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Conversion – turning to God in repentance and putting one's faith in Jesus Christ – is a prominent theme in the New Testament.
In November 2006 the Sider Institute held a conference on "Salvation: Exploring the Meaning of Conversion" at Grantham, PA. The planners asked me to give some reflections on conversion, based on my years as a Christ-follower, pastor and bishop. Here are those reflections.
Conversion through the Eyes of One BIC Pastor
John B. Hawbaker
Change – transformation – we see it in the world around us, as when an earthbound caterpillar becomes a bright and beautiful butterfly. We also see it in people.
Anyone who comes to God through faith in Jesus Christ his Son begins a new life.
As has been described earlier in this conference, conversion is both a point of decision – a turning to Christ in faith – and also a life of ongoing transformation by the love and power of God. For this concluding session I shall limit myself to talking about conversion as a point of turning to God in repentance and faith. Here are some of my reflections on this great work of God in human lives known as conversion.
There is so much I don't understand about conversion.
From the teachings of Jesus I understand that this is the normal state of affairs for all humans. "The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit." John 3:8, NIV.
With this in mind, I do not understand why Christopher was so open to put his faith in Christ. He and his fiancée Jean came to my office to ask if I would officiate at their wedding in our church. Before I said yes, I walked them through the things we expect of a couple getting married at our church. I also reviewed in detail God's plan for our salvation – and asked them whether they were followers of Christ.
Jean said yes, she had received Christ at a young age and was still actively following Christ. Christopher, although he had attended Manor Church as a child, said that he had never made a personal decision to trust in Christ.
I asked him if there was anything that would prevent him from putting his faith Christ now, and he said, "No." So right there in my office – the first time I ever had a spiritual conversation with him – he prayed a prayer to trust in Christ as his Savior. Later he was baptized, and he and his wife are active members in our church. I also had the privilege of conducting their wedding.
I can't claim credit for Christopher's openness to the gospel. I don't understand everything about conversion.
I do not understand how my uncle Frank (not his real name) can be so resistant to the gospel. He is surrounded by Christians, including his wife, who is the epitome of Christian faithfulness and graciousness. But all his life Frank worked hard for what he got, and he figures he can take care of himself and he doesn't need God. So he stubbornly refuses to open his heart to God's love.
When he was sick in the hospital, his wife's pastor and his own nephew came to visit him, and Frank said to them: "If you have come to talk to me about religious things, I will tell you right now, I'm not interested."
Prayer, resistant hearts, receptive hearts – there is so much about conversion that I don't understand.
But I do understand that conversion is a work of the Holy Spirit and that we can cooperate with God as he does his work.
The Apostle Paul went to Philippi and spoke to a group of women. One of them was a woman named Lydia – a businesswoman, a dealer in purple cloth. The Bible says, "The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul's message…" Acts 16:14, NIV.
It is a work of God (shall we say a miracle of God?) that anyone is converted, but we can cooperate with God in this great work of his through our presence, love, listening and, at the appropriate time, telling the gospel.
Harry came to my office in June. He had attended our church a few times with his sister-in-law. Now he was in distress because of his parents' poor health, his job situation, disagreements with his wife over finances, and depression. I listened, prayed with him, suggested he see his family doctor for a check-up, and encouraged him to see a Christian counselor at a counseling center nearby. I also explained God's way of salvation – and asked him if he was ready to receive Christ that day. He was not. But he said he would think about it – and he took the booklet I gave him.
Some time later we met again in my office. He was much improved in his outlook on all of life. After we talked about many things, I asked about his relationship with God, and he said that in the meantime, on his own, at home, he had prayed and invited Christ into his life.
There are many things I don't understand in life. But I do know that Harry's conversion was a work of God, not of John Hawbaker; and at the same time, I also know that I had the awesome privilege of cooperating with God as he did his work.
I have come to respect the process that precedes conversion.
Theologically, we call this "spiritual awakening" or "conviction of sin." Practically, it means that few people respond to Christ the very first time they hear the gospel. They need time to become aware of the depth of their sin, to weigh the meaning of the gospel message, to count the cost of following Jesus, and to consider what their friends might say. Then they can make an informed decision. Some students of evangelism say that on the average a person needs to hear the gospel seven times before she or he says yes to God's invitation.
And in our day (maybe it was true in every day) people want a relationship with you before they will consider a relationship with God. In that sense, belonging often precedes believing.
Anita, a member of Manor Church, met Dori and they became friends. They shopped together, laughed together, and talked about life. Anita talked about her faith and the Bible. Dori didn't have a Bible – so Anita gave her a Life Application Bible. Then they met in Dori's home for a series of Bible studies – and at the end of the studies Dori accepted Christ as her Savior.
It all began with friendship and spending time together. The process that goes before conversion is so important.
I rejoice in the wide variety of conversion experiences.
Bethany is part of the Manor church family and is a student at Messiah College. When she was six years old, she went to her cousin Brittany's house for a sleep-over. Brittany asked her, "Do you know how important it is to invite Jesus into your heart as your Savior? Have you ever done that?"
"Well, no," Bethany said.
"Would you like to do it now? Here's how."
Bethany is now age 21 and is actively following Christ – and it all began at age 6.
When I was Bishop of the Allegheny Conference, I got to know John Geyer, pastor of the Clear Creek Church at Everett (PA). John had no Christian influence in his home as he was growing up. He says, "My Dad taught me two things – how to make beer and how to play poker. And I've forgotten both of them."
But a neighbor lady held a Good News Club in her home. John attended, heard the gospel, and got saved. (I was hoping it would be acceptable to use that word in that way at this conference, and what I have heard throughout the day reassures me that it is acceptable!)
When I was Bishop, I also met Jeff, who says that he came to his senses – and came to Christ – because of the prayers of a Catholic charismatic prayer group. Jeff grew up in the Roman Catholic Church in Mechanicsburg, but what he heard made no sense to him at the time. He says. "The only thing I remember from church is the image of Jesus in the stained glass windows."
Jeff became a wild guy in high school. By his junior year he was living for parties, and was addicted to drugs and alcohol. His parents couldn't reach him and were feeling desperate. His father told the priest of their concern. And the priest passed the word on to a prayer group in the church, a charismatic group that met every Tuesday evening. "Pray for a young man who has lost his way, and his parents don't know how to reach him." That was the simple wording of the request.
Then Jack entered the story. He was a college student who loved Jesus and had a Christian rock band. (If you knew me in my years as a student here at Messiah College, you would know how far I've come that I can say "Christian rock band" without raising a storm of protest.)
So here's Jack, the Christian rock band leader, befriending Jeff. That summer (after Jeff's junior year in high school) at a meeting where George Otis, Sr., was the speaker, Jeff felt his need of God. He didn't know how to pray or what to pray. He just raised his hand toward God. A warm sensation came over his whole body, and he soon discovered that he had been instantly delivered from his addictions to tobacco, drugs and alcohol.
So Jeff went back to his senior of high school as a new person in Christ.
This Jeff is Jeff Dunlevy, pastor for several years of the Hanover Church, and now pastor of the New Joy Church in Ephrata. Jeff says, "The day I turned to God, Jesus stepped out of the stained glass window and into my life."
Nobody's story is quite like Jeff's. And nobody's story is quite like yours. I rejoice in the wide variety of ways people come to faith in Christ. I also try not to put God in a box as to how he will reach the people who are currently on my heart but who are not yet believers.
People come to faith in a variety of settings.
Some people come to Christ at an altar, or other setting for response, in a public meeting. That was the case with an eleven-year-old boy who went forward in a revival service where John Rosenberry was the preacher. I know that story well. I am that eleven-year-old boy.
Some still come to Christ in a public meeting, but many others come to faith in a variety of settings – often not at the altar following a public invitation.
Lauren invited Christ into her heart at age five, after a conversation with her mother and led in prayer by her mother.
Nick trusted in Christ as Savior as a seventh grader at a youth retreat.
Jake, a college student who was raised by atheist parents, came to Christ in my office after a Sunday morning service.
Amy is in her twenties. She grew up in the Roman Catholic Church and has struggled to understand what evangelicals mean by being "born again" and "trusting in Christ as your personal Savior." But after many conversations with her believing husband, and after attending Manor Church for three or four years, and after a long conversation with Pastor Bob Sheetz, and after another long conversation with me, and after reading a book by Rick Warren, Amy concluded that now she does trust in Christ – and that this is truly her own personal faith. Last summer she was baptized and joined the church.
Phill, married and the father of a young child, also opened his heart to Christ at home, after attending a small group Bible study of Manor people.
Another Phil came to faith slowly, in this way. He began attending Manor Church with his girl friend Alicia. Phil is a deep thinker, so he had lots of questions about Christianity. He invited me to lunch at a restaurant – and he brought a tape recorder with him! He asked my permission to record the conversation – because he had a list of questions, and he wanted to review my comments later and think them through carefully. That was the only time anyone ever asked to tape a conversation about spiritual issues. Phil is a special person!
He continued to think seriously about life. By this time he was fairly certain that he wanted to become a Christian, and that he wanted to marry Alicia. But he wanted to be sure that he was ready to take seriously this matter of following Christ.
Then came Easter Sunday. Phil was sitting in the service with Alicia. He felt that God was speaking to him directly. When I came to the end of the message, I explained the kind of prayer a person can pray to his faith in Christ. Phil thought, "Yes, I do believe this, and I do want to become a Christian." So sitting at his seat, with Alicia sitting beside him but not knowing what was going on in her boyfriend, he silently confessed his sins and put his faith in Christ.
He was still turning these things over in his mind as he and Alicia got in his car to leave the church parking lot. He thought, "I've just settled the number one thing in my life. What keeps me from going on to number two?" So a short distance from the church he pulled the car to the side of the road and said: "Alicia, will you marry me?" Her answer was yes.
I had the privilege of officiating at their wedding. They were baptized and joined the church – and are actively serving Christ together. People come to Christ in all kinds of settings and with all kinds of implications!
The pastor sets the tone for evangelism in the local church.
I am thoroughly convinced that the pastor, more than any other one person, determines whether a local church is active in evangelism. If the pastor prays for conversions, if the pastor is active in personal evangelism, if the pastor presents the gospel clearly in his or her messages, if the pastor teaches about evangelism, if the pastor provides training in evangelism, if the pastor leads the way in scheduling various kinds of evangelism events, and if the pastor shows that he or she expects that God will call people to salvation…then by and by the congregation will catch the passion for evangelism, too.
You may say, "That's a lot of responsibility on the pastor, and that's a lot of effort by the pastor." It is. But I am convinced that the pastor is the one who has the main responsibility to set the tone for evangelism in the church. If you find some other way that works, please let the rest of us know.
In a healthy church both the pastor and lay people lead others to Christ.
There was a time at Manor Church when, if anyone came to faith in Christ through personal evangelism, it was through me or one of the other pastors. We have moved into a much healthier situation in recent years. Now, a number of our lay people are alert to spiritual conversations and are leading others to faith.
Anita, whom I mentioned earlier, leads workshops (which she calls Joyshops) on how to have a meaningful devotional life as a way to nurture intimacy with God. At the Joyshops she explains the way of salvation, and often there are new conversions in the response time.
Claudia works at a Prudential Office. She was concerned about Bob, and older man who works there part-time. Recently she picked up her courage, talked to Bob about God's love and his Son Jesus, and asked Bob if he would want to put his faith in Christ as his Savior. He wanted to do so, and he did. Now he is meeting with a few Christian men who are discipling him.
Doug goes with seven other Christian men to Lancaster County Prison to lead the Alpha course, which is a study about basic Christianity, designed to relate to persons who are inquiring about our faith. One of the inmates is Lonnie. Because of his offense, Lonnie will soon be sent to a state penitentiary, to death row. Lonnie thought long and hard about what he's been hearing in the Alpha course. On a recent Sunday he came to the leaders and said, "Last Thursday in my cell I prayed and trusted in Christ as my Savior. Now I need all the help I can get, to grow in my faith and to get ready for death row."
Let's keep working to build healthy churches, where both the pastor and the lay people lead others to Christ.
One more observation: I have come to see the necessity of discipleship following conversion.
I am passionate about this biblical truth. I have no time for any talk about conversion that does not stress also the absolute necessity of ongoing discipleship for the new believer.
"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." Colossians 2:6-7, NIV.
These are my reflections about this wonderful work of God known as conversion – a work that is filled with mystery, power, love and faith. We have no greater privilege than to partner with God as he goes about his great work of rescuing people from the dominion of darkness and bringing them into the glorious kingdom of his Son.


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Let's be real, we all have movies that we put on when we're sad, worried or just in a bad mood that we watch without really thinking about. I thought I'd write a quick post about five of my comfort movies in no particular order. These are just movies that I can stick on whenever I need to that usually make me feel better.
Rugrats in Paris (Stig Bergqvist, 2000)
My Grandad had been feeling ill for a few months then was admitted to hospital where within just a couple of weeks he deteriorated so badly that he was put on end of life care. He'd been on this care a few days when on Friday night at about 2AM my Mom got a call. I was only just getting into bed so I came out onto the landing and asked what was going on knowing full well what the answer was going to be. She said she wasn't sure but her and my step-dad had been asked to come to the hospital straightaway.
We both knew what the news was going to be and she asked if she wanted me to wait until the morning or if she should text me. I asked her to text me and she set off. The hospital wasn't our local one, it was a good forty-five minute drive or longer and I knew it would be a while before I heard off her. So I opened Netflix and put on this movie.
I'll be honest it didn't bring me much comfort but it was background noise and it was playing when I received the text that my Grandad had passed away. Once I knew I switched it off and went to bed. There was no point in staying up any later.
But this film has been there for me plenty of other times. It's one of my favourites to put on if I've got the house to myself and I'm feeling a bit creeped out. This is lame but it always makes me cry – the bit where Chuckie's looking out the window of the plane and missing his Mom, the bit where he runs into the church yelling 'NO' 'cos he doesn't want his Dad to marry Coco, WHEN HE GETS THE MOM HE WANTED AT THE END OF THE FILM, it's honestly just nothing but tears from me. I hope Netflix never take this movie off because it's one of them that I'll always watch when I'm upset.
Into The Woods (Rob Marshall, 2014)
I loved Into The Woods from the moment I first saw it. Interestingly I didn't see a trailer or anything for this movie but went along because I saw it listed on Chris Pine's iMDB page and I'm a massive Chris Pine fan. Normally I can't stand films where there's not much speaking and it's mostly singing – I do love musicals but I like at least a 50/50 of singing and talking with preferably more talking than singing. Into The Woods is my exception. I ended up going back to the cinema and seeing it six times.
My brother has severe autism and occasionally I do my Mom a favour and cover annual leave for his carers and look after him. A few times I've had to sleep overnight starting when I was about eighteen. At first I was too scared to go up to the carers room and get into bed so I used to put a film on downstairs and try to sleep on the sofa. One night I tried putting this film on as background noise and it worked wonders. It's just a comforting film despite the dark themes.
I'm older now and not as scared so I do just switch all the lights off and go to bed at my brothers house, and at home when my parents are away but this film does still bring me comfort if I'm home alone and feeling a bit nervous. I don't particularly like any silence when I'm at home by myself so this is a good film to have on in the background so I can singalong and not feel so worried anymore.
My Neighbour Totoro (Hayao Miyazaki, 1988)
I didn't really like this film when I first saw it because I didn't see the point of it. I thought it was sweet but it wasn't a film I particularly wanted to see again. I'm not sure what changed but I'm pretty sure this is now my favourite Ghibli film. I love Totoro so much!
I prefer watching it in English but have seen the Japanese version too – I don't have an issue with reading subtitles but when you're floating in and out of the movie it's better to have it on in a language you actually understand. Most Ghibli films are like this but it's just a relaxing film with a nice ending.
FUN FACT I got to go to the Studio Ghibli Museum in Tokyo which was super fun – unfortunately we went on our last full day in Tokyo so I was exhausted by then but it was still amazing. Which was just as well as you can't buy tickets at the museum you have to do it a month in advance and the tickets were released at 2AM UK time and buying them was super stressful as the website kept crashing – but in the end I got them and got to go! If you're planning a trip to Tokyo and you're a Ghibli fan you definitely have to go to the museum.
Matilda (Danny DeVito, 1996)
I've loved this film ever since I was a little kid. Let's be real, who didn't want to have Matilda's mind powers growing up? It sends a great message about how your parents aren't always right just because they're your parents and sometimes family isn't always the best thing for you. The fact Miss Honey adopts Matilda at the end of the film and there's no rubbish of 'she stays with her family because family is important' is AMAZING.
I also love the stage show because although it's quite different it keeps the same central message and the songs are really good. I've seen it a few times and haven't got bored of it yet. I just wish the tickets weren't so expensive, I've only seen it from the back and I'd love to spend a bit extra to sit a bit closer.
This is another film that as I've seen so many times I can just put it on and it can be comforting background noise, and I can tune back into it wherever I want and I'll be able to pick up the story. I've never met anyone who didn't like this film and would be amazed if I ever did.
Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging (Gurinder Chadha, 2008)
I don't know what it is about this film but I just love it. I don't think I saw this one at the cinema when I was younger but I remember my friend letting me borrow her DVD and for a while I watched it every day when I returned from school until in the end I had to give it her back. They added it to Netflix and I'm not sure if it's still on there but if it is and you haven't seen it yet then you need to, this film is iconic.
Overall I definitely prefer the books, they are the only books that have ever made me genuinely laugh out loud but the movie is still amazing in its own right. It never fails to cheer me up and the song at the end (Ultraviolet) is an absolute bop. It's got everything that a feel good film needs. I remember watching this in English class and the moment it finished my teacher decided she NEEDED the t-shirt that Robbie wears at the end with a picture of Angus on it so she ordered it straightaway.
So there we have it, my five comfort movies! Feel free to leave a comment with the five movies that always bring you comfort or cheer you up whenever you're down.


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In evening's dim light,
silent raindrops like diamonds glitter,
voiceless whisperings unheard,
brief existence of utter beauty,
sailing on – rolling – into the night,
sweet dreams…
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In evening's dim light,
silent raindrops like diamonds glitter,
voiceless whisperings unheard,
brief existence of utter beauty,
sailing on – rolling – into the night,
sweet dreams…
"Dear tenants, please notw that from the 2nd of May until the 12th of May 2016 this elevator willbe offline, due to maintenance and repair. We are sorry for the inconvenience."
I am not burning down the house.
I live on the 6th floor, or the 7th if you can't count right (a.k.a. American), which means on a normal weekday I go down once in the morning, and ideally, up once in the afternoon. If there's an "emergency" more often in both directions.
This time span includes a weekend, a holiday and a banking holiday. I hope that am all ten days from rhe earliest hour possible, until the latest possible, there will be men (amd women?) laboring hard to improve our technological standard and safety.
Because of not, I will become irked.
And then I will burn shit.
So I leave the house at 6am, there better be a bunch of schmucks greeting me with a smile and greasy faces ready to weld something, including the banking day, and holiday.
Or you turn the darn thing back on during the four day weekend you and your lazy jerkoffs are going to take, now are you?
I know, they will not be turning it on, and I know, they will not be working from 6am till 10pm, but at least I was able to let off some steam…
Take care, and steer clear of elevators…
There is something strangely calming about fire.
The hissing and whisping flames, sparks flying off into the nightsky, with smoke and warmth, and light.
Some archaic enchantment lays itself over me, while my clothes, hair and every pore of mine, soak up the smoke, take it in, as if it was better than air:
I have made fire!
I made these logs burn, I made light and warmth appear.
True, with the aid of a lighter, not some sticks and a lot of patience. But still, I made fire!
The powerful, ancient weight of that simple act, of repelling the darkness of night and the creeping cold, feels good and frees the spirit to soar, discovering freedoms unbeknownst to those who wouldn't dare stand at arms length from burning logs, engulfed in sparks as if fire-fairies danced around one.
Tales of greener grass, and bluer skies and cleaner waters and fresher air, spun around more loyal and truer people come to mind – stories as old and certain as the flames before me, certain as if half remembered from actually having witnessed, rather than just heard.
Freed of burdens the mind takes to wander, and to wonder. Hesitantly a blinking, distant campfire reminds of the nightsky. Are there others standing in the hot, radiant stream of fire fairies? Wondering over wandering mind, and ponderous mood over the simple act of igniting a fire?
How far, I know not, but there are…


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Government seeks to curb prescription drug abuse
Washington – The White House on April 19 unveiled a multi-agency plan (.pdf file) aimed at reducing prescription drug abuse.
The plan includes:
- Expanding state-based prescription drug monitoring programs
- Recommending convenient and environmentally safe ways to remove unused medications from homes
- Supporting education on misusing and misprescribing opioid pain medications for patients and health care providers
- Reducing the number of "pill mills" and "doctor shopping" through law enforcement
The Food and Drug Administration estimates 33 million Americans 12 and older misused opioids in 2007. Nearly 50,000 emergency room visits were related to opioids in 2006.
Meanwhile, the Miami-based National Family Partnership launched a campaign aimed at preventing adults from unwittingly supplying teens with prescription drugs. Lock Your Meds includes posters, educational materials and games.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem among 12- to 17-year-olds, with 1 out of every 5 high school students admitting to taking prescription drugs without a prescription.


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MARCOS Baghdatis has been beaten in the first round of the French Open at Roland Garros, the Cypriot going down 3-6 7-6 6-4 6-4 to Bernard Paire of France yesterday.
The duo were locked together at one set all on Tuesday night, with Paire up 4-3 with a break when bad light and rain stopped play.
Upon the resumption of the match on the Suzanne Lenglen show court yesterday, Paire served out the third set to take a two sets to one lead.
He broke Baghdatis again early in the fourth set on his way to serving out the match as Baghdatis had no answer in another disappointing performance.
After first round defeats in Munich, Madrid and Rome, the Cypriot is still without a win during the entire 2013 clay-court season in singles competition.


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Hackney Hosts the UK's First Belgium Beer Festival
The UK's first ever Belgian craft beer festival takes place at Oval Space in Hackney, July 21st - 22nd 2017. The intimate event will give beer lovers across London a chance to sample Belgium's unique beer culture, along with the food and music.
Ales Tales Belgium Beer Festival will host some of the finest breweries known to Belgium, from small batch micro-breweries including En Stoemelings, 't Hofbrouwerijke, Fort Lapin and De Leite to larger well-known producers such as Brasserie de la Senne, Hof Ten Dormaal and Bertinchamps.
"We are proud of the fact that we have created Ales Tales Festival to celebrate everything that makes Belgian beer & food great. UNESCO just added Belgian beer to its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016 so now we want to showcase our beer's quality and diversity to the city of London, from the traditional 'triple' to the other sides of the beer spectrum. Expect some of the finest beers from Belgium that you won't find in the UK.Nicolas Tondeur, Organiser of Ales Tales Festival
Food will be served up by one of Brussels top chefs Fabrice Rocheteau, while a selection of Belgium's finest cheeses will be on offer for beer pairings. Upon arrival ticket holders will receive a tasting glass, which will allow them to delve into Belgium's illustrious beer culture, with over 60 craft beers on offer from 20 breweries. Further information is available at www.alestales.com. Tickets start at £35
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My Article On Muscat Daily
And yesterday, Wednesday, Oct 28th, it got published on Muscat Daily:
10 comments:
way to go girl :)
you have great potentials. perhaps this is a good boost for you to keep it up and try to polish your skills.
i think i will enjoy reading it again in the newspaper
congratulations for the first step into journalism
- October 29, 2009 at 1:53 PM
- Muscat Holidays said...
wow thats so amazing - lets hope we get a few more
- October 30, 2009 at 9:21 AM
- Azza Al Wahaibi said...
Wow, mashallah 3alish Kitten. Congrats!! Keep it up. =D
- October 30, 2009 at 11:36 AM
- Maryam said...
Anonymous: Thank you for always stopping by ;)
Muscat Holidays: Inshallah.
Darkie: Allah yebarek feesh.
- October 30, 2009 at 12:09 PM
- Nabaa Baqir said...
Congratulations Kitten, Inshallah nshoof more of your writings in the newspaper =]
- October 30, 2009 at 2:56 PM
- Moi said...
Congraaaaaaaaaaats luv!!! :D
- October 30, 2009 at 5:51 PM
- Susan said...
Hey Kitten, CONGRATS! I didn't see the comment until AFTER the newspaper was published and all copies disappeared from Salalah! Could you email the scanned article to me? I'm collecting articles written by young Omanis in English. They'll be useful for journalism/communication classes in Oman now and in the future.
KUDOS To you!!!
- November 1, 2009 at 8:30 AM
- Zaytoon Wo Za3tar said...
Congrats. That's pretty awesome!
*thumbs up*
- November 2, 2009 at 8:16 AM
- Maryam said...
Thank you everyone.
Will do, Susan.
- November 2, 2009 at 4:22 PM
- Castelluca said...
That's wonderful! Congrats Kitten! =D
I wanna publish stuff too! xD
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James Cunningham will graduate today (Monday 2 July) with a BMus in Music
James Cunningham will today (Monday 2 July) graduate with a First Class Honours in Music (BMus) from the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's University Belfast.
James, 21, from Portadown, is partially sighted and his Guide Dog, Bart, a black Labrador-Retriever now aged 5, accompanied him to all of his lectures, seminars and recitals on campus.
A talented musician, James plays an array of musical instruments including the clarinet, piano, drums, guitar and saxophone to name just a few.
Speaking about his university experience, James said: "My experience at Queen's has changed me as a person. There were quite a few ups, and quite a few downs, but overall I know a lot more about music, about myself and the world in general.
"The best part for me was the people. I have made so many new friends at Queen's. We love and accept each other, we help each other, and we have some mighty banter!
"I couldn't have asked for a better set of lecturers. Not only are they all so talented and qualified, but they are all amazing, kind, generous and interesting people. I am also grateful for the support I received from the University's disability services, who made my transition to university smooth and my journey possible."
Talking about his side-kick, Bart, James added: "Initially, bringing a guide dog to university was a little daunting. Bart is my best friend and the main reason I was able to come to Queen's in the first place. At the beginning, moving away from home and starting all of this new learning was very exciting but also pretty stressful, and being responsible for another life who needs care and attention was something I worried about a lot. However, thanks to a combination of good friends, university support and a good dog, things settled within the first few weeks and now Bart and I are always looking for new adventures."
After graduating, James plans on returning to Queen's to complete his Master's.
"Now that I've finished my undergrad, I'm preparing myself for another year at Queen's, this time studying for a Master's in musical composition. I'm very excited to move forwards and see what life has in store next."
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German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer averted an immediate collision with Chancellor Angela Merkel on Monday by giving her two weeks to talk with Germany's Europea Union partners over migration.
Merkel opposed his calls for Germany to unilaterally turn back people previously registered as asylum-seekers in other EU countries.
But speaking after talks with her party, Merkel told media that she would report back on July 1.
She said that both her Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Interior minister's Christian Social Union (CSU) "want to decrease migration."
Merkel stressed that the two coalition parties would not like to see "a repeat of the situation that existed in 2015" when Germany took in some 1 million migrants fleeing war and poverty in countries such as Syria.
Migration master plan
The chancellor made clear that she supported minister's Seehofer's suggestion to come up with a "migration master plan" but stressed that she opposes "unilateral" migration actions, such as turning back people at Germany's border. She seeks cooperation with other EU nations.
In separate remarks, minister Seehofer said he'd be glad to see a European agreement, but he stressed that he doesn't rule out "a national solution unless a European settlement comes together."
Seehofer's remarks don't come as a surprise: His CSU faces a tight election in the German state of Bavaria.
Polls suggest that its absolute majority in the Bavarian state legislature is in danger in the October 14 state election because it is being challenged on the right by the far-right, anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany party.
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The CSU exists only in Bavaria, while Merkel's less conservative CDU is in Germany's other 15 states.
Monday's fictions over migration came ironically while the European Union's asylum office said the number of people applying for international protection in Europe had plunged, though it remained higher than before 2015.
The EASO said in an annual report Monday that just over 728,000 application requests were made for international protection in 2017, compared to almost 1.3 million applications the previous year.
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Christmas Movie Month 2017
Hello again, everyone. It seems as though we all know what time of the year it is again, doesn't it? Yes, it's Christmastime – that time of year when we all get together and exchange gifts and eat and say we love each other all that fun stuff. It's also a time when we tend to watch Christmas movies, usually all the same ones, too, because – let's be honest – most of those other movies suuuuuck.
Personally, I've already pretty much covered my favorites, so with this being the seventh Christmas season I'm covering since starting this blog, I'm going to have to really stretch myself as I spend the next few weeks reviewing nothing but Christmas-appropriate (and perhaps other current holiday season-appropriate?) movies… Well, probably with the exception of a certain big franchise movie that's coming out during the season. With the way that those films are now coming out, though, you can pretty much guarantee that's going to be how it is for the next couple years. But who knows? Maybe I'll finally get around to that certain, related holiday special everyone always talks about?
And so, with December upon us, I hope you, my hypothetical reader, enjoy my season-appropriate reviews. And if you don't, well then you can look back at these previous reviews of some holiday classics and not-so-classics?
Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas
A Christmas Carol (Disney, 2009) Part 1, Part 2
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Adam Sandler's Eight Crazy Nights
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
I'll Be Home for Christmas (1998)
Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
The Muppet Christmas Carol * Part 1, Part 2
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas
REVIEW: The Passion of the Christ
Directed by: Mel Gibson
Produced by: Bruce Davey, Mel Gibson, Stephen McEveety, Enzo Sisti
Screenplay by: Mel Gibson, Benedict Fitzgerald, William Fulco (translation)
Edited by: John Wright
Cinematography by: Caleb Deschanel
Music by: John Debney
Starring: Jim Caviezel, Maia Morgenstern, Monica Bellucci, Hristo Zhivkov, Francesco De Vito, Luca Lionello, Hristo Shopov, Rosalinda Celentano, Claudia Gerini, Fabio Sartor, Luca De Dominicis, Mattia Sbragia, Chokri Ben Zagden, Toni Bertorelli, Jarreth Merz, Sergio Rubini, Sabrina Impacciatore
Year: 2004
It's been 12 years since Mel Gibson's adaptation of the gospels' account of Jesus Christ's crucifixion, which would go on to divide audiences over its theology, brutal violence, and even accusations of racism (which were later vindicated when the director's own demons made their very public appearance soon after the film's release). Each Easter since I've started this blog, I have thought about doing a review of this film, and each time I held back because I simply was not in the mood, nor did I think I had the stamina, to endure this film again. This year, I don't really know what's changed – perhaps it's the political climate and the fact that so many people are willing to marry their faith to their political stances, and I'm feeling particularly opinionated, perhaps it's the Tyler Perry modern day musical retelling on TV, or perhaps it's simply to get this annual inner debate in my head over with already – but, yeah, I decided that now was time to review one of the most famous and infamous Christian-targeting films of all time. Read more…
THEATRICAL REVIEW: Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas
Directed by: Darren Doane
Produced by: Raphi Henly, David Shannon, Darren Doane, Amanda Rosser
Written by: Darren Doane, Cheston Hervey
Edited by: Postmill Factory
Cinematography by: Andy Patch
Music by: Brian Popkin
Starring: Kirk Cameron, Darren Doane, Bridgette Ridenour, David Shannon, Raphi Henly, Ben Kientz
Year: 2014
The so-called "War on Christmas" has long been the butt of many jokes, particularly because a select number of Christians have taken issue with stores switching from having their employees say "Merry Christmas" to the more generic and all-inclusive "Happy Holidays!" and they have made their voices heard by shouting about it on network news over the years (yes, especially on one in particular). These days, that war still seems to be ravaging on in the minds of many, as indicated by some of the Facebook posts I continue to see every year. I saw my first in early October, actually. "Man, the War on Christmas seems to get started earlier and earlier each year!" I joked in the comments section. The humor and irony was seemingly lost on all but one person, who merely Liked the post. I am unappreciated in my time, it would seem.
Seriously, though, you gotta find some humor in the concept of a group of people who claim that "Jesus is the reason for the season" getting so upset about people not "Keep[ing] the Christ in CHRISTmas!" while binging on material possessions. I concede, however, that it's equally annoying that anyone would get offended by someone wishing them a "Merry Christmas!" just because they don't share that belief. In my eyes, yes, Christ should be at the center of Christmas, but when we complain about the rest of the world not sharing in our beliefs, it becomes more about us rather than Him. This whole concept of a "War on Christmas," as a result, really puts a damper on my Christmas spirit – it even makes me a bit embarrassed as a Christian, to be honest. So when I heard that Kirk Cameron was featuring in a feature length movie about "Saving Christmas," I couldn't help but burry my head in my arms and beat the back of it with my fist in frustration. Read more…
REVIEW: The Nativity Story
Directed by: Catherine Hardwicke
Produced by: Toby Emmerich, Marty Bowen, Wyck Godfrey, Cale Boyter, Catherine Hardwicke, Mike Rich, Tim Van Rellim
Written by: Mike Rich
Edited by: Robert K. Lambert, Stuart Levy
Cinematography by: Elliot Davis
Music by: Mychael Danna
Starring: Keisha Castle-Hughes, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Oscar Isaac, Stanley Townsend, Clarán Hinds, Shaun Toub
Year: 2006
"Jesus is the reason for the season." That's what you always hear this time of year, isn't it? And yet it seems like it's pretty hard to find many movies exclusively based on the story of the birth of Christ, as opposed to His entire life or crucifixion. The Nativity Story is undoubtedly one of the few that does focus on this one aspect. I had actually meant to review this film long ago, when I first started this blog, but the movie's always been checked out indefinitely this time of year on Netflix and Blockbuster (back when they, you know, actually did the whole physical movie renting). This was the first year I actually managed to be proactive and get a copy, and so I guess it's only appropriate that I actually make good on that and finally review the film, right? Read more…


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It's not often I'm lost for words, but what I witnessed at the Hull New Theatre on Tuesday night, left me speechless with awe.
And the cause of my "struck dumbness"? – dancers and the stars of Tango Moderno, Flavia Cacace and Vincent Simone.
I must confess here that I had never heard of these two – they might have come from outer space for all I knew of them. But I am so pleased they came down to earth to show us mere mortals just what they are capable of on the dance floor.
The press release informs me Flavia and Vincent have been dancing together for decades, are World Champions and West End performers. I'm a professional theatre reviewer for goodness sake. How could I not know this? Where the heck have I been?
Enough of me, back to Tango Moderno. The moment the couple glide into view, side-lit on an atmospheric stage setting, it was obvious we were witnessing something special.
Flavia, gorgeous in wispy georgette and Vincent, sexy in tight jeans and short black jacket, covered in zips, just melted into each other's arms, every breath-taking step a delight to my untrained eyes.
Making each routine seem effortless, the pair seemed in another world when they danced. And we in the audience were transformed to another world just watching.
During several costume changes, Flavia's dresses grew more beautiful, complementing perfectly Vincent's more casual outfits.
She was made to look as light as a feather in Vincent's arms, as he swung her, lifted her and carried her around, to music played by a live band and songs sung by Tom Parsons (who also entertained us with his narration, poetry and guitar playing) and dancer/singer Rebecca Lisewski, who, as well as singing, brought a touch of comedy to her dance routines.
This talented pair did more than justice to songs made famous by Rag And Bone Man (Human), Michael Buble (Haven't Met You Yet), Percy Sledge (When A Man Loves A Woman) and Burt Bacharach's A House Is Not A Home, to name but a few.
Oliver Lewis on the violin was outstanding, especially in his rendition of Rimsky-Korsakov's Flight Of The Bumblebee (well, he was the 2010 Guinness world's fastest violinist).
Flavia and Vincent didn't hog the stage, though, graciously allowing a very energetic group of young dancers to share the limelight. In different little sketches, these young 'uns high-kicked, break-danced, rock'n'rolled, sang, smooched and thoroughly entertained us.
However, our stars were never far away, showing their fun sides several times with the youngsters.
But whenever Flavia and Vincent were on the stage, I didn't have eyes for anyone else up there. They were utterly mesmerising. In fact, at the interval, my theatre buddy sister, Christine, turned to me and in a very serious voice said: "Well, I'm sorry, but I've got to say something." (Oh no, she wants to go home, thought I). "This is the best thing I have ever seen."
Phew, my sentiments exactly.
And though the Hull New Theatre was far from full on this snowy February night, the rousing and prolonged standing ovation proved the audience agreed with us.
Reviewer: Jackie Foottit
Reviewed: 6th February 2018
North West End Rating: ★★★★★


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Sunday afternoon cabaret with West End star Louise Dearman and a selection of her buddies.
Dearman is currently performing in Guys And Dolls at the Piccadilly, and has prievously starred in Joseph And His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Grease and Kiss Me Kate.
The performance is hosted by Valerie Cutko accompanied by Stephen Hose.
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Hello! Thank you to Slashsessed for having me on today to share my new release, In Over Our Heads, a second chance romance set in Key West. This is the second book in my Stories from the Shore series and follows the events in All the Way to Shore.
A confession: I've never been scuba diving myself, although I've snorkeled in Grand Cayman (a scene in All the Way to Shore) and loved it. And I'd only been in Key West once very briefly when I wrote the story. So I asked some experts (and fellow authors) for advice. Dev Bentham is an m/m author who also happens to be a certified dive instructor and she ensured that my descriptions of the scuba instruction and dive were accurate. C.S. Poe is an m/m author who happens to live in Key West and she corrected my version of Key West geography. I'm much indebted to both of them!
When did you write your first story and what was the inspiration for it? My very first story I remember writing was when I was around 12 or 13. It featured a girl named Bunny B. who goes to a party and sees some racy things happening. The inspiration was me eavesdropping on one of my older sister's friends who was talking about parties and S-E-X. My ears were wide open! So my interest in writing erotic fiction started early.
Where did the desire to write LGBTQ romance come from? It seems my interest in m/m also started early. In a high school English class we were given a prompt in the form of a picture of man standing in a doorway (either leaving or entering). I remember writing that the man was leaving his marriage because he'd realized he was gay (nowadays I would call him bisexual). And I wanted to give him a happy ending. This was years before I stumbled into the world of fanfiction and found these stories everywhere.
Tell us about your work in progress and what you've got planned for the future. I'm plotting the third book in the Stories from the Shore series, which will be the story of Miles from In Over Our Heads. I'm planning to use NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) in November to get 50,000 words written! We shall see how that goes.
Title: In Over Our Heads
Series: Stories from the Shore
Author: CJane Elliott
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Release Date: October 16, 2017
Heat Level: 3 - Some Sex
Pairing: Male/Male
Length: 67,000
Genre: Romance, Second Chances, Vacation
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SynopsisAnthony Vallen is the life of any party. Full of energy and fun, Anthony adores romance and enjoys playing matchmaker for his friends while dancing the night away with a series of Mr. Right Nows. But he's given up on his own happy ending. A bad breakup years ago made him a secret cynic about love… until he runs into Walter Elkins—the boy who broke his teenaged heart—on a scuba-diving vacation in Key West. Suddenly, Anthony's reasons for shunning romance no longer hold much water. Being with Walter again forces Anthony to get serious—about himself, his worth, and his heart's desires.
Brilliant and self-contained, scientist Walter Elkins prefers deep thoughts to other people. He's a good boss and a model citizen, but Walter doesn't let anyone get close. After a tragedy drove him out of his science career, Walter landed in Key West and became owner of a dive shop and a bar. Things are fine until Anthony Vallen—the only person who ever penetrated his defenses—shows up, and Walter's calm, controlled life capsizes. He and Anthony have a second chance for love, but Walter must confront the old fears that threaten to torpedo their happiness.
ExcerptThe door burst open, and Sophia sailed in with my morning cappuccino. She was humming under her breath and had that telltale postsex glow about her. I tried not to hate her too much.
"What're you doing in here with me, doll? Don't you have a sexy dive instructor to entertain?"
"She had to leave early." Sophia handed me the mug. "She's taking her group out on the ocean dive too, and she had to go to Back Bay to get the boat ready."
I took a restorative sip of cappuccino. "Ahh. Well, I hope you didn't tire her out too much last night. Or vice versa." I winked at her, even though I didn't feel very winky.
"Guilty on both our parts, I'm afraid." Sophia smirked, then perched on the side of my bed. "Can we talk more about what's going on with you and Walter?"
"Going on?" I blinked and buried my nose in the cup. "I mean, I told you guys last night. What more do you need to know?"
"Whatever it'll take to help you and him figure yourselves out, because second chances like this don't come around often."
"God, not you too. You and Jonny need to start a group for incurable romantics."
She straightened, her dark eyes snapping with intensity. "Caro! You're the one who talks about destiny. This is your destiny!"
I sighed. She was so over the top sometimes. Must be her Italian blood. "Maybe my destiny is to be reminded to never let a guy walk over me the way Walter did."
"I…. Look, Marco has a good point, and I agree with him that Walter needs to apologize. It was awful of him to drop out of sight. You so don't deserve to be treated that way."
"Right." I put down my cup, having lost my taste for the cappuccino.
"But you two were barely out of high school. So young! People change. It certainly doesn't seem in character with how he is now."
"Doesn't it?"
"Well, I mean, Walter seems so conscientious and thoughtful. Yes, a little gruff, but not someone who would knowingly hurt you. But maybe… safety seems to be a huge concern to him. And maybe he couldn't stand that you almost drowned, and he couldn't face you after that? Did he ever explain it to you?"
"No. I begged him to tell me why, and all he would say is 'I'm not good for you. I don't want to hurt you anymore.' I guess the safety thing is the most plausible explanation. Because other than that, it's bizarre that he would walk away and throw away a great thing. We were…." I paused, hit by an unexpected wave of grief. "Damn it, Soph, we were really good together. Yes, we were young, but we complemented each other so well. Like, I brought him out of his shell, and he calmed me down. And he took me seriously. He listened to me in a way no one but Jonny ever had before." My eyes betrayed me by welling up.
"Oh, Anthony. That's lovely. I can tell he still does. Take you seriously, I mean. He hasn't been able to stop staring at you the whole time we've been around him. It's obvious he still cares."
Sophia's words threw little daggers at my silly heart. Jonathan had said essentially the same thing. If they both thought Walter still cared for me, maybe it was true. And God, if it was true, I was in deep waters. I knew I should stiffen my backbone and armor myself with outrage. But I couldn't. Still hung up on Walter Elkins? Guilty as charged. Convicted. Lock me up and throw away the key, because I had no hope of rehabilitation. I put my face in my hands for a moment. What a hopeless sentimental fool!
Luckily for my humiliation factor, Marco came barging in with a brilliant grin. "All right, darlings! Today's the day! Scuba diving or bust! Get ready for the adventure of your lives." He stopped short and peered at me. "You okay?"
Pulling myself together, I returned his smile. "Fabulous, doll! Off to the reefs we go to swim with the fishies!"


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Becki has extensive experience within the Financial Services Industry, in fact, 2016 marks her 20th year within Financial Services, starting as a school leaver with large corporations such as Prudential, RBS and Bank of Ireland, achieving her financial qualifications and gaining experience in various roles such as Sales & Service Quality, Training, Mortgage Underwriting, Business Development and Advising.
Whilst at Bank of Ireland, in the position of Business Development Manager she achieved Sales Person of the Year, at the Mortgage Strategy Awards at the Royal Albert Hall – voted for by the Brokers she looked after.
Becki joined XL Finance in 2009, after deciding to leave the corporate world behind and deal direct with clients. Drawing on her exhaustive experience with major lenders and insurance providers she is dedicated to providing a 5 star service to her clients for both their mortgage and protection needs.
Becki became Principal of XL Finance Ltd in July 2016, and looks forward to ensuring XL Finance continues to be a growing, highly recommended and trusted firm dedicated to putting their clients first.
Becki can be contacted on 07753 748780
Mike has been with XL Finance since its inception. He has over 17 years experience in the financial services industry, having previously worked in banking, a regional estate agency chain and a firm of Independent Financial Advisers.
He now works closely with an estate agency, Chariot Estates in his home town of Burntwood and specialises in mortgages, general insurance and protection.
Mike can be contacted on 01543 275894 or 07710862959
Harry trades as 'Financial Planning Care' and is based in Stourbridge.
He works in protection and the mortgage market and was formerly with a major insurance provider.
Harry can be contacted on 01562 882074 or 07885 866415
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Raj has worked in Financial Services for 36 years since 1978. He has been associated with several major insurance and financial services providers.
Raj joined XL Finance in 2013. He is currently specialising in life assurance for family/mortgage protection and general insurance & has been awarded several industry accolades over the years.
Raj has received Achievement Conference awards for twenty one consecutive years in recognition of achieving highest business standards in providing financial services.
Awarded Life Assurance Association (LIA) Persistency Award which signifies a high degree of professional competence in the selling of life assurance combined with exceptional service to both the clients and the life assurance profession.
Raj is a certified member of the Personal Finance Society (PFS), a recognised UK association of professional financial advisers. He's also a member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), a recognised international body of
professional financial advisers.
Raj can be contacted on 0121 3579131 or 0795 1391069.
John has many years of experience in financial services working mainly in the mortgage market.
John is able to assist with protection and general insurance policies to protect you, your lifestyle and your home'
John can be contacted on 0121 447 7038 or 07702 262260
John Woffinden set up XL Finance in 2005, and since day one, the company has grown rapidly and successfully to become a well-respected and recommended firm.
Thanks to John's vision and ability to understand client needs, XL Finance has positioned itself as a listening firm with a friendly professional culture of getting results quickly and delivering consistently high levels of client satisfaction.
John sadly passed away in June 2016; Becki Davidson is proud to take over the helm at XL Finance and continue the good work that John did. Becki looks forward to working with our loyal clients and welcoming new clients as we celebrate over 15 years of providing advice and top class service.


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The word officially went out at County Hall last week that the people of Wexford are invited to an afternoon of opera as Wexford Sinfonia host their Opera Gala at The National Opera House on March 31.
Wexford Sinfonia was founded back in 1993 with Fergus Sheil as conductor, and now the group are delighted to welcome him back along with four extraordinary singers. Dublin native and soprano Amy Ní Fhearraigh has recently performed in 'Madame Butterfly', 'The Magic Flute' and 'This Hostel Life', as has fellow soprano Rachel Croash who joins her. The third singer is tenor Andrew Gavin who made his Irish International Opera debut last year as Curizo in 'The Marriage of Figaro'. Last but not least is bass baritone Robert McAllister who made his company debut as Luther in Offenbach's 'The Tales of Hoffmann in 2018'.
The instrumentalists performing in the show, professional, semi-professional and amateur players, draw from all over the South and South-East, and even come from as far afield as Dublin and Cork.
Among the pieces slated for this year's show are opera extracts from 'Bajazet', 'The Magic Flute', 'L'elisir d'amore', 'La cenerentola', 'La sonnambula', 'Roméo et Juliette' and many more.
Tickets are on sale through the National Opera House website starting from €20. We hope you enjoy our afternoon music extravaganza.
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Malina Weissman has landed a lead role in Netflix's adaptation of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events.
The actress, who currently recurs as a young Kara in CBS superhero drama Supergirl, will be playing Violet Baudelaire, according to Deadline.
Newcomer Louis Hynes has signed up to portray Violet's brother Klaus.
Neil Patrick Harris could be joining the young actors in the project as Count Olaf.
Based on the children's novels, A Series of Unfortunate Events follows the lives of orphaned children Violet, Klaus and Sunny Baudelaire.
They are sent to live with Count Olaf, but the villain only has eyes on the family fortune.
A movie adaptation was released in 2004, starring Jim Carrey, Emily Browning and Liam Aiken.


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I'm planning a two week trip to Hawaii with a friend who is a Green Card holder. I know that theoretically he could change his residency to Hawaii, which would allow him to obtain a Hawaiian state ID/drivers license and enjoy the so-called kama'aina (locals) discounts. However registering in another state would take time and its unclear if its allowed to so for such a short period.
So the question is - would it be legal/practical to become a resident of Hawaii just to get the discounts?


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Acute myocardial infarction causes a great number of mortality and morbidity each year. Risk assessment and prognosis is one of the initial steps in approaching a patient with acute myocardial infarction.


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Audrey is a cow with poetry in her blood, who yearns for the greener pastures beyond Bittersweet Farms. But when Roy the horse tells this bovine dreamer that she is headed for Abbot's War, the slaughter house, Audrey knows that she must leave her home and friends sooner than she ever imagined. With the help of a whole crew of animals and humans alike, Audrey attempts to escape the farm she lives on–and certain death. Cleverly written as an oral account, this unique illustrated tale of an animal on the run, told "to camera", uses over thirty narrative voices, including six humans, four cows, three sheep, two sheep dogs, one pig and a very silly rooster. Full of heart and humor, Audrey (cow) is ultimately a very human story about life and death, friendship, and holding on to one's dreams–based more or less on a true story.
Audrey is a sweet middle grade read with a unique narrative style. The story is told through transcripts of interviews with animals and humans. Adorable black and white illustrations are also included throughout.
When Audrey (cow) learns she is heading to the slaughterhouse, she enlists the help of a variety of farm and woodland animals. I was surprised to learn that Audrey was inspired by a true story of Charlene- a cow in Ohio that escaped the slaughterhouse. One can't help to rejoice! However, as a former vegetarian, I quickly found myself thinking (again!) about the treatment of animals for food. As Audrey states, '… I think that if I was to choose just one word to describe myself, that word would be alive." Not only are animals alive, but they have personalities and emotions, and like Audrey, may even enjoy poetry! This book would be a great discussion starter on serious topics like the meat industry, treatment of animals and vegetarianism.
Fortunately, for Audrey, her story is a happy one. With themes of friendship and courage, this book is recommended for all animal lovers.


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Die Mommie Die 2019
Die, Mommie, Die! at the King's Arms, Salford
American Charles Busch, the writer of Die, Mommie, Die! Is well-known as a writer, actor, director and drag artist, having written and performed in over twenty five plays. Die, Mommie, Die! was first produced in 1999 and twenty years on doesn't feel like it has aged at all. Vertigo Theatre Productions first produced the play alongside one of Busch's other plays Psycho Beach Party in 2011, and are revisiting it now as their penultimate Manchester production.
It's 1967. Angela Arden is a faded film and music star, married to film producer Sol P Sussman, mother of two , Edith and Lance, and entertaining a younger lover Tony Parker. Sol is in dire financial straits and threatens Angela, so she plots her revenge. But all is not what it seems and there are many plot twists throughout.
Dale Vicker excels as Angela, the role written for Busch himself. Full of energy he relishes the camp drama queen nature of Angela and gives a stunning performance. Full of quirky expressions and dramatic flair he commands the stage, but retains enough belief in the character so that the final scene is full of pathos but not overdone. But it is his comic timing and physical comedy which is second to none.
He is ably supported by a predominantly excellent cast. Vertigo regular Anna Hiickling makes sex kitten Edith a rounded character and pulls off a superb performance. Benjamin Grey as the rather screwed up Lance is very expressive while Emma Morgan as the maid Bootsie shows off not only her phenomenal acting talent but her highly comedic side.
As ever, award wiinning Craig Hepworth directs with the skill and passion which makes him one of the best directors working in fringe theatre. A single but complex set works excellently and the lighitng, sound and visual fx (by Hepworth and Karl Burge) add to the overall high quality production.
Die. Mommie, Die! is not a fluffy lighthearted show, but a much more surreal dark comedy. However it is hilarious and thoroughly enjoyable to watch. The run at the King's Arms is pretty much sold out but there is also the chance to catch it in London in July. It is one of those shows where you need to do whatever you can to get a ticket. You won't regret it.
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We like feeling special. Because, duh.
When we get exclusive first-looks at new hot books, we feel extra special.
I have it on very good authority that this book, The Deal, is one of the hottest books with a majorly swoon-worthy hero, Garrett.
I mean, look at the cover and #1ClickThatBitch.
Shameless Book Club's Exclusive Excerpt from The Deal by Elle Kennedy
Somehow I've traveled back in time to my third-grade playground days. Unless there's another explanation for why Garrett is goading me into kissing him.
"I don't have to prove a damn thing," I inform him. "I happen to be a fantastic kisser. Sadly, you will never get to find out."
"Never say never," he answers in a singsong voice.
"Thanks for that, Justin Bieber. But yeah, not going to happen, dude."
He sighs. "I get it. You're intimidated by my potent masculinity. Chin up, it happens all the time."
Oh brother. I can still remember the days—all of a week ago—when Garrett Graham wasn't a fixture in my life. When I didn't have to listen to his cocky remarks or see his rogue grins or get drawn into a flirt battle I have no interest in.
Except Garrett happens to be very, very good at one particular thing: throwing down the gauntlet.
"Fear is a fact of life," he says solemnly. "Don't let it get you down, Wellsy. Everyone experiences it." He leans back on his elbows like a bigshot. "Tell you what, I'll give you a free pass. If you're too scared to kiss me, I won't make you."
"Scared?" I rumble. "I'm not scared, dumbass. I just don't want to."
Another sigh rolls out of his chest. "Then I guess we're back to self-confidence issues. Don't worry, there are a lot of bad kissers in this world, sweetheart. I'm sure with practice and perseverance, you'll one day be able to—"
"Fine," I interrupt. "Let's do it."
His mouth slams shut, eyes widening in surprise. Ha. So he didn't expect me to call his bluff.
Our gazes lock in a stare-down for the ages. He's waiting for me to back down, but I'm confident I can wait him out. Maybe it's childish of me, but Garrett has already gotten his way about this tutoring thing. This time I want to win.
But I've underestimated him yet again. His gray eyes darken to smoky metallic silver, and suddenly there's heat in his gaze. Heat, and a gleam of self-assurance, as if he's certain I won't go through with it.
I hear that certainty in the dismissive tone he uses when he finally speaks. "All right, show me what you've got then."
I falter.
Fucking hell. He can't be serious.
And I can't actually be considering meeting this inane challenge. I'm not attracted to Garrett, and I don't want to kiss him. End of story.
Except…well, it doesn't feel like the end of anything. My body is engulfed with flames, and my hands are trembling not from nerves, but anticipation. When I picture his mouth pressed against mine, my heart races faster than a drum-and-bass track.
What the hell is the matter with me?
Garrett inches closer. Our thighs are touching now, and either I'm hallucinating it, or I can actually see his pulse throbbing in the center of his throat.
He can't possibly want this…can he?
My palms grow damp, but I resist wiping them on the front of my leggings because I don't want him to know how unnerved I am. I'm wholly aware of the heat radiating from his jean-clad thigh, the faint scent of his woodsy aftershave, the slight curve of his mouth as he awaits my next move…
"Come on," he mocks. "We don't have all night, baby."
Now I'm bristling. Screw it. It's just a kiss, right? I don't even have to like it. Shutting that smart mouth of his will be reward enough.
Arching a brow, I reach up and touch his cheek.
His breath hitches.
I sweep my thumb over his jaw, stalling, waiting to see if he'll stop me, and when he doesn't, I slowly bring my mouth to his.
Yes, please, and GIVE ME MORE!
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Share Your Story • Robert Carver • December 6, 2013
I have no idea what awaits us in the countless solar systems ringed with planets across our galaxy. I am sure whatever I can imagine won't even come close to the reality that we will find. I hope we discover new life finding out we are not alone in the Cosmos. It would be nice to find some friends and finally get our species out of the cradle and out across the universe.
Become a member of The Planetary Society and together we will create the future of space exploration.
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Air Conditioning vs Open Windows
The weather is warming up in Wilmington, which means it's time for the age-old debate: turn on the air conditioning or open the windows? With technology making central air conditioning more energy efficient, running your unit during the warm seasons doesn't cost anything like it used to. However, getting some fresh air into your home also sounds appealing. Opening the windows also sounds like it would be the most cost efficient way to go. But is it really going to save you money?
Humid Air
Wilmington is located near the ocean, and during the warm seasons, the air gets rather humid. When you leave your windows open, you invite the humidity in. The average humidity level in Wilmington is in the mid-70s, although the mornings often start off in the high 80s. The longer you keep your windows open, the more likely you are to have moisture seep into your furniture and carpeting, which can be difficult to get out (leaving a musty smell over time).
Your air conditioner works not only to keep your home cool, it also works to dehumidify the air inside which, in turn, keeps your home comfortable. If you leave your windows open for any length of time, especially overnight, your air conditioner will need to work overtime to get rid of the excess humidity within your home, driving your energy bills sky high.
Cooling Your Home
Sure, if the weather is particularly nice out in Wilmington, you're probably wondering what the point of leaving the A/C on all day is. Why not throw open the windows and enjoy the fresh breezes? Well, while the air might be nice when you first open the windows, the weather is likely to warm up, which will then start to turn your home into an oven. So, by the time you go to turn on your air conditioner, it will have to work extra hard to bring the inside temperature back to a comfortable number. All this overtime will not only increase your energy bills, it can also prematurely wear out your air conditioner, meaning repairs, or even replacement, before you are ready.
Keeping the Air Clean
Spring brings about so many beautiful things. Sunshine, flowers, trees getting their leaves back. It also brings about pollen and allergies. With the window open, the wind will undoubtedly carry these things into your home, and they will settle everywhere. Suddenly, your eyes are watery and you can't stop sneezing, even if you dust and vacuum regularly. Your air conditioner comes with a filter, which prevents these things from entering your home, keeping your air cleaner, and allowing you to breathe easy.
Other Ways to Keep Your Home Cooler
Turning on your air conditioner in Wilmington doesn't mean your energy bills are going to increase. Energy efficient units have seen to that. But there are also other things you can do throughout your home to help keep it cool, which will then keep you're A/C from constantly running.
Set the temperature of your home to a comfortable level. There's no need to turn it into an icebox. And when you're away, or at night, you can set the temperature a few degrees higher. Programmable, smart, thermostats, provide customizable settings that let you stay in control. Use your ceiling fans to keep air circulating and close blinds or curtains to block the sun. If you have trees nearby, don't chop them down, as they also provide valuable sun coverage. Keep unnecessary appliances that generate heat off, and run things like the dishwasher at night. With a little bit of planning, you can keep your Wilmington home cool and comfortable with the air conditioning on, without breaking the bank.
While opening the windows seems like a good idea, the climate in Wilmington tends to call for air conditioning. Leaving it on, and programmed appropriately, could actually save you more in the long run. At Brinson & Sons, we are your Wilmington air conditioning experts. We can help you with everything, from installation to maintenance in repairs. Give us a call today to learn just what we can do for you!


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Free, on my own that's the way I used to be
Well, this isn't much of a surprise. I'm just wondering at what point someone tries to stop the new Title Rep rules. I feel bad for the reps up here. The ones I know fly right and at this point they're concerned about being seen in a restaurant with a realtor or mortgage broker after the first. I'm also a little ticked off. I need my dry cleaning picked up. Psych! OK, the poor reps I know have endured over a month of "you need to take me out for cocktails before the new rules pass", "you need to pick up my dry cleaning", "you need to buy me a copy machine" and various incarnations of the same from me and Sonofabun. Truth be told, I just need a farm today, in electronic form for a very small neighborhood. Shouldn't be that hard. Yeah, I'm still doing business today, three days before Christmas.
In other news, the FBI says that the theft of copper is threatening the infrastructure of this country. Every time I go into one of our listings I have to check the water heater to be sure that the copper is still there. They don't get that much money for the amount of work it takes to yank it out of a foreclosed property, but we've had some thievery and it's a pain in the ass to rectify. I always thought it was crackheads trying to buy some rock with some old copper tubing.
Every day Bubba comes along a little bit more. One of the things that Beauregard used to do was come in my office and sit on my foot while I was typing. Today, Bubba came into my office and sat on my foot. I absentmindedly reached down and rubbed his chest like I used to do to Beau before I realized it was Bubba sitting there and not Beau. Of course he followed that up by putting his big fat foot on the keyboard and making things pop up on the screen that I'd never seen before, but baby steps little man, baby steps. I also met a lady in Sports Basement who told me she thought he had blue dilution alopecia. Upon reading about it, I'm sure he does. That and gas. If anyone has any homeopathic remedies for CDA let me know. I think the gas is why he's massaging his side. I'm digging through this guy's page. Bubba may be allergic to Innova so he's on duck and sweet potato. Anything that's worked for anyone with a CDA dog will help.
Until I get the button up, I'll link at the end of the posts to my LiveStrong page. Join me in the fight against cancer. Basically if everyone that comes to this site donated a minimum of $5, I would blow my goal away in a week. Let's show them the power of PBE. I know the power of PBE, it got me fired…nevermind. Let's put the power of PBE to work for good. The distance I chose was 65 miles or a metric century. I rode that distance four times last summer. I quit riding distance for about two and a half months when I didn't have health insurance. The idea of sitting in county hospital with a drool cup because I didn't have insurance when some jackhole ran me over was enough to keep me off of city streets. My new insurance has kicked in and I'm back on the road. I did 30 miles on Saturday. It was a slow 30 as I hadn't done any distance in a while but it went by quickly. They've finished the work on Ygnacio and as soon as the holidaze are past and I don't have to worry about getting dusted by eggnog soaked soccer Mom I'll be doing the climb again. I'll be posting my routes again soon, but after a beer soaked afternoon with Sonofabun, I need to quit screwing around on the internets and get to work.
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Leaked phone call reveals Alia Abdel Nour's difficult health situation
A leaked phone call between Alia Abdel Nour, who has been held in UAE jails since 2015, and her family has revealed her poor health situation due to the prison authorities' medical negligence policy.
During the phone call, Alia complained of the inhumane conditions of detention which has contributed significantly to the deterioration of her health.
Alia, who suffers from cancer, is held in a small room without any contact to the outside world, her family added, saying that the UAE authorities are still refusing her medical release without providing any reasons.
Alia's health is in constant deterioration after the cancer spread to all parts of her body, her family warned. They have called for her immediate release before it is too late.


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The Erik Lindgren Home stands as a monument to the skilled log home builders who constructed it and the dedicated Society volunteers who helped save it. The 1922 cedar home and its outlying buildings house an array of artifacts of western frontier life...plus some unique to Finnish pioneers.
(Cannon Beach) Arcadia Beach State Park
(Warrenton) Cullaby Lake County Park
() Del Rey Beach State Park
(Cannon Beach) Ecola Marker and View of Tillamook Rock
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() Gearhart Necanicum Estuary


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Rosita Griffin and daughter, Nicole.
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If you have not stopped by Lunisol, a
new specialty shoe and accessory company on Camino Del Mar, to welcome new merchant Rosita Griffin and her family to the community, put it on your to do list. This hardworking businesswoman and lively mother of three will immediately engage you with a bright smile, and offer suggestions for your wardrobe collection.
Rosita Griffin, founder of Lunisol, got her start in the shoe business at nineteen years old. She came to America from Ecuador in 1991 and quickly learned that footwear is an extension of the individual. This lady with an eye for style has worked on the wholesale side of the shoe industry for many years. Rosita has started and sold multiple brands of high quality leather and fashion forward products to high-end retail outlets such as Fred Segal, Anthropologie, Free People, as well as numerous mail order catalogs.
Family has always been important to Rosita. Her husband Joseph and children have been supportive of her passion for fashion. She proudly named the boutique after her children Lucas, Nicole, and Sol - Lunisol. Her eldest daughter Nicole was involved with opening the store and continues to collaborate with her mother creating product displays. This mother-daughter team cherishes the time they spend running Rosita's first retail store in America.
Lunisol's merchandise makes you feel good about yourself. Perusing their wooden display shelves, you can find colorful, sturdy soles in all shapes and sizes. It appears every category of shoe is represented and artistically placed for shoe lovers. Most all of her products originate in Brazil, a country known for their top-quality leather.
It was a challenge to stay on task during my interview with Rosita and Nicole due to the assortment of accoutrements surrounding me. A variety of vibrant handbags, eye-catching scarves and jewelry embellished with semi-precious stones is offered. Another distinctive item for purchase is a traditional, brimmed hat of Ecuadorian origin called the toquilla straw hat. The familiar term in America is a Panama hat. They are individually handmade and come tucked in a unique wooden hat box for storage. Considering we are a beach community, they also offer the Reef brand flip flops for locals and the tourists who come to town.
I was inspired by Rosita and her daughter Nicole. Being a small business owner has unique challenges. Both are driven, disciplined, and able to identify the products people desire. We are fortunate to have the Griffin family occupying this quaint retail space here in Del Mar.
You can find Lunisol nestled between Julie's Beachwear and Sundancer or online at www.lunisolshoes.com. They are open seven days a week from 11:00am – 6:00pm. Take a peek and browse the specially selected merchandise. Christmas is coming - treat yourself or someone you love!
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