Starting with the London Underground in 1863, why are so many metros/subways built underground (as opposed to en elevated metro)? This requires a lot of digging and excavation, which to me seems a lot more expensive than an elevated metro like the Chicago L.
Paris, New York, Moscow, and others have also chosen underground metros. So there seems to be some almost universal reason of history. In fact the only major metro that's above ground, that I'm aware of, is the Chicago L.
Why was this? Was there no alternative? To me it seems an elevated system would cost no more than a bunch of bridges brought together, whereas big tunnels underground must be hugely expensive.
Was it something besides costs, such as the streets simply being too narrow for at-grade or above-grade system? Was there no good bridge-engineering in the early 20th century? Or is digging those tunnels somehow cheaper than an elevated system?
Edit: Because there is so much info here, I opened a related question about Why Chicago chose an L.
In Moscow under former mayor Yuriy Luzhkov it was built a line (Butovo line) which is mostly elevated. I think the practice was not considered quite successful as a result.
The elevated line still consumes ground area. Even though one can lay highways and streets under it, one has to demolish buildings. Not much different from a ground-level railroad actually. That said, the Butovo line was built at the city's outskirts, where the land was more cheap and had less buldings (especially, historically important ones).
Greater levels of sound pollution. The extensive sound shields installed on the line were still unable to completely isolate the surrounding area from noise. Residential buildings have to keep a similar distance from this line as from any railroad.
The need for special roll stock. It seems that the carrige park started to wear off much quicker than at underground lines and required special climate protection. The same roll stock is impractical to use on the both elevated and underground lines, which adds logistic troubles. In summer the trains on the elevated line need conditioners, while at winter they require a heater.
Higher maintenance costs. The tracks need better care due to seasons. This includes cleaning of snow and ice of both rails and platforms and increased rail expansion due to different temperature in summer. Also, increased corrosion due to rain.
Higher construction costs. Overall, the cost of construction turned out to be $34M/km compared to $30M/km for cut-and-cover underground lines in Moscow and $22M/km in Kiev. This difference includes the need for specialized roll stock though.
That said, there is also a system of electric commuter trains in Moscow, so-called "elektrichka". They are mostly ground-level, share the track with intercity trains and the lines may go far into Moscow region beyond city limits. But inside the city they can be used the same way as metro, and often are cheaper.
This is mostly about urban planning, and how much change the local government can or will be able to make to the existing streets.
In London, the central parts of the city (Westminster and the City) still have their street plan from medieval days, as the 1666 fire didn't burn the foundations. The streets there are far too narrow, and the buildings too important or politically unchangeable. When industrialization came in the 19th century, the trains couldn't go all the way into town. If you look at today's mainline rail maps, all of the stations are at the outskirts of the City.
The only remaining way to get trains in and out of central London was to put them underground. That said, once you get out of central London, the London Underground trains run overground, and occasionally on elevated tracks. Once they were out into the suburbs, it was possible to get planning permission for tracks and stations above ground, and that's what happened because it is much cheaper.
The same is true for Paris, Moscow and New-York. In all of these places, the city existed long before the trains did. Because of that, the trains were built in afterwards underground.
Since Chicago grew into a city after (or at least during) the industrial revolution, the city was planned and built to include the trains, or at least space for them to pass through where no historical structures stand. Because the trains weren't added to the city, but planned into it, they had the option of building them above ground.
For New York, the answer is related to real estate value.
In New York City, the construction of the metro was performed by real estate developers. The idea was to build homes, then connect them to the city with a subway. Sales of the new homes, in principle, then funded the metro system.
Above ground trains were not conducive to high priced luxury apartments.
Prior to the subway, Queens Boulevard had some small communities an a bunch of farms. The construction of the IND Queens Boulevard line coincided with a bunch of new suburban communities, with high rise apartments at express stops like Forest Hills and Kew Gardens, and smaller developments at other stops. Wikipedia mentions a property value increasing from $1,200 in 1925 to $10,000 in 1930; I think while this figure shows investments earning 10x in just a few years, this was just the tip of the iceberg. There were 21 new stops on this subway, each with more than a few mile of intensive real estate development.
In Kings County, elevated railroads were also built by several companies, over Lexington, Myrtle, Third and Fifth Avenues, Fulton Street and Broadway. These also later shared trackage with subway trains, and even operated into the subway, as part of the BRT and BMT. Most of these structures have been dismantled, but some remain in original form, mostly rebuilt and upgraded.
I've always found it astounding when cities in the US actively destroyed parts of their transportation infrastructure. Typically, at least in New York City, the motives for many things related to real estate prices. Evidently, the increase in value of properties along these routes would increase if the elevated tracks were removed, so TPTB decided that they should be removed. Some were replaced with subways, some were replaced with buses, and some with private cars.
As mentioned in the comments, there are still some elevate lines, for example the number 7 train in queens, and the N train in Astoria, and the number 2 train in the Bronx. These areas were historically cheaper than the more expensive, and prestigious areas of Manhattan. Thus most of Manhattan put the subways underground to further increase property values. If things haven't changed to much, the only elevate line in Manhattan is around Washington Heights, where property values are cheaper than the Upper West Side or elsewhere.
Chicago is a great city - go Cubs! But it is not in the same league as New York, London, Moscow, Paris, and Tokyo. The urban core is much smaller, there are a lot less people, perhaps 1/4 or 1/3 the population of New York City.
What is interesting about Chicago is that they retained their elevated system. Los Angeles, Detroit, St. Louis, and a bunch of other cities had elevated systems and streetcar systems before the 1950s. These systems were all town down by General Motors, and replaced by bus lines. How did the Chicago "L" system survive?
Perhaps Chicago was big enough to need the system?
I am not 100% certain, but it appears that because of financial trouble in 1932, Chicago Edison Electric Utility divested control of the "L" prior to the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 1935. The city between 1932 and 1935 must have started to begin to gain control of the system, and eventually developed the CTA which took control in 1940, insulating the system from destruction by GM.
It is likely a combination of Chicago being larger than St. Louis and L.A. at that time, and the growth the CTA that saved the "L" from destruction in the 1940's. The reason most of it remain above ground likely related to it being historically much less expensive than Manhattan. I'll see if I can find a source to corroborate this thought.
Noise, vibrations, and visual impact drop the value of the nearest houses, and decrease quality of life for its inhabitants. The maintenance of an elevated system is expensive, not only economically but also in terms of streets closed to traffic for performance of maintenance work.
Quite often subway lines are built to relieve traffic pressure on areas where there is no room to add more roads, including the towers needed to allow for the creation of elevated roads or railways.
In fact, if you look at cities with subways, almost all of them have the tracks come above ground and continue as a sort of light railway at the point where the suburbs were under construction by the time they started constructing the subway system, precisely because it's so much less expensive to build above ground, and when they can do that while planning a suburb around the new metro/rail line they will.
London does it like that, as do Amsterdam, Munich, and many others.
I can add that Washington DC is still expanding its Metro and the expansion is not underground. The newest line is the Silver Line, and as it goes through Tysons Corner it's almost entirely elevated. There was a loud grassroots movement to put it underground through Tysons Corner, but underground is much more expensive and risky.
The arguments against elevated lines echo what has been said in other answers: unattractive, extra maintenance and problems due to weather, and so on. An additional argument is that it's built along the middle of a couple of major roads that already make the area pedestrian unfriendly, and so it will always be an anchor against the ultimate goal of remaking Tysons Corner more of a mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly place like nearby Arlington.
EDIT: To add a bit more history, Arlington came up with a plan where the densest construction and highest buildings would be along the (underground) Metro line, falling off a bit between stops, and falling off quickly as you move away from the Metro line entirely and towards single-family-home neighborhoods. It hasn't totally followed that plan, but it's worked very well, and part of that is because you can build right on top of an underground Metro. So it's not always the case that you need underground because of pre-existing buildings that can't be touched: it allows a lot more room to build new tall buildings along your route.
In Berlin, Germany, there is - as said before - a mixture of underground and overground services. The reason here for not using underground in some areas is the consistency of the soil / kind of ground. So its an engineering reason.
There is a city Chongqing in central China, there are two big rivers & lots of rocky mountains so for some districts it was too difficult/too expensive to build underground metro (or "undermountain" metro) so some line are almost elevated.
The Metro in Moscow is underground (and is especially deep) because it was a dual purpose structure that would have been used as a shelter in case of a nuclear war. At least that's what I heard when I lived in Soviet Union. The decorations there were also very special and intricate to impress normal people with the Soviet future.
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The death has occurred of Mr. John Harty, Vice Principal when The Crescent moved to its new site in Dooradoyle.
John was a native of Causeway , Co Kerry leaving school in 1960. After a B.A. in Irish and Latin and a HDip at UCC he came to Crescent College in 1964. While at Crescent he studied for an external degree in economics and politics with London University.
He was appointed the first Deputy Headmaster of CCC in 1971 and chaired the Board of Management from 1993 to 2003.
In 1974 he was appointed Director of the newly opened Limerick office of the Federated Union of Employers, the forerunner of IBEC. In 1977 he became Director of Personnel with Burlington Industries. In 1980 he established his own recruitment company.
John Harty was also Chair of the Board of Management in CCC.


September 20 – Why The Wait?
In today's Breakfast Brief we look at Egypt's wheat policy, pulse estimates in India, USDA Crop Progress Report results and selling your low-quality grain.
Knowing the quality of your grain is important!
Grains this morning are again higher to start the North American day as wet weather becomes the new buzzwords helping propel the market higher, coupled with some short covering.
Oilseeds are finding some support from palm oil prices jumping in Asia as expectations are that stocks will remain tight and substitution effects are likely to occur. Harvest has progressed well in the last few days but quality coming off has been variable. While grain piles in North America get bigger and bigger, wheat supplies in Egypt get shorter and shorter as, with their zero-ergot policy, they've held 3 tenders now without anyone wanting to play ball with them. The message from the wheat trade to the Egyptian government is clear and now we're just asking what are they waiting for?
We talked last week about the size of the Indian pulse crop being larger this year, thanks to better rains and more acres, but the crew over at StatPub thinks that India could almost be self-sufficient this year when it comes to pulses. They're estimating a 22 million metric tonne crop in 2016/17 of all pulses, more or less equaling annual demand. While the kharif crop has been strong, the rabi crop still has to get planted and we won't know how many acres go to pulses until the end of November.
StatPub estimates the global crop to come in around 53.7 million metric tonnes (7% higher than the 5-year average), including 6.4 million metric tonnes of lentils (+36% vs 5-year average) and 13.2 million metric tonnes of peas (+21% vs 5-year average). While quality is a question mark for lentil crops in Canada, we know it'll be very hard to get back to the prices available just a month ago, let alone in the spring and winter (I'd put the chance of 40¢/lbs CAD #2 small red lentils at 1% and 35¢/lbs CAD at 15%. What's your sales position? Post your next block on FarmLead!).
Yesterday's USDA crop progress report showed that things continue to look good in the US with 74% of the corn rated in good-to-excellent (G/E) health (vs 68% last year and 5-year average of 59%), their best since 1994, suggesting any future yield cuts would be limited. Meanwhile, harvest has started in a few states, with 9% of the total crop harvested (behind 5-year average of 12%) while 4% of the US soybean crop has been taken off, with 73% of US bean fields still rated G/E (+10 points over last year).
In the coming weeks, the obvious question mark will be productivity in the field with a few rains in the forecast, which will likely add a bit of premium to the market, especially with Brazilian soybean planting pace and its current short-supply situation. Meanwhile, the US spring cereal harvest is practically all in the bin, and 17% of the winter wheat crop has been planted but expectations are that there will be less winter wheat planted this fall in America (if you don't know why, check out today's wheat prices and subtract $0.50 – $1/bushel USD to account for current basis in many areas).
Speaking of prices, what's being paid for the lower quality that's coming off isn't helping the bank account but it is better than just burning it. However, grain buyers need to know different factors like fusarium, vomitoxin, bushel weight, etc. before they can even give you a bid (it's not rocket science – order your SGS grain tests now!). While we agree with long-time analyst Jerry Gulke in that you shouldn't just give away your grain, this is for quality items like #3 or better wheats, corn, beans, and canola. Specifically, when it comes to durum, there's a very large crop out there (record crop in Canada, largest US durum crop in past 6 years) but a fair amount isn't great quality, meaning the higher end stuff is worth holding on to for now. However, there is very small market for the worst of the worst stuff so we're recommending that you don't delay in marketing the stuff (we've got buyers on FarmLead buying up to 25% fusarium / 25ppm vomi wheat. Post yours now!).


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What is Halloween? Check out these not-so-spooky facts about the holiday
Beginning as an Irish tradition, Halloween has grown into a nationally recognized festival in America. More than 175 million people in the U.S. plan to partake in festivities in 2018, according to the National Retail Federation. Check out some fun facts about the holiday.
Halloween originated in Ireland
Halloween originated from a Celtic festival for the dead called "Samhain," according to the Library of Congress. They believed the ghosts of the dead roamed Earth on this holiday, so people would dress in costumes and leave "treats" out on their front doors to appease the roaming spirits. As with many traditions, it migrated to the U.S. and some of the old customs (like handing out treats) stuck.
One Irish tradition that Americans made their own was jack-o'-lanterns, according to the Michigan State University Extension. The tradition stems from an Irish legend about a man named "Stingy Jack" who was made to roam the Earth in his afterlife using a turnip containing a burning coal as a lantern. Because of the legend, Irish children carved turnips, rutabagas and more (some versions say this was to scare Jack away, some say to commemorate him). When the tradition migrated to the U.S., it was discovered that pumpkins made better lanterns.
Halloween was once a good day to find true love
In some places, people celebrated Halloween by playing romantic fortune-telling games, according to "Halloween: From Pagan Ritual To Party Night." When the holiday migrated to America, young people continued the traditions. Games, like bobbing for apples, tried to predict future romances.
Halloween was originally referred to as "Cabbage Night"
In parts of New England, teen girls would use cabbage stumps to predict information about their future husbands. This came from a Scottish fortune-telling game, but soon the tradition was lost and many went around throwing the vegetable along with corn and other rotten items at their neighbors' houses leading the night before Halloween to be called 'Cabbage night.'
A full moon on Halloween is extremely rare
Howling at the moon? Werewolves? Despite popular folklore and entertainment, the next full moon on Halloween won't occur until 2020.
The most recent Halloween full moon was back in 2001, and before that it was in 1955.
Halloween is the second-most commercial American holiday of the year
Americans are expected to spend spend $9 billion on Halloween including costumes, candy and decorations. The candy industry in America is expected to bring in $2.6 billion thanks to the holiday.
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Headshots are a big part of your brand. Displayed on your website, Linkedin profile, Facebook business page, or any other relevant platform, they're in the forefront of what potential clients, investors and employers will see of you.
It is important now, more than ever, to have a quality headshot to make a good first impression and not to rely on an iPhone picture taken 10 years ago at a restaurant (yes, we've all done it!). There used to be only one style of headshots: a studio portrait, with a white or dark background. There are now many more options to chose from, which is great but can also prove confusing. Unless your company has already given you clear guidelines as to the style of the headshot, you are left with the decision. If you have your own company, or are on the lookout for a new job, for example, there are certain factors to take into consideration to make sure you appeal to the right target audience.
Let's take a look at the key factors to help you chose the headshot that is right for you!
It is getting less black and white, and we see the corporate world increasingly displaying less conservative and more dynamic portraits, opting for what we call "environmental headshots." Using your business environment as a backdrop can be a very effective alternative to more formal portraits. You can either chose to do it indoor or outdoor with natural light.
If you're not sure, study the market, look at the trends in your specific industry to get a feel of the most appropriate style for your job.
Whether you are looking for a job, building your brand, trying to appeal to a certain audience, it is important to know what your objective is.
Keep in mind where your photo will be displayed and what you want to convey. List 3 key qualities you would like people to say when they look at your picture (dynamic?passionate?creative? caring?).
Beyond the style of the headshot, the body language has a high impact on the overall result (full smile, serious expression, folded arms, etc). It is important to be aware of it (and be well advised by your photographer) to be sure you are on point.
No matter what you decide, keep in mind that a great headshot showcases your confidence, expertise and style.
TIP: You will not be taking headshots every month, so it is also important that your portrait is versatile enough to appeal to a wide range of companies/clients rather to one specific job.
How much is too much photo retouching?
Post-processing programs have opened up amazing ways to enhance a portrait, but there is always a fine line when too much retouching will look unnatural. Simple editing touches can make a huge difference to a portrait, without taking away the natural expressions and personality of the subject.
To best retouch a face, the key is to understand the shape of the face, how it reacts to light and what makes sense in terms of correction. Then, it is important to distinguish between facial expressions which give character to a face, and signs of aging or spots which can distract from the face's natural beauty.
There's not just one kind of wrinkles.
While taking out wrinkles on the forehead and frowning lines will enhance your portrait, "crow's feet" and laugh lines which portray your personality should only be smoothed out for a natural result. You don't want your professional portrait to look rigid or life-less. It is important that your personality and dynamism shine through.
Age and sun spots can be easily taken out and greatly enhance the overall appearance of a face, without impacting on its character.
This really depends on you and how you feel about them. If you consider that they are part of who you are, they should absolutely not be touched. Don't hesitate to tell your photographer what you're most comfortable with!
Remember that a pose and outfit will also greatly influence your final photo.Your photographer is here to advise you on the most flattering poses and outfits. For example, simple posing tricks will smooth out double chins, and any other element you might not be comfortable with.
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Am J Hum Biol. 2015 Jul-Aug;27(4):501-7. doi: 10.1002/ajhb.22676. Epub 2015 Mar 7.
Women who are married or living as married have higher salivary estradiol and progesterone than unmarried women.
Barrett ES1, Tran V2, Thurston SW2, Frydenberg H3, Lipson SF4, Thune I3,5, Ellison PT4.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York.
Department of Biostatistics, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York.
Department of Human Evolutionary Biology, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Extensive research has demonstrated that marriage and parenting are associated with lower testosterone levels in men, however, very little is known about associations with hormone concentrations in women. Two studies have found lower testosterone in relation to pair-bonding and motherhood in women, with several others suggesting that estradiol levels are lower among parous women than nulliparous women. Here, we examine estradiol and progesterone concentrations in relation to marriage and motherhood in naturally cycling, reproductive age women.
In 185 Norwegian women, estradiol and progesterone concentrations were assayed from waking saliva samples collected daily over the course of a menstrual cycle. Cycles were aligned on day 0, the day of ovulation. Mean periovulatory estradiol (days -7 to +6) and luteal progesterone (day +2 to +10) indices were calculated. Marital status and motherhood (including age of youngest child) were reported in baseline questionnaires. Multivariable linear regression models were used to examine associations between ovarian hormones, marital status, and motherhood.
Women who were married or living as married had higher estradiol than unmarried women (β = 0.19; 95% CI: 0.02, 0.36) and higher luteal progesterone as well (β = 0.19; 95% CI: -0.01, 0.39). There were no notable differences in hormone levels in relationship to motherhood status.
Our results indicate that ovarian steroid hormones may be higher among women who are married or living as married, and suggest several possible explanations, however, additional research is needed to elucidate any causal relationships.
Average daily profiles of ln-transformed estradiol (E2) and progesterone (P) across the menstrual cycle, in naturally cycling married (n = 117) and unmarried (n = 68) women. Day 0 is the day of ovulation.
Am J Hum Biol. ;27(4):501-507.


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Ocean City Screams Haunted House, the Eastern Shore's newest and highest rated Halloween attraction, opens it doors to a new Halloween season starting September 22, 2017. Ocean City Screams offers two terrifying stories and 6,000 square feet of intense, gory and horrifying haunted house! The theme of this amazing experience is based off an old barge that was lost 50 years ago, which has somehow returned to the same location in the mid-atlantic ocean and was dry-docked at 14 Worcester Street, in downtown Ocean City Maryland. Ocean City Screams Haunted House is now awaiting those with the right amount of courage to explore it. Ocean City Screams is designed to exploit the scientific spectrum of human fears, ensuring no one escapes the attraction without being scared beyond their expectation.
This haunted house is no joke and not for the faint of heart. By all accounts and even just by reading the reviews, this place is intense, loved by all and well worth the time and money spent.
The group building and managing Ocean City Screams, has an extensive offering of services in the haunt industry working with professional sports organizations and companies such as the Baltimore Ravens, Hard Rock Cafe and A&E Network.
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March 2014: A Quantum Leap of Faith + A Quantum Dose of Creative Conflict-Resolution Wanted!
The upcoming Pisces New Moon of March 1st is very much about making QUANTUM leaps of faith, with the New Moon in a super harmonious alignment with Jupiter, which represents our capacity for deeply rooted inner faith in life, and faith in our purpose, and dreams. During this time we are SO supported in experiencing our awakened spirits soar to new dimensions of optimism, confidence…and luck!
Also, the planet of action, courage & development of will (Mars) is currently transiting the partnership-and-diplomacy-oriented Libra, AND turning retrograde the same day on March 1st, so there may be a dose of hesitation in the air on a full-out "individualistic" outer action. Sooo, while inner confidence and faith are building, the training in courage, disciplined will, and conflict resolution starts! Mars in Libra is about development of a collaborative strategy to achieve goals (with style!), rather than just pushing forward impatiently on our own!!!
With 4 planets changing their apparent motion in the next week, it may feel confusing on the energetic, information, and communication highways, especially if lacking alignment, clarity, and commitment to our direction and purpose in life, work, and relationships. Non-truths and illusions are up for a major review! Pushing forward simply for the sake of pushing forward, will NOT work.
Pick your battles & words diplomatically as we may expect the unexpected during this time with things, opinions & decisions feeling as if they are "up in the air" a bit, unless consciously grounded towards a purposeful goal & inspired action. Be mindful, and articulate about what your intentions are, and what or who you are aligned with. Consciously choose to offer SOME clarity to receive MORE clarity, and consciously choose to be part of a collaborative solution!
1) What are you on edge & frustrated about right now?
2) How do you discharge energy?
3) How are you handling your stress, conflict and/or anger about the situation?
4) Are you impatient, self-centered, and antagonistic; or inclusive of others' input in the process?
5) Do you stand up for yourself and assert yourself with style towards a joint solution; or impose your will in depreciation and aggressive conquering of opinions of others (whether it's directly or subversively)?
This is what Mars in Libra, especially during its retrograde cycle (March 1-May 19, 2014) will be about: a collective training in assertiveness; strategic, creative, and peaceful conflict resolution; utilizing collaborative strategy & diplomacy vs domineering and/or intimidation tactics.
Belligerence, hostility, aggression, even antagonism, unfriendliness & resentment will be singled out and challenged. Mars prefers a straightforward singlehanded approach, however in Libra, the sign which is opposite from its natural sign of rulership, where it feels a whole lot more comfortable (Aries), it is required to compromise, be fair, and negotiate. To be tolerant, considerate, respectable, inclusive, balanced in its approach; and most certainly more refined, elegant, and cultivated.
What you resist will persist here, especially during Mars retrograde. Instead of opposing the process of co-creation, co-resolution, and mutual solution-finding, compose yourself and engage others in the process. After all is said and done, you will be glad you did!
Time to de-stress & re-negotiate, re-define & re-commit!
Re-activate? Perhaps, providing you are super clear about what you are really activating in your life or business, really understanding the energetics behind it, to avoid activating & perpetuating that which is a contrast or a shadow of what you truly desire.
The Sun entered Pisces at 1:00 pm EST on February 18th! Have you felt the shift? It is a gentle peaceful energy that feels beyond-rational and logical. It is infinite and indescribable. It is meant to be sensed by our feeling mind, not necessarily easily understood by our logic.
The Piscean archetype is the symbol of our own consciousness.
This is the place where we attempt to describe the unknown and merge ourselves with the feeling of uncertainty. To become aware of, not the content of our minds, the noise, but the peace that fills our mind, the flow that is simply the space of being, formless consciousness free of circumstantial conditioning. It has no form and thus is free of labels projected onto it. It is capable of listening without evaluating or judgement. It is capable of compassionate detachment. It is boundless and thus has no meaning projected onto it. That empty space is the cup and the antenna of our connectedness with our Higher Self, with Divine, with Source.
It only seeks to imagine the possibilities. Gazing within. Feeling the spaciousness of our inner mind uncluttered with external stimulation. Except the stimulation that allows gazing within.
We become the observer of our reality, rather than identification with our ego-mind. We transcend our physical limitation and get in touch with that aspect of ourselves that is beyond the limitations of the physical, found in the spiritual experience of meditation or creative processes.
Is reality subjective or objective, this is what we can practice in the Piscean classroom. Do we envision our dreams first before we manifest them into our reality, or is there fate or such dimension of reality that we have access to actually "foresee" what is to come? What is a dream? What is reality?
Perhaps everything in our reality is a reflection of our own state of consciousness. Everything is our own imagination, experiences viewed through the lenses of our own subjective ego-mind perspective.
KEWORDS: Selfless love, boundless compassion, emotional devotion, creative imagination, visionary dreams, spiritual self-transcendence, inner knowing, divine flow, Higher Self.
SHADOW: Self-sacrificing, escapism, drifting, oversensitivity that may lead to numbness if not practicing creating healthy boundaries, martyrdom.
The Month of Love Special – $50 off for any TWO readings or classes purchased by Feb 28th!!!
I am offering the Month of Love Special for another two weeks. Happy Happy!!!
For any TWO readings or classes that are purchased until February 28th (for you + your loved one or friend), you both will receive $50 off the regular cost of ANY reading, healing session, class or package.
Yes, this includes the new 30-minute Skype reading and healing session Karmic Soul Contract Healing.
Both sessions have to be prepaid before February 28th.
Email me at milada@miladasakic.com to secure your Month of Love Special today!
P.S. Just a reminder that the early bird registration for the Akashic Records Level 1 is until February 28th.
Happy Full Moon in Leo & The Most Playful Day of Honouring Love!
Happy Full Moon in Leo (exact today at 6:52 pm EST) & The Most Playful Day of Honouring Love!
The gifts of the Leo's archetype are abundant: Be love! Be play! Be spontaneous!
Celebrate self and your creative child within, if for a moment today.
As you honour those you love with your appreciation & affection today (and every day), remember to start by honouring yourself first.
It is in the process of aligning with our loving self, with our soul and our heart, that we are best able to honour those that are receiving our most vibrant gift holding the essence of love & authenticity.


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MACLEAN'S EDITORIALS
The Policy Is There, But —
The Policy Is There, But — October 15 1941
SO FAR AS the general position of Canadian Labor is concerned, the Order-in-Council making strikes in war industries illegal unless a majority of workers have voted in favor of a strike has produced mixed comment.
Public opinion surveys show that wartime strikes under any condition incense a vast body of people.
A. R. Mosher, president of the Canadian Congress of Labor, thinks that the measure will "increase discontent and distrust in the minds of the workers and thus hinder the war effort." He has called for a "reconstruction of the entire labor policy of the Government."
Tom Moore, president of the Canadian Trades and Labor Congress, says that if the ruling is interpreted with complete impartiality and justice he has no objections.
Both leaders agree that Canadian Labor's greatest problem is to gain recognition of its rights to organize and bargain collectively.
The Government's Wartime Labor Policy, promulgated in June, 1940, did declare that employees should be free to organize in trade unions and to negotiate collectively with employers.
In fact, the Wartime Labor Policy, on paper, appears to cover just about every point of contention. The trouble has been that its application, to industry's problems as well as those of labor, has been weak and uncertain.
Not only labor but industry and the general public too have a right to expect that agreements made will be carried out or enforced.
More progress would be made were labor represented in the Cabinet. Its war responsibilities entitle it to such representation.
True, it is understood that many months ago Mr. King offered the labor portfolio to Tom Moore, and that Mr. Moore declined. But the
choice of Mr. McLarty has turned out to be an unfortunate one. He has lost the confidence of both sides. Recent events call for a strong effort by Mr. King to find a successor who has had practical experience with labor.
Maclean's New Serial
October 1941 By MILDRED GILMAN, SEYMOUR WINSLOW
Ride, Little Girl, Ride
October 1941 By CENETHE THOMAS
Another Face Around the House
October 1941 By MARION GREENE
STEAM BY DAWN
October 1941 By LAWSON LUARD
October 1941 By Clipper
Community War
October 1941 By RAYMOND ARTHUR DAVIES
Vitamins for Your Dollar
Duty on Food Parcels
Mr. King Goes Over


The Natural Health Clinic (NHC) of Halton is dedicated to provide patients with the most competent health care involving full comprehensive health assessment and individualized treatment. Natural Health Clinic of Halton is located on the main floor of the North Oakville Medical in vicinity of the New Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. This area has undergone rapid development in the last few years, with both residential and commercial developments continuing to expand.
Natural Health Clinic of Halton has special interest in preventative medicine and offers tailored Health and Wellness Assessments and Programs suited for your individualized lifestyle needs. Our health care team has diverse specialties offering and teaching you the essential tools required for optimizing your health and well being by targeting your physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Many years ago, I had the opportunity to sit down and meet an extraordinary individual who contributed to the automotive industry in so many positive ways. Edward Davis was the reason many families in the community could purchase new automobiles. He also supported many African American families with their transportation needs at a time when it wasn't easy for them to purchase a vehicle at fair prices. Edward Davis was not only a business man, but he was also a pioneer that created a plethora of job opportunities for many African-Americans.
I will never forget the pleasant welcome and smile I received when I interviewed him for a story about his life and legacy. When you look back throughout the history of African Americans, there were a handful of entrepreneurs who got into the business of selling automobiles. In addition to Edward Davis, another name you could add to the list was Homer B. Roberts (1885-1952) who, in 1923, made history with "Roberts Company Motor Mart". Homer Roberts' company saw many successful and profitable selling years partnering with several automotive manufacturers. This included sales agreements with the Hupmobile Car Company, Rickenbacker, Whippet, and the Marmon automobile manufacturers. He also had a distributorship arrangement with a local Oldsmobile dealer. However, it was Mr. Ed Davis, who became the first African American to acquire his own dealership in the city of Detroit.
Davis was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on February 27, 1911 and was the oldest of ten children. It was his father's Model-T Ford that helped him to create and shape his interest for the love of automobiles. Davis' journey started when he worked at a car garage, then a small car washing business and a machine shop after that. He attended Cass Technical High School and wanted to become an accountant, however, this assignment for him would change quickly because of the struggling job market. Davis was later offered a job with the Dodge Brothers foundry manufacturing area. However, when a great opportunity became available for Davis in 1939, he was able to open his first used car dealership at Vernor and Brush street in Detroit, Michigan.
The dealership was called "Davis Motor Sales", and it became one of the first black franchised car dealers in Detroit. He sold new Studebaker automobiles along with truck models to the City of Detroit and to local businesses. Many people in the community loved his professional business practices as well as his successes. Several community leaders supported Davis which included Rev. R. L Bradby and the Rev William H. Peck. Later, Albert E. Cobo, who was Mayor of Detroit, appointed Davis to the community Relations Commission on which he served from 1953-1961. In 1957 after Davis had terminated his agreement with Studebaker in 1956, Ed Davis became a Sub-dealer for local Ford Dealer (Floyd Rice) for two years.
During the 1960's, Davis had a received word that a freeway (Fisher) was about to be constructed and built at his location which indicated that he would have to relocate his dealership business in Detroit. In 1963, Mr. Davis achieved another successful milestone in his career with the announcement of being awarded a Chrysler-Plymouth dealership in Detroit. Mr. Davis received a great deal of positive press when he opened the doors of his new Chrysler- Plymouth dealership and many people from all over Metro-Detroit came in to purchase new vehicles. The new dealership was located on Dexter Avenue and Elmhurst on Detroit's west side. Davis told me in my interview with him, "It was one of the proudest moments of my career". For many years, the Chrysler-Plymouth dealership created high sales volume within the Detroit community. Davis generated a loyal clientele through many years of developing honest practices that were valued by many within the community.
Although his first contract was in July of 1963, Davis did not officially receive his franchise until November 11, 1963. It was not an easy task to finalize this agreement, however, he eventually received his certified dealer number (62399). He would go on to hire the best people he could find to help move his company forward. Two of those employees were Isabelle Monjoy, Davis' secretary, and Esker Harris. Five years later, Chrysler and other automobile companies were beginning to invest a great deal into black-owned dealerships. Davis once said, "We were selling cars and profits were coming in". In 1963, Chrysler-Plymouth awarded Ed Davis a dealership that he operated in Detroit until his retirement in 1971.
In October 1971, Davis became responsible for the Detroit system (DSR) that operated 1,100 buses and employed 2,380 employees and generated more than $200,000 each day in sales. This became an exciting and challenging career for him that he really enjoyed. Ed Davis received many awards over the years. In 1955, Davis received a Studebaker plaque for winning sales competing with 120 other competitors. In 1966, Davis was named Michigan's Small Businessman of the Year. In 1969, he also received the "Benjamin Franklin Quality Dealer Award". Ed Davis was the first African American to received "Time Magazine Quality Dealer Award". In 1996, Mr. Ed Davis was the first African American to be selected as a member of the industry's "Automotive Hall of Fame".
Unfortunately, the world lost him to congestive heart failure on May 1999. His passing left an exceptionally huge mark on the auto industry that will always be remembered by many generations to come. Mr. Davis once told me that he has to give his wife credit, the late Mrs. Mary Agnes Davis, for her great love, understanding and moral support. As we begin Black History Month, we use this story to honor Mr. Edward Davis, Automotive Pioneer.


BEREA — Rookie cornerback Denzel Ward expects to play Sunday when the Browns host the Atlanta Falcons.
Whether he'll be able to finish the game, though, is a legitimate question.
Ward left Sunday's 37-21 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs during the defense's first series because of a hip issue that bothered him in the buildup to the game. He sat out at the beginning of the practice week before returning Thursday on a limited basis.
"I thought I'd be able to make it through [the game]," said Ward, the fourth overall pick in April's draft who attended Nordonia High School and Ohio State. "But obviously that wasn't the case.
"It was reoccurring throughout that whole week and then going into the game. As the game was going on, it was very hard for me to cut and make moves and run. So I couldn't really go."
Ward, the Browns' top cornerback and interception leader with three, explained he experienced the same hip problem during rookie minicamp in the spring.
"I wasn't fighting it since rookie camp," he said. "It kind of went away but kind of reoccurred throughout the week up until the [Chiefs] game.
"I had monitored reps today, so it felt good to be back out there. I'm getting better, though. I'm going to be good. I should be good."
Of course, the Browns would benefit from Ward bouncing back, especially with quarterback Matt Ryan (70.8 completion percentage, 19 touchdowns, three interceptions, 115.1 rating) and wide receivers Julio Jones (60 catches, 933 yards, one TD), Calvin Ridley (33 catches, 463 yards, seven TDs) and Mohamed Sanu (28 catches, 369 yards, three TDs) coming to town.
Starting linebacker Jamie Collins (ankle) also returned to practice as a limited participant after sitting out Wednesday. Starting center JC Tretter (ankle) remained idle, but he has been playing with a high left sprain since Oct. 14.
Interim coach Gregg Williams said Ward and Collins "had good days."
Rookie running back Nick Chubb has settled into his starting role, rushing 58 times for 230 yards (3.96 average) and two touchdowns in the three games since the Browns traded Carlos Hyde on Oct. 19.
"He's been up for the challenge," running back Duke Johnson said.
Rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield admires Chubb's physical running style.
"It's very rare for him to get taken down by one player," Mayfield said. "The extra yards once he hits the pile and pushes it — it goes a long way. It wears down on a defense when they think they have him wrapped up, but he pushes it another 4 yards."
According to ProFootballFocus.com, Chubb's 3.18 average yards after contact against the Chiefs tied for third in the NFL in Week 9, and his 70 yards gained after contact led the league.
"With our O-line starting it up front, just beating those guys down and me just going there and fighting for every yard, I think after a while, yeah, it does wear on them," Chubb said. "Defenses don't really want to tackle the guy or hold up the blocks the whole game, and you'll catch them slipping every once in a while if you keep at it. So I think that's our whole mindset."
Offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens said Chubb's good body posture entering the pile allows him to often fall forward when he's carrying the ball. The Browns saw that on his college tape at the University of Georgia, and it's among the reasons they drafted him in the second round (35th overall).
But Kitchens said Chubb has been a more patient runner in recent weeks.
"Really where he struggled with that was the first preseason game in New York when everybody was pushing the panic button," Kitchens said. "He just went back to work."
All signs are pointing to veteran Greg Robinson starting at left tackle Sunday instead of undrafted rookie Desmond Harrison.
"If [Robinson] plays the way he did last week, he will make us better," Kitchens said.
Mayfield has had similar praise for Robinson.
"All of those things are factors," Williams said of Mayfield's comments, "but the biggest thing is who is playing the best and what gives us the best chance."
The Falcons, in the midst of a three-game winning streak, got stronger Thursday when they signed veteran defensive end and Atlanta native Bruce Irvin. They're tied for 27th in the NFL with 17 sacks this season.
"We felt like we were fortunate to have a chance to add Bruce to the mix," Falcons coach Dan Quinn, who was Irvin's defensive coordinator with the Seattle Seahawks from 2013-14, said during a conference call. "What we hope to provide is some more pass rush.
"You can never have enough of that. He certainly has familiarity within the scheme. For him to have a chance to come back home to Atlanta, we are fired up to get him on board."
The Oakland Raiders, in full teardown mode, cut Irvin on Sunday. He has 40 career sacks, including three this year in his seventh NFL season. Irvin sacked Mayfield on Sept. 30 in the Raiders' 45-42 overtime win in Oakland.


I rewrote Mensk's line in panel four several times - I got confused by the plurals and pronouns, and struggled to find an elegant way of expressing things. I'm not sure that I succeeded, but Mensk probably isn't the most grammatically aware of individuals anyway.
I had a lot of fun this morning recording dialogue for some scenes from the upcoming audio drama, Buffy Between the Lines, a fan-made series based on Buffy the Vampire Slayer in which I'll be playing a couple of minor roles. The first episodes will hopefully go online in a month or two, and if you're Buffy fan then you really need to keep your eyes on this project. They've got a great writing team, some really good voice-talent and from what I've heard so far, they've done a great job at pinning down that intangible quality which made Buffy so special.


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Q: Is there a way to move a file from google form submission into another folder based on a rows criteria in google sheets is there a way to move a file from google form submission into another folder based on a rows criteria in google sheets?
I would appreciate any assistance. Thanks.

A: If I understood correctly your question has two parts: first you want to match a criteria in the responses Sheet. Then, you want to move a file from a folder into another one. If my understanding of the issue is correct, then you can achieve your goal with these easy steps.
In the first place you can use the TextFinder class to look for a match in the response Sheet. If there is a match, then the files should be moved from one Drive folder into another. To run that move you need to open the file first by using DriveApp.getFileById(). Then you can use File.moveTo() to move it to the other folder by providing the folder identifier (it could be done by using DriveApp.getFolderById()). Please, feel free to ask me any additional doubts.

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GENERATIONAL SYNTHETIC: Brooklyn-based jangle punks Beach Fossils take over Chicago for an action-packed two day plunge performing at Do-Division and the iconic Empty Bottle.
The weather was perfect for a summer Chicago night, Dustin wanted to walk around the neighborhood outside the Empty Bottle. I stopped him to take his portrait in front of a rose bush. A few girls yelled at us from a rooftop jokingly telling us to get away from their rose bush. I yelled back at them to let us on their roof. The girls then invited us on their rooftop and handed us a few beers as we watched the city turn from dawn to dusk.
Overall I had a blast goofin' with the boys during their two day Chicago take over. It was entertaining to hear the Beach Fossils guys talk about New York and it how it has and hasn't influenced the current state of art and music, share hilarious stories of their interactions with other bands like The Drums and Craft Spells, as well as share their mutual love for Mario Kart, Snapchat, and terrible pop music. It was great to meet a band that genuinely cares about their music and their fans and doesn't let the slightest bit of fame get to them. Keep an eye out for their new record out sometime in 2016 via Bayonet Records (Dustin and his partner Katie's label)!


Abstract : Located at the foot of the Virunga volcanic mountains, Integrated Polytechnic Regional College Musanze (IPRC Musanze) is playing an important role in training technical persons in Rwanda.
MUSANZE, Rwanda, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Located at the foot of the Virunga volcanic mountains, Integrated Polytechnic Regional College Musanze (IPRC Musanze) is playing an important role in training technical persons in Rwanda.
The college, constructed by Chinese enterprise China Geo-Engineering Corporation using funds from the Chinese government, is the largest polytechnic in northern Rwanda, said Emile Abayisenga, principal of IPRC Musanze and chairman of Musanze district council.
Covering an area of three hectares, IPRC Musanze situated in Musanze district has 1,200 students, the number of which increases from 170 at the beginning of its operation in 2015. Its first batch of around 170 graduates graduated in June this year with diploma. Besides, more than 700 students have completed short courses in the college.
The huge increase of the students within three years shows the school is really needed in Rwanda, said Abayisenga, who studied in China.
IPRC Musanze has the second highest number of applicants for admission among eight IPRCs across the country, after IPRC Kigali in Rwanda's capital, which has established for 10 years, according to him.
The college offers five advanced diploma and diploma programs including Agriculture and Food Processing, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Hospitality Management as well as Irrigation and Water Engineering, and provides 10 short courses such as carpentry, culinary arts and electrical domestic installation.
The programs provided in IPRC Musanze fall into the country's priorities, said the principal, noting that the college is contributing to developing skilled people and bridging the gap of shortages of technical people in Rwanda as the central African country is investing in technical schools.
"The support from the Chinese government is very significant, not only because of the students we train, but also surrounding community who benefit from this school," Abayisenga told Xinhua.
Residents from surrounding community get jobs in the college that has more than 100 staff and receive training of different skills like agriculture from the college, he said. They also get shelters constructed by students who learn construction, and cows from the college which are also used to teach students agriculture, he added.
Level three student Marcel Nyirimihigo majoring in irrigation and water engineering has completed his final project of designing a concrete gravity dam in Rwanda's Eastern Province to deal with water shortage during the dry season.
"Agriculture in Rwanda is like a foundation in our daily life. I want to modernize Rwanda's agriculture through irrigation and that's why we conclude to design that dam," said Nyirimihigo, who was helping his schoolmates do a final project at a workshop within the college.
Agriculture accounts for 33 percent of Rwanda's gross domestic product and engages 70 percent of the population, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
"This institution funded by China is important for us students. China put infrastructure that has helped and will help our study," he said.
The governments of China and Rwanda have signed an implementation agreement on the expansion project of the college. China will fund the expansion project and provide necessary equipment to IPRC Musanze.
The cooperation between China's Jinhua Polytechnic and IPRC Musanze also injects new energy into skill training in the landlocked country.
Jinhua Polytechnic in Zhejiang Province, eastern China, and IPRC Musanze jointly launched Jinhua Polytechnic's oversea campus in IPRC Musanze in July 2017, which includes a technical skills development center and a Chinese language learning center.
Two management staff from Jinhua Polytechnic has been working in IPRC Musanze since April 2018. They have completed research of labor marketing conditions in the region in order to making a cooperation plan in line with conditions of Rwanda and the college.
The Chinese polytechnic together with a Chinese enterprise have provided equipment to its Rwandan counterpart to support practical education of the college, and invited staff of IPRC Musanze to receive training in China, whose expenses will be fully covered by Jinhua Polytechnic.
It is not the only effort that Jinhua Polytechnic has made to help Rwanda cultivate technical persons. It has been providing scholarships to Rwandan students to study at Jinhua Polytechnic since 2014. As of April 2018, 78 Rwandan diploma students were studying at the polytechnic.
Denys Makuza came back Rwanda from China this July after completing study at Jinhua Polytechnic, where he studied vehicle inspection and repair for three years and Chinese language for one year.
"Studying in China indeed helps me a lot. I learned high level skills, Chinese language and Chinese culture, as well as working methods and efficiency of Chinese people," Makuza told Xinhua in fluent Chinese.


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Our Lady of the Lake Ranked in Top 10 Catholic High Schools in Michigan
One of Michigan's top high school choices is right here in St. Joseph. According to rankings released by education platform Niche, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School is among the state's 10 best Catholic high schools, and in the top 25 of all Michigan private high schools.
The all-star teaching staff at Our Lady of the Lake is a key component of the school's success. All meet certification requirements and hold bachelor's degrees, and nearly 40% of have also earned their master's degree. With a comfortable 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, "Teachers are able to connect individually with every student to help them reach their unique potential," shares Middle/High School Principal James White.
The school's college readiness and Advanced Placement (AP) pathway is unrivaled in Southwest Michigan. Students select from a full complement of nine college-level AP courses covering every content area. "Our teachers are brilliant. And we've focused a lot of development time in crafting an AP program that sets students up for success," shares White. An incredible 67% of students in grades 9-12 took at least one AP test in 2022. "For the first time in school history, we had a freshman score a five on the test and 62% of test-takers scored a three or higher on the exam, which earns the student college credit," says White.
A well-rounded, classical Catholic education is blended with innovative programs and opportunities to create the unique Laker experience. Lakers enjoy an array of extracurricular activities that complement classroom instruction, including the school's newly approved Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Chapter, which advances student learning and prepares them for careers in business, marketing, hospitality and more.
State-of-the-art technology sets the school apart from any other school in the area. In the Monte Global Trading and Finance Lab, advanced technologies complement business and finance classes, including realistic trading simulations using StockTrak software. Students also use a mixed reality platform called ZSpace, where they can maneuver and interact with virtual 3D models as they study human anatomy, physics and more.
The school's ultimate impact is reflected in its graduates. Last year, every graduate was college bound. The Class of 2022 collectively received over $1.2 million in merit scholarships and began their post-secondary education having already earned an average of 4.5 college credits via AP and dual-enrollment options.
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School is a private pre-kindergarten through 12th grade school accredited by the Michigan Non-Public Schools Accreditation Association. Our Lady of the Lake provides an exceptional academic experience by focusing on Education, Faith and Citizenship. Learn more at OurLadyCatholicSchool.com. Families interested in a quality, faith-based education can call to schedule a tour: 269.429.0227 for pre-school through 5th grade; 269.983.2511 for 6th through12th grade.


Sanitation Station or Holy Habitation?
In Leviticus 11:44b, God commands us: "…be holy, because I am holy." In the course of human history, people have striven in every way imaginable to be holy. No human effort, however, can produce holiness. When we think of holiness, many of us think of purity, absolute cleanliness, sanctity — as if holiness were some kind of sanitized condition. In fact, holiness is not that at all — holiness is actually a condition which has never been defiled and can therefore never be sanitized. That is why even our most vigorous attempts at rule-keeping and spiritually purifying ourselves can never generate holiness. Holiness is part of the DNA of God. The good news is that He gives us Himself, complete with His DNA, through the indwelling Holy Spirit. God declares in Exodus 31:13b: " … I am the Lord, who makes you holy." God Himself, the One who has never known sin, makes us holy.
If we desire holiness in our relationships with other people, we must cultivate it the same way God planted holiness in us — by honoring them. Honor is the key to holiness. God honored us by dying for us when we were unclean and unrepentant, when we least deserved His attention and forgiveness. "But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8) He honored us supremely by bestowing His love and favor upon us when we were in a completely degenerate condition. When we trusted Him and received His gift of love, His holiness invaded our hearts by the power of the Holy Spirit. Similarly, holiness in our relationships with others is dependent on honor. If we will seek to honor others in our speech and actions, irrespective of whether that honor is deserved or not, relationships of safety and trust will develop. When a person feels honored (respected, validated, and loved), he feels safe in a relationship. Safety and trust then open the way for holiness in that relationship. Holiness is not something that previously was defiled that I can sanitize (despite my best efforts!); holiness is the presence of God Himself as He releases His nature in and through us.
Glad you like it! I pray that God will use it to refresh, motivate, and encourage you. Let us know if there's something specific you'd like to see addressed. We'll consider it!


The Kids Tennis Clubs offers students a chance to enjoy tennis at their school or other facility with a regular schedule, structure and supervision. As of October 2011, USTA Southern had 172 clubs operating in our nine states.
An after-school or intramural program similar to a chess club, running club, etc.
Club meets on a regular, on-going basis throughout the school year.
Can be organized at a school, park, youth center, or tennis facility.
Kids Tennis Club organizers can be teachers, coaches, parents or volunteers (e.g. retirees, league players, college students).


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Old Beams Lodge, Christchurch
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Bransgore 1.66 2.67 N/A 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
Bakers Barn
Tyrrells Ford Hotel
Heronshaw House
Hurn 2.37 3.81 N/A 17181920212223 £95.00 £85.00 £85.00 £85.00 £85.00 £85.00 £95.00 £95.00
Village Hotel Bournemouth
Bournemouth 2.4 3.87 3 17181920212223 £89.00 £69.00 £60.00 £71.20 £71.20 £55.20 £60.00 £89.00
Stour Lodge Guest House
Christchurch 2.48 4 4 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
Southern Comfort Guest House
Christchurch 2.49 4.01 N/A 17181920212223 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00 £30.00
Brantwood Guesthouse
Christchurch 2.5 4.02 3 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
Druid House
The Kings Harbour Hotel
Pitts Deep, Christchurch
Captains Retreat
Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre
Bournemouth 2.83 4.55 N/A 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
Captain's Club Hotel & Spa
14 Park Gardens
Mudeford 2.95 4.74 N/A 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
32 Cranleigh Close, Bournemouth
Stanpit Cottage
Charlottes Rest
Avon Beach Bed & Breakfast
Christchurch 3.21 5.17 N/A 17181920212223 FULL £97.00 £87.00 £87.00 £87.00 £87.00 FULL FULL
Bure Lodge
Burton 3.29 5.3 N/A 17181920212223 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
Luxury Shepherds Hut
Bransgore 3.29 5.3 N/A 17181920212223 £160.00 £135.00 £135.00 £135.00 £135.00 £135.00 £160.00 £160.00
Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa
Salisbury Road, Winkton, Winkton, BH23 7AS
Originally built as a private house dating back to 1673, this old worlde property is full of character and charm, and provides free Wi-Fi and traditio...more
Originally built as a private house dating back to 1673, this old worlde property is full of character and charm, and provides free Wi-Fi and traditional home-cooked food. Situated 2 miles from the centre of Christchurch, this 13-bedroom inn offers the opportunity to sample Fullers real ales and traditional home cooked local produce. The rooms all have en suite facilities and a TV. They are split between the main building and the coach house. Close to the New Forest and many places of interest, the Fisherman's Haunt is the ideal location for the country lover & angler, tourist and businessman with links to all the major motorways, 2 miles from Christchurch and just 10 minutes away from Bournemouth International Airport.
177 Stony Lane Burton Dorset, Christchurch, BH23 7LD
Auld Mother Hubbard's Burton is located in Christchurch, 3.1 km from Christchurch Castle, 5 km from Mudeford Beach, as well as 6 km from Highcliffe Ca...more
Auld Mother Hubbard's Burton is located in Christchurch, 3.1 km from Christchurch Castle, 5 km from Mudeford Beach, as well as 6 km from Highcliffe Castle. The bed and breakfast is 6 km from Hengistbury Head. The bed and breakfast has a flat-screen TV. A continental breakfast is served each morning at the property. Mudeford Quay is 4.3 km from Auld Mother Hubbard's Burton. Bournemouth Airport is 11 km from the property.
Hurn, Christchurch, BH23 6AS
Nestled on the edge of the New Forest National Park, the Avon Causeway Hotel is just 1 mile from Bournemouth Airport. With a bar and a restaurant, it ...more
Nestled on the edge of the New Forest National Park, the Avon Causeway Hotel is just 1 mile from Bournemouth Airport. With a bar and a restaurant, it is 10 minutes' drive from Christchurch. The rooms include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a dining area. The en suite or private bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. In the mornings, the Avon Causeway Hotel offers an extensive breakfast menu. The options include full English, smoked salmon, and vegetarian breakfasts. Using quality produce, the restaurant serves homemade dishes. The lounge bar is well stocked with ales, wines, and spirits. With free private parking, the Avon Causeway Hotel is renowned for its Murder Mystery events. It is just 10 minutes' drive from the historic market town of Ringwood. Home to sandy beaches, Bournemouth's seafront is just a 15-minute drive away. The area offers numerous outdoor activities, including cycling and hiking. Poole is a 25-minute drive away and combines beach life and beautiful parks.
168 Stony Lane, Burton, Christchurch, BH23 7LD
Situated 2.9 km from Christchurch Castle, 5 km from Mudeford Beach and 6 km from Highcliffe Castle, Old Beams Lodge, Christchurch features accommodati...more
Situated 2.9 km from Christchurch Castle, 5 km from Mudeford Beach and 6 km from Highcliffe Castle, Old Beams Lodge, Christchurch features accommodation located in Christchurch. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hengistbury Head is 6 km from the holiday home, while Mudeford Quay is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 11 km from Old Beams Lodge, Christchurch.
, Bransgore, BH23 8BA
Set in Bransgore in the Hampshire region, Four Oaks has a garden. Free WiFi is available. The holiday home comes with a TV. Bournemouth is 16 km from ...more
Set in Bransgore in the Hampshire region, Four Oaks has a garden. Free WiFi is available. The holiday home comes with a TV. Bournemouth is 16 km from the holiday home, while Southampton is 34 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 12 km from the property.
91A Burley Road Bransgore , Bransgore, BH23 8BA
Set in Bransgore in the Hampshire region, Bakers Barn features a garden. The accommodation has free WiFi. The holiday home comes with a TV. Bournemout...more
Set in Bransgore in the Hampshire region, Bakers Barn features a garden. The accommodation has free WiFi. The holiday home comes with a TV. Bournemouth is 16 km from the holiday home, while Southampton is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 12 km from Bakers Barn.
Ringwood Road, Avon, Christchurch, BH23 7BQ
Offering a bar, a la carte restaurant and a garden, Tyrrells Ford Hotel is located in Christchurch, on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Free ...more
Offering a bar, a la carte restaurant and a garden, Tyrrells Ford Hotel is located in Christchurch, on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas. Rooms here come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Some also have garden views. They all come with an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and bathtub or shower. A full English breakfast is served every morning at the property and the restaurant serves an a-la-carte menu. The bar offers a wide selection of ales, cider, lager and wines. The hotel is 7.3 miles from Highcliffe Castle and Hengistbury Head and Christchurch Harbour are just under 8 miles away. Christchurch Railway Station is 5.3 miles away, while Bournemouth Airport is 3.7 miles away.
Hurn Court Lane, Hurn, BH23 6AX
This traditional 17th-century stone farmhouse has recently been taken under new ownership and is located on quiet farmland, less than 1 mile from Hurn...more
This traditional 17th-century stone farmhouse has recently been taken under new ownership and is located on quiet farmland, less than 1 mile from Hurn Airport. It offers gourmet breakfasts and bedrooms with sash windows with countryside or courtyard views. Rooms at Heronshaw House all feature large walk-in power showers and luxury toiletries. Rooms are designed in a country-house style and have free WiFi. Breakfast is served in Trout Dining Room where full English and fresh fruits are on the menu. Special dinners for groups can be arranged upon request. Heronshaw House is just 5 miles from the New Forest. The beaches at Bournemouth are a 15-minute minute drive away. Free parking is available at the Heronshaw.
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Rd, Bournemouth, BH7 7DZ
Distance:2.4 miles | Star Rating:
Village Hotel Bournemouth is a stylish hotel with excellent facilities. It offers a modern health club with a gym and a pool, along with a great pub a...more
Village Hotel Bournemouth is a stylish hotel with excellent facilities. It offers a modern health club with a gym and a pool, along with a great pub and restaurant and a Starbucks. The hotel also includes free WiFi and free onsite parking. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room, or whirlpool spa. At an extra cost, guests can use the Village Gym, with a swimming pool, sauna and steam room. The spa offers a range of health and beauty treatments. The modern and spacious rooms at the Village Hotel Bournemouth have tea/coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Meals can be enjoyed in Buca di Beppo restaurant serving authentic Italian-American cuisine or in the Village Pub. Guests can also relax with a coffee in the onsite Starbucks Coffee Shop. The hotel is 1.5 miles from Pokesdown Rail Station and 3.5 miles from Bournemouth International Airport.
54 Stour Road, Christchurch, BH23 1LW
Situated in Christchurch, Stour Lodge Guest House is 1.3 km from Christchurch Castle. Built in 19th century, this 4-star guest house is within 3 km of...more
Situated in Christchurch, Stour Lodge Guest House is 1.3 km from Christchurch Castle. Built in 19th century, this 4-star guest house is within 3 km of Hengistbury Head and 5 km of Mudeford Beach. The property is located 6 km from Highcliffe Castle. The rooms in the guest house are equipped with a kettle. The rooms include a flat-screen TV, and some units at Stour Lodge Guest House have a garden view. All units are fitted with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Mudeford Quay is 4 km from Stour Lodge Guest House. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 10 km from the guest house.
51 Stour Road, Dorset, Christchurch, BH23 1LN
Providing free WiFi, Southern Comfort Guest House is situated in Christchurch, within 1.3 km of Christchurch Castle. The property is set 3 km from Hen...more
Providing free WiFi, Southern Comfort Guest House is situated in Christchurch, within 1.3 km of Christchurch Castle. The property is set 3 km from Hengistbury Head and 5 km from Mudeford Beach. The property is 6 km from Highcliffe Castle and 4 km from Mudeford Quay. At the guest house, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms also offer a garden view. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as windsurfing and cycling. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km from the property.
51 Stour Road, Christchurch, BH23 1LN
We are a friendly small guest house with spacious en-suite rooms and choice of cooked breakfasts. We are centrally positioned , just 5 mins walk from ...more
We are a friendly small guest house with spacious en-suite rooms and choice of cooked breakfasts. We are centrally positioned , just 5 mins walk from the town centre, train station and local buses. The New Forest and beaches are just a short drive away.
Brantwood Guesthouse is set in Christchurch, 1.3 km from Christchurch Castle. 3 km from Hengistbury Head, the property is also 5 km away from Mudeford...more
Brantwood Guesthouse is set in Christchurch, 1.3 km from Christchurch Castle. 3 km from Hengistbury Head, the property is also 5 km away from Mudeford Beach. Highcliffe Castle is 6 km away and Mudeford Quay is 4.1 km from the guest house. A Full English/Irish breakfast is served every morning at the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 10 km from the guest house.
26 Sopers Lane, Christchurch, BH23 1JE
Located in the town of Christchurch, Druid House is less than 3 miles from Hengistbury Head, offering views of the English Channel. It offers free par...more
Located in the town of Christchurch, Druid House is less than 3 miles from Hengistbury Head, offering views of the English Channel. It offers free parking on-site and free Wi-Fi access in public areas. Individually designed, each of the rooms at Druid House features an en suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. In the morning guests are offered an extensive breakfast that uses fresh local produce. It includes a full English breakfast, English muffins and a continental option. A selection of fruit juices are also available. From the property, the historic Christchurch Castle is situated just 2 minutes' drive away. Bournemouth Aviation Museum and Adventure Wonderland are also just 5 miles away. The coastal town of Bournemouth is a 17-minute journey by car and the Oceanarium Bournemouth is 16 minutes' by car.
18 Castle Street, Christchurch, BH23 1DT
This stylish hotel is in Christchurch town centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxury rooms with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players and iPod d...more
This stylish hotel is in Christchurch town centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxury rooms with flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players and iPod docks. The Kings Christchurch looks out over the town's Victorian bowling green and the castle ruins. The hotel has been fully renovated and reopened in the summer of 2008. The Georgian building mixes original character with modern luxury. The en suite rooms have luxury beds with Hypnos mattresses, power showers and luxury toiletries and bathroom products. Guests can use The Harbour Spa at the Kings's nearby sister hotel, The Christchurch Harbour. The Kings Restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients, including produce from The New Forest and seafood from the South Coast.
, Christchurch, BH23 1JF
Located in Christchurch, just 700 metres from Christchurch Castle, The Old Thatch provides accommodation with free WiFi. The Hengistbury Head is withi...more
Located in Christchurch, just 700 metres from Christchurch Castle, The Old Thatch provides accommodation with free WiFi. The Hengistbury Head is within 3.1 km of the holiday home. The holiday home features a TV and 2 bedrooms. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Mudeford Beach is 5 km from the holiday home. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km away.
2 Pitts Deep, Quay Road, Christchurch, BH23 1BU
Situated 700 metres from Christchurch Castle, 3.5 km from Hengistbury Head and 4.4 km from Mudeford Beach, Pitts Deep, Christchurch provides accommoda...more
Situated 700 metres from Christchurch Castle, 3.5 km from Hengistbury Head and 4.4 km from Mudeford Beach, Pitts Deep, Christchurch provides accommodation set in Christchurch. It features free WiFi and a garden. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen. Highcliffe Castle is 7 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 11 km from the property.
, Christchurch, BH23 1NU
Captains Retreat in Christchurch provides accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Christchurch Castle, 3 km from Hengistbury Head and 5 km f...more
Captains Retreat in Christchurch provides accommodation with free WiFi, less than 1 km from Christchurch Castle, 3 km from Hengistbury Head and 5 km from Mudeford Beach. The property is 6 km from Highcliffe Castle. The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms and a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. Mudeford Quay is 4.2 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 10 km from Captains Retreat.
Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre, Bransgore, BH23 8EE
Set in Bransgore, 13 km from Bournemouth, Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre features a seasonal outdoor barbecue and terrace. Southampton is 26 km ...more
Set in Bransgore, 13 km from Bournemouth, Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre features a seasonal outdoor barbecue and terrace. Southampton is 26 km from the property. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. The holiday homes feature a fully equipped kitchen, a TV and a DVD player. Tea/coffee making facilities are available in all rooms. Free private parking is also available on site. House guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar while grocery delivery and packed lunches are available on request. There is a seasonal cafe with breakfasts and snacks available. The property has water sports facilities and bike hire is available. You can play tennis at the property, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as canoeing and hiking. Portsmouth is 45 km from Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 8 km from the property.
, Bournemouth, BH23 1LA
Willow Way enjoys a location in Bournemouth, just 5 km from Boscombe Beach and 8 km from Bournemouth Beach. The property features garden views and is ...more
Willow Way enjoys a location in Bournemouth, just 5 km from Boscombe Beach and 8 km from Bournemouth Beach. The property features garden views and is 8 km from Bournemouth International Centre. This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen. The holiday home also includes 1 bathroom with a bath or shower. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Queen's Park is 6 km from the holiday home, while Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 11 km from the property.
Wick Lane, Wick Ferry, Christchurch, BH23 1HU
Situated just 5 minutes' from the beach, Captain's Club Hotel & Spa offers luxury river-facing suites. It is located in Christchurch, a 15-minute driv...more
Situated just 5 minutes' from the beach, Captain's Club Hotel & Spa offers luxury river-facing suites. It is located in Christchurch, a 15-minute drive from Bournemouth town centre and airport, just 35 minutes' drive from Southampton. With a chic and modern design, the Captain's Club suites are welcoming and spacious, featuring separate kitchen and living areas. All bedrooms and suites have wonderful views of the River Stour. The property offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. The privately owned hotel boasts the popular Club Restaurant, which features panoramic views of the picturesque River Stour. In the mornings, guests can enjoy a full English breakfast. All-day menus include locally sourced produce. Spa facilities include a hydrotherapy pool and sauna, along with a range of luxurious with famous brand products including Caudalie.
, Mudeford, BH23
14 Park Gardens is located in Mudeford. The accommodation is 12 km from Bournemouth. The holiday home has a TV. Guests can also relax in the garden. S...more
14 Park Gardens is located in Mudeford. The accommodation is 12 km from Bournemouth. The holiday home has a TV. Guests can also relax in the garden. Southampton is 37 km from the holiday home.
, Bournemouth, BH6 5LD
32 Cranleigh Close, Bournemouth is an accommodation situated in Bournemouth, 4 km from Boscombe Beach and 7 km from Bournemouth Beach. The accommodati...more
32 Cranleigh Close, Bournemouth is an accommodation situated in Bournemouth, 4 km from Boscombe Beach and 7 km from Bournemouth Beach. The accommodation is 7 km from Bournemouth International Centre. Providing access to a patio, this holiday home comes with 3 separate bedrooms. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Guests can also relax in the garden. Queen's Park is 5 km from the holiday home, while Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 12 km from 32 Cranleigh Close, Bournemouth.
, Christchurch, BH23 3NE
Stanpit Cottage in Christchurch features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.7 km from Mudeford Beach. This holiday home is 2.1 km from Christchurch Castl...more
Stanpit Cottage in Christchurch features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.7 km from Mudeford Beach. This holiday home is 2.1 km from Christchurch Castle. The holiday home features a TV, a seating area, a kitchen with an oven, and 1 bathroom. Highcliffe Castle is 4.2 km from Stanpit Cottage. Bournemouth Airport is 12 km from the property.
6 Charlotte Close, Mudeford, BH23 4DF
Charlottes Rest is located in Mudeford. Complimentary WiFi is available. The holiday home is equipped with a TV and 3 bedrooms. The accommodation is e...more
Charlottes Rest is located in Mudeford. Complimentary WiFi is available. The holiday home is equipped with a TV and 3 bedrooms. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Bournemouth is 14 km from the holiday home.
6 Southcliffe Road, Christchurch, BH23 4EN
Situated in Christchurch, Avon Beach Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with a flat-screen TV. Free WiFi is available. Guests at the bed and break...more
Situated in Christchurch, Avon Beach Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with a flat-screen TV. Free WiFi is available. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Highcliffe Castle is 1.9 km from Avon Beach Bed & Breakfast, while Mudeford Beach is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.
18 Bure Haven Drive Mudeford, Christchurch, BH23 4BS
Bure Lodge is an award-winning bed and breakfast located in the seaside fishing village of Mudeford, close to Christchurch. Free parking is possible o...more
Bure Lodge is an award-winning bed and breakfast located in the seaside fishing village of Mudeford, close to Christchurch. Free parking is possible on site, and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. Rooms at Bure Lodge will provide you with flat-screen TV with satellite channels, ironing facilities and a work desk. The en suite shower rooms have Molton Brown toiletries and fluffy towels. Other items in the room include, tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, clock radio, dressing gowns and slippers. Highcliffe Castle is 1.5 miles away, whilst Avon beach is just 300 metres from the property. Hengistbury Head is 0.7 miles away and accessible by ferry. Christchurch railway station is an 8-minute drive from Bure Lodge, whilst Bournemouth airport is 4 miles away.
57 Mudeford , Burton, BH23 3NQ
Victoria Cottage is located in Burton and offers barbecue facilities and a garden. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to free WiFi and a ...more
Victoria Cottage is located in Burton and offers barbecue facilities and a garden. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen. The holiday home has a TV and 4 bedrooms. Fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Bournemouth is 12 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 13 km from the property.
Brick Lane, Bransgore, BH23 8DU
Luxury Shepherds Hut is set in Bransgore and offers barbecue facilities and a garden. Guests staying at this lodge have access to free WiFi and a terr...more
Luxury Shepherds Hut is set in Bransgore and offers barbecue facilities and a garden. Guests staying at this lodge have access to free WiFi and a terrace. This lodge is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a satellite flat-screen TV. A bicycle rental service is available at the lodge. Bournemouth is 20 km from Luxury Shepherds Hut. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.
95 Mudeford, Christchurch, BH23 3NT
Perfectly positioned at the water's edge, overlooking one of Dorset's most picturesque estuaries, Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa features a 2 AA-Ros...more
Perfectly positioned at the water's edge, overlooking one of Dorset's most picturesque estuaries, Christchurch Harbour Hotel & Spa features a 2 AA-Rosette restaurant and a luxury modern spa. The environmentally friendly Jetty Restaurant offers waterside views and an impressive contemporary design. With an international menu and Michelin-starred chefs, there is also an extensive wine list. The newly refurbished Christchurch Harbour Spa features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and treatment rooms. There is also a fully-equipped gym. Set in an impressive Victorian building, Christchurch Hotel is just 20 minutes from Bournemouth centre. The beautiful Christchurch Harbour offers ferries to the Poole Harbour Islands, and Two Riversmeet Golf Club is a 5-minute drive away.


Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has reportedly made sure he has carried out his role as leader off the pitch in recent weeks by getting to the bottom of the team's 'lack of spark' in order to fix the problems that have plagued Los Blancos this winter.
Prior to a 7-1 thrashing of Deportivo La Coruna at the weekend, Real had gone three La Liga games without a win. Following that huge victory, they have since been knocked out of the Copa del Rey at the quarter final stage by top flight minnows Leganes.
According to a report from Marca, published prior to the Leganes game on Wednesday night, club president Florentino Perez tasked Ramos with 'leading an inquest' to help fix the issues.
Cristiano Ronaldo is one player in particular who has been performing well below par in 2017/18, failing to find the net at anything like his usual prolific rate.
Ronaldo is said to have been one of three guests that Ramos invited for dinner. Luka Modric and Marcelo also joined and the skipper is believed to have relayed messages of 'respect and gratitude' from the Bernabeu hierarchy, particularly where Ronaldo was concerned.
In the very next game against Deportivo, Marcelo's performance seemed to improve, while Ronaldo netted a brace to take his La Liga tally for the season from four goals to six.
The 2-1 defeat at the hands of Leganes this week, which saw the Madrid-based club defeat their illustrious neighbours on away goals after a 2-2 aggregate score-line, was arguably an anomaly as Ronaldo, Marcelo and Modric were all rested by Zinedine Zidane.
The real indicator of Ramos' success will be how Real perform in a huge game against Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday afternoon. Valencia are five points better off in the table and anything other than a win would leave Real vulnerable to dropping out of the top four.