hands. "We are together, we'll be ok."
With each challenge we grew closer. Words became less important. One night Jen had just been admitted to the hospital, her pain was out of control. She grabbed my arm, her eyes watering, "You have to look in my eyes, that's the only way I can handle this pain." We loved each other with every bit of our souls.
Jen taught me to love, to listen, to give and to believe in others and myself. I've never been as happy as I was during this time.
Throughout our battle we were fortunate to have a strong support group but we still struggled to get people to understand our day-to-day life and the difficulties we faced. Jen was in chronic pain from the side effects of nearly 4 years of treatment and medications. At 39 Jen began to use a walker and was exhausted from being constantly aware of every bump and bruise. Hospital stays of 10-plus days were not uncommon. Frequent doctor visits led to battles with insurance companies. Fear, anxiety and worries were constant.
Sadly, most people do not want to hear these realities and at certain points we felt our support fading away. Other cancer survivors share this loss. People assume that treatment makes you better, that things become OK, that life goes back to "normal." However, there is no normal in cancer-land. Cancer survivors have to define a new sense of normal, often daily. And how can others understand what we had to live with everyday?
My photographs show this daily life. They humanize the face of cancer, on the face of my wife. They show the challenge, difficulty, fear, sadness and loneliness that we faced, that Jennifer faced, as she battled this disease. Most important of all, they show our Love. These photographs do not define us, but they are us.
Cancer is in the news daily, and maybe, through these photographs, the next time a cancer patient is asked how he or she is doing, along with listening, the answer will be met with more knowledge, empathy, deeper understanding, sincere caring and heartfelt concern.
"Love every morsel of the people in your life." – Jennifer Merendino
Published on Mar 30, 2013
The thing Jen loved the most about my camera was when I would hold it at arm's length and make a photo of the two of us. This video is a collection of some of these photographs. Since Jen passed passed from breast cancer, in December of 2011, I have looked at these photographs a countless amount of times. I still struggle to believe that Jen is not here with me. A few years ago I was the drummer in a band called Jonka, a group started by husband and wife duo Jon and Annika. Of all the bands I played in this was Jen's favorite, she loved Jon's quirkiness and Annika's beautiful voice. Aside from the catchy 80's pop hooks and dance beats, Jonka's lyrics make me think. The song in this video, Ever After, could easily have been written for Jen and me and it has become my anthem over the last few months.
Alonzo Clemons was born with many gifts, but society only saw his shortcomings. Mr. Clemons was institutionalized and deemed "bad" or "evil" by people who didn't even know him. This video shows a gifted artist who admits he has to work much harder than most to live a simple life.
This video shows us that we must not herd all challenged individuals into an institution, thinking it's what's best for them. Alonzo is proof that anyone can live the American Dream if they are willing to work for it, and not everyone who needs help is "bad," "damaged," or "evil."
> See the artistic talent of Alonzo Clemons on his website. <
Dr. Joseph Nicolosi, "Curer of Gays"
Do you know what N.A.R.T.H. stands for? It stands for National Association for Research and Therapy for Homosexuality, also known as an organization that tries to cure gay people of their gayness.
When will people realize that being gay is something you're born with? The man in the picture, Dr. Joseph Nicolosi, is a medical doctor practicing in therapy for "ex-gay" patients. For the filming of the video to follow, they were unable to contact any of Dr. Nicolosi's patients who had been successfully "cured," but did speak with one man who was gay and proud.
To think the practice of "curing" homosexuality exists is frightening. On the dawn of gay marriage being legalized almost nation-wide, the archaic thinking required of heterosexuals to believe that homosexuality can be treated is congruent to thinking someone can be cured of their heterosexuality. Please take a look at the video below, and spread the word. This type of treatment should be put to a stop. The fact that it hasn't means there's a market for it, which means that there are lost homosexuals out there who have been taught to believe that they are wrong for feeling the way they do. That has got to be a painful existence.
I forget how I came across The Oatmeal website, but it's really cute and funny and full of illustrations about funny things. It'll definitely make you laugh, and it will keep you busy for hours. I just found this gem about Christopher Columbus being a total douche bag, owning slaves, and perpetrating a sex slave ring with pre-teen girls. Those are just a few examples of the debauchery that was Christopher Columbus.
The silver lining, you'll find, is a man called Bartolomé de las Casas. In this illustration, you'll come to know a better way of celebrating this federal holiday in honor of a better man. See the full illustration here. Happy Bartolomé de las Casas day!
Award-Winning Journalist and Commentator Bill Moyers gets right to the heart of what the shutdown and debt ceiling threats are all about. He's right on, and it's very scary. Will the republicans really let us default? Is this the end of democracy? Should we all leave the country and emigrate to Canada? I'm seriously thinking about it, and thank God I'm a Democrat. Here's what Bill Moyers says in the "about" section of the video on YouTube, video to follow:
"This week's government shutdown has consequences for all of us, costing an estimated $300 million each day that the government is closed for business. Many Americans have voiced their frustrations with the fallout from the shutdown on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter using the hash tag #DearCongress. Here, Bill Moyers shares his own frustrations, admonishing the Republican Party for holding the country hostage via an irrational "ransom list" of demands — while sabotaging democracy in the process. "When the President refused to buckle to this extortion, they threw their tantrum," Bill says. "Like the die-hards of the racist South a century and a half ago, who would destroy the union before giving up their slaves, so would these people burn down the place, sink the ship." He goes on to tell us where the "reckless ambition" of the Republicans could lead us."
Real Housewives of New Jersey's Melissa Gorga's New Book Advocates Marital Rape
I used to watch the Real Housewives of New Jersey every week until Melissa Gorga became one of the Housewives. Her relationship with her husband Joe Gorga is sickening. She's expected to be, and is fine with being a barefoot-in-the-kitchen baby-maker. She is also expected to submit to his demands for sex at any time he initiates it in fear of being verbally abused, which she thinks is normal. I feel so bad for her kids. This is one excerpt of many listed in this article on Jezebel illustrating the fact that Joe Gorga is a chauvinist pig:
"Men, I know you think your woman isn't the type who wants to be taken. But trust me, she is. Every girl wants to get her hair pulled once in a while. If your wife says "no," turn her around, and rip her clothes off. She wants to be dominated. Women don't realize how easy men are. Just give us what we want."
You absolutely have to read this article. You'll be floored. Just PLEASE don't support this behavior by purchasing the book. I'll throw up if this thing ends up on a best-seller list.
A struggling mother of twins asked her kids to write their Christmas lists early so she could scrimp and save enough money to buy them what they really wanted. She was shocked and touched by the letter her 8-year-old son Ryan wrote to Santa Claus.
He told Santa that he had wanted a few toys and electronics, but that he had changed his mind. His twin sister, Amber, had been the target of bullying for some time now. Attacks on her weight, appearance, and disabilities were too much for her to bear, and she told her mom that she wished she would die to escape the torment. As her twin, Ryan shared Amber's distress in a way that only twins can.
I've included the video here for you to watch, so I won't spoil it for you by commenting further. Just know that it is truly inspiring, touching, and worth spending 6 minutes on. Enjoy.
Graciela Martinez, a normal, healthy girl, was found dead from heat stroke in her brother's BMW on Wednesday after a lock malfunctioned. Everybody's just taking this at face value, but seriously? How does a girl get left for dead in her brother's car? Doesn't anyone miss her at the dinner table? And then think to look in the cars, or get in one to go looking for her? This is craziness. Something seems fishy. Here's the article with a video:
A 14-year-old girl was found dead inside a car that investigators said she couldn't exit.
This is definitely weird. Tell me what you think in the comments.
My friend Andy posted a link to this obituary (to follow) which appeared earlier this evening on Gawker. Having grown up with a wonderful mother and grandmother, I can't say I relate to it much, but I can appreciate the lack of sentiment for a woman who must have been pure hell to live with. This obituary says so much in three short paragraphs. Take a look:
Marianne Theresa Johnson-Reddick born Jan 4, 1935 and died alone on Aug. 30, 2013. She is survived by her 6 of 8 children whom she spent her lifetime torturing in every way possible. While she neglected and abused her small children, she refused to allow anyone else to care or show compassion towards them. When they became adults she stalked and tortured anyone they dared to love. Everyone she met, adult or child was tortured by her cruelty and exposure to violence, criminal activity, vulgarity, and hatred of the gentle or kind human spirit.
Thank God I don't live a life that would warrant an obituary like this. As awful as she was to her kids, imagine what she must've felt like inside to be able to treat human beings as objects of torture. I believe she deserves to pay for her crimes, but I also hope she gets to feel love as well. It doesn't seem as though she ever felt it on earth.
UPDATE 09/12/13: The back story behind this scathing obituary came to light on the Huffington Post website yesterday afternoon. Apparently Marianne Reddick was either the foster or adoptive mother of these 8 children, 6 of whom are still alive. According to the story, the children's case was taken to court and resulted in legislation allowing children of abusive parents to terminate their parental rights. These kids aren't martyrs, they actually took action, and I admire them.
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Provencal Vegetable GratinFor this gratin, use all the interesting green and yellow summer squashes (pattypan, scallop, crookneck, butterstick) you can find at the farmers' market or if you are lucky enough in your very own garden.
Cook's notes: By mid summer gardens are producing large amounts of vegetables that can be used in a summer vegetable gratin—layers of fresh tomatoes and other produce like eggplant, zucchini, or squash, with a bit of cheese, a generous amount of fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping, all melted together by slow roasting.
As the gratin cooks, the vegetables shrink, releasing their moisture and concentrating their flavor. The finished dish is a hearty blend of flavors that can stand on its own as dinner with some crusty bread, or that can be the perfect side dish for grilled meats.
Here are some helpful steps to help you create a perfect summer vegetable gratin
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Here are some helpful steps to help you create a perfect summer vegetable gratin
- First, you need the right dish. I'd like to say that this is the excuse you needed to buy a beautiful earthenware tian made in the South of France. (A tian is the French name for an ovenproof earthenware dish, used to cook all kinds of gratins.) But I won't, because these recipes will taste just as good in a 7 x 11-inch Pyrex dish. An oval dish looks pretty, but any heavy, shallow, 2-quart, ovenproof dish will work.
- Next, choose the freshest vegetables and herbs you can find.
- Don't feel constrained by the ingredient lists in recipes. "Customizing your gratin" is a great way to use all those funny round and twisted squash or tiny eggplant from the farmers' market, or even freshly harvested baby potatoes. At the start of the summer, you can use the first green tomatoes. To complement your produce, make sure that your other ingredients, including the olive oil and cheese, are of the best quality. Their flavors will play a dominant role in the finish.
Summer Vegetable GratinIngredients:
Adapted slightly from Food Network and Iowagirleats.com
Adapted slightly from Food Network and Iowagirleats.com
- 2 TB. extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling or lemon olive oil
- 4 shallots (or 2 small sweet onions,) chopped
- salt and pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 5-6 Roma tomatoes or 4-5 vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced 3/4" thick
- 2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1/4 inch slices
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices
- 3/4 -1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 7 x 11" baking dish with nonstick spray then set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot or onions, season with salt and pepper, and then saute until softened, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic then saute for 1 more minute. Add fresh basil and thyme then stir to combine.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish then spread into an even layer in the bottom.
- Add sliced zucchini and yellow squash to a large bowl then drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Layer the vegetables in slightly slanted rows until you run out of room or all the vegetables are used up.
- Season the top with salt and pepper then cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a knife.
- Remove foil then sprinkle Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs on top. Return to oven uncovered then bake until cheese is golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Let dish sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Two more party ideas
Flag Fruit Kabobs
Nighttime Ring Toss Game
Use Glow in the Dark rings. They can be found at Hobby Lobby stores if in your area or other craft stores. Tape two together for more weight and challenge an opponent to a game of ring toss.