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St. Cloud State vs Ferris State (Mar 05, 2012)
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2012 GLIAC Softball
St. Cloud State vs Ferris State
Mar 05, 2012 at Kissimmee, Fla. (Osceola Complex)
St. Cloud State 5
Player ab r h rbi
Olson ss 3 2 1 2
Dooley 2b 4 1 3 0
Hogan c 3 0 1 1
Lehnen cf 2 0 1 2
Grell 3b 3 0 0 0
Dunsmore lf 1 1 0 0
Saiz 1b 3 0 0 0
Kanak dh 2 1 1 0
Boomgarden rf 2 0 0 0
Merritt p 0 0 0 0
Totals 23 5 7 5
Ferris State 0 (2-4)
Makenzi Peterson 3b 3 0 1 0
Morgan Kramerich cf 3 0 0 0
Stephanie Dusendang lf 3 0 0 0
Chelsea Morris 1b 2 0 0 0
Colby Wittman pr 0 0 0 0
Amy Dunleavy dh 3 0 2 0
Lainee Clay 2b 2 0 0 0
Michelle Tononi ss 2 0 1 0
Liz Hamming c 1 0 0 0
Bianca Vasovski ph 1 0 0 0
Brittney Buti pr 0 0 0 0
Ali Amodeo rf 1 0 0 0
Dana Bowler p 0 0 0 0
Score by Innings                  R  H  E
St. Cloud State..... 101 012 0 -  5  7  1
Ferris State........ 000 000 X -  0  4  1
E - Merritt; Tononi. LOB - St. Cloud St 6; Ferris State 6. 2B - Dooley; Hogan; Lehnen; Dunleavy. HBP - Morris. SH - Boomgarden; Clay. SF - Lehnen. SB - Olson; Dooley; Dunsmore 2.
St. Cloud State ip h r er bb so wp bk hbp ibb ab bf fo go
Merritt W 6.0 4 0 0 1 2 0 0 1 0 21 24 7 8
Ferris State ip h r er bb so wp bk hbp ibb ab bf fo go
Dana Bowler L,0-3 6.0 7 5 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 23 29 7 6
HBP - by Merritt (Morris).
Strikeouts - Hogan; Lehnen; Grell; Saiz; Kramerich 2. Walks - Olson; Dunsmore 2; Kanak; Amodeo.
Umpires -
Start: 5:50 pm Time: 2:00 Attendance: 100
Weather: Sunny 75
Player ab r h rbi bb so po a lob
Olson ss 3 2 1 2 1 0 0 0 0
Dooley 2b 4 1 3 0 0 0 3 1 1
Hogan c 3 0 1 1 0 1 3 0 0
Lehnen cf 2 0 1 2 0 1 1 1 0
Grell 3b 3 0 0 0 0 1 1 3 3
Dunsmore lf 1 1 0 0 2 0 1 0 0
Saiz 1b 3 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 0
Kanak dh 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0
Boomgarden rf 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2
Merritt p 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0
Totals 23 5 7 5 4 4 18 8 6
Makenzi Peterson 3b 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 2 0
Morgan Kramerich cf 3 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 2
Stephanie Dusendang lf 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1
Chelsea Morris 1b 2 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 1
Colby Wittman pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Amy Dunleavy dh 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lainee Clay 2b 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 1
Michelle Tononi ss 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0
Liz Hamming c 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 1
Bianca Vasovski ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Brittney Buti pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Ali Amodeo rf 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0
Dana Bowler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0
Win - Merritt. Loss - Bowler. Save - None. HBP - by Merritt (Morris).
St. Cloud State vs Ferris State - Composite Box Score
St. Cloud State ab r h rbi 2b 3b hr bb sb cs hp sh sf so ibb kl gdp po a e
Olson ss 3 2 1 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Dooley 2b 4 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0
Hogan c 3 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 3 0 0
Lehnen cf 2 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 1 0
Grell 3b 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 3 0
Dunsmore lf 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0
Saiz 1b 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 7 0 0
Kanak dh 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Boomgarden rf 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0
Merritt p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 1
Totals 23 5 7 5 3 0 0 4 4 0 0 1 1 4 0 2 0 18 8 1
Ferris State ab r h rbi 2b 3b hr bb sb cs hp sh sf so ibb kl gdp po a e
Peterson 3b 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0
Kramerich cf 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0
Dusendang lf 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0
Morris 1b 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0
Wittman pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Dunleavy dh 3 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Clay 2b 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0
Tononi ss 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1
Hamming c 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0
Vasovski ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Buti pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Amodeo rf 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0
Bowler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0
St. Cloud State starters: 18/ss Olson; 6/2b Dooley; 28/c Hogan; 44/cf Lehnen; 15/3b Grell; 24/lf Dunsmore; 12/1b Saiz; 23/dh Kanak; 10/rf Boomgarden; 7/p Merritt;
Ferris State starters: 2/3b Peterson; 1/cf Kramerich; 5/lf Dusendang; 12/1b Morris; 22/dh Dunleavy; 13/2b Clay; 8/ss Tononi; 11/c Hamming; 3/rf Amodeo; 9/p Bowler;
St. Cloud State 1st - Olson reached on an error by ss. Dooley singled; Olson advanced to second. Dooley stole second; Olson stole third. Hogan popped up to 2b. Lehnen flied out to lf, SAC, RBI; Olson scored, unearned. Grell popped up to 2b. 1 run, 1 hit, 1 error, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 1st - Peterson flied out to cf. Kramerich reached on an error by p. Dusendang grounded out to 3b; Kramerich advanced to second. Morris grounded out to p. 0 runs, 0 hits, 1 error, 1 LOB.
St. Cloud State 2nd - Dunsmore walked. Dunsmore stole second. Saiz grounded out to 3b. Dunsmore stole third. Kanak reached on a fielder's choice; Dunsmore out at home ss to p. Boomgarden flied out to cf. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 2nd - Dunleavy doubled. Clay grounded out to p, SAC; Dunleavy advanced to third. Tononi popped up to 2b. Hamming grounded out to 2b. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
St. Cloud State 3rd - Olson flied out to rf. Dooley singled. Hogan doubled, RBI; Dooley scored. Lehnen struck out looking. Grell flied out to rf. 1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 3rd - Amodeo popped up to 3b. Peterson singled. Kramerich struck out swinging. Dusendang flied out to lf. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
St. Cloud State 4th - Dunsmore grounded out to 2b. Saiz struck out swinging. Kanak walked. Boomgarden grounded out to p. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 4th - Morris popped up to p. Dunleavy flied out to rf. Clay grounded out to 1b unassisted. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 0 LOB.
St. Cloud State 5th - Olson walked. Dooley doubled; Olson advanced to third. Hogan struck out looking. Lehnen doubled, RBI; Dooley advanced to third, out at home lf to c; Olson scored. Grell struck out swinging. 1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 5th - Tononi singled. Vasovski pinch hit for Hamming. Vasovski reached on a fielder's choice; Tononi out at second 3b to 2b. Vasovski pinch hit for Hamming. Amodeo walked; Vasovski advanced to second. Buti pinch ran for Vasovski. Peterson popped up to c. Kramerich struck out swinging. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 LOB.
St. Cloud State 6th - Hamming to c for Buti. Dunsmore walked. Saiz popped up to 3b. Kanak singled; Dunsmore advanced to second. Boomgarden grounded out to 3b, SAC; Kanak advanced to second; Dunsmore advanced to third. Olson singled, 2 RBI; Kanak scored; Dunsmore scored. Dooley grounded out to p. 2 runs, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
Ferris State 6th - Dusendang grounded out to 3b. Morris hit by pitch. Wittman pinch ran for Morris. Dunleavy singled; Wittman out at second cf to 2b. Clay grounded out to p. 0 runs, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 LOB.
St. Cloud State 7th - No play. No play. Morris to 1b for Wittman. 0 runs, 0 hits, 0 errors, 0 LOB.
Plate appearance breakdown
St. Cloud State vs Ferris State - Plate Appearance Breakdown
batting plate appearances vs vs rbi with adv with lead bases runner rnrs rnrs 2out gnd fly
St. Cloud State tpa ab h bb hp sh sf ci left right ops rnrs ops 2outs off% full on3rd adv lob rbi out out
Olson ss 4 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 0-0 1-3 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-1 2-3 0-0 0-0 0 0 2 0 1
Dooley 2b 4 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 3-4 0-0 2-3 2-3 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 1 0 1 0
Hogan c 3 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 1-3 0-2 1-3 1-3 0-0 0-2 0-0 0-2 0 0 0 0 1
Lehnen cf 3 2 1 0 0 0 1 0 0-0 1-2 1-2 1-2 2-3 0-0 0-0 0-0 2-2 1 0 0 0 1
Grell 3b 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 3 0 0 2
Dunsmore lf 3 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 2-3 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 1 0
Saiz 1b 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-3 0-1 0-2 0-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 1 1
Kanak dh 3 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0-0 1-2 0-1 1-2 1-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-1 0 0 0 1 0
Boomgarden rf 3 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0-0 0-2 0-0 0-2 1-3 0-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 2 2 0 2 1
Merritt p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals...... 29 23 7 4 0 1 1 0 0-0 7-23 2-10 6-18 8-20 1-7 4-8 0-0 2-5 3 6 2 6 7
pitching batters faced vs vs with with lead gnd fly
St. Cloud State bf ab h bb hp sh sf ci 2b 3b hr wp bk kl left right rnrs 2out off% out out np
Merritt 24 21 4 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0-3 4-18 1-11 0-6 2-6 8 7 -
Ferris State tpa ab h bb hp sh sf ci left right ops rnrs ops 2outs off% full on3rd adv lob rbi out out
Peterson 3b 3 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 1-3 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 2
Kramerich cf 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-3 0-1 0-2 0-2 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 2 0 0 0
Dusendang lf 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-3 0-0 0-2 1-2 0-1 0-1 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 2 1
Morris 1b 3 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0-0 0-2 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-0 0-0 0 1 0 1 1
Wittman pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 0
Dunleavy dh 3 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 2-3 0-0 1-1 0-1 0-0 1-1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 1
Clay 2b 3 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0-0 0-2 0-0 0-1 1-2 0-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 1 1 0 3 0
Tononi ss 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 1-2 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-0 1-1 0-0 0-1 0 0 0 0 1
Hamming c 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 1 0 1 0
Vasovski ph 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-1 0-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 1 0
Buti pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 0
Amodeo rf 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 1-1 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 1
Bowler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals...... 24 21 4 1 1 1 0 0 0-0 4-21 0-5 1-11 3-13 0-6 2-6 0-0 0-1 2 6 0 8 7
Ferris State bf ab h bb hp sh sf ci 2b 3b hr wp bk kl left right rnrs 2out off% out out np
Bowler 29 23 7 4 0 1 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 2 1-2 6-21 6-18 1-7 4-8 6 7 -
St. Cloud State 5, Ferris State 0 (Mar 05, 2012 at Kissimmee, Fla.)
Ferris State........ 000 000 X -  0  4  1      (2-4)
Pitchers: St. Cloud State - Merritt and Hogan. Ferris State - Dana Bowler and Liz Hamming.
Win-Merritt  Loss-Dana Bowler(0-3)  T-2:00  A-100


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Protozoan disease; Paramyxea; Marteilia spp.
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The geographical distribution of M. refringens is: France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, and Spain. Marteilia sydneyi is found in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.
The period of infection for M. refringens in Ostrea edulis is confined to spring and summer, when water temperature is greater than 17°C ( 1, 12, 14 ) . Oysters may become infected with M. sydneyi in summer and early autumn. However, the disease is not seasonal, heavy mortality occurs and spores may be found all year round. High salinities limit the development of Marteilia spp.
The mode of infection and the life cycle outside the host are unknown. Because it has not been possible to transmit the disease experimentally in the laboratory, possible intermediate hosts are suspected ( 2, 4, 14, 22, 28 ) .
For diagnosis, the recommended guidelines for sampling are those stated in Chapter 1.1.4 and Chapter I.2. of this Aquatic Manual .
Saccostrea glomerata Natural occurrence OIE Diagnostic Manual for Aquatic Animal Diseases 2003 (4th edition).
Saccostrea glomerata Natural occurrence World Animal Health in 2004. Part 1. Reports on the animal health status and disease control methods. Page 58 (6).
Mytilus galloprovincialis Experimental demonstration Contamination expérimentale de Mytilus galloprovincialis Lmk par Marteilia refringens.
Ostrea edulis Natural occurrence Development of the epidemiological situation resulting from the presence of Bonamia ostreae since 1979.
Saccostrea ( =Crassostrea ) commercialis Experimental demonstration Outbreaks of Marteilia sydneyi in Sydney rock oysters and their relationship with environmental pH.
Saccostrea ( =Crassostrea ) commercialis Natural occurrence Outbreaks of Marteilia sydneyi in Sydney rock oysters and their relationship with environmental pH.
Tiostrea chilensis ( = T. lutaria ) Natural occurrence Synopsis of infectious disease and parasites of commercially exploited shellfish.


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One of the most emotion-evoking pianist magnets I know in our jazz era, 35 year old Japanese impresario Hiromi gives us another ranting, rhythmic, and even romantic album on her "Hiromi Live". If you listen on [good quality] headphones, you will quickly develop a dizzy adrenaline rush, just on her first song, "Alive". Her left bass hand is heavy, but lilts into softer, kinder melodic ballads. Even the song titles of this album explain Hiromi's progression on life. "Dreamer" is the most beautiful on the album, spinning the listener into a trance-like meditation. "Seeker" has an easy bluesy swing with a tinge of funk and humour.
But it's her drummer, Simon Phillips, who fills all the stereophonic spaces with various drum rolls, taps, rumbles, and pulses. Your head reels now. In fact, he makes this album. Drums tend to dominate amongst Hiromi's piano runs, but stay true to the focus of the album, to be alive!
Hiromi's right hand runs, although some of the fastest I've ever heard, manage to lessen the stress. In "Wanderer" she moves from a walk to a bebop swing. In "Player", double bassist, Anthony Jackson, comes alive with another bebop saunter, walking along with improvising keys. Likewise, "warrior" hits a nerve of competition and struggle as part of life's expectation. It's an energetic piece, again thanks to the drums' variety of rhythms. We finally start to mellow as life matures in the melodic and soft "Firefly", and resolves into a beautiful gospel spell in "Spirit". Its tune lingers with the electric bass soloing, almost mournfully.
After bouncy and lilting refrains, moving towards a spiritual resolution, "Life Goes On" jolts one into an upbeat, funky swing, reminding us that nothing really comes to an end. Life IS a dizzying journey – Hiromi has a style all her own. This is a must-listen-to album if you can hold on long enough. See her video of the "Alive" song on http://www.hiromimusic.com/ taken during the studio recording. Awesome stuff!
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Valentine & Co
Specialist insolvency and recovery professionals
North London – Barnet
The City of London – St Pauls
Valentine & Co provides a number of services to its clients, both corporate and personal.
Click on the following procedures for an overview and to find out how Valentine & Co can assist you.
Corporate Recovery / Insolvency
Businesses facing financial pressures require effective advice and prompt action. Valentine & Co are experienced in delivering comprehensive services tailored to each individual client. Our priority is to recover businesses where viable and maximise value for all concerned.
Administration >>
When Appointed Administrator, the affairs, business and property are managed by the Office Holder who acts as agent of the respective company without personal liability.
Administration is a useful procedure for companies which appear to be viable (at least in part) as a going concern.It is used as a rescue tool for insolvent businesses, allowing continued trading with a view to the sale of the business and/or its assets as well as potentially saving jobs.
Entering into administration can be done very quickly. The appointment of an administrator can be made by the Court, a qualifying floating chargeholder, the directors, the company or by one or more creditors.
The administration procedure usually lasts for a maximum of 12 months and is followed by an exit strategy (usually liquidation, dissolution or a voluntary arrangement).
A company may enter into administration with the aim of:
1. rescuing the company as a going concern; or
2. achieving a better result for the company's creditors as a whole than would be likely if the company were wound up (without first being in administration); or
3. realising property in order to make a distribution to one or more secured or preferential creditors.
A company in administration is automatically protected from creditors commencing or continuing legal action against it, known as a moratorium.
A 'pre-pack' administration is where a purchaser is found for the business and/or its assets prior to the administration an effected immediately upon, or shortly after, the appointment of an administrator.
Valentine & Co will advise you on the administration procedure and the effects on the company, its creditors and the directors.
Call us now on 020 3959 9595 to discuss your options.
Creditors Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) >>
The CVL procedure is the most popular mechanism for closing down and winding-up a company that is insolvent and is unable to meet its liabilities as and when they fall due. The procedure is used where a rescue in not viable.A CVL is initiated by the director(s) of a company who, with shareholders, nominate an Insolvency Practitioner to wind up the insolvent company. Creditors formally make the appointment at a meeting of creditors, usually held within 2-4 weeks of seeking advice.
Valentine & Co will assist you in the preparation of the company's statement of affairs (effectively a balance sheet), together with a report to creditors outlining the company's position.
The liquidator must be a licensed Insolvency Practitioner who will dispose of all company assets and share the proceeds with creditors in accordance with their adjudicated claims and priorities.
The liquidator will also report on the conduct of the directors in relation to the demise of the company. Directors must be mindful at all times that if their company is struggling, they should not continue to trade whilst knowingly insolvent, unless they are very confident that the company's fortunes will change.
Valentine & Co will advise you of all your options, your responsibilities and the consequences of the CVL procedure.
Members Voluntary Liquidation (MVL) >>
An MVL takes place when the director(s) swear a statutory declaration stating that the company has sufficient assets to be able to pay all of its creditors in full (together with all costs and statutory interest) within 12 months.This usually takes place when the director(s) of a company believe that the company is solvent and no longer wishes for the company to trade.
The statutory declaration will state that the directors have made a full inquiry into the company's affairs. The declaration will include a statement of the company's assets and liabilities as at the latest practicable date before making the declaration.
Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) >>
A CVA is a legally binding agreement between a company and its creditors. It is often in the best interests of an insolvent company's creditors and can allow the company to continue trading under the control of its directors and avoid redundancies.The company proposes an agreement with its creditors detailing how its debt is to be repaid. The CVA proposal will be based on the level of debt the company can reasonably afford to pay over a given period and may provide for partial or full repayment.
The CVA requires the approval of at least 75%, in value, of the voting creditors. If approved, the CVA will bind all creditors who were entitled to vote.
Valentine & Co are experienced in providing you with practical advice on proposing a viable CVA and dealing with issues such as ongoing funding and future profitability.
Valentine & Co will assist you in the preparation of all documents and deal with your creditors directly.
Compulsory Liquidation >>
Individuals facing financial difficulties require expert advice and practical guidance. Valentine & Co can assist with your debt and financial difficulties and provide peace of mind.
Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) >>
An IVA is a legally binding agreement between an individual and their creditors. It is often in the best interests of the creditors and can allow an individual to continue in their profession and remain as a director of a company.The individual proposes an agreement with their creditors, detailing how their debt is to be repaid. The IVA proposal will be based on the level of debt the individual can reasonably afford to pay over a given period and may provide for partial or full repayment.
The IVA requires the approval of at least 75%, in value, of the voting creditors. If approved, the IVA will bind all creditors who were entitled to vote.
Valentine & Co are experienced in providing you with practical advice on proposing a viable IVA, which usually involves a monthly contribution over a given period, typically 5 years.
Bankruptcy >>
Bankruptcy is one way of dealing with debts you cannot pay and should only be considered as a last resort. The bankruptcy proceeding discharges you from most debts, allowing you to make a fresh start.Your estate (comprising of your assets) will be vest in a trustee who has a duty to realise any interest you have and distribute the proceeds among your creditors. You will be allowed to keep essentials for living and tools of your trade.
If there is equity in your property, then this is likely to also be realised. Your bank accounts will be frozen and your credit cards stopped. There are a number of restrictions and obligations whilst you are an undischarged bankrupt, including, being unable to practice certain professions, act as a company director and taking further credit.
Any individual can go bankrupt, including individual members of a partnership. You may petition for your own bankruptcy or one of your creditors, owed more than £5,000, can petition to the Court.
Valentine & Co can provide you with expert advice and practical guidance.


Author Bobb Biehl said he decided about twenty years ago to make a hobby of asking questions. Questions help us to focus. He began collecting them, and included an entire chapter of questions in his book, Increasing Your Leadership Confidence.


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Working and running together
By The Health News Team | March 10, 2021
Back in February 2020, before the world turned upside down, Adriana Lara, a medical assistant at Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown, approached her colleagues with an idea.
"Let's do something fun and healthy," she said. From that initial declaration, the "Summit Squad" hiking group was born.
"We wanted to do something positive that also helped decrease stress and promoted team building," says Misty Jones, RN, nurse and patient care supervisor. "Our goal was to complete San Diego's 5-Peak Challenge."
The 5-Peak Challenge encourages individuals to hike Cowles Mountain, Pyles Peak, Kwaay Paay, South Fortuna and North Fortuna in Mission Trails Regional Park.
Unfortunately, this goal was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of the hiking trails closed in San Diego County, and the group stopped its weekly hikes in mid-April. Before being curtailed, the group hiked Cowles Mountain, Mission Trails, Pyles Peak and Iron Mountain. They hope to resume their hikes in 2021.
In July 2020, during a primary care department huddle, Dr. Jyotu Sandhu, a family medicine doctor with Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown, brought up the idea of starting a running group. The idea was quickly embraced by his colleagues.
"I thought it would be a positive way to relieve stress during COVID-19," says Dr. Sandhu. "The gyms were closed, and I didn't want that to be an excuse not to work out. I wanted to serve as an example to others that, despite these unprecedented times, we could find positive and productive ways to care for ourselves. I figured it would also facilitate camaraderie."
It has certainly achieved that. Several hiking group team members have joined this group, and they've been off and "running" nearly every weekend. During the week, members discuss their weekend plans and determine which day works for the majority of interested members.
The group takes the necessary precautions to remain safe: They meet outside, wear masks and maintain social distancing. They also avoid congested areas and refrain from using their hands to activate crosswalk buttons.
"We don't run in a big group, but rather at our own pace," says Jones. "We take breaks to ensure everyone stays together and no one gets lost. And we always apply sunscreen."
The group meets every weekend at a new location. They've traversed through downtown, Little Italy, Seaport Village, Balboa Park, Torrey Pines, Solana Beach, Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve.
Adriana Lara
Adriana Lara is a medical assistant at Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown.
Misty Jones
Misty Jones, RN, is a nurse and patient care supervisor at Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown
Dr. Jyotu Sandhu
Dr. Jyotu Sandhu is a family medicine doctor with Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group.


And gave it to the men who proudly wear the U.S. Air Force blue.
They're a rugged and ready crew.
And you can bet your boots the world looks up to U.S. Air Force Blue.
To U.S. Air Force Blue!
the sky's no limit in the Air Force.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
My condolences on the loss of a man who helped make the United States great. A sharp salute to Uncle Doug, may he rest in peace.


I'm so honored that one of my quilts is in the That Patchwork Place 2017 Quilt Calendar.
My Love Birds quilt from my book is in the calendar for February. How exciting!
Martingale has asked us "calendar girls" to take a selfie with our quilt from the calendar. So, although I am not much of a selfie taker, here is mine.
All of the quilts included in the calendar come with full instructions to make each one. It's beautiful!
I have an extra calendar to give away to one of you! Leave a comment below and I'll pick a winner in a few days! I hope your having a lovely summer (or winter).


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//
//  FindDeviceViewController.m
//  Vicinity
//
//  Created by Ben Ford on 10/28/13.
//
//  The MIT License (MIT)
//
//  Copyright (c) 2013 Instrument Marketing Inc
//
//  Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy
//  of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal
//  in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights
//  to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell
//  copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is
//  furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:
//
//  The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in
//  all copies or substantial portions of the Software.
//
//  THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
//  IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
//  FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE
//  AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER
//  LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM,
//  OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN
//  THE SOFTWARE.

#import "FindDeviceViewController.h"
#import "INBeaconService.h"
#import "EasyLayout.h"
#import "ButtonMaker.h"
#import "BeaconCircleView.h"
#import "GraphView.h"

#define USE_RSSI_RANGE NO

#define IS_BEACON NO

#define GRAPH_UPDATE_INTERVAL 5

#define Delay_INDetectorRangeImmediate	1.2f
#define Delay_INDetectorRangeNear		1.5f
#define Delay_INDetectorRangeFar		1.8f

#define ColorFirst	[UIColor greenColor]
#define ColorSecond [UIColor yellowColor]
#define ColorThird	[UIColor orangeColor]
#define ColorFourth [UIColor redColor]

#define ColorChangeInterval 5.0f

@interface FindDeviceViewController () <INBeaconServiceDelegate>

@end

@implementation FindDeviceViewController
{
	GraphView *graph;
    UILabel *statusLabel;
    UILabel *delayLabel;
	UILabel *rssiLabel;
	NSMutableArray *rssiValues;
    BeaconCircleView *baseCircle;
    BeaconCircleView *targetCircle;
    UIButton *modeButton;
	bool colorChangeEnabled;
	bool graphViewEnabled;
	int graphUpdateCount;
}

#pragma mark - View Lifecycle

- (id)init
{
    if ((self = [super init])) {

    }
    return self;
}

- (void)viewDidLoad
{
    [super viewDidLoad];
	[self loadUI];
}

- (void)viewDidAppear:(BOOL)animated
{
    [super viewDidAppear:animated];
	if(IS_BEACON){
		[self startBroadCasting];
	} else {
		[self startDetecting];
	}
}

- (void)viewDidDisappear:(BOOL)animated
{
	[super viewDidDisappear:animated];
	if(IS_BEACON){
		[self stopBroadCasting];
	} else {
		[self stopDetecting];
	}
}

#pragma mark - INBeaconServiceDelegate

/*
 * Method called by the iBeacon, starts the animation
 * @param uuid string the unique device identifier
 * @param range INDetectorRange the detected range between the iBeacon and the device
 * @param delay float the calculated delay based on the detected RSSI value
 * @param rssi int the detected RSSI value
 * @param date NSDate the date and time the iBeacon sent the message to this device
 */
- (void)service:(INBeaconService *)service foundDeviceUUID:(NSString *)uuid withRange:(INDetectorRange)range andDelay:(float)delay andRSSI:(int)rssi andDate:(NSDate *)date
{
	if(range != INDetectorRangeUnknown){
		if(USE_RSSI_RANGE){
			[self startAnimationWithTime:[self calculateTimeLeft:date] andRange:range];
		} else {
			[self startAnimationWithTime:[self calculateTimeLeft:date] andDelay:delay];
		}
	} else {
		[self.view setBackgroundColor:[UIColor whiteColor]];
	}

	[rssiLabel setText:[NSString stringWithFormat:@"RSSI: %i", rssi]];
	[delayLabel setText:[NSString stringWithFormat:@"Delay: %.2f", delay]];
	[rssiValues addObject:[NSNumber numberWithDouble:rssi * -0.01]];

	if(graphViewEnabled){
		[self updateGraph];
	}
}

#pragma mark - Graph Methods

/*
 * Method to update graph at the defined interval
 */
- (void)updateGraph
{
	graphUpdateCount ++;
	if(graphUpdateCount >= GRAPH_UPDATE_INTERVAL){
		[graph updateGraph];
		graphUpdateCount = 0;
	}
}

#pragma mark - Animation Methods

/*
 * Method to start Animation based on a delay
 * @param time NSTimeInterval the ColorChangeInterval minus the time it took to send the message from the iBeacon to the device
 * @param delay float the calculated delay based on the detected RSSI value
 */
- (void)startAnimationWithTime:(NSTimeInterval)time andDelay:(float)delay
{
	if(colorChangeEnabled){
		colorChangeEnabled = false;
		[self performSelector:@selector(setBackgroundColor) withObject:nil afterDelay:delay];
		[self performSelector:@selector(enableColorChange) withObject:nil afterDelay:time];
	}
}

/*
 * Method to start Animation based on a delay
 * @param time NSTimeInterval the ColorChangeInterval minus the time it took to send the message from the iBeacon to the device
 * @param range INDetectorRange the determined range
 */
- (void)startAnimationWithTime:(NSTimeInterval)time andRange:(INDetectorRange)range
{
	if(colorChangeEnabled){
		colorChangeEnabled = false;
		switch (range) {
			case INDetectorRangeImmediate:
				[self performSelector:@selector(setBackgroundColor) withObject:nil afterDelay:Delay_INDetectorRangeImmediate];
				[self performSelector:@selector(enableColorChange) withObject:nil afterDelay:time];
				break;
			case INDetectorRangeNear:
				[self performSelector:@selector(setBackgroundColor) withObject:nil afterDelay:Delay_INDetectorRangeNear];
				[self performSelector:@selector(enableColorChange) withObject:nil afterDelay:time];
				break;
			case INDetectorRangeFar:
				[self performSelector:@selector(setBackgroundColor) withObject:nil afterDelay:Delay_INDetectorRangeFar];
				[self performSelector:@selector(enableColorChange) withObject:nil afterDelay:time];
				break;
			default:
				break;
		}
	}
}

/*
 * Method to enable listening for the next color change
 */
- (void)enableColorChange
{
	colorChangeEnabled = true;
}

/*
 * Method to set a background color based on the last background color
 */
- (void)setBackgroundColor
{
	if(self.view.backgroundColor == ColorFirst){
		[self.view setBackgroundColor:ColorSecond];
	} else if(self.view.backgroundColor == ColorSecond){
		[self.view setBackgroundColor:ColorThird];
	} else if(self.view.backgroundColor == ColorThird){
		[self.view setBackgroundColor:ColorFourth];
	} else {
		[self.view setBackgroundColor:ColorFirst];
	}
}

/*
 * Method to calculate the delay between the time the iBeacon sent the message
 * and the time the device received the message
 * @param NSDate date the date and time the iBeacon sent the message
 * @returns NSTimeInterval time the ColorChangeInterval minus the time
 * it took for the device to receive the message from the iBeacon
 */
- (NSTimeInterval)calculateTimeLeft:(NSDate *)date
{
	NSTimeInterval operationTime = ColorChangeInterval;
	NSTimeInterval timeInterval = [date timeIntervalSinceNow];
	return (operationTime + timeInterval);
}

#pragma mark - State Methods

/*
 * Method to start detecting iBeacons
 */
- (void)startDetecting
{
	if(![[INBeaconService singleton] isDetecting]){
		[[INBeaconService singleton] addDelegate:self];
		[[INBeaconService singleton] startDetecting];
		[self changeInterfaceToDetectMode];
	}
}
/*
 * Method to stop detecting iBeacons
 */
- (void)stopDetecting
{
	if([[INBeaconService singleton] isDetecting]){
		[[INBeaconService singleton] removeDelegate:self];
		[[INBeaconService singleton] stopDetecting];
		[self changeInterfaceToOffMode];
	}
}
/*
 * Method to start detecting broadcasting to devices
 */
- (void)startBroadCasting
{
	if(![[INBeaconService singleton] isBroadcasting]){
		[[INBeaconService singleton] addDelegate:self];
		[[INBeaconService singleton] startBroadcasting];
		[self changeInterfaceToBroadcastMode];
	}
}
/*
 * Method to stop detecting broadcasting to devices
 */
- (void)stopBroadCasting
{
	if([[INBeaconService singleton] isBroadcasting]){
		[[INBeaconService singleton] removeDelegate:self];
		[[INBeaconService singleton] stopBroadcasting];
		[self changeInterfaceToOffMode];
	}
}

#pragma mark - Button Action

/*
 * Method to change the state
 */
- (void)didToggleMode:(UIButton *)button
{
	if(IS_BEACON){
		if([button isSelected]) {
			[self stopBroadCasting];
		} else {
			[self startBroadCasting];
		}
	} else {
		if ([button isSelected]) {
			[self stopDetecting];
		} else {
			[self startDetecting];
		}
	}
}

#pragma mark - UI Methods

/*
 * Method to load the initial UI
 */
- (void)loadUI
{
	self.view.backgroundColor = [UIColor whiteColor];

    UIView *bottomToolbar = [[UIView alloc] init];
    [bottomToolbar setBackgroundColor:[UIColor colorWithWhite:0.11f alpha:1.0f]];
    [bottomToolbar setExtSize:CGSizeMake(self.view.extSize.width, 82.0f)];
    [EasyLayout bottomCenterView:bottomToolbar inParentView:self.view offset:CGSizeZero];
    [self.view addSubview:bottomToolbar];

    statusLabel = [[UILabel alloc] init];
    [statusLabel setTextColor:[UIColor whiteColor]];
    [statusLabel setFont:[UIFont fontWithName:@"HelveticaNeue-Light" size:28.0f]];
    [statusLabel setText:@"Searching..."];
	[statusLabel setBackgroundColor:[UIColor clearColor]];
    [EasyLayout sizeLabel:statusLabel mode:ELLineModeSingle maxWidth:self.view.extSize.width];
    [EasyLayout centerView:statusLabel inParentView:bottomToolbar offset:CGSizeZero];
    [bottomToolbar addSubview:statusLabel];

    baseCircle = [[BeaconCircleView alloc] init];
    [EasyLayout positionView:baseCircle aboveView:bottomToolbar horizontallyCenterWithView:self.view offset:CGSizeMake(0.0f, -50.0f)];
    [self.view addSubview:baseCircle];

    targetCircle = [[BeaconCircleView alloc] init];
    [EasyLayout topCenterView:targetCircle inParentView:self.view offset:CGSizeMake(0.0f, 50.0f)];
    [self.view addSubview:targetCircle];

    delayLabel = [[UILabel alloc] init];
	[delayLabel setTextColor:[UIColor blackColor]];
    [delayLabel setFont:[UIFont fontWithName:@"HelveticaNeue-Light" size:16.0f]];
	[delayLabel setText:@"Delay: 0.00"];
	[delayLabel setBackgroundColor:[UIColor clearColor]];
    [EasyLayout sizeLabel:delayLabel mode:ELLineModeMulti maxWidth:100.0f];
    [EasyLayout positionView:delayLabel toRightAndVerticalCenterOfView:targetCircle offset:CGSizeMake(15.0f, 0.0f)];
    [self.view addSubview:delayLabel];

	rssiLabel = [[UILabel alloc] init];
    [rssiLabel setTextColor:[UIColor blackColor]];
    [rssiLabel setFont:[UIFont fontWithName:@"HelveticaNeue-Light" size:16.0f]];
    [rssiLabel setText:@"RSSI: -00"];
	[rssiLabel setBackgroundColor:[UIColor clearColor]];
    [EasyLayout sizeLabel:rssiLabel mode:ELLineModeMulti maxWidth:100.0f];
    [EasyLayout positionView:rssiLabel toRightAndVerticalCenterOfView:targetCircle offset:CGSizeMake(15.0f, 30.0f)];
    [self.view addSubview:rssiLabel];

	if(IS_BEACON){
		modeButton = [ButtonMaker plainButtonWithNormalImageName:@"mode_button_broadcasting_off.png" selectedImageName:@"mode_button_broadcasting.png"];
	} else {
		modeButton = [ButtonMaker plainButtonWithNormalImageName:@"mode_button_detecting_off.png" selectedImageName:@"mode_button_detecting.png"];
	}
    [modeButton addTarget:self action:@selector(didToggleMode:) forControlEvents:UIControlEventTouchUpInside];
	[modeButton setSelected:TRUE];
    [EasyLayout positionView:modeButton aboveView:bottomToolbar offset:CGSizeMake(10.0f, -10.0f)];
	[self.view addSubview:modeButton];

	if(!IS_BEACON){
		rssiValues = [[NSMutableArray alloc]init];
		CGRect rect = CGRectMake(0.0f, 0.0f, self.view.frame.size.width, self.view.frame.size.height - 82.0f);
		graph = [[GraphView alloc]initWithFrame:rect];
		[graph setDefaultArray:rssiValues];
		[self.view addSubview:graph];
		[self.view bringSubviewToFront:modeButton];
		graphViewEnabled = true;
		graphUpdateCount = 0;
	}
}

/*
 * Method to load the broadcast UI
 */
- (void)changeInterfaceToBroadcastMode
{
	[statusLabel setText:@"Broadcasting..."];
    [EasyLayout sizeLabel:statusLabel mode:ELLineModeSingle maxWidth:self.view.extSize.width];
    [targetCircle setHidden:true];
    [delayLabel setHidden:true];
	[rssiLabel setHidden:true];
	[modeButton setSelected:true];
    [baseCircle startAnimationWithDirection:BeaconDirectionUp];
}

/*
 * Method to load the detect UI
 */
- (void)changeInterfaceToDetectMode
{
    [statusLabel setText:@"Detecting..."];
    [EasyLayout sizeLabel:statusLabel mode:ELLineModeSingle maxWidth:self.view.extSize.width];
	[targetCircle setHidden:false];
    [delayLabel setHidden:false];
	[rssiLabel setHidden:false];
	[modeButton setSelected:true];
    [targetCircle startAnimationWithDirection:BeaconDirectionDown];
	colorChangeEnabled = true;
	[graph setDefaultArray:rssiValues];
}

/*
 * Method to load the stopped UI
 */
- (void)changeInterfaceToOffMode
{
	[statusLabel setText:@"Stopped..."];
	[targetCircle setHidden:true];
	[delayLabel setHidden:true];
	[rssiLabel setHidden:true];
	[modeButton setSelected:false];

	if(IS_BEACON){
		[baseCircle stopAnimation];
	} else {
		rssiValues = [[NSMutableArray alloc]init];
		[targetCircle stopAnimation];
	}
}

#pragma mark - Supported Orientations

- (NSUInteger)supportedInterfaceOrientations
{
    return UIInterfaceOrientationMaskPortrait;
}

@end

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Margaret Wild is one of Australia's best-known and best-loved authors for young people. She has published around 50 picture books for young children, and two verse novels for teenagers. Ron Brooks is an acclaimed illustrator of classic picture books, some of which have stayed in print for over 30 years.
A duck dressed in baby clothes, a horse dying on the tattie-howking, a soldier coming home from WW1, an aircraft crash-landing on the sweetshop, a boy birched for poaching rabbits, dreaded schooldays at Bell Baxter, life below stairs in the big house, haughty ladies of the hunt... Terry Telfords father was butler to the Laird at Teasses House near Ceres, Fife. Terrys collected memoirs depict a childhood in rural East Fife a century ago."


The program for Istria and Karst NGO's hub addresses the identified social potential for non-governmental organizations (NGOs), which it attempts to achieve through tackling the obstacles presently facing the non-governmental sector in the region. The planned activities focus on strengthening the professional and sustainable NGO sector in the region, enhancing its role as a partner in public policy-making and its embedment in the international environment, along with a strengthened and sustainable NGO hub.
The development and strengthening of NGOs and the NGO sector in general will occur through professional training, advocacy, information measures, and networking, based on in-depth knowledge of the environment and analysis of environmental requirements.
The ISKRA hub's work is designed to complement the cross-sectional and synergetic activities of the empowered, qualified NGOs of the Coast-Karst region in cooperation with other relevant agents. These activities will sustainably strengthen the NGO sector and thus have a significant impact on the development of civic society in this region.
Organizing numerous workshops, training courses, webinars; and providing tutoring, counseling, establishing libraries, etc., with an emphasis on selected NGOs with potential.
Based on the analysis of the Coastal-Karst region's needs: establishment of working groups in the fields of discrimination against minorities, cultural policies, arrangement of the Koper–Izola coastal road, youth housing problem, establishment of a home group for marginalized groups, etc.; and the establishment of an NGO center for advocacy and active participation.
Establishment of networks for youth employment, cooperation in tourism, civil society participation in public affairs, and the marketing of the mission; as well as the implementation of common cross-sectoral actions, also in cooperation with other regional hubs.
As agents and promotors of advocacy (call for applications and prize-giving ceremony for the best graduation and masters' theses linked to the operation of regional NGOs; TV show about NGOs, etc.) and strengthening an on-going dialogue (nomination of NGO representatives in consultative and working bodies, cooperation in designing a youth strategy, active role in coordination of Interreg programs, cooperation in designing municipal cultural policies, etc.).


Connection (components): Pull spring Contact type: 1 maker, 1 breaker Content: 1 pc(s) Functions (switches): momentary IP rating: IP67 Material: Plastic Operation type: Lever Product size (depth): 33.5 mm Product size (height): 76 mm Product size (width): 31 mm RoHS-compliant: Yes Switch type (category): Limit switch Switching current (max.): 4 A Switching voltage: 400 V AC Thread size: M20 Type (manufacturer type): LS-S11/LB This product may be shipped from our distribution centre in Germany but will still meet the UK delivery time scales. Please note that we can only provide electronic devices with standard european mains plugs. We do of course include free adaptors.


The other day I watched a documentary on Netflix called Dreams of a Life. It tells the story of 38 year old Joyce Vincent, who died in her apartment in 2003 and was not discovered until 3 years later.
The film itself was very well done and wasn't so much about the logistics of why she wasn't missed earlier but rather the social reasons for why she was so alone that nobody noticed she was gone for 3 years. The filmmaker interviewed former boyfriends and co-workers that she had, and painted a picture of who this woman was.
You can go watch the film yourself, but it all amounts to the fact that she wasn't really connected to any kind of community and she had no real relationships. Whenever she got a boyfriend, she simply adopted that person's network. Her boyfriend's community was her community; his interests were her interests, etc. She was afraid of letting people in and thus never really developed strong friendships.
It made me think how thankful I should be to have a church community that cares and to be in a place where someone will notice if you're gone. (Sidenote: That's why it speaks volumes if you notice somebody isn't at church and you check up on them to see how they're doing. It shows that you care.) In pre-marital counseling, we've talked about how our deepest longing is to be significant, and important and to be remembered. When we are God's children, we are never forgotten. We may die and leave this earth but our names are forever written in the Book of Life.
Still, it says something about the cultural fabric of society when community has lost its place. Church communities are powerful because they are centered around the worship of the one true God. The Bible talks about putting others before yourself, and being a servant. American Individualism flies in the face of that and encourages people to go it alone (the woman in the film was from the UK, but I've digressed). When you go it alone, don't be surprised to find yourself lonely.
With Thanksgiving tomorrow, it's important to treasure what matters most. Our God, our salvation, our family, our friends, our church. In 1 Corinthians 1, Paul speaks of his thankfulness for the church in Corinth and their faith and God's faithfulness. Let that be your model. And don't be that person that never reached out and connected with others. Don't coast through life. In the end, we all die. But for the Christian, death is just a doorway.
P.S. Sorry if the post is a little disjointed…I have a headache the size of Texas. But if you read it, let me know what you think!


On Oahu, we will celebrate National Public Health Week on Monday, April 1st from 5pm to 7pm with a special event discussing the "Intersection of Climate, Health & Equity" at the UH Cancer Center's Sullivan Conference Center.
Healthy Happy Hour and registration begins at 4:30pm with pupus and beverages being served.
Don't miss this once a year event to celebrate public health in Hawaii, re-connect with colleagues and meet the new public health professionals of the future!


Strong and smokey or soft and pretty? There's no need to choose with Bobbi's beautifully-edited selection. Featuring eight shadows and a luminescent skin enhancer, this mirrored palette makes it easy to create a multitude of party and special occasion looks. Taking a cue from the look of something pretty against something edgy, the set includes rich caviar and pearlescent black shades. Introducing the standout star of the season, Ballet Sparkle, a shimmer so sheer it can be worn on both eyes and cheeks (without ever looking overdone).
Bobbi Brown is an institution. Her application technique is clean, simple, straight forward and classic. She has made makeup more approachable and less intimidating for a lot of women. Bobbi Brown has really nailed her technique into something similar to a Pythagorean theorem: If you follow the basic rules of makeup technique, color theory, and design, you'll get a great simple look that will make you look like a pro MUA.
That being said, I have never been a big fan of Bobbi Brown's makeup. Her palette colors usually make me yawn. I tend to go for big and bold or very dark and vampy colors; It's just a personal preference. I came across this Caviar and Oyster Palette yesterday, and it really caught my eye. I took a few swabs of the palette colors and it intrigued me. So, I bit the bullet and purchased this palette.
I did an application with this palette and all I can say is Wow..... The colors are rich and lush; almost velvet like. You can create a wicked smokey eye or a soft, almost romantic looking eye, and the luminescent skin enhancer really completes the looks. If you are really into the smokey eye look, pair this shadow with Too Faced Perfect Black Orchid Waterproof Eyeliner. This is a black liner with a strong and distinct purple hue, and it's looks phenomenal paired with this palette.
I highly recommend this palette; it's a great multipurpose palette that will meet and exceed expectations. Based upon this one palette, I will be paying more attention to Bobbi Brown's collections, and for anyone that knows me and is familiar with my work, that is a BIG deal.


The rocks in meters S 27-28 E 136-138 were drawn and photographed in preparation for removal.
In meters S25-26, E 137 the last of the LOCUS 10, medium brown soil with heavy carbon and plaster inclusions, was removed. It extended in this area to a depth of approximately 78-79 cm. and as deep as 81 cm. in some spots. 1/6 of a latte of pottery and bone, and 12-15 very small bits of plaster and terra cotta (1-2 cm.). Also from LOCUS 10 in this area were an incised bucchero fragment (#1) and a fragment of Greek ceramic (#2).
After the LOCUS 10 soil was removed work was begun removing the LOCUS 12 soil beneath it in meters S 25-26 E 137 and lowering it to a depth consistent with that in meters S 25-26 E 136. Recovery of materials will be recorded in the afternoon for LOCUS 12.
Work continued in S 25-26 E 137. The medium brown slightly greenish soil of LOCUS 12 was excavated to a depth of approximately 85-87 cm b.d. Below this the soil seemed much darker brown, but still with a greenish cast and some carbon. It was decided to segregate material from this soil and it was designated as LOCUS 13. Several large stones were exposed, including one extending into the northern baulk ( approx. 85 cm long). Beneath the LOCUS 13 soil, expecially in the area of S 26, E 137 in the west portion, a reddish brown clayey soil began to appear. The area was leveled to approximately 90 cm. b.d.
From LOCUS 12 2/3 of a latte box of pottery and bone were recovered, with 13 fragments of tile and plaster; also one piece of plaster with a finished surface, which was sitting upright in the soil with the flat surface on top (#3).
From LOCUS 13, 1/2 latte box of pottery and bone, and 12 fragments of plaster and tile were recovered. As were 3 impasto rims (#4, 5, 6) and a piece of bronze (#7).


Chris came over today to help with trimming, mowing, trashing, disassembling, and a hell of a lot of other work in the front and back yards. It was literally a sweat shop around here, with Chris, Marilee, myself, and yes, even Taylor pitching in.
As far as the photo above, I take particular care in cropping photos. I usually leave enough of a border to show an entire scene without losing too much information. But this picture of Chris weed-whacking the back yard is cropped this way for a reason. It's literally the foreground that's key here. Like the homemaker who cleans the house before a maid comes over, we did yard work today before "The Sprinkler People" come out this week to install a working sprinkler system!
No more broken sprinkler heads, no more cracked pipes, no more brown grass.
It'll take two days to install the whole system, and I'll be taking as many pix as I can to document the transformation.


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Car Safari wins Prestigious European Satellite Navigation Competition
Paula Kelleher and James Mannix receiving their prize in Munich © Simone Hörmann
CarSafari, the brainchild of Kerry based James Mannix and Paula Kelleher, was named as overall Ireland Region winner at the prestigious European Satellite Navigation Competition (ENSC) Awards announced in Munich, Germany (5 Nov 2013). The competition, now in its 10th year, is backed by the European Space Agency and the European Commission.
Husband and wife team, Mannix and Kelleher, a quantity surveyor and an architect, developed the CarSafari concept as a way for car passengers, both young and old, to interact with the locality and environment they are travelling through. Car passengers will be given a personal experience driving through an area, and will be exposed to a great deal of local information not currently available on in-car satellite technology.
The annual European Satellite Navigation Competition (ESNC), also known as the Galileo Masters, is an international technology innovation competition that recognises the best ideas in the field of satellite navigation. The competition invites multi-national companies, research institutions, universities, and start-ups to enter their innovative business ideas in the contest. 2013 saw 413 entries from over 50 countries from 20 partner regions in Europe, Japan, North and South America, the Middle East and North Africa.
© Simone Hörmann
Speaking at the award ceremony, Paula Kelleher said: "We are delighted with the award. It was fantastic to represent Ireland on a global stage and to win the Regional award is a great validation of our work to date". James Mannix added that "while this is a great honour we know we have a long road ahead of us but we are hopeful that having the endorsement of an organisation like the European Space Agency will open doors and reduce our time to market".
National Space Centre (Ltd) is responsible for coordinating the competition in Ireland. Located in Cork, the NSC is Ireland's only teleport. It is involved in emerging satellite technology projects– including the development of S-AIS and marine mapping projects with ESA – and has provided technical support services for the Galileo satellite programme.
National Space Centre Chief Executive Rory Fitzpatrick said "We would like to congratulate James and Paula on their award. The Irish Section of the competition is growing year on year, with a very high submission standard. We hope that winning the ESNC award will help raise the profile of the CarSafari product on an international stage, and wish it every success."
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package io.github.pbremer.icecreammanager.service.impl;

import java.util.ArrayList;
import java.util.List;

import org.springframework.beans.factory.annotation.Autowired;
import org.springframework.stereotype.Service;
import org.springframework.util.Assert;

import io.github.pbremer.icecreammanager.entity.InputFileMetaData;
import io.github.pbremer.icecreammanager.entity.InputFileMetaData.Status;
import io.github.pbremer.icecreammanager.repository.InputFileMetaDataRepository;
import io.github.pbremer.icecreammanager.service.InputFileMetaDataService;

/**
 * Service to abstract the {@link InputFileMetaDataRepository}
 *
 * @author Patrick Bremer
 */
@Service
public class InputFileMetaDataServiceImpl extends
        AbstractBaseService<InputFileMetaData, InputFileMetaData.FileType>
        implements InputFileMetaDataService {

    private InputFileMetaDataRepository repository;

    @Autowired
    public InputFileMetaDataServiceImpl(
            InputFileMetaDataRepository repository) {
	super(repository);
	this.repository = repository;
    }

    @Override
    public List<InputFileMetaData>
            getInputFileByStatusOrderByLastModifiedDateDesc(Status status) {
	return repository.findByStatusOrderByLastModifiedDateDesc(status);
    }

    @Override
    public InputFileMetaData getMostRecentInputFileByStatus(Status status) {
	return getInputFileByStatusOrderByLastModifiedDateDesc(status).get(0);
    }

    @Override
    public int batchUpdateInputFileStatusByFileType(
            Iterable<InputFileMetaData.FileType> fileTypes,
            InputFileMetaData.Status status) {

	List<InputFileMetaData> updatedFiles =
	        new ArrayList<InputFileMetaData>();

	for (InputFileMetaData inputFile : repository.findAll(fileTypes)) {
	    inputFile.setStatus(status);
	    updatedFiles.add(inputFile);
	}

	repository.save(updatedFiles);
	return updatedFiles.size();

    }

    @Override
    public void afterPropertiesSet() throws Exception {
	super.afterPropertiesSet();
	Assert.notNull(repository);
    }

}


Today we celebrate the day that Jesus was raised from the dead! It is a day to remember that there is hope for a better life! All you have to do is ask Jesus into your heart and start on a brand new journey!
I sit here and ponder what it must have been like back in Jesus' day. All those who believed that He was the son of God must have been devastated to learn of His death. That is a lot like life today. When we look at our life from our own eyes everything can seem like it is in chaos and that there is no end in sight. But if you trust in God, you can rest in peace knowing that He can see the bigger picture. Jesus was raised from the dead 3 days later and brought HOPE to the world. We have hope knowing that we will one day live an eternal life with Him.


Did you ever get a car although you knew from the beginning it would drive you over the edge? I did. Several times. I bought cars from which I knew they were way too expensive. Or which needed much more than just TLC.
This is why I like this independant ad starring Dougray Scott. Because it addresses exactly what it is ALL about: "Desire is something you can't control."
Regarding the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG that charges you up to 317 km/h — no words needed.


This order is for one Accent Centerpiece.
Designer's Notes: This arrangement is on a smaller scale but still provides a bright pop of colors to a table centerpiece. Recommended for smaller guest tables (under 60"), cocktail tables, dessert tables, welcome tables.
Time to Assemble: 12min assembly time per piece. Your first one will take a little longer, the second will be much faster.


Simplex Simplex cables are fiber optic cables with a single optical fiber.
Duplex cables are fiber optic cables with two optical fibers.
Multifiber Cable Multifiber cables are fiber optic cables with several optical fibers.
Patchcords are short lengths of fiber optic cables with connectors.
Other Other unlisted types of fiber optic cable.
None Cables do not have built-in connectors.
D4 D4 connectors contain composite zirconia ceramic ferrules for durability. They feature a high-performance threading mounting system and a keyed body for repeatability and intermateability.
Fiber distributed data interface (FDDI) connectors are designed for use in FDDI networks, a LAN technology that uses dual, counter-rotating 100-Mbps fiber optic rings. FDDI connectors are duplex devices that contain two 2.5 mm ferrules. A fixed shroud protects the ferrules from damage.
LC LC connectors include a polished, zirconia ceramic ferrule and an push/pull-style housing and latching mechanism. LC connectors are half the size of standard fiber optic cable connectors. They are suitable for both public and private networks.
Unlike other fiber optic connectors, MT-RJ connectors hold two fibers with a single ferrule. MT-RJ connectors are a variation of MT connectors, but use a smaller ferrule.
Subscription channel (SC) connectors are coaxial, medium-size devices with a constant 50 impedance and a frequency range of 0 - 11 GHz. They are larger than BNC connectors, but about the same size as Type N devices.
Straight tip (ST) connectors use a quick release, bayonet coupling that requires only a quarter turn to engage or disengage. Built-in keying provides repeatable performance because ST connectors always mate with a coupling bushing in the same way. ST connectors are used in FDDI cabling applications.
Cable Diameter This is the diameter of the fiber optic cable, including the jacket.
Cable Weight This is the weight of the fiber optic cable.


When Is a Surviving Spouse Responsible for a Deceased Spouse's Debts?
When a person dies, his or her estate is liable for any valid debts incurred before death. But what if there is no estate as such? In California, an estate need not be opened-or administered-if the deceased person's property passes to a spouse. Can the deceased person's creditors then demand the spouse pay off the debt?
Yes, actually. California law treats such situations as if the deceased person never died. As with any other debt incurred by a married individual, the creditors may claim (1) the community property belonging to both spouses and (2) any separate property of the deceased spouse, even though such property has now passed to the surviving spouse.
The California Court of Appeals recently addressed a case involving this principle. The case is discussed here for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a binding statement of law. As with any question of probate law, you should speak with an experienced California estate planning attorney.
John Otto ran an illegal Ponzi scheme through a number of corporate alter egos. After the scheme finally collapsed in 2009, Otto committee suicide. Two weeks later, the investors Otto defrauded filed a class action complaint. The named defendants included the corporate alter egos and "the Estate of John Otto," even though Otto's widow, Kathleen Otto, never opened an estate.
A civil jury ultimately found John Otto liable for over $114 million in damages to the class plaintiffs. The trial court entered the judgment against Kathleen Otto. While the jury found she was not a part of her husband's Ponzi scheme, under California probate law, she was personally liable for her husband's debt since there was no estate.
Kathleen Otto appealed the judgment, but the court of appeals found nothing wrong with the trial court's decision. As explained above, when a person dies and no estate is opened, the surviving spouse can be held personally liable up the amount of any community property or individual property inherited from the deceased spouse. In this case, the class plaintiffs established John Otto owed them a debt incurred by his fraud. Therefore, the trial court was correct in demanding Kathleen Otto pay the debt.
The appeals court further pointed out that, contrary to Kathleen Otto's claim, the creditors were not required to open an estate for John Otto and pursue their claims against it first. It is true that creditors may petition a court to open a probate estate to seek repayment of debts. However, the law applicable in this case is the exception to the general rule that a person's property must pass through probate. The whole point of California law is that property may pass from one spouse to another without the need for probate-and when that occurs, the creditors can then pursue their claims against the surviving spouse directly.
Again, it should be clear that creditors may not go after the individual assets of a surviving spouse, only community property and individual assets inherited from the deceased spouse. And this law applies regardless of whether the deceased spouse had a will. But even if you don't anticipate leaving your estate to anyone other than a spouse, you should still work with a qualified attorney who can advise you on the best way to protect your assets after you're gone. Contact the Law Office of Scott. C. Soady in San Diego if you have any questions.


There are things that cannot be represented.
The decision to wage war on terrorism gave to terrorism its political legitimation.
Deconstructing the idea of terrorism is the only politically responsible course of action.
The meaning of the term "terrorism" is not self-evident.
"Terrorism" may be thought of as a psychological and metaphysical state, as well as a political category.
"Terrorism" has no stable meaning, agenda, or political content.
War entails the intimidation of civilians, and thus elements of terrorism.
To engage in war entails belief in the myth of redemptive violence, the idea that "our violence" is excepted, legitimate, salvific, purposeful—violence used to "end" violence and therefore better than their violence.
Violence can only beget more violence, by its own internal logic.
Only non-violence, heroically practiced, can break the circuit of violence; witness, Jesus, Gandhi, King, Romero, Rosa Parks, Rachel Corrie, whose response to violence was not to retaliate but to to receive; to transform violence by receiving it into their own bodies and transforming it in love.
What must end: the belief in the violence of God. This, plus the myth of redemptive violence, engenders terror and sustains it.
Public usage of the term "terrorism" perversely helps the terrorist cause.
The militarization of ordinary life undermines the workings of constitutional states by restricting the possibilities of democratic participation.
By insisting that "September 11" or "9/11" is a metonymy, signifying a stable set of meanings when there are none (one entity's terror is another's act of justified violence), the media naively ensures that terrorism is less a past event than a future possibility.
In this way the media multiplies the force of traumatic events, again ensuring the political legitimation of terror by the exploitation of technological and information networks.
Is a new cosmological order possible, where multilateral institutions and continental alliances would become the chief political actors?
The Enlightenment ideals of world citizenry and cosmopolitan rights—access to Reason in a certain public space-- seem to point us in this direction; is the fulfillment of these ideals present in the idea (if not the actuality) of the European Union?
This idea is far older than the Enlightenment, and can be traced back at least as far as St. Paul in his letter to the Ephesians, and to the Stoics; it surfaced again with Kant.
For Kant, this is the state of universal community where all members are entitled "to present themselves in the society of others by virtue of their right to the communal possession of the earth's surface."
Were such a community in place, a violation of rights in one part of the world would be felt everywhere.
Only under this condition, Kant thought, would we be able to flatter ourselves with the certainty "that we are continually advancing towards a perpetual peace."
What are we to do with forgiveness?
Derrida believed that what can be authentically forgiven is in fact only the unforgivable.
Forgiveness forgives both the evil intention (who) and the evil action (what) for exactly what they are (evil)—an evil that, insofar as it is unredeemable, can repeat itself in the future.
Evil, says Derrida, is "capable of repeating itself, unforgivingly, without transformation, without amelioration, without repentance and promise."
Two types of forgiveness may thus be distinguished: conditional ("calculable" forgiveness following an act of repentance in which the guilty party promises never to engage in what is demanded by forgiveness) and unconditional (forgiving the unforgivable without conditions, a forgiveness which is incalculable and therefore impossible).
Unconditional forgiveness is a madness—how can we forgive what cannot be forgiven?
Unconditional forgiveness "arrives" in history as a surprise, upsetting the ordinary course of history, politics, and law.
Without the experience of unconditional forgiveness there would be no possibility of forgiveness at all.
Conditional forgiveness belongs to the order of law and politics, of pragmatic negotiations and equal exchanges. That order, for Derrida, must be deconstructed.
Derrida concludes: the meaning of "forgiveness," like "terrorism," remains enigmatic, a secret: we cannot reduce it to a simple or univocal definition.
Yet it "arrives," totally unexpected and a surprise, upsetting all of our categories.
What remains unthought: the redemptive uses of non-violence, the politics of the incalculable in the democracy which is yet to come, the possibility of a pure ethics beyond law, duty, and debt.
Who today, invoking the words "9/11" does not contribute to the delay of the unthought?
Must it be this way? No culture has a single origin. "American culture" is not monolithic; it does not speak with one voice.
Derrida: "What is proper to a culture is not to be identical with itself."
Remembering the future, engaging in "the memory of the future," will entail the movement of a memory which is not tied to its past.
Memory is not only about preserving and conserving the past; it is always, already turned in the direction of the future, as Derrida says, "Toward the promise, toward what is coming, what is arriving, what is happening tomorrow."
Because it must be said continuously.
You make Derrida almost understandable. I agree with every word of it, I think, especially the "Deconstructing the idea of terrorism" part.
The most powerful line?: "What are we to do with forgiveness?"
I wrote a piece about 9/11, 15 Minutes More. It does not touch on directly what you say here, but you might be able to pull something out of it. Read between the lines, as they say.
Interesting essay, Gary. The single sentence structure disguises the shifts here. You start out basically with a set of aphorisms. So that's phase one - a discussion of the meaning of terrorism. Then shift one - a positing of a more rational response based on a new international order of governance. (The term 'cosmological' seems extreme). Then to your next shift, where you contemplate the meaning of forgiveness - another response to terrorism on yet another level. And finally your summation: one which maybe has a note of the impossible realisation, and with it, therefore, a romantic, idealised undertone.
My response is to agree with you and be saddened by your list of hero victims. But what also remains unthought is another utter truth: the cheapness of human life. It's what all the freedom fighters, fascist megalomaniacs and corporate ideologues of history never had to think about. They understood it, instinctively.
Gary, I like it that you itemize thoughts and ideas that address forms of atrocity. Atrocity is b(l)inding. You advance the argument through a connected and seemingly simplified process that atrocity can be called out, not simply feared and that fear can be called out, lest it lead to misgovernment.
"By insisting that "September 11" or "9/11" is a metonymy, signifying a stable set of meanings when there are none (one entity's terror is another's act of justified violence), the media naively ensures that terrorism is less a past event than a future possibility." Big yes to this.
And you include the disturbing "What are we to do with forgiveness?" True.
jacques derrida would have been eighty years old this year, january 30.
i still miss him. but not in a way that makes him appear to be absent; rather in a way that seems to haunt my dreams, where he still speaks. another world is possible.
Gary, this is exactly what I wanted to read right now. I have no words, just appreciation. I will be coming back to read this again, as events of late have my blood boiling and my mind in a tangle. We need work like this to focus and clarify. Bravo. Fave.
"What must end: the belief in the violence of God. This, plus the myth of redemptive violence, engenders terror and sustains it."
"Derrida concludes: the meaning of 'forgiveness,' like 'terrorism,' remains enigmatic, a secret: we cannot reduce it to a simple or univocal definition."
Love this. It might also be said that it is only in the active vocalizations and sharings of secret enigmas that understandings might seed and those understandings will be as secret to the individuals as their perceived "forgiveness" and "terrorism" and "love" and "hate." Understanding is lost most easily in the silence.
thank you for sharing these words, rae.


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# Contributing
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# About the images
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Destinations, Europe, United Kingdom
Looking for the best walks in Galloway Forest Park?
Often overlooked by visitors who head straight up to the Highlands and Islands, Galloway Forest Park is a real hidden gem. Sometimes described as "the Highlands of the Lowlands", the park offers spectacular scenery and some of the most beautiful, untouched wilderness in the UK.
There are many fantastic walks in Galloway Forest Park
The park itself spans over 300 square miles (770 square kilometres), and includes the largest forest in the UK and a large section of the Galloway Hills. You'll find many well-marked hiking trails here, passing through a range of stunning scenery: rugged uplands, remote glens, ancient woodland, tranquil lochs, and sparkling mountain streams.
(Interested in camping in Galloway Forest Park? See here for more information.)
Want to plan a trip but not sure where to begin? Why not hire me as your personal travel planner…
The Best Galloway Forest Park Walks
This post sets out some of the best walks in Galloway Forest Park. For further information on the various trails, local weather conditions, wildlife and more, visit one of the three visitor centres, located at Glen Trool, Clatteringshaws, and Kirroughtree.
There are walks for all ages and abilities, from easy family-friendly strolls to strenuous multi-day hikes in the mountains.
Glentrool & Loch Trool, Galloway Forest Park
Located in the heart of Galloway Forest Park, the remote and beautiful valley of Glentrool is a forested wilderness containing several excellent hiking trails.
For a relatively short and easy hike, check out the Water of Trool Trail which takes in a scenic section of the Water of Trool (a mountain river), plus a great view of Spout Head waterfall. This is one of the most accessible and well-marked Galloway Forest Park trails.
A slightly longer, moderate intensity hike is the Loch Trool Loop. This is one of the most popular circular walks in Galloway Forest Park, and takes in a lap of the loch, passing through lush woodland. The views out over the loch and up into the Merrick foothills are sublime. Keep an eye out for red squirrels, deer, mountain goats and ospreys.
History trivia: Robert the Bruce – the great warrior and King of Scotland – took refuge here in 1306-07 during the First War of Scottish Independence. A large engraved stone ("Bruce's Stone") stands overlooking a beautiful view of the valley and commemorates Bruce's victory over the English at the Battle of Glentrool.
Glentrool walks - rugged and beautiful
Climb The Merrick (One Of The Best Walks In Galloway Forest Park)
If you're looking for a more strenuous day hike, consider tackling the Merrick. As well as being the highest point in the (fantastically named) Range of the Awful Hand, the Merrick is also the highest mountain in both the Southern Uplands and southern Scotland.
It's not actually that tall, standing at 843 m (2,766 ft). However, the trail is rocky and steep in places, so a decent level of fitness is advised. The total length of the trail to the summit and back is about 9 miles (14 km).
In my view this is definitely one of the best walks in Galloway Forest Park. It's possible to complete the hike in around 5 hours. However, you'll probably want to take longer and be able to stop, enjoy the stunning scenery and not be rushed.
A beautiful day on the Merrick
From the car park to the north of Loch Trool (near Bruce's Stone), the path climbs steeply out of Glentrool and into the mountains. Before you leave the tree line, look out for the Kilsharg bothy.
Bothies - basic huts providing shelter in the wilderness - are found all over the remote, mountainous areas of Scotland.
If you're interested in giving bothying a go, I can wholeheartedly recommend the excellent Scottish Bothy Bible.
Once you clear the forest zone, there's a marker on the path announcing the start of the montane zone. From here, the views start to open up and become spectacular: vast stretches of wild and untouched natural beauty, ancient forests, lochs and rugged peaks.
On a clear day you can see all the way across to Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man.
On a cloudy day, you can't
As you reach the first (false) summit (called Kilsharg), you'll finally see your ultimate destination, connected by a ridge known as the Neive of the Spit. The summit of the Merrick itself is marked by a large cairn and a white triangulation tower.
Most people choose to retrace their steps from the summit back down into Glentrool to the car park.
There is an alternative route, via Loch Valley, which can turn this hike into a circular route. However, be warned that this alternative route is poorly marked (it's not marked at all in places – bring a good map) and can be very boggy.
Walking in the Galloway Hills
Cornish Hill
A shorter and less strenuous alternative to the Merrick, the Cornish Hill trail is another of Galloway Forest Park's best walks. The route follows a well-marked path and offers excellent views out over the northern stretch of Galloway Forest Park and the Ayrshire countryside.
The Cornish Hill trail is much easier than the Merrick
The trail starts from the car park at Stinchar Bridge, about 7 miles south of the village of Straiton.
After hiking for about a mile through a pretty stretch of woodland, the trail starts to climb. Once you clear the trees, keep following the track all the way up to the top of the hill.
The summit of Cornish Hill offers good views of several other peaks in the ares. On a clear day you can see Shalloch-on-Minnoch, the Merrick, and the Isle of Arran in the far distance.
Otter Pool & The Raiders' Road
The Raiders' Road is a 10 mile (16 km) unpaved forest drive which runs between Clatteringshaws Loch and Loch Ken. It's open to vehicles between May and the end of October, although hikers can use the route year-round.
As well as the main track, there are many other hiking trails through the forest. These are mostly well-marked and fairly flat. Red kites, buzzards and ospreys are common sights among the pines and the wildflowers.
About half way along the Raiders' Road is a tranquil spot called the Otter Pool. Here, a little river called the Black Water of Dee forms a series of pools and mini waterfalls. It's very picturesque and a perfect place for a picnic and/or a dip.
Sunset at the Otter Pool - a magical place
If you have the right gear – and the inclination – this is also a fantastic place to wild camp. As an added bonus, at dawn and dusk, otters sometimes come out to play here. If you're quiet, still (and lucky), you might just spot one.
(See here for more information on wild camping in Scotland.)
Loch Doon & Loch Riecawr
Loch Doon is one of the largest freshwater lakes in southern Scotland and lies in the northern part of Galloway Forest Park. In this area you'll find some of the best walks in Ayrshire.
There are several hiking trails along the shores of Loch Doon and in the surrounding woodland. The southern end of the lake, past the ruined Loch Doon Castle, is particularly picturesque.
Loch Doon - home to some of the best walks in Ayrshire
One excellent hike runs from the car park at Craigmalloch along the woodland trails to the tranquil and remote Loch Riecawr, passing through the dense Carrick Forest. The route is a well-maintained dirt road, and runs along part of the Carrick Forest Drive.
To extend this hike, you can continue all the way to Loch Bradan.
This is a very quiet, peaceful area and you probably won't see many other people up here. It's a perfect place to tune out and unwind in nature.
Galloway Forest Park Walking Maps
Before setting out on any of these Galloway Forest Park walks, I'd strongly recommend picking up an Ordnance Survey map (OS map) of the area.
These are some of the most detailed topographical maps in the world, and are incredibly helpful when planning walks (and places to camp), as well as when navigating along the way.
These are the three main OS maps covering Galloway Forest Park. The 1:50,000 scale map covers the whole park, whereas the (more detailed) 1:25,000 is split into two, each covering the North and South areas respectively.
Suggested Packing List For Walking In Galloway Forest Park
Your full packing list for walking in Galloway Forest Park will depend, largely, on exactly where you will be walking, and at what time of year.
However, as a helpful starter, I'd suggest that you bring the following as a minimum when doing any of these Galloway Forest Park hikes:
comfortable backpack with a waterproof rain cover (I really rate Osprey packs, though the size needed will depend on the length of your walk)
a few drybags
lightweight clothes that are quick-drying (i.e. not denim or cotton)
waterproof jacket & trousers
comfortable hiking boots & decent socks
enough food to last the walk (plus a bit extra, just in case)
large water bottle (or two, depending on where you're going)
water purification tablets or a filtration system (I really rate the Grayl Geopress)
headtorch (just in case…)
first aid kit (including blister plasters)
bags for carrying out rubbish
Ordnance Survey map(s) of the area(s) you will be in (get the old-school paper version – it won't run out of battery)
compass, if doing significant amount of navigation (especially in the mountains and moorlands)
Accommodation In Galloway Forest Park
There is a good selection of places to stay in Galloway Forest Park. You'll find something to suit all budgets, from simple campsites to luxurious holiday cottages.
There's even a small manor house that you could rent for a special occasion!
Other Activities In Galloway Forest Park
As well as hiking and hillwalking, Galloway Forest Park is home to some excellent mountain biking trails (including two of the famous "7stanes" mountain bike trail centres). It's also a popular place for rock climbing, and ice climbing in the wintertime.
There are loads of great spots for fishing within the park. Most (though not all) of these require you to obtain a permit in advance from Forestry and Land Scotland. Ask in one of the visitor centres for more information.
Galloway Forest Park is also a fantastic place for spotting local wildlife. Keep an eye out for otters, mountain goats, red deer, red squirrels, kites, nightjars, black grouse, ospreys, and golden eagles.
The park's Red Deer Range has a viewing area and hide, which you can visit for free and is a great way to get close to Britain's largest native land mammal.
* If you want to see more of Scotland, I'd recommend this excellent road trip itinerary on whatdoyousea.com *
** Check out some of my other hiking-related posts, including:
Trekking in Sikkim (India)
Tbilisi to Mestia: Hiking in Svaneti (Georgia) **
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Elena Gilbert
August 16, 2022 at 1:59 am · Reply
This is a great blog post! I love reading about all the different things to do in Galloway Forest Park. I'm definitely going to have to check out some of the trails!


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