A career setback can be an opportunity to take a much-needed break, re-evaluate or pursue your professional goals, start your own business, or embark on an entirely new career. Here are tips for turning a career setback into new opportunities, in a video I recently made for Harvard Business Publishing.
Flowers and chocolate are just lovely on Valentine's Day if you have a Valentine. If you don't, it can be just down right depressing. Lauren Mackler, coach, psychotherapist & best-selling author of "Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life," was recently interviewed on FOX about Valentine's Day as an opportunity to celebrate your relationship with your self.
If you're going to be alone on Valentine's Day, catch my television interview tomorrow, 2/10, on FOX at 9:45am for some great celebration tips!
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Bestselling author and renowned coach Lauren Mackler talks about developing your "Inner Nurturing Parent" to build a strong, loving relationship with yourself and live a healthy, fulfilling, and self-sufficient life. Lauren is the author of the international bestseller, Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life, fellow author of Speaking of Success with Jack Canfield and Stephen Covey, and host of the Life Keys radio show on Hay House Radio. www.laurenmackler.com.
Bestselling author, renowned coach, and keynote speaker, Lauren Mackler, is interviewed by Harvard Business School about how to handle difficult conversations and improve your communication style. Lauren Mackler is one of the foremost visionaries in the personal and professional development field today. She has risen to international prominence as the creator of Illumineering, a groundbreaking coaching method that helps people break free of their self-defeating patterns and achieve the results to which they aspire. Lauren is the author of the international bestseller, Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life, fellow author of Speaking of Success with Jack Canfield, Stephen Covey, and Ken Blanchard, and host of the Life Keys radio show on Hay House Radio. Over the past 25 years, she has been a psychotherapist, corporate executive, Big Four consultant, and a leading authority in personal transformation, leadership, and professional performance. In 2001, she founded Lauren Mackler & Associates, integrating her diverse expertise to provide individual coaching, professional trainings, and keynote presentations that ignite people's greatest potential. As a leading expert, Lauren is frequently interviewed by the media, a partial list of which includes CNN, FOX, The Wall Street Journal, London's Daily Mail, NPR, Marie Claire, Ladies Home Journal, Parade, and The Boston Globe. www.laurenmackler.com.
(FOX 3/10) - Scum, sleaze, cheater -- we all have certain names we use to describe those who are unfaithful in their marriage. And there's been a lot of this going on, from Tiger Woods to John Edwards, to former New York Governor Elliot Spitzer, just to name a few. Yet, while one partner is labeled a villain, the other is a victim. However, Lauren Mackler tells us it may not that simple. Lauren Mackler, psychotherapist, coach and author of the international best seller "Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life," recently joined FOX Morning News to talk about the hidden drivers behind infidelity.
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Lauren Mackler, bestselling author, life coach, and relationship expert, talks about her personal journey that inspired her bestselling book, Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life and workshop. Drawing from her own experiences; those of her coaching clients; and the fields of psychology, physiology, sociology, holistic healing, and strategic business practices, Lauren has developed a unique program for reclaiming your innate wholeness. This gradual, stepbystep process involves understanding where your selfdefeating patterns come from and how to move beyond them. She helps you uncover and retrieve your authentic self—who you really are beneath the layers of life conditioning. Laurens groundbreaking program will help you live in a more conscious and deliberate way, move beyond your self-defeating patterns, and become the person you were born to be.
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Hydrilla verticillata is an invasive aquatic plant which has rapidly spread through many inland water bodies across the Southeastern United States (SEUS) by outcompeting native aquatic plants and displacing fish populations. Consumption of water for drinking and power generation as well as recreational use of lakes has been threatened by the spread of Hydrilla. In recent years, Hydrilla has served as a vehicle for the spread of a toxic cyanobacteria (Aetokthonos hydrillicola) responsible for the neurodegenerative disease Avian Vacuolar Myelinopathy, which causes massive fish kills and bald eagle deaths throughout Georgia. Using Landsat 8 Operational Land Imager (OLI) data, a rapid assessment tool was developed to map the extent of Hydrilla and predict future spread throughout the SEUS by quantifying seasonal biomass through a time-series analysis. A normalized difference vegetation index was performed and overlaid on the green band to differentiate between floating and submerged vegetation. Depth measurements were taken at Lake Herrick using Secchi disks to calculate light attenuation and identify the lower boundary of photosynthetically active regions. These data informed an unsupervised classification model, which was further trained using aerial imagery acquired by an unmanned aerial system. This model was validated with in situ biomass measurements and local knowledge. Next, data collected from 2013 to 2015 were used to create a time series of true color composite images, which were analyzed to map regions of expanding Hydrilla presence. The time series, in conjunction with a quantitative model of Hydrilla growth, were used to predict future Hydrilla hot spots.


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For an Olympic athlete, the quest for excellence can take a heavy toll. Catherine Garceau, a 2000 Bronze Medalist, has paid a heavy price since her victory, dealing with numerous physical and psychological issues experienced and 'stuffed down' during her years of constant training and single-minded focus. Training at the Olympic level can have a dark side; depression, anxiety attacks, and eating disorders are more prevalent than anyone knows. The stress of constant training so often becomes both a cause and a cover for great physical and psychological troubles.
In her upcoming book, Swimming Out of Water: How an Olympian's Struggle Inspired Breakthrough Discoveries in Health and Well-Being (Morgan James Publishers, July 2012), Catherine talks candidly about life before, during, and after the Olympics. She recounts how she became a healthier person AFTER she stopped competing. Now with certificates in eating psychology and mind/body nutrition, she is also advocates a reduction of chlorine by-products in pools. Prolonged exposure to high levels of chlorine by-products can be toxic, and has been linked to numerous health issues including asthma and other chronic respiratory ailments, skin irritations, digestive issues, and hormonal disruptions, all of which she personally struggled with. Catherine advises competitive and leisure swimmers on how to swim smart, swim safe, and also champions new pool filtration innovations that lower chlorine by-products for healthier swimming pool environments.
Despite some of the tough topics she covers in her book, Catherine (a mermaid at heart) is a staunch supporter of the Olympic experience and of aquatics, and she has a delightfully upbeat delivery and energy that make her a great interview.


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Q: What year was Berean Christian School founded?
A: The school was founded in 1980 and since then, we've grown to include two campuses that house grades kindergarten through 12.
Q: Is Berean Christian School accredited?
A: Berean is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and AdvancED (formally known as SACS). We are also a member of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA).
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A: We want every student to receive a world-class education and this is why our teachers are held to the highest standards. Each teacher at Berean Christian School is required to maintain his or her certification with the Association of Christian Schools International. This certification requires a four-year degree with educational coursework plus additional credits in Philosophy of Christian Education and the Bible.
We also want Berean parents to feel confident in the spiritual guidance their children receive, which is why another qualification of our teachers and support staff is that they be born again believers who are committed to the philosophy of Christian education.
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Q: How does Berean encourage students to strive for excellence?
A: We challenge each of our students to do his or her best both academically and spiritually. We help make this possible through a partnership between the school, the parents, and the church. We want to make sure all of our students focus on the Word of God as their compass in all aspects of study and extracurricular activities. It is our goal to give students the skills they need to achieve their spiritual and academic goals. We also want to prepare every student for college, beginning in kindergarten and continuing through grade 12.
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A: Yes. Both our school's campuses are closed, meaning all doors are locked with only one way into the main school area. The lower campus has security cameras and all visitors must enter the school through the main office. We welcome families and individuals who wish to see our facilities or learn more about our school, but we recommend making an appointment prior to visiting.
A: Sycamore is a school web-based system with a web interface where parents and students can keep up with individual class assignments and grades via the computer. Berean Christian School has a Sycamore specialist available to help parents navigate this process throughout the year. For more information about Sycamore, contact the school office.
A: At the lower campus (K-5), parents can drop students off starting at 7:30 a.m. and they are supervised until time to report to classrooms at 8:00 a.m. Students are considered tardy at 8:02 a.m. School is dismissed each day at 3:00 p.m. We ask that all students be picked up no later than 3:45 p.m.
The hours of operation at the upper campus (6-12) begin at 7:30 a.m. Students are considered tardy after 8:00 a.m. and should report to the front office for a tardy slip. Dismissal time is 3:00 p.m.
Berean has an After School Program, for an additional fee, that is available for students who might need to stay after school. This program provides students with supervised care until 5:30 p.m.
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A: The Parent-Student Handbook is available on our website, along with school calendars, and contact information for teachers. You can always contact either the main office at 521-6054 ext. 100 or the upper campus office at 521-6054 ext. 200 with any questions or concerns that you might have.
A: Two days a week (WF), we offer "hot meals" that students may pre-order. These meals are provided from restaurants with which we have made delivery arrangements.
Many students bring their own lunches and we have microwaves in 4th – 12th-grade rooms.
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A: Yes. It's our goal to see each student not only fully prepared for higher education but also to successfully accepted in their "first choice" college. Our guidance department works closely with every high school student to make sure he or she takes advantage of the opportunities that are available. Guidance staff also assists students with learning more about career options and exploring possible career goals.
In any given year, Berean Christian School graduates receive more than a million dollars in academic scholarships. Some of the colleges our graduates have gone on to attend are: Belmont University, Bryan College, Cedarville University, Columbia, Georgetown, Lee University, Liberty University, Moody Bible Institute, University of Tennessee, Taylor, Vanderbilt University, Tennessee Tech University, Wheaton, and West Point Academy.
Q: Does Berean provide standardized testing for students?
A: Our students in grades K-8 take the Terra Nova Achievement Tests each spring. This is only one of several tools used to measure academic achievement. Students in 10th and 11th grades take the PSAT each fall. The test is required for juniors and is strongly recommended for sophomores. We recommend ACT and SAT test-taking beginning in the spring of the junior year. Berean guidance counselors provide students and parents with information about registration and preparation for these tests.
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A: Technology is a priority at our school. On the lower campus, every classroom is equipped with at least one computer station for individual use (as determined by the teacher). We also have internet-connected projectors for multi-media instruction. The upper campus has state-of-the-art Smart technology and filtered-Internet capabilities in the computer lab. We offer computer classes with instruction in keyboarding, Microsoft applications, graphic design, and computer programming.
Q: Does Berean Christian School offer an athletic program?
A: Yes, our Eagle Athletic Department, which is very popular in this region. At the upper campus level, students may participate in volleyball, cross-country, golf, basketball, swimming, and soccer. As part of the TSSAA Division 1, we are able to co-op with Gibbs High School to offer football, baseball, softball and track, and field. We are proud of our teams and support them as much as possible during their playing seasons.
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A: We have an extensive Fine Arts Program at both campuses. Students in grades 1-12 have the options of drama, speech, art, and choral activities. Our lower campus offers art, drama and music instruction for all grade levels. The high school students perform a full-scale theatre production each year.
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A: We have a financial aid program available on a limited basis. To find more information about financial aid, check out the Tuition and Financial Aid section under the Admissions tab on the school website.
Q: Is Berean sponsored by a church or denomination?
A: Berean Christian School is sponsored by Berean Bible Church, a nondenominational church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Many different denominations are represented by students who attend the school.
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Once summer rolls around, all I want to wear are dresses. They're the easiest way to get dressed and make you look put together with very little effort. I've picked 5 of my favorite under $100 styles and paired them with some of my earrings for five perfect summer looks.
I break down how to set the perfect outdoor table this summer to make your Insta Stories the envy of all your followers. From chic blue and white melamine to fun tablecloths and cocktail napkins, this post has all of the essentials.
I've always loved a touch of chinoiserie in any room (or if it's my house, every room). I've combed through the depths of Amazon to pull together chinoiserie finds that look expensive but won't break the bank.
In this digital age, everyone wants their house to be Instagrammable. Here are some pointers to get an instagram/pinterest worthy guest room without shelling out the big bucks.
Any of my good friends will tell you that I'm obsessed with my house. After I moved in last year, I went crazy with paint and fabric samples, created way too many Pinterest boards (like one for each bathroom...), and rearranged furniture at least once a week. Even though it's fully furnished now, I'm still always looking at furniture & decor because hey, who doesn't love an upgrade?
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Q: Greatest common divisor of $2 + 3i$ and $1-i$ in $\mathbb{Z}[i]$ Greatest common divisor of $2 + 3i$ and $1-i$ in $\mathbb{Z}[i]$
Here is my attempt at solving this using a generalized Euclid's Algorithm. Does it look alright?
Step 1
$2 + 3i = M(1-i) + N$
$$\frac{2 + 3i}{1-i} = \frac{2 + 3i}{1-i}\frac{1 + i}{1 + i}$$
$$= \frac{-1 + 5i}{2} = -\frac{1}{2} + \frac{5i}{2}$$
Now, this point in the complex plane is equidistant from the nearest four $a + bi \in \mathbb{Z}[i]$, so we can pick any of them to be $M$, I will pick $2i$ for the sake of simplcitiy.
$N = 2 + 3i - M(1 - i) = 2 + 3i - (2i)(1 - i) = 2 + i - 2 = i$
So at the conclusion of step 1 we have
$$2 + 3i = 2i(1-i) + i$$
Step 2
$1 - i = M(i) + N$
$\implies M=-1$ and $N = 1$
So at the conclusion of step 1 we have
$$1 - i = (-1)(i) + 1$$
Step 3
$i = i(1) + 0$
A remainder of $0$ means we conclude the algorithm. The last non-vanishing remainder was $1$, so that means the GCD of $2 + 3i$ and $1-i$ is $1$?

A: I would solve this be looking at the modulus square of each number and taking the common divisor of that. in this case $|2+3i|^2 = 4+9=13$ and $|1-i|^2=1+1=2$ the modulus square of any common divisor must therefore divide 2 and 13 so it must be 1. Therefore the only common divisors are i,-1,i,-i

A: Converting to an answer: Yes, this is exactly right and it is how I would do it.

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Vida alentejana : semanário agrícola, pecuário, turístico, de cotações fundado em setembro de 1934, resume-se, num programa sistematizado, em quatro pontos: "defender o Alentejo dos dislates e dos detratores"; "propagar as suas belezas que são inúmeras"; "defender os lavradores das garras dos especuladores, trazendo-os sempre ao corrente dos preços dos produtos que têm para vender"; "dar-lhes, por intermédio de pessoas especializadas nos conhecimentos úteis, tanto na agricultura como na pecuária, na horticultura, apicultura, floricultura, etc". Em conclusão, apresenta-se com a tarefa maior de "prestar ao Alentejo o mais relevante serviço". Foi seu diretor Pedro Muralha (oriundo de Beja) e editor António Beleza.

Ver também
Lista de publicações disponíveis na Hemeroteca Municipal de Lisboa em formato digital

Ligações externas
 Vida alentejana : semanário agrícola, pecuário, turístico, de cotações (1934-1935) cópia digital, Hemeroteca Digital

Jornais extintos de Portugal
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British & the Sikhs, The: Discovery, Warfare and Friendship C1700-1900. Military and Social Interaction in Imperial India
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Mann, Gurinder Singh
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A book which covers the relationship between the British and the Sikhs in the eighteenth and nineteenth century.
The Sikh Confederacy consisting of military units or Misls rose from the ashes of the crumbling Mughal Empire in the Eighteenth century. As a result, under the leadership of General Bagel Singh they conquered the Red Fort of Delhi in 1783 leading to the Sikh Empire being formed in the Punjab under Maharajah Ranjit Singh in 1801. During this time the East India Company also expanded its frontiers and territories, witnessing the rise and the progression of the Sikhs. This was coupled with the influx of Christian Missionaries who came to convert the Sikhs into the British way of thinking. The two Empires were destined to clash and the Anglo Sikh Wars of 1845-1849 witnessed some of the bloodiest battles Victoria's Britain fought, with major losses on both sides. The annexation of the Punjab led to the employment of the Sikhs into the British Indian Army. This led to the Sikhs becoming part of many British campaigns, including their major contributions in the First and Second World Wars. This book weaves the reader through anecdotes and important events highlighting the relationship between the British and the Sikhs which exists to this day. In this deeply-researched book, Mann uses rare anecdotes to provide recognition to early descriptions from British administrators, writers and illustrators who depicted the history of the Sikhs and the land of the Punjab. The book is also supplemented with a number of Anglo Sikh treaties which determined relations in the Nineteenth century.
Gurinder Singh Mann is Director of the Sikh Museum Initiative. He is a Leicester born Sikh Scholar and historian. He holds an MA in South Asian Religions from De Montfort University, Leicester (2001). He is co-author of two books on the Sikh martial scripture: entitled: Sri Dasam Granth: Questions and Answers, (Archimedes Press, 2011) and the Oxford University Press published: The Granth of Guru Gobind Singh: Essays, Lectures and Translations (2015). He is also co-convenor of the International Sikh Research Conference (ISRC) which takes place at the University of Warwick every year. Gurinder has researched and discovered many Sikh artefacts and relics as well as delivering lectures across the world for 20 years. He has appeared on radio and TV, including the BBC, ITV and other channels giving his views on heritage issues as well as theological matters. He set up the Sikh Museum Initiative to research the numerous Sikh relics and artefacts in the UK. The initiative has already made headway by utilising new technologies including 3d modelling and augmented reality to showcase and preserve Sikh heritage. He curated the exhibition Anglo Sikh Wars: Battles, Treaties and Relics (2017) to great acclaim which took place at Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester.
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Oklahoma preps for freeing the drinks
In 3 weeks, a bevy of alcohol reforms will go into effect in Oklahoma, including allowing grocery stores to sell wine and higher-alcohol beer. According to OKCFox.com, stores are busy preparing for the big day:
We're just three weeks away from new liquor laws going into effect in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission (ABLE) is working overtime to get alcohol licenses to businesses across the state, as grocery stores and gas stations prepare to sell wine and high point beer.
Homeland grocery store on Classen and NW 18th has already stocked shelves with wine in anticipation of the big day. There is a sign letting customers know they can't buy it yet.
Many businesses are letting their 3.2 beer sell out so they're not stuck with low point inventory come October 1st.
"There's been a lot of places that are completely empty," said Cindy Jones, manager of 50 EZ Shop. "We've just been selling out and not buying any."
Businesses have to apply for a retail license through the ABLE Commission to sell strong beer or wine. They also have to apply for employee licenses for those who make the transactions.
Tagged: Oklahoma, Beer, Wine, Retailing
Oklahoma set to implement alcohol retailing reforms
Starting this Fall, Oklahoma grocery stores will be allowed to sell wine and full-strength beer, and liquor stores will be allowed to sell cold beer. According to NewsOK, concerns over the implementation of the new changes appear to have been sufficiently addressed prior to the state legislature's adjournment:
Last-minute legislation prevented the need for a special session to deal with Oklahoma's new alcohol modernization laws, the bill's author said.
House Floor Leader Jon Echols said Senate Bill 1173, which passed both chambers Thursday just hours before lawmakers adjourned for the year, is the bare minimum of law needed before the voter-enacted changes go into effect.
On Oct. 1, Oklahoma grocery stores can sell wine and higher-strength beer, and liquor stores can install refrigerators to sell cold beer for the first time. The state question that approved those policies left some regulatory gaps, however...
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Oklahoma Dry Counties to Vote on Allowing Alcohol Sales
Oklahoma is one of several states that still has so-called "dry counties" that prohibit the sale of alcohol. According to the Enid News & Eagle, however, the state will allow the dry counties to vote on whether to allow drink sales at bars and restaurants:
The 14 remaining "dry" counties in the state of Oklahoma will all give their residents a chance to vote on a liquor-by-the-drink sales proposition on the June 26 ballot...
As of now, the 14 counties do not allow the sale of strong beer, wine or liquor in local restaurants or bars. If the proposition were to pass, the counties that pass it would be allowed to sell alcohol above 3.2 percent by weight and continue business as normal.
However, if the proposition fails to pass, the counties failing to pass it would not be allowed to sell any beer, wine or liquor starting Oct. 1, while the rest of the state embraces alcohol modernization.
"We are very happy to see that the county commissioners in each of these counties understand the damage of not allowing liquor-by-the-drink sales could do to businesses," said Oklahoma Beer Alliance President Lisette Barnes. "This is the right way forward to give local residents a chance to vote on this issue."
Despite 12 of the 14 dry counties approving State Question 792 - which allows for the sale of cold strong beer in grocery, convenience and liquor stores - it didn't change local laws that restrict sales of alcohol more than 3.2 percent at restaurants and bars..."
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From Four Tiers to Three: Oklahoma Set to Overhaul Its Booze Distribution Laws
While most states operate under a version of the three-tier alcohol distribution system, Oklahoma technically has a four-tier system: producer, distributor, broker, and retailer. But as the Tulsa World's "What the Ale" blog reports, Oklahoma will be transitioning to a more traditional three-tier system later this year:
"A lot of things will change in the beer, wine and spirits world in October, not just cold regular beer and wine in grocery and convenience stores.
The Oklahoma distribution system is changing too. Oklahoma has been a four-tier state for a long time. Now, it is changing to a three-tier state.
The four tiers included producer/supplier, importer/distributor, broker and retailer. Under the new system, the broker will merge into the importer/distributor category.
For the average consumer, nothing changes — in theory.
But the new law will give breweries a choice of which distributor they want to use. For the consumer, it means the product is taken care of because a brewery could move to a different distribution company if they aren't happy. Breweries will also know what stores their products are going to be in and how long they have been sitting there. Under the current system, they have no idea where their product is unless they make phone calls or visit a liquor store..."
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Judge tosses Oklahoma liquor stores' challenge to wine in grocery stores
Last November, Oklahomans passed a ballot initiative allowing wine and full-strength beer to be sold in grocery stores across the state (previously only liquor stores could sell beer and wine). State alcohol retailers challenged the vote in court, but a federal judge just dismissed the suit and allowed the initiative to stand. As reported by NewsOK.com:
"A federal judge has dismissed liquor stores owners' legal challenge to a new law that will allow Oklahoma grocery stores to sell wine in 2018.
The Retail Liquor Association of Oklahoma, a trade group representing liquor store owners, filed the lawsuit challenging the new law in December.
Oklahoma voters in November approved State Question 792, which will allow grocery stores and convenience stores to sell wine and cold, full-strength beer beginning in October 2018. The measure passed with 65 percent of the vote.
U.S. District Court Judge Robin Cauthron on Thursday rejected the liquor store owners' protestations over SQ 792..."
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The election to renew 11 seats in the OpenStack Technical Committee (TC) is on. Through October 17, active technical contributors (ATCs) can cast their votes for 25 members of the OpenStack Foundation. The TC oversee the work on the existing programs and determine the inclusion of new programs such as Savanna or Ironic.
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The first- through sixth- place winners will serve for a one-year term, while the rest of the top 11 vote-getters will be elected to a six-month term. (For those who are interested in the deep down details, the votes will be collected using the Condorcet Internet Voting System (CIVS) and a Condorcet algorithm (Schulze/Beatpath/CSSD variant), which is similar to "instant run-off" voting but guarantees that a candidate who is more popular than the others, when compared to each of them, will, in fact, win.) For more information on the election itself, please see the TC Election wiki.
As in the case of each semi-annual election, the TC will propose a TC chair. The final selection will be determined using the Condorcet system. The Board of Directors will then approve the TC chair.
We're interested in what the community has to say about all this. To see each candidate's position you can click on their name above, but what is it that you would like to see from the the Technical Committee? What about an individual member? What would you do if you were a TC Member? Please let us know by leaving a comment!


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OIC chief demands international law to criminalize Islamophobia
OIC chief demands international law to criminalize Islamophobia /node/1587731/saudi-arabia
From left to right: Yousef Al-Dhobei, Dr. Al-Othaimeen, Dr. Saud Kateb and Tariq Bakhit. (Supplied)
MOHAMMED AL-KINANI
"There are laws against anti-Semitism and racism. So, we request a law against mocking religions.," says Al-Othaimeen
JEDDAH: Muslim leaders on Thursday demanded the introduction of an international law to criminalize all acts of Islamophobia.
Announcing plans for the celebration of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation's (OIC) 50th anniversary in Jeddah on Monday, its secretary-general called for a global crackdown on individuals or groups responsible for "insulting religions or prophets."
Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen told Arab News: "There are laws against anti-Semitism and racism. So, we request a law against mocking religions."
In a report released by the OIC, he said that modernization and the Internet revolution had turned the world into a "global village" where religions and cultures should coexist, and races and nations must live side by side as neighbors.
"Islamophobia is a sentiment of excessive fear against Islam that is transformed into acts of intolerance and discriminations against Muslims and even violent crimes against people with Islamic attires."
A press conference held at the Jeddah headquarters of the OIC, to reveal the organization's anniversary plans, was attended by Al-Othaimeen along with the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs' deputy minister for public diplomacy, Dr. Saud Kateb, assistant secretary-general for humanitarian, social and cultural affairs, Tariq Ali Bakhit, and the assistant secretary-general for political affairs, Yousef Al-Dhobei.
Al-Othaimeen said the OIC had witnessed a remarkable expansion since it was founded half a century ago, working in many areas including backing for the Palestinian cause and the international fight against terrorism and extremism.
He pointed out that the organization had established the "Voice of Wisdom," an electronic platform to combat hate speech on social media.
A host of foreign ministers of OIC member states are expected to attend the anniversary celebrations to be staged under the slogan, "United for Peace and Development." The gathering will include an accompanying festival and symposium reviewing the most important political, economic and cultural issues currently being worked on by the organization, and a number of prominent Islamic figures will also be honored during the event.
Kateb highlighted the goals of the OIC, especially the Palestinian cause and spreading the culture of unity and solidarity among the Islamic community, and he praised the Kingdom's efforts to support the achievement of its objectives.
On Islamophobia, Al-Othaimeen said that the behaviors of some Muslims who did not truly represent Islam, had brought prejudice to the surface.
"Islamic moderation centers and entities concerned with fighting extremism are reflecting the true image of Islam. When a successful Muslim physician, businessperson or engineer is found anywhere in the world, this person does not only represent himself but Islam in general. These are the good role models we are honored to introduce to the world," he added.
"The decisions that the OIC works on implementing are basically decided upon by the presidents and leaders of the Muslim world who meet every three years. When they meet and issue a number of declarations, it is then the role of the OIC to put these decisions into effect whether they are cultural, humane, developmental or political."
The secretary-general added that the real power of the OIC was in the shape of "moral authority." He noted the "effective spiritual power" of King Salman hosting Muslim leaders in Makkah during the final days of the recent month of Ramadan.
"Any organization would definitely perish if it felt satisfied with what it had achieved. We, in the OIC, are looking forward to achieving more and more."
Al-Othaimeen pointed out that the OIC regarded the issues of Muslim minorities, extremism and fighting terrorism as key areas for its focus.
"Also, we are highly concerned about the human rights violations against Rohingya Muslims, who were ethnically cleansed and displaced from their country.
"These issues are of great importance, to be worked on in collaboration not only with governments, but also with people and non-profit organizations, to prove to everyone that Islam is the voice of mercy, moderation and coexistence with Muslims and non-Muslims," he added.
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Saudi Cabinet voices support for the territorial sovereignty of Cyprus /node/1616441/saudi-arabia
King Salman chairs the Cabinet session on Tuesday. The meeting reviewed the Kingdom's economic progress. (SPA)
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Kingdom calls for security to be maintained in the region
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has voiced its support for Cyprus' territorial sovereignty amid growing tensions following the discovery of oil and gas reserves in the eastern Mediterranean.
The Saudi Cabinet, chaired by King Salman, on Tuesday said it was watching developments in the eastern Mediterranean "with great interest," and called for security and stability to be maintained in the region.
The Cabinet also reviewed the Kingdom's progress among 190 economies in the World Bank's Women, Business and the Law 2020 report, which placed it first among GCC countries and second in the Arab world on legislative reforms relating to women.
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 program supports the implementation of reforms that enhance women's role in economic development, raising the Kingdom's competitiveness regionally and globally.
Minister of Media Turki bin Abdullah Al-Shabanah said the Cabinet reviewed several reports on developments in regional and international arenas.
The Cabinet reiterated the Kingdom's assertion during the fourth session of the Arab Parliament in Cairo that its policy is based on the principles of peaceful coexistence and good neighborliness, full respect for the sovereignty and independence of states, noninterference in their internal affairs, and its belief that these principles are capable of resolving all conflicts, foremost the Arab-Israeli conflict.
The Cabinet reviewed efforts to promote political solutions to crises in Syria, Yemen, Libya and Sudan, calling on all to take action to address destabilizing foreign threats and interventions.
The Cabinet also reviewed efforts to promote political solutions to crises in Syria, Yemen, Libya and Sudan, calling on all to take action to address destabilizing foreign threats and interventions and to "move forward toward the aspirations of security, stability and development of Arab countries and their peoples."
On regional affairs, the Cabinet condemned an attack on a military site in Niger, the bombing of a security checkpoint and a tax collection center in Somalia, and the terrorist strike by Houthi militia on a mosque in the Marib governorate, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
The Cabinet session also authorized the minister of foreign affairs or his deputy to sign a draft protocol on establishing diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Zimbabwe.
An agreement on social development between the the Kingdom and Tunisia was also approved along with a memorandum of understanding for scientific and technical cooperation with Spain.
The Cabinet also approved an agreement for scientific and geological cooperation between the Saudi Geological Survey and the Russian State Geological Company.
Topics: Saudi cabinet
Saudi Cabinet condemns Iranian aggression
Saudi Cabinet: Exit of foreign militias a must for Syria peace


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Jesus of Montreal
Film review[1] by Gwydion M. Williams.[2]
Films about religion used to be dull and priggish. More recently – and with the notable exception of Pasolini's The Gospel according to St Matthew they have tended to be both silly and pointlessly offensive to people's deeply held religious feelings. This film manages to avoid both traps.
It concerns an actor who is given the task of modernising a passion play, a play depicting the crucifixion of Jesus. But he goes much further than anyone expects, upsetting the authorities.
Meanwhile, real life events start shadowing the Gospel life of Jesus. Thus, the actor is tempted with a profitable career as a conventional actor, against a backdrop of a view of the city from a skyscraper
There is a lot of humour in the film – but it also gets close to the real feelings that the founders of Christianity probably did have. Naturally, events culminate with the actor's death. As for the resurrection – well, I won't give the plot away, but you get an intelligent conclusion. Also one that avoids the sort of routine special-effects supernaturalism that you find in far too many films nowadays.
The larger social context is also interesting. It is a French Canadian film, and the position of the French-speaking minority in English-dominated North America does have a parallel or two with that of the Jews in the Roman Empire at the time of the historic Jesus.
One or two religious extremists have objected to the film. But I think that it will appeal to most Christians, as well as to the non-religious and members of non-Christian religions. I saw it at the London Film Festival, I hope that it will be going on wider release soon.
[It is available on disk, and has a small but enthusiastic following.]
This article appeared in January 1990, in Issue 15 of Labour and Trade Union Review, now Labour Affairs. You can find more from the era at https://labouraffairsmagazine.com/very-old-issues-images/.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus_of_Montreal, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097635/.
[2] Using the pen-name Walter Cobb


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Are we talking about Discord servers that contain roleplaying communities, or merely joined at the hip to a community that does a bunch of its fooling around elsewhere?
Speaking of fooling around, I take it that RP servers that allow NSFW content are not to be included on this list.
Do Discords for roleplay in MMORPGs also count? I know a few of those too, but will wait for a confirmation.
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उद्योग व अर्थव्यवस्था
धर्म संस्कार
संस्कृति व विरासत
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No road, no vote, vows Begusarai village
by समाचार पटल
The negligence of the elected representatives in providing basic facilities has forced the residents of Thatha village in Begusarai district, to boycott the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
Residents of the village said that neither the state government nor any politician has paid heed to their demands in the last five years.
Surrounded by river Budhigandak on three sides, the village in Begusarai district has a single road which connects it to the rest of the state. However, none of the residents wish to travel by it as the condition of the road is dilapidated, thereby forcing them to travel by boat.
Protesting the apathy, locals of the village have decided to stay away from voting.
"There is no medical facility in the village, and to reach the nearby hospital, one must catch a boat before 8 pm. Similarly, pregnant women and students of the village suffer in the absence of a road. The entire village would boycott polls unless they are provided with a bridge or a road," said Geeta Devi, a Thatha resident.
"Pehle raasta, phir vote (First road, then vote)," she retorted.
No Road, No Vote सड़क नहीं तो वोट नहीं
Echoing similar sentiments, a student whose school is situated across the river said, "The road is in bad condition that is why we use the boat. I often get late to school. There is no other way. The district administration is doing nothing to fix this".
The entire episode also adds to the woes of the lone boatman of the village, as he claims to be travelling at least 200 times a day, back and forth.
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क्या नास्त्रेदमस ने कोरोनावायरस महामारी 'एक जुड़वां वर्ष" में होने की भविष्यवाणी की थी?
This is the first real image of a black hole
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BIADA invites applications for industrial land allotment
CCCC 2017: National inter-school cryptic crossword contest to begin tomorrow at Ranchi
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बिहार चुनाव 2020: भाजपा ने दूसरे चरण के लिए 46 प्रत्याशियों की सूची जारी की
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जगनमोहन ने सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के जज एनवी रमन्ना पर लगाये आरोप, मुख्य न्यायाधीश को लिखा पत्र
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3rd A great day of raptor movements with 2 Red Kites flying north-east at 15:00 and a total of at least 40 Buzzards passing over (CwS ). A couple of hours in the Chasewater Heaths area during the morning produced a Peregrine, Sparrowhawk, 6 Willow Warblers, 11 Chiffchaffs, 3 Blackcaps, 3 Lesser Redpolls and 5 Skylarks (AB).
4th 140 Sand Martins, 18 Swallows, a Redshank and 2 White Wagtails were present (CwS).
5th The earliest Lesser Whitethroat on record was present near the railway along with several Blackcaps. Over 200 Sand Martins were over the lake and a Shelduck was present (CwS).
An adult Little Gull (PW) was amongst 800 Black-headed Gulls on the lake, 60 Sand Martins, 6 Buzzards and a Raven were noted whilst Willow Warblers, Blackcaps and Chiffchaffs were in song during a twenty minute visit (GE).
S 7th Three Common Scoters were seen off the Sailing Club, 3 Willow Warblers and 2 Little Ringed Plovers were also present (SBi).
8th Four (3 adults, 2cy) Little Gulls and an Arctic Tern were present (PW, JHu, VT, JT, JA) along with a Black Tern (CM, RF). Orange Tips are now on the wing (DL).
S 9th Five (4 adults, 2cy) Little Gulls and a Common Tern were presnt until 18:30 when they all flew east. A Yellow Wagtail was seen during the morning (CwS).
Five (4 adults, 2cy) Little Gulls were amongst 100 Black-headed Gulls. Also present were 2 Common Terns, 2 Oystercatchers and a Curlew flew over (CwS, GE, AB). 1-2 House Martins and Swallows were with the Sand Martins and on the North Shore 8 Willow Warblers, 12 Chiffchaffs, 3 Blackcaps, 12 Bullfinches and 5 Lesser Redpolls were recorded (AB). Peacock, Small Tortoiseshell and an Orange Tip were on the wing but no sign of any Green Hairstreaks yet (GE).
11th The 5 Little Gulls were present until at least 15:00 (GE) but only the 2cy bird was seen in the evening when a 3cy Mediterranean Gull flew in. Also present were 2 Common Terns, 2 Oystercatchers and 7 Greylag Geese (CwS).
On Cuckoo Bank there were 2 Redstarts and a Yellow Wagtail (CwS).
12th During the morning a Swift (probably the earliest ever for Chasewater) was with House Martins over the Sailing Club and the 3cy Mediterranean Gull, a 2cy Little Gull and 2 Greylags were present (CwS). During the afternoon a Great White Egret flew west over Willow Vale (PJ).
S 13th The 2cy Little Gull was still present along with 2 Common Terns and over 20 House Martins. A Garden Warbler was singing by the Watersports Club (N, GE CwS).
S 14th A 2cy Little Gull, 2 Common Terns and 3 Willow Warblers were noted (KD).
16th On Cuckoo Bank there were at least 80 Skylarks, 10 Meadow Pipits, 2 Red-legged Partridges, Linnets, a Garden Warbler and a Grasshopper Warbler (GH).
17th A Great White Egret was present during the morning along with 2 (adult, 2cy) Little Gulls and 2 Whitethroats (CwS).
Two Grasshopper Warblers were on Cuckoo Bank along with Meadow Pipits, Linnets, Blackcaps, Willow Warblers, Chiffchaffs, a Garden Warbler, Swallow and a Grey Wagtail (GH).
18th A Green Sandpiper, Common Sandpiper, Whitethroat (CM, JJH) and a 2cy Little Gull were present (CwS).
19th A Curlew and a Common Sandpiper were seen in the morning. During the evening a 2cy Little Gull, 2 Common Sandpipers and 2 Common Terns were present (CwS).
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S 20th Two Lesser Whitethroats, 2 Garden Warblers, a Reed Warbler, a Common Sandpiper a Redshank and a Common Tern were present (CM).
The monthly WeBS count produced 13 Canada Geese, 2 Greylag Geese, 65 Mute Swans, 1 Shoveler, 5 Gadwall, 73 Mallard, 6 Teal, 57 Tufted Ducks, 17 Great Crested Grebes, 3 Cormorants, 6 Moorhens, 98 Coot, 3 Common Sandpipers, 45 Black-headed Gulls, 17 Lesser Black-backed Gulls and 2 Common Terns. Amongst the 57 bird species noted were 15 Willow Warblers, 7 Chiffchaffs, 2 Reed Warblers, 7 Blackaps, a Garden Warbler and 5 Whitethroats but no hirundines or Swifts were present in the warm and sunny conditions. Orange Tips, Speckled Wood and Green Hairstreaks were on the wing (GE).


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As a life-long fan of Star Wars, I tried to play along, but I can't tow the party line anymore. The Phantom Menace could have been SO much better.
Looking back at the Star Wars franchise, I now realize that I only really love the first and second movies (by which I mean chapters 4 and 5... if you don't understand what I mean, stop bothering to read any further). Return of the Jedi, while not bad, didn't live up to my expectations any more than Episode 1. I want to say that it was just the Ewoks (certainly, they were nothing to hoot about), but there was plenty more. But whatever, let's look at the Jar Jar one for now.
There have been a few underground edited versions of The Phantom Menace, but they are largely attempts by fans to improve the product from what was already shot. Some problems go back further than that, and could have been fixed in the script. With almost twenty years to work on it, we all agree George Lucas had plenty of time to come up with a better product.
Anakin. The age gap between Anakin and Amidala was way too large. Lucas was trying to make the Queen seem very young (which is an interesting character choice), but Natalie Portman doesn't seem young (she seems just old enough. Follow me?). You can't help but look at Amidala and Anakin and say "they're going to have babies". With her character a good 8-10 years older, it just feels weird. She could still be older, but Anakin should have been at least a teenager.
Some more years on him would give Anakin a deeper resentment of slavery, and more reason to want to get off Tatooine. It would also make his dialog sound better. A lot of the lines didn't really ring true coming from a ten year-old.
The reason Lucas made Anakin so young was that he was thinking about the movie in terms of the younger audiences. "Wow", kids will think, "I'm the same age as Anakin Skywalker! This will give me much to think about!" But really, kids don't need a character their same age to connect with Star Wars. I wasn't even ten when I saw the first Star Wars, and it rocked my existence (ask my Mom and my third grade teacher Mrs. Dogario for all the sordid details). More on this in a moment.
than it did after three? I can think of no good reason why Phantom Menace has to return to planet Tatooine. In Star Wars, Tatooine seemed remote and tucked away. We all know that eventually Obi-Wan is going to be hiding Luke on Tatooine, so come on! You think Darth Vader wouldn't consider checking there? If he meets Obi-Wan on Tatooine, then he knows old Ben has been there, and just how remote it is in the first place. Fooey, says I.
C-3PO. Along with Tatooine is the cockamamie idea of having Anakin be C-3PO's creator. Anakin, C-3PO and R2-D2, all chummy. Is Lucas high?
Like everything in Highlander 2, these things just seem to detract (or outright contradict things) from the coolness of the previous films. I reckon at some point in Episode 3, the memory banks of R2-D2 and C-3PO will get erased to explain why they aren't freaking out in Episode 4, but what about Darth? He doesn't realize that his former droids are whooping it up with the other side now? With one of the biggest, most successful franchises in history, it isn't necessary to have these supporting characters to link the stories together. Vader is the only link we need.
Midichlorians. Nothing takes away from mysticism faster than science. We were better off leaving The Force as a vague concept with nothing scientific to point to it. Nevermind the idea of the Midichlorians conceiving Anakin (another fruity idea), it just makes The Force less interesting.
The plot elements involving Darth Sidious, the Trade Federation, Palpatine, and Qui-Gon were all fine. It was an interesting, new kind of story for Star Wars. Fan boys all knew that Palpatine was Sidious, but it was treated well, and new viewers didn't know right away (some still might not know). The semi-rebellious Qui-Gon made me think how easy it might be for Vader to destroy the Jedi (if they weren't all united, they would be easy pickings).
Even Jar Jar isn't that bad on paper... it was his execution that left much to be desired (another obvious move with kids in mind).
I don't hate The Phantom Menace, but I've been pretty disappointed. They say a movie like this can't possibly live up to the hype, but it can still be great. The Phantom Menace wasn't.


This Christmas present was sent in 1916 all the way from Egypt during the First World War from Michael Dillon, 'Mick', who was serving in the Royal Engineers to his sister Henrietta Dillon 'Hetty', who lived at Queens Park in Bedford.
The embroidered material was probably meant to be used as a decorative table centre piece. I expect the local traders in Egypt made a profit from machine stitching commissioned messages on souvenirs, like this one, for troops and servicemen away from their loved ones. Egypt was of crucial significance during the First World War, with the Suez Canal being a vital supply route as well as key to shipping troops to the Western Front.
At this time of year if we are lucky we are able to take a break from work and spend at least Christmas Day with family or friends. I chose this object because it reminds me of those who are not so fortunate, and have made a self-sacrificing choice to work over the Christmas break, perhaps away from their loved ones in order to serve others in whatever way.
Recently on the news there was a Christmas message sent by video from HMS Ocean posted on 'You Tube' of the crew singing along to Mariah Carey's 'All I want for Christmas'. This was also aired on the BBC News Embed video here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDZcGz4vmJc. The ship and crew had been serving in Libya, but fortunately the service personnel were granted leave to return home before Christmas after filming this video and arrived a week or two ago back in England. I am a sucker for a happy ending at this time of year, and the video did make me smile.
I am in the process of trying to trace more information about Michael Dillon through his service records and census data online. We have one other embroidered souvenir, also we think bought by Michael, from Malta.
Malta was known as 'The nurse of the Mediterranean' during the First World War, with so many Military Hospitals situated on the island nursing wounded troops back to health and aiding their recuperation.
Florence May Dillon, Sister of Michael and Henrietta and seamstress for E P Rose and Co. Bedford.
We also have a charming photograph of Michael's other sister (above), who perhaps received a similar gift to 'Hetty' in 1916, Florence May Dillon thought to be around 19 years old in this picture and was a seamstress for E P Rose. Michael also had one other brother called Harry, but unfortunately we know very little about him..
If anyone is related to the Dillon family of Bedford and Michael who served in the First World War and are able to fill in any gaps, I would be pleased to hear from them.
I'd just like to wish all our blog followers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May it be a prosperous and blogtastic 2012!


I was at the public library in Fort Wayne this week, which has the second largest genealogy collection in the United States, and they presented me with a leather bound book of my family's genealogy dating back to a Joseph Gulley who was born at the tail end of the 1600's in Wiltshire, England, whose son Thomas Gulley moved to America in 1755, where he was given 400 acres in Orange County, Virginia, near Stoney Bridge Run. The government failed to mention the land was already inhabited by the Manahoac tribe, but apparently some accommodation was reached when the Manahoac people thoughtfully expired from smallpox so my ancestor could have their land.
When I was a kid I asked my father if we were related to any famous people. We were in the living room watching The Sonny and Cher Show and my father casually replied that we were related to Cher, which I believed until Thursday night when I was reading our genealogy and found no mention of Cher, whose name is actually Cherilyn Sarkisian, and whose father was from Armenia. But my father has never been one to let facts stand in the way of a good story. What is true is that Thomas Gulley had four sons, two of whom stayed in Virginia, one of whom moved to Kentucky, another to Tennessee. A hundred plus years went by, the Civil War began, some of the Gulleys fought for the Union, while the other Gulleys fought for the Confederacy, and tried their best to kill each other at Antietam.
I knew nothing about this, because I had been taught that the Gulleys were Union supporters, Yankees through and through, brave defenders of liberty and justice for all, so to discover some of our number had aligned themselves with the Rebel cause was disconcerting. Even more troubling, I've discovered Randy Horton and I might be related.
So I've been thinking this week about those moments we discover we're not who we thought we were. We've been seeing a lot of ugliness in our nation, and people have been saying, "That's not who America is," but apparently it is, or it wouldn't be happening. We're not who we thought we were.
One of the times we discover our true selves is when our character is tested. It was Abraham Lincoln who said, "Nearly all people can stand adversity, but if you want to test a person's character, give them power." Have you ever known someone who got a little power and it went straight to their head? I remember in 1990, when I interviewed to serve as the pastor of Irvington Friends Meeting. They were down to a handful of people and were so desperate to grow they told me if I agreed to be their pastor, they would do anything I asked of them without question for two years. So naturally I took the job, because who wouldn't like that. Bwahahaha! And of course I was an idiot about it, because who except maybe Pope Francis or the Dali Lama wouldn't be?
So we have these moments when we discover who we truly are. Abraham Lincoln said give someone power, and you'll discover their true character. Jesus said if you wanted to know someone's character, take a close look at what they treasure, look at what they chase after—"Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also…" Jesus believed our passions, our desires, revealed our character. If I were to tell you the desire of my heart, I would simultaneously be revealing the condition of my heart. This is one way, perhaps the best way, to discover who we really are, when we ask ourselves the question, "What do I want more than anything?" Just sit quietly and live with that question for a moment. What do I want more than anything?
If we were to ask two people what they wanted more than anything, and the first person said they wanted to be rich, and the second person said they wanted everyone in the world to be loved and valued, wouldn't that tell us a great deal about those two people? What do you want more than anything? Our answers reveal a lot about us. And sometimes what it reveals is that you and I aren't who we thought we were.
I had an interesting experience this week. Just a little something, but somewhat revealing. Last month I got a new leaf blower and it stopped working after just a few weeks, so I called the hardware store and they ordered me a new one and I went to pick it up. I asked them if they wanted the broken leaf blower, and the manager said No, just throw it away.
The next day I got ready to put the broken leaf blower in the trash and got to fiddling around with it and it started working. Guess what my first thought was? My very first thought, right out of the gate. I thought Great, now I can have a leaf blower up here and a leaf blower at the farm. That was my very first thought. What does that reveal? I've always thought of myself as someone with integrity, but it turns out my integrity had a sale price of $120.
It took me 24 long hours to be honest, an entire day before I phoned the hardware store and told the manager the first leaf blower worked after all and I'd be in that afternoon to pay for it, because I needed one for the farm. He said it was okay and not to worry about it and just keep it, which kind of makes me feel like I got away with something, so now I owe the universe $120. You might say, "Oh, it was just a leaf blower." Well, maybe, but perhaps it was also an insight into my identity. I'm ethical, but it takes me a while to get there.
Here's the thing: the Christian life, this life of reflection, is an invitation to always be discovering who we are, to always be discerning the desires of our hearts, thereby discovering the condition of our hearts and the shape of our character. What does your heart treasure? Because the desire of your heart reveals the condition of your heart. We don't need to trace our genealogy to find out who we are. We need only to consider the desires of our hearts. What does your heart treasure?


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BookTrust Storytime
BookTrust Storytime information for practitioners
BookTrust Storytime is a pilot initiative to support families with children aged 0-5 – especially those who are disadvantaged – to engage with their local public library and develop an ongoing reading habit.
BookTrust Storytime offers a range of resources for librarians, alongside activities for families, that will bring the magic of reading to life, inspiring families to share stories and make visiting the local library a regular and long-lasting part of family life.
This year's BookTrust Storytime Prize shortlist, will be used to encourage families to make repeat visits to the library to enjoy the different stories and engage in the different activities on offer.
Activity sheets for each of the Storytime Prize shortlisted books
Winner announcement and celebration event
The winner of the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2021 will be announced at a special virtual event on 25 January 2022. The event will also be a celebration of the pilot scheme and a huge thank you to the librarians and staff who made it happen.
If you would like to attend the event, which will be hosted on Zoom at 6-7pm on 25 January, please drop a line to Sarah.Sleath@booktrust.org.uk, who will add you to the invite list.
How libraries are involved
Every library in England has been invited to take part and receive a pack of the shortlisted books, alongside access to a range of digital resources. We are also working with a smaller number of libraries to offer a more extensive package of resources and opportunities to test new ways of inspiring shared story experiences through local libraries.
The pilot itself has a three-tiered approach, with different levels of library engagement.
Every library in England has been invited to take part and receive a pack of the shortlisted books, plus access to digital resources.
Three hundred libraries will also receive physical resources and be encouraged to run storytime sessions for local families and take part in the BookTrust Storytime Prize winner vote – to be announced in early 2022.
A further group of ten libraries – located in Luton (Leagrave Road Library), Lancashire (Nelson Library), Cornwall (Camborne Library), Rochdale (Balderstone library), Bradford (Laisterdyke library), Cambridgeshire (Wisbech Library), Rotherham (Rawmarsh Library), Hackney (Dalston CLR Library), Bristol (Junction 3 Library) and Sandwell (Stone Cross Library) – have been selected to work intensely with BookTrust to test a range of additional ideas, materials and activities to further inspire and motivate families who need more help beginning their reading journeys.
Participating libraries should have received a link to access all the relevant resources including toolkits, activity sheets, author readings and more. If you haven't received the link or have other questions please contact your BookTrust Relationship Manager.
If you want to register your library, or for other queries, please email booktruststorytime@booktrust.org.uk
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The Songs for Nursing Homes in The U.S.
We received your CD just before Christmas, and we wanted you to know, not only how much we appreciate your gift, but how touched we were by your letter, and your reason for recording it !
Our Residents, many of whom are from the "World War II generation" truly feel you are an "Angel" to send this remarkable gift to brighten their Holiday, and share memories.
Let us never forget, but learn to forgive, share with, and love one another!
Thank you for your Christmas gift of prayer and songs to our elderly Residents. I am sure they are going to appreciate it. I'llBe sure that their prayers are joined with yours.
Thank you ! € God bless you. May the new Millennium be a time of peace for all the world.
I am writing with regards to the compact disc you recently sent to my residents on the long term care unit at McLaren Regional Medical Center. I was very touched, as were the residents, by both your letter and the music. How nice to know that your voice is beautiful and has touched our hearts. So on behalf of the residents here I would like to extend our sincerest thanks and a wish for a wonderful and prosperous New Year.
On behalf of our President, J. Donald Dicunto, Board of Trustees and our nursing home residents, I want to thank you for your donation of the album you sent us during the Christmas holidays for the listening pleasure of our nursing home residents.
Personally, I spent some time in listening to your beautiful album and I was very impressed not just from your lovely singing voice, but also the intent of your Christmas gift to our nursing home residents is admirable.
I am happy to hear that war-time songs are still popular, alive and loved by many in Japan.
Your Christmas gift to our residents at Victory Memorial Hospital Nursing home will be very much appreciated by our one hundred fifty residents.
My very best wishes and lots and lots of success to a very caring person like yourself. Please visit our nursing home whenever you come to New York City.
What beautiful memories your album "I Have a Dream…Seina" brought to our people. It takes warm, loving people like yourself to close the door to the hurts and sadness of WWII.
Music really is the international language.
Your gift arrived just in time for Christmas. We have 2 CD players for our residents to enjoy music and when we put your CD on, there were many singing along. Thank you so much. I admire you for your dream and your desire to see it come true.
I am Lorraine Ernst and I am the Director of Activities and the Social Worker at the nursing home, Pioneer Manor, in Gillette, Wyoming. We got your beautiful gift of the CD today in the mail. I did not have time to listen to it today at work so I brought it home and listened to it while I wrapped Christmas presents for my beloved family who cannot be with us to celebrate this Christmas. I was feeling quite sad about that, as well as feeling down about the death of my father and the very recent death of my mother. I miss them so. But what a comfort your music gave me!
My father fought in WWII and he was absent from my mother at the time she gave birth to my older sister. My father did not get to see her until she was nearly 10 months old. What a special time he missed, being away from his family. I too am a musician, a pianist, and I have always loved all those old songs. I played them for my parents for many years. And tonight, I sang all the songs along with you, they touched me so. As I wrapped presents and listened to your lovely songs, I felt comforted and blessed.
I cannot wait to play this music for our residents at the nursing home. Many of them are WWII Veterans. Many of our women were spouses or sweethearts of the Veterans and will also be touched deeply by your music. You have truly given them a blessed gift this Christmas! We will be sure to read them the letter you put in the case so they understand the nature of your gift and the reasons for your recording these songs.
Thank you so very much for your sweet and sentimental gift. God will surely give you an extra blessing for your generosity. If you are ever in Wyoming, I hope that you will stop by and let us meet you. It would be a most welcome treat for us. God bless you and yours this Christmas.
In behalf of the residents and staff of Beaumont Care Center, thank you for your very special gift of sentimental songs and most of all , thank a God for such a wonderful creation like you. We do not know who you are but we feel the warmth of your heart. You will definitely never walk alone.
We do enjoy your music. May God bless you always… Thank you.
Thank you so very much for your generous gift of the CD. The story you tell is touching and inspirational. I'am sure my residents will enjoy the beautiful words and music, as well remember sights, sounds and events that have been long forgotten. Thank you for your generosity and kindness. May god bless you and give you a safe return to Japan.
My name is Michael Wilde. I am the administrator of Mt. Ogden Nursing Rehab in Ogden, Utah. I received your CD and wanted to tell you thanks. I love it and my residents will enjoy it also. My dad served in the war and I grew up with this music. Thank you so much and I hope all of your dreams will come true.
I am the Activity Director at Enumclaw Healthcare in Enumclaw, Washington. I received your CD, it is beautiful. I also love the music of that era, even though I was not born then.
Thank you so much for your CD, I also do not understand war. I am happy that we are at peace with Japan. I have a 21 year old daughter who has been to Japan once (she will come with me in April) and a 15 year old son. Both have hosted Japanese students and it is important for me that they know that we are all the same, no matter what our culture is.Please continue your work.
I pray that God will bless your work and that you will touch many hearts in the US and Japan.
We received your lovely CD today. Thank you so very much for remembering us here in Lusk, Wyoming. So frequently the elderly and wise of this western culture are forgotten and overlooked within their own communities. Thank you for remembering the many wonderful people with whom I, and the other staff here, are privileged to work.
Many of our residents are descendants of homesteaders and ranching families who settled this area after many of the Native Americans were relocated to reservations, I was born during WWII in California and was privileged to go to school with many Japanese Americans who had been born in Manzanar, a relocation camp during the WWII for Japanese Americans. We have all come a long distance since those years when our native countries were at war.
Bless you for your wonderful sharing and your beautiful talent. We will experience many joyful hours listening to you music.
Again, the peace and love which is represented at this time of the year through giving be with you always.
Marty Harris, Social Worker and all of the Residents and staff.
Thank you for the "I Have a Dream…" CD. That was sent to Sioux Valley Canby Campus Nursing Home recently. Many of the residents here enjoy listening to music and especially to songs from their era. It was very thoughtful of you to remember them in this way.
Thank you for the lovely CD on WWII oldie favorites. The residents loved the tunes and reminded about the WWII days and their loved ones who had to march to the war.
Walker Nursing Home residents are appreciating of the CD of WWII era music. The selections are marvelous. The music is indeed beautiful from the 1930's and 1940's.
You are a thoughtful person and we are impressed with your vision of sharing.
Thank you for your beautiful CD. The residents are enjoying it at this very moment! You have a beautiful voice! and you are very talented!! I will be visiting your web site, too. Thank you! Again thank you for your gift. Happy Holidays!!!!
Thank you so very much for sharing your dream with nursing home residents. Our 50 bed home in Wisconsin was delighted with your thoughtful gift.
Thank you for sharing your talents and gift of music. We are enjoying the music.
Thank you so much for the beautiful CD. That was so thoughtful of you, and our residents at New Martinsville Health Care Center loved it!
I am Activity Director at Mark Rest Center at McConnelsville, Ohio. I received your CD and thank it is great. The name of it is "I have a Dream…" Do you sell CD in the United States? Your voice is beautiful. I have played it over and over (over). Thank you for sending it. The residents like it, too.
My son is going to look for your records at Columbus, Ohio!
We received your CD with much delight. I played it for myself first as I am very fond of the big band music from the 40's. I then gave it to our Activities Department for use for our residents. Many thanks for thinking of our residents.
We received your CD today. This is truly a loving gesture. I'm sure we will enjoy many hours of listening pleasure.
We appreciate your prayers for us and the will remember you in ours. We are having our resident party tonight and your gift will be included.
Thanks again. And God Bless you in the new millennium.
Thank you so much! Our residents loved the songs. They took them back a few years (quite a few) to days gone by. When everyone could sing along and the words made scene. You were so kind to make this CD and share it with so many. Thank you so very much.
The residents of Integrated Health Service in Jacksonville, Florida, U.S, would like to sincerely thank you for your wonderful gift of music! The World War II era of music is truly a time that brings back precious memories for our elderly population.
It is our hope that you had a blessed Christmas and that you will have a very prosperous and happy New Year!
First off, thank you for your generous gift. We love the CD. I also love the songs related to the WWII era. Sentimental Journey is my parent's wedding song. I love for them to share stories of their lives. My father claims that he should never trade the music of his generation for any other. I had the pleasure of visiting Kyoto for 2 weeks 10 years ago. I stayed with my penpal Japanese family. Japan is very beautiful.
My employment is with the Williamsburg Village Health Care Camps, and you gifted them with your recent music CD.
I was a teen ager during the time this particular music was so poplar and would like so much to secure two of these CDs.
If you have enough to sell, I will be glad to send you a check in US fund for two of them.
Thank you so much for the wonderful CD you set our nursing home. We have enjoyed it very much. The songs brought back many memories for many of the residents. You did a fabulous job, what a beautiful gift, sharing your talent with us. We wish you a wonderful future and thank you for sharing the past with us.
I had to mention a thank you for this most beautiful CD. You so generously gave to many nursing homes.
As the letter said it is so true, we can never really know how they really felt you can only imagine.
I have been working with the elderly since 15. I am now the Activities Director in the same nursing home. I am forever learning from my elderly friends here. For one thing, learning ever to be grateful for what you have. Their struggles were far greater, even when ours seem great. Thanks for the beautiful CD. The residents will certainly enjoy for many years to come.
On behalf of our residents, I would like to extend our heartfelt thank you for the beautiful CD that you sent to us for Christmas. They love listening to it and appreciate the love and caring behind it. You should receive many blessings for your kind act.
What a wonderful gift that we received from you. It is so touching and know there are people like you in the world. And thanks for lettering us be a part of this love.
We will certainly enjoy it. And once again, thanks for the gift.
I wanted to just drop you a line and tell you thank you for the wonderful CD you sent our Nursing Home. Our residents are enjoying it very much. The residents truly enjoy the familiar songs which bring back many memories again. Thank you for your generosity.
Just wanted to say thank you for the beautiful CD we just received it in the mail today and several of our resident were listening to it in the day romm and were enjoying it.
We will continue to share it with our residents!!
On behalf of Sun Dial Manor and Residents, our thanks and appreciation for your gift of music. Our residents do enjoy music, which is of comfort to them providing relaxation and solace often when nothing else does.
How wonderful to know there are people like you who we so thoughtful to those less fortunate. May God bless you in your endeavors.
We received your CD this afternoon and are sending you this thank-you note to show you our appreciation. Thank you for taking the time to care about the elderly; you are a very sweet girl.
Just a note in appreciation for the beautiful CD you have sent us here at Welcome Nursing Home. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
Thank you for the gift of Music. It's soft quiet easy listening for our residents. How very thoughtful of you, it so nice! The Good Lord Bless you in your dream.
Thank you for your album that we received at our facility. There are several of our residents that have been able to listen to it and truly enjoyed your music. May God Bless You.
Thank you so much for your gift of your CD for our residents Forest Ridge Health Rehab to enjoy this holiday season! Your kindness is greatly appreciated!! Merry Christmas!
I wish to thank-you for the wonderful CD Album for our residents!
They have truly enjoyed your contribution to our care center. We will log onto your site also.
Thank you so much for your generous donation of the CD "I Have a Dream". I plan to transfer it to a cassette tape as we have no CD player. Thank you again.
Our clients and staff would like to thank you for the wonderful CD "Angels Swina". We enjoyed every moment of it. Thank you very much.
I would like to thank you for the CD. My residents love the music. It was very nice of you to send it to nursing home residents because they are often forgotten about .Thank you again and God Bless.
Thank you for the wonderful CD. Our residents absolutely love the music.
We would like to thank you so much for your kind donation of your CD. Our residents truly enjoy it.
Thank you very much for thinking of us and we really enjoyed your music. God Bless!
Received the CD "I Have a Dream" by Seina, We would like you to know that the songs are lovely and we appreciate the gift.
On behalf of the residents, we would like to express our appreciation for the CD donated for the Resident's library.
Mary Larrabee, Director Rec Rehab Services.
I am an Activities Director at one of the nursing homes you sent your CD "IHave a Dream". I admit, when I got it, I was a bit surprised and somewhat skeptical. After all, getting a free CD in the mail seemed a bit odd to me. When I noticed your name on the return address on the CD box, it caught my attention. I admit seeing a Japanese name drew me in, since I am interested in Japanese culture and language.
I read the enclosed note, and took your CD home. I wanted to listen to it myself first, before letting the residents listen, so as to make sure then might like it. After listening to it (more than once, by the way), and after my mother'll listening to it (she could hear the Jo Stafford influences in your voice), I must say I am impressed. This is something I could listen to several times over and enjoy it every time.
Which brings me to a dilemma: this CD is for the nursing home. I admit to wanting one for myself. Could you please share how I could go about purchasing a copy of my own, so I won't feel guilty keeping one meant for the residents of my facility. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated, and I thank you in advance.
Oh, by the way, about your dream: as one who has a dream of my own (to someday work in Japan in manga and anime), I applaud you for striving to fulfill yours. Your work is beautiful, and I do wish to keep up with your progress. Keep after your dream, and you won't go wrong.
I thank you for your time, and hope you had a Merry Christmas. I also wish you a Happy New Year, and hope your trip home is a safe one. Please take care.
That is a wonderful thing to do. I work in Long Term Care and know how many people are forgotten in Nursing Homes. I also was stationed at 14th US ASA Field Station in Hakata. I lived in Satozokie in 1969-1971. I have many wonderful memories of Japan and the Japanese people. Thank You for what your doing for the residents in Nursing Homes.
Rolling Fields residents and staff members wish to thank you for sharing your works on the CD. It was very thoughtful of you. We are really enjoying the CD."THANK YOU! Best wishes for a successful 2000.
Just a small note. I am the Administrator of Bayberry Commons in Pascoag, Rhode Island. Our residents enjoy your music very much. Thank you on their behalf. Personally, I am as impressed with quality of your soul as I am with quality of you music. Your Singing is so beautiful like new flowers in the spring . Your written sentiments read like poetry. I hope you continue singing . I feel that it is a healthy outlet for you soul. My wishes to you and your wonderful family for a Happy New year.
We received your cassette tape. Thank you very much for your thoughtfulness!
Taking this opprtunity I must apologize for throwing the recipients of the gift CD into confusion which may be caused by my simple mistake in providing the wrong sender's address mentioned in my letter to Nursing Homes. I left America right after the project without realizing this oversight . For this reason, perhaps some letters didn't reach me. Also, I apologize for not answering to the people who wrote me.
These letters are my precious treasure and it encourages me for further actions. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
・ I Have a Dream... Seina / The Songs for Nursing Homes in The U.S.
Todd Bryant Weeks, Local 802, Floyd Fisher, Don Versaw, Monica Lewis, David Valley, Aki Yamamoto, American Defenders of Bataan & Corregidor Memorial Society, MacArthur Memorial, Twenty-fourth IDA ,The U.S. consulate in Fukuoka, The University of Kitakyushu, All veterans of the WWII and nursing homes in The U.S.


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NBA Playoffs: Kevin Garnett Must Make Up For Loss Of Kendrick Perkins
By Cory Williams@cwilliams2k4 May 1, 2011, 12:11pm MST
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A few months ago, the Boston Celtics traded their starting center, Kendrick Perkins, to the Oklahoma City Thunder for swingman Jeff Green. With the loss of their big man, Kevin Garnett needs to step up in a big way for the Boston Celtics against the Miami Heat.
Garnett is by no means a center, but he will be tasked with guarding Chris Bosh, a versatile power forward that has the potential to take over a game. Garnett's best effort will be required to give Boston a fighting chance in this series against the superpowered Heat.
Many NBA fans dislike Garnett for his fiery attitude and cheap shots, but those who cheer for the Celtics know that they wouldn't trade Garnett for anyone else.
Boston can't help but be wary about this matchup -- aging veterans will try to turn back the sands of time against three players in the prime of their careers. Though if anyone can stop the Miami Heat, it's the Celtics, who can just hope that LeBron James quits in the playoffs again.
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