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Anisha and the Rocks
When Anisha went down to the beach near the river mouth and out by the houses that were nothing more than shacks of wood and scrap metal, corrugated to look like the waves or the sand blown by the wind, she didn't expect to find anything more than sand, shells, and the Rocks.
"Alright there, Nisha!" her mother called as she headed off. "You'd better be home by summer–your daddy's cookin!"
But Anisha was already out the door and her strappy sandles were slapping the hard packed gravel road as she ran.
If she was lucky Mica would be down by the river mouth and his friends all of them. They always told the greatest stories, picked up from the fisher village that doubled as a meazily sea port.
Once she was out of eye sight from her house she slowed to a walk. Her skinny legs seemed to dangle out in front of her with each step she took. They'd begun to seem unruly to her, which wasn't a good feeling, more like someone had added on some inches that she wasn't aware of and she kept stubbing her toes. She'd thought she'd broken one the other day. Smashed it into one of the rickety kitchen chairs.
"Nisha! You gotta be more careful!" cried her mother, as Anisha hit the deck and squirmed around on the ground in pain.
But her toe hadn't been broke. It felt fine now, and she flexed it just to make sure.
The unpaved road was lined by trees. They arched over and gave a smattering of shaded shimmers as the wind blew and brought the sound of tree-whispers and the smell of sea salt. She knew, just through the trees on her left was the river. If she listened real close she could just make out it's murmur. But with the shivering of the trees it was difficult.
It took her ten minutes to get to the place where the road ended and the trail began, then another five to come to the river mouth and the beach.
Nobody was there but the gulls. They wheeled in the vast blue sky that met the vast blue ocean out in the distance. Thirty meters out to see the Rocks of Boheama loomed. Anisha had heard stories from Mica that young men from the village climbed the tallest, Bo'emata, nearly a full grand in height. But you had to climb it in at low tide, and more than one man had died in the attempt over the years, Mica said.
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There were no stars in the deep ocean. From his place on the rig, Dylan looked down into the choppy water. He'd never understood the navy blue and white and dark camo they wore until he stayed his first night here.
The constant smell of sea and grime and grit was enough to sour anyone's taste buds for fish or crab and oil.
The squeak of wet rubber boots on the metal grating made Dylan turn.
"Smoke?" asked The Head.
"I don't smoke," said Dylan. He'd quite as soon as he'd got to the rig–not an easy task, most guys who worked on it did–but Dylan found something perverse about smoking on an oil rig. He'd gone 5 weeks without, now. Those first 2 had been hell.
The Head shrugged. "Mind?"
Dylan shook his head and turned back to the dark night.
The flood lights along the rig illuminated everything, made the spray from the swells visible as a mist.
The Head breathed out and the wind caught the smoke and pushed it toward Dylan. He hated the smell these days.
"Why you come here?" asked The Head.
Dylan shrugged. "The money."
"I needed a good night's sleep," Dylan tried again.
The Head laughed.
"This is the place for it. This or a fishing boat up north."
Dylan smirked. The Head was black. As black as they came–said his family immigrated from Kenya. First generation. He said he wouldn't take reparations. His people hadn't been slaves, not on American soil, anyhow.
Dylan looked to the sky but the lights of the rig didn't let for stars.
"Do you ever go back to Kenya?" asked Dylan.
"Did once. With my mama. Didn't get far though. Didn't fit in. Didn't feel right. I mean–good to see some places and people that I came from, but I'm American."
Dylan didn't know what that meant anymore.
"American," he said.
"Yeah," said The Head. "Like the stars and stripes. The Grand Canyon. The Rocky Mountains."
"The Rockies are also in Canada," Dylan pointed out.
"Canada is also part of the American continent," The Head countered.
Dylan was about to respond but the words never came. The klaxon sounded and before he knew it his hands were over his ears. The Head's eyes were wide and shocked. He spoke but Dylan couldn't hear a word he said. Dylan knew what he was saying though. When The Head began to run, Dylan followed.

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The evolution of new technologies and changing regulatory requirements globally have presented business owners, facilities managers, specifiers, consultants, installers and system integrators with a new set of challenges to overcome in choosing how best to ensure life-safety in both new and existing buildings. Experts from Eaton will be on hand to discuss the development of tailored solutions. Drawing from its vast experience and insight into the life safety market, Eaton now offers an array of systems and devices that can be configured to meet specific needs across varied industries and applications.
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Zork III (Infocom) historicalsource
Zork III Source Code Collection
Zork III: The Dungeon Master is a 1982 interactive fiction game written by Marc Blank, Dave Lebling, Bruce Daniels, and Tim Anderson and published by Infocom.
Further information on Zork III:
The Interactive Fiction Database
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What is this Repository?
This repository is a directory of source code for the Infocom game "Zork III", including a variety of files both used and discarded in the production of the game. It is written in ZIL (Zork Implementation Language), a refactoring of MDL (Muddle), itself a dialect of LISP created by MIT students and staff.
The source code was contributed anonymously and represents a snapshot of the Infocom development system at time of shutdown - there is no remaining way to compare it against any official version as of this writing, and so it should be considered canonical, but not necessarily the exact source code arrangement for production.
Basic Information on the Contents of This Repository
It is mostly important to note that there is currently no known way to compile the source code in this repository into a final "Z-machine Interpreter Program" (ZIP) file. There are .ZIP files in some of the Infocom Source Code repositories but they were there as of final spin-down of the Infocom Drive and the means to create them is currently lost.
Throughout its history, Infocom used a TOPS20 mainframe with a compiler (ZILCH) to create and edit language files - this repository is a mirror of the source code directory archive of Infocom but could represent years of difference from what was originally released.
In general, Infocom games were created by taking previous Infocom source code, copying the directory, and making changes until the game worked the way the current Implementor needed. Structure, therefore, tended to follow from game to game and may or may not accurately reflect the actual function of the code.
There are also multiple versions of the "Z-Machine" and code did change notably between the first years of Infocom and a decade later. Addition of graphics, sound and memory expansion are all slowly implemented over time.
What is the Purpose of this Repository
This collection is meant for education, discussion, and historical work, allowing researchers and students to study how code was made for these interactive fiction games and how the system dealt with input and processing. It is not considered to be under an open license.
Researchers are encouraged to share their discoveries about the information in this source code and the history of Infocom and its many innovative employees.
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#pragma once
/*
 * clusterscollection.h
 *
 *  Created on: 21 mai 2016
 *      Author: boubad
 */
#ifndef CLUSTERSCOLLECTION_H_
#define CLUSTERSCOLLECTION_H_
 ////////////////////////////////////
#include "indivcluster.h"
////////////////////////////////////
namespace info {
	///////////////////////////////
	template<typename U, typename STRINGTYPE>
	class ClustersCollection : public InterruptObject {
	public:
		using IndexType = U;
		using IndivType = Indiv<U, STRINGTYPE>;
		using IndivTypePtr = std::shared_ptr<IndivType>;
		using indivptrs_vector = std::vector<IndivTypePtr>;
		using DataMap = std::map<U, InfoValue>;
		using ints_sizet_map = std::map<U, size_t>;
		using IndivClusterType = IndivCluster<U, STRINGTYPE>;
		using SourceType = IIndivSource<U,STRINGTYPE>;
		using clusters_vector = std::vector<IndivClusterType>;
		using ints_vector = std::vector<U>;
		using sizet_intsvector_map = std::map<size_t, ints_vector>;
		using datamaps_vector = std::vector<DataMap>;
		using ClustersCollectionType = ClustersCollection<U, STRINGTYPE>;
	private:
		SourceType *m_provider;
		size_t m_nbclusters;
		size_t m_nbindivs;
		size_t m_nbmaxiters;
		double m_finter;
		double m_fintra;
		double m_ff;
		clusters_vector m_clusters;
		DataMap m_center;
		ints_sizet_map m_indivsmap;
		sizet_intsvector_map m_classesmap;
	public:
		std::ostream & write_to(std::ostream &os) const {
			os << this->m_finter << ", " << this->m_fintra << ", " << this->m_ff
				<< std::endl;
			std::for_each(this->m_clusters.begin(), this->m_clusters.end(),
				[&](const IndivClusterType &c) {
				os << c << std::endl;
			});
			std::string s;
			info_global_write_map(this->m_center, s);
			os << s << std::endl;
			return (os);
		} // write_to
		std::wostream & write_to(std::wostream &os) const {
			os << this->m_finter << L", " << this->m_fintra << L", " << this->m_ff
				<< std::endl;
			std::for_each(this->m_clusters.begin(), this->m_clusters.end(),
				[&](const IndivClusterType &c) {
				os << c << std::endl;
			});
			std::wstring s;
			info_global_write_map(this->m_center, s);
			os << s << std::endl;
			return (os);
		} // write_to
		void to_string(std::string &s)const {
			std::stringstream os;
			this->write_to(os);
			s = os.str();
		}
		void to_string(std::wstring &s)const {
			std::wstringstream os;
			this->write_to(os);
			s = os.str();
		}
	public:
		bool get_random_indivs(const size_t nc, indivptrs_vector &oRes) {
			assert(nc > 0);
			SourceType *pProvider = this->m_provider;
			assert(pProvider != nullptr);
			const size_t nbIndivs = this->m_nbindivs;
			assert(nc <= nbIndivs);
			oRes.clear();
			std::vector<size_t> temp(nbIndivs);
			for (size_t i = 0; i < nbIndivs; ++i) {
				temp[i] = i;
			} // i
			std::srand(unsigned(std::time(0)));
			std::random_shuffle(temp.begin(), temp.end());
			datamaps_vector oSeeds;
			size_t icur = 0;
			while ((oRes.size() < nc) && (icur < nbIndivs)) {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return (false);
				}
				size_t pos = temp[icur++];
				IndivTypePtr oInd = pProvider->get(pos);
				const IndivType *pInd = oInd.get();
				if ((pInd != nullptr) && pInd->has_numeric_fields()) {
					oRes.push_back(oInd);
				} // pInd
			} // while
			if (oRes.size() < nc) {
				return (false);
			}
			return (this->check_interrupt()) ? false : true;
		}
		const sizet_intsvector_map & classes_map(void) const {
			return (this->m_classesmap);
		}
		const ints_sizet_map & indivs_map(void) const {
			return (this->m_indivsmap);
		}
		std::tuple<double, double, double> criterias(void) const {
			return std::make_tuple(this->m_fintra, this->m_finter, this->m_ff);
		}
		size_t clusters_count(void) const {
			return (this->clusters().size());
		}
		const clusters_vector & clusters(void) const {
			return (this->m_clusters);
		}
		const DataMap & center(void) const {
			return (this->m_center);
		}
		virtual bool process(SourceType *pSource, const size_t nbClusters = 5,
			const size_t nbMaxIters = 100,
			std::atomic_bool *pCancel = nullptr) {
			if (!this->initialize_process(pSource, nbClusters, nbMaxIters,
				pCancel)) {
				return (false);
			}
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return (false);
			}
			do {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return (false);
				}
				if (!this->one_iteration()) {
					break;
				}
			} while (true);
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return (false);
			}
			return (this->post_terminate_process());
		} // process
		DataMap & center(void) {
			return (this->m_center);
		}
		virtual ~ClustersCollection() {
		}
	protected:
		ClustersCollection(std::atomic_bool *pCancel = nullptr) :
			InterruptObject(pCancel), m_provider(nullptr), m_nbclusters(0), m_nbindivs(
				0), m_nbmaxiters(100), m_finter(0), m_fintra(0), m_ff(0) {
		}
		ClustersCollection(const ClustersCollectionType &other) :InterruptObject(other),
			m_provider(other.m_provider),
			m_nbclusters(other.m_nbclusters), m_nbindivs(other.m_nbindivs), m_nbmaxiters(other.m_nbmaxiters),
			m_finter(other.m_finter), m_fintra(other.m_fintra), m_ff(other.m_ff),
			m_clusters(other.m_clusters), m_center(other.m_center),
			m_indivsmap(other.m_indivsmap), m_classesmap(other.m_classesmap) {}
		SourceType *source(void) const {
			return (this->m_provider);
		}
		ClustersCollectionType & operator=(const ClustersCollectionType &other) {
			if (this != &other) {
				InterruptObject::operator=(other);
				this->m_provider = other.m_provider;
				this->m_nbclusters = other.m_nbclusters;
				this->m_nbindivs = other.m_nbindivs;
				this->m_nbmaxiters = other.m_nbmaxiters;
				this->m_finter = other.m_finter;
				this->m_fintra = other.m_fintra;
				this->m_ff = other.m_ff;
				this->m_clusters = other.m_clusters;
				this->m_center = other.m_center;
				this->m_indivsmap = other.m_indivsmap;
				this->m_classesmap = other.m_classesmap;
			}
			return (*this);
		}
		size_t get_nbIndivs(void) const {
			return (this->m_nbindivs);
		}
		size_t get_nbClusters(void) const {
			return (this->m_nbclusters);
		}
		size_t get_nbMaxIters(void) const {
			return (this->m_nbmaxiters);
		}
		clusters_vector & clusters(void) {
			return (this->m_clusters);
		}
		void set_clusters(const clusters_vector &v) {
			this->m_clusters = v;
		}
		void get_indivs_map(ints_sizet_map &oMap) const {
			oMap.clear();
			const clusters_vector &v = this->clusters();
			for (auto kt = v.begin(); kt != v.end(); ++kt) {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return;
				}
				const IndivClusterType &oInd = *kt;
				size_t val = (size_t)oInd.id();
				oInd.get_indivs_map(oMap, val);
			} // kt
		} //get_indivs_map
		void get_clusters_ids(sizet_intsvector_map &oMap) const {
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return;
			}
			oMap.clear();
			const clusters_vector &v = this->clusters();
			const size_t n = v.size();
			for (size_t i = 0; i < n; ++i) {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return;
				}
				const IndivClusterType & p = v[i];
				ints_vector oo;
				p.get_ids(oo);
				size_t key = (size_t)p.id();
				oMap[key] = oo;
			}	  // i
		}	  // get_clusters_ids
		bool get_criterias(double &fIntra, double &fInter, double &ff) const {
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return (false);
			}
			const clusters_vector &v = this->clusters();
			fIntra = 0;
			fInter = 0;
			ff = 0;
			const size_t n = v.size();
			if (n < 1) {
				return (false);
			}
			std::atomic_bool *pCancel = this->get_cancelleable_flag();
			const DataMap &oCenter = this->center();
			for (size_t i = 0; i < n; ++i) {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return (false);
				}
				const IndivClusterType &c = v[i];
				double d = 0;
				if (info_global_compute_distance(oCenter, c.center(), d, pCancel)) {
					fInter += d;
				}
				d = 0;
				if (c.inertia(d)) {
					fIntra += d;
				}
			} // i
			fInter /= n;
			fIntra /= n;
			if (fInter > 0) {
				ff = fIntra / fInter;
				return (true);
			}
			return (false);
		}	  // get_criterias
		virtual void clear(void) {
			this->m_clusters.clear();
			this->m_center.clear();
			this->m_indivsmap.clear();
			this->m_classesmap.clear();
		} // clear
		virtual void update_center(void) {
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return;
			}
			IndivSummator<U> summator(this->get_cancelleable_flag());
			const clusters_vector &v = this->m_clusters;
			for (auto & oInd : v) {
				if (this->check_interrupt()) {
					return;
				}
				const DataMap &oMap = oInd.center();
				summator.add(oMap);
			}
			summator.get_result(this->m_center);
		} // update_center
		virtual bool initialize_process(SourceType *pSource,
			const size_t nbClusters, const size_t nbMaxIters = 100,
			std::atomic_bool *pCancel = nullptr) {
			assert(pSource != nullptr);
			assert(nbClusters > 0);
			assert(nbMaxIters > 0);
			this->m_provider = pSource;
			this->m_nbclusters = nbClusters;
			this->m_nbmaxiters = nbMaxIters;
			this->m_nbindivs = pSource->count();
			if (this->m_nbindivs < this->m_nbclusters) {
				return (false);
			}
			if (this->get_cancelleable_flag() == nullptr) {
				this->set_cancelleable_flag(pCancel);
			}
			this->clear();
			return (this->check_interrupt()) ? false : true;
		} // initalize_process
		virtual bool one_iteration(void) {
			return (this->check_interrupt()) ? false : true;
		} // one_iteration
		virtual bool post_terminate_process(void) {
			this->get_indivs_map(this->m_indivsmap);
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return (false);
			}
			this->get_clusters_ids(this->m_classesmap);
			if (this->check_interrupt()) {
				return (false);
			}
			this->get_criterias(this->m_fintra, this->m_finter, this->m_ff);
			return (this->check_interrupt()) ? false : true;
		} // post_terminate_process
	};
	// class ClustersCoillection<U>
	///////////////////////////////
}// namespace info
/////////////////////////////////////
template<typename U, typename STRINGTYPE>
inline std::ostream & operator<<(std::ostream &os,
	const info::ClustersCollection<U, STRINGTYPE> &d) {
	return d.write_to(os);
}
template<typename U, typename STRINGTYPE>
inline std::wostream & operator<<(std::wostream &os,
	const info::ClustersCollection<U, STRINGTYPE> &d) {
	return d.write_to(os);
}
/////////////////////////
#endif /* CLUSTERSCOLLECTION_H_ */

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Just finished up Hockey Night on LI here with Alex and Steve who do an excellent job with the show and was a lot of fun. My thanks to them for inviting me on the program once again where we wrapped up the Flyers game, talked about the trade deadline, core of the Four among several things.
Hockey Night on LI is featured on New York Fan Central on the sidebar but for those interested in listening to the show today.
Recently I did a blog and shared some things about the blog box and a dilemma I had with regard to coverage and where I draw the line with what I wish to post here from the other twelve bloggers. After some hard work behind the scenes I feel I have finally found a solution.
I created my own Islanders Blog Box for everyone to read anything one of us post on our blogs. The new feature on this blog links the feeders to all thirteen blogs and shows the lastest entries.
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In allen steht zumindest eine Waschmaschine.
This is the coolest apartment of all. You can have north-south currents. Also, that the porch has a roof also helps.
Living room with 32 "flat TV, pull-out sofa and integrated kitchen, standing fan plug. Large bedroom with 2 beds that can fit an extra bed perfectly. Full bath with shower, no bidet nor window. Near the entrance of the apartment, there is an extra little room where you can find the washing machine and another cooler are and it helps as extra space to leave the beach things, etc. Terrace with large table and wooden fence so that the kids can't escape. This apartment is perfect for families with small children.
Located on the ground floor, with private garden and air conditioning.
Apartment in complex ENTREPLAYAS, just 250m away from LAS BRISAS and only 100m from Son Xoriguer beach and 400m from Calan Bosch beach, both of fine sand and crystal clear waters.
The apartment has 50m2 including the terrace, distributed in: living-dining room, the kitchen is separated from the living room, but without door, double bedroom and bathroom with bathtub and washing machine. Well equipped kitchen with high fridge, dishwasher, Nespresso, tourmix, toaster, electric kettle .., well ventilated kitchen, with access to a private patio.
It has a private garden of 38 sqm.
It has air conditioning hot / cold in the living room and also in the bedroom, 32 "flat TV, FREE WIFI by WIMAX.
The complex has 15,000 m2 with large and pleasant community gardens, 2 beautiful and refreshing pools where you will surely enjoy unforgettable moments.
Cleaning in this apartment will be done every 7 days with change of towels and sheets and an extra set of towels will be left on arrival.
First floor apartment with 2 bedrooms and washing machine.
Apartment on the first floor. It has a living-dining room with integrated kitchen, complete bathroom with window, 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with 2 beds.
The two bedrooms are spacious, there is an extra bed that would fit in either one. TV, microwave, high fridge and washing machine. Well-equipped kitchen with toaster, tourmix, microwave, electric kettle, Italian coffee maker ..
It has a large balcony with table and 5 chairs, from where you can enjoy beautiful views of the pine forest and pool. To give it shade, a hurdle and a shading cloth have been put on.
Maximum capacity: 4 adults + 2 children.
Apartment No. 11 on the first floor with 2 bedrooms and washing machine.
Top floor apartment with two bedrooms located above the complex's supermarket and Souvenir shop.
The situation can be perfectly seen in the photos.
Completely renovated apartment with modern decoration and parquet floor. The 2 bedrooms have a double bed of 1.50m, the bathroom has a shower and a washing machine.
Small kitchen integrated into the dining room, fridge that fit under counter with small freezer. Microwave, Nespresso machine, electric toaster, blender and kettle, iron, crockery and utensils, very complete.
Fans in the two bedrooms, 32 "flat TV, convertible sofa bed 1.35m wide built-in wardrobes, electric water heater of 100 liters capacity.
Terrace with large table and 2m diameter umbrella.
Private Block. Apartment Dúplex 1.
Apartment located at one end of the block, let's call it the private ones. So it has neighbors on only one side. It has air conditioning in the living room.
This apartment has 2 floors: On the ground floor there are 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed (of 160 * 190cm) and another with two beds. In this last one you can put an extra bed, perfect if you have 3 kids. Each bedroom overlooks a small garden, one facing north and the other south. The gardens are surrounded by a hedge. There is the large bathroom, which has a normal bath with its shower and another shower.
On the first floor there is the living room and the kitchen, which is well equipped with fridge that fits under the counter and also a small freezer, small dishwasher, microwave, tourmix..The kitchen has 4 vitro fires. From the kitchen you can access to a solarium where there is a built-in barbecue and washing machine and a space to hang up the clothes, and from there you have good views of the sea. From the living room you have access to a large balcony with table and chairs where you can eat. There are clear views and you can enjoy and relax seeing the sea. Flat 32 "TV with Satellite. Sofa which can can be converted into a 1.35m bed. The Duplex 1 is bright and pleasant with good quality finishes and sea views.
Private Block. Apartment Dúplex 7.
Superior apartment with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and air conditioning.
Apartment located at one end of the block, let's call it the private ones. So it has neighbors on only one side. There is air conditioning throughout the house (bedrooms and living room).
Two bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bathtub, none have a bidet or window. Each bedroom overlooks a small garden, one facing the pool (north) and the other facing south. The gardens are surrounded by a hedge.
On the first floor are the living room with air conditioning and ceiling fan and also the kitchen, which is well equipped with high fridge, dishwasher, microwave, tourmix…,kitchen with 4 vitro fires. From the kitchen there is an access to a solarium where there is a built-in barbecue, washing machine and space to hang up the clothes, you can see the sea a bit from there. From the living room you have access to a large balcony with table and chairs where you can eat and relax. It has clear and very green views. Flat TV 32 "with Satellite. Sofa which can be converted into a 1.60m * 2m bed. The Duplex 7 has many windows for good ventilation, finishes of good quality, many amenities and a very good location within the complex.
Total Surface: 90sqm, terraces included.
Top floor apartment with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Located in the best block of the complex, let's call it the private one.
The whole apartment is on the first floor.
It has a living room with chaisse-longe that becomes a bed and flat TV with satellite. Separate kitchen well equipped with dishwasher, microwave, toaster, tourmix, kitchen 4 gas hob and electric oven, high fridge. 2 full bathrooms (one with bath and one with shower), and 2 bedrooms (1 with double bed and the other with 2 beds).
Two large terraces with porch, equipped with outdoor furniture (1 facing north-pool and one facing south-sea). Both of them with beautiful views.
It has about 75 sqm built. In the upper part there is a solarium where there is a barbecue, washing machine, hang up clothes area and a shower.
Maximum capacity: 4 adults and 2 kids.
Superior Apartment on the ground floor with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The whole apartment is on the ground floor. It is a very cool, comfortable and spacious apartment.
Inside: It has a living-dining room, separate kitchen, 2 renovated bathrooms (one with bath and one with shower), and 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with 2 beds with 2 nest beds.
TV with Satellite. Room for the washing machine. Renovated kitchen equipped with microwave, toaster, tourmix and iron, ceramic hob, oven, dishwasher and fridge.
Outside: 2 gardens with porch, one facing north (pool side) and one south (sea side) both well equipped with outdoor furniture.
The apartment with terraces has 90 sqm and built about 75 sqm.
Description: It is a specific apartment: the B1.
It is on the first floor. It is on the corner and therefore has neighbors on only one side. It consists of living room with small integrated kitchen, bathroom with 2 showers with window and washing-machine,1 bedroom with double bed of 1.50 m. Large balcony with clear views and south orientation provided with table ,4 chairs and umbrella. 32 "flat TV with Satellite. Safe for rent. Ceiling fan in living room and bedroom.
Apartment with a lot of privacy, very bright and well ventilated, because it has many windows.
Kitchen equipped with microwave, coffee maker, toaster, electric kettle, blender and iron.
There is an extra bed, which would fit in the bedroom, if you prefer. The 4th place would be accommodated on the sofa, removing the backrests.
Description: This is a specific apartment, the B5, located in block B.
Apartment on the first floor, cheerful, bright and with a lot of privacy.


AC Brushless vs DC Brushless [Archive] - CNCzone.com- Largest Forums for CNC Professional and Hobbyist alike!
I have been doing extensive reading lately, online and offline, and I have been looking for drivers that can interface with AC brushless motors and my computer.
In most of my reading, I saw that AC brushless and DC brushless motors are actually the same motor. They are named different not because there is anything different between them, it is because the driver used to run them works differently. Now, I am hoping this is true, because then I might be able to attach some encoders to my AC brushless motors and run them with Rutex 992H drivers.
ANyone know if this is right or not?
H3..,You will usually need some kind of commutation feed back on DC brushless motors usually they use 3 hall effect sensors, or equivalent on an encoder track. I am not familiar with the Rutex drives as to what they take for commutation feedback if any.
PS.I forgot to point out that although both AC &DC brushless are basically three phase motors, there is a difference in the feedback method, AC brushless usually have a resolver for sinusoidal feedback and DC brushless have hall effect sensors as previously mentioned.
This is something that's still a bit unclear to me too.
As you say, the difference is in the driver.
AC motors use sinusoidal commutation, and needs a high resolution feedback device (be it resolver or encoder) for this to work.
DC brushless use hall effect devices for feedback and use trapezoidal commutation.
I don't know if there's anything in the motors that makes them more or less suited to one or the other. Perhaps we should ask the motor guru (Jon Elson) at the Yahoo CAD_CAM_etc group???
First let me start by saying that there is no difference between an AC servo motor and drive and a DC brushless motor and drive. They are the same thing. Just a different way at looking at things.
There is numerous ways for the drive to manage comunitation but in the end the way the drive controls the motor is the same.
Whether the Rutex 992H drives can control you motors is dependent on the communitation feedback type, and of cause, voltage and current specs.
From reading the spec sheet on the Rutex 992H I am impressed with it.
So, if I decide NOT to use resolvers or hall sensors and just use regular agilent type encoders, I should be able to drive a AC and a DC brushless motor with the same drive?
I seems there is still a bit of confusion over the two type's of AC servo, AC brushless & AC sinusoidal, basically the motors themselves are the same (3 ph motors) but each type are fitted with a particular type of commutaion feedback which makes each type require a different type of amplifier, they are not interchangeable.
The two types are Technically described as DC brushless (square wave current) with 3 hall effect type (or equiv) commutation devices and sometimes call six step servo because of the square wave type signal to the motor. The other is Sinusoidal current and will have a resolver/encoder used for commutation. The motor voltage/current resembles a true 3 ph signal. Which can be varied in amplitude and freq. There are DC brushless amplifiers on the market which will drive either DC brushless or true DC servo's.
AC sinusoidal require a unique type amplifier.
You may also come across the term DC trapezoidal, but this is an old DC brushless type which is not usually used today.


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Towing: Do you have the appropriate vehicle for pulling a trailer? Before you sign the rental agreement, make sure your car or truck is compatible with the specs. Also, make sure that you are entirely comfortable with towing a trailer before you hit the open road.
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Storage Options: A moving container is multi-purpose. If you want to keep anything in it for a while, you have the option to rent the portable storage unit for an extended time. Moving pod companies will also pick-up and deliver your container to a secure facility if you don't have somewhere on-site to park it for an extended time.
Extra Time: You will have more time to unload and sort your items. If you prefer to keep that container at your house for a month or more, most companies are happy to set you up.
Cost: In many cases, moving containers cost more than renting trucks or trailers. Do the math before committing.
Decreased Control: With having more help with your journey, you will also have less control over your possessions. If your moving container company is transporting your items or has them locked up, you won't have constant access to them.
Loading and Unloading: While the container company does the driving, you are still responsible for the manual labor of loading and unloading it.
Restrictions: If you live in a neighborhood with an HOA or a city that cracks down on parking laws, you may run into issues with using a moving container. Make sure you check local regulations to find out if containers are allowed in your area.
Of course, hiring a national moving company can be more expensive than any of the above DIY options. But if you factor in your time, stress levels, and the overall burden of the move, you might get the most bang for your buck from the real experts.
Efficiency: Moving takes lots of time. Hiring an all-in-one moving company frees up your time to focus on other important aspects of your relocation.
Lesser chance of injury: Unlike with the other moving options, you won't have to do any of the heavy lifting. Your professional moving crew will come equipped with the personnel and the equipment to carry all the furniture, appliances, and heavy boxes.
Insurance protection: Interstate movers bear the responsibility for making sure your items are safe from the start of the move until the last box is off the truck.
Reduced stress: A long distance move is always stressful, no matter how prepared you are. Hiring movers takes some of the burden, and the consequent anxiety, off your shoulders.
Expense: For most people, the biggest concern when hiring a moving company is the cost. Though it's typically a little pricier than some of the other relocation options, it may not be as expensive as you think. Great Guys Long Distance Movers allows you to compare quotes from multiple nationwide moving companies in one place so that you can make an informed decision!
Car transport services: National auto shipping services offer convenience and save you miles on the odometer. Explore open and enclosed carriers to find the option that suits you best.
Professional driver: Hire a pro driver through a qualified company. This strategy can help you transport pets and personal belongings as well. You can find great drivers through driving companies or nationwide movers.
Friend or family driver: Is there someone you know and trust to drive your vehicle? Consider paying them to drive your car for you, then find an affordable way for them to get home.
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According to Home Advisor, the average cost of a national move is about $3,500. However, the cost of a relocation varies depending on the size of your home, how much you are moving, and how far you're going. Your final price also depends on which moving services you need. Select a nationwide mover who prioritizes your 1) your unique needs and 2) your budget. Look for a moving company that is insured, experienced, and legitimate.
When you are making up your budget and preparing for your move, here are some of the costs you should factor in.
Hotels: Think through the logistics of your move. Maybe you will need a hotel while you are traveling, or you might need one while waiting on your permanent home to be ready.
Gas: How much will it cost you to drive one or more vehicles across the country? Are you renting a truck? Don't forget to calculate gas for that as well.
Airfare: If anyone is flying, factor in this cost.
Meals: You will need meals both during the transportation process and shortly after the move. You will be eating out more and should plan accordingly.
Pocket change: Don't forget about extras on the road trip, like tolls, snacks at gas stations, and emergencies.
Movers, truck or trailer: How are you getting your goods cross-country? Whether this service is through a professional national mover, a rental company, or a moving container company, this will be one of your significant expenses.
Moving fee: If you have the professionals assisting you, how much will they charge you for the actual transport of your goods? What will it cost for fuel, time, and labor?
Insurance: Don't forget about insurance costs. You may receive coverage from your nationwide movers, purchase a 3rd party policy or add on to your auto coverage for driving a rental.
Loading and unloading: What will your movers charge to load and unload your goods, based on their weight and volume?
Packing and unpacking: Will you be hiring help for the packing and unpacking process to make it as efficient as possible? If you are packing and unpacking DIY, you will still be purchasing packing materials. Add up total packing costs. You can save on packing supplies by talking to anyone you know who has recently moved or posting a request for used materials on social media.
Professional cleaners: Deep cleaning is a part of moving. Consider whether you need assistance cleaning your old or new place, or both. If you are hiring help in this area, include these costs in your moving budget.
Add-on moving services: Your relocation specialists offer a wide range of incredibly helpful services. If your movers will assist you with other needs like assembly or installations, factor in these costs.
Equipment rentals: If you are renting a truck or a container, you will likely need to rent gear like dollies and moving blankets.
Vehicle shipping: If you are paying to transport one or more vehicles, this can add a significant amount to your total. You may want to consider asking trusted family members or friends to help get the car to its destination instead.
Storage charges: Will you be storing anything long-term? Consider the costs of getting these items packed up and stored away properly, as well as the base cost of the storage unit rental. Don't forget little expenditures like security deposits, heavy duty locks, etc.
Child or pet care: It is safest to have your pets and kids out of the way on moving day. You might also need help with care shortly after arriving at your new home as you unpack. Don't forget about other expenses like pet hotels.
Real estate: If you consider this part of your moving costs, this is a big one. Consider the expense of security deposits, down payments, closing contract costs, real estate agent payments, and home repairs.
Time off: Will you need to take time off work to get the cross-country move done right? Consider any downtime between paychecks.
New furniture: What will you need to settle into your new home? Furnishing a new place is a significant part of your final cost.
Installations and utilities: From a change in service fees to utility company deposits, consider these expenses in your cross-country move budget.
It may make you feel nervous to see this long list of potential costs but remember that you probably won't encounter all of these during your move. Invest in what it takes to make the process smooth and doable because your health and safety are the most important factors to consider when moving.
The movers in our network offer a diverse menu of helpful services to get you across the country seamlessly. Look into your budget and the tasks at hand to decide which moving services will be most beneficial to you. Nationwide moving companies are happy to answer all your questions about any of their add-on services.
Here are just a few examples of moving services that Great Guys Long Distance Movers' professionals can provide.
If you are moving between apartments or small homes, the professionals can still lighten your load. Small moves are deceptively tricky because they often include staircases, narrow hallways, and navigating other tenants. They can also be difficult because you do not want to pay a large mover or rent an oversized truck when your needs are lesser.
Our small move experts will provide the right equipment to get the job done at a better price. Nationwide small load movers can move all your things carefully, making your move a breeze, while only charging you for what you need.
Did you know your moving company can provide you with affordable supplies? This perk of working with a professional means extra savings. Nationwide relocation specialists know what materials you need to get the job done right and how to protect your belongings. Your national movers can give you the professional materials they use at a fraction of the price you might pay otherwise.
Some moving services even deliver your packing materials right to your door. Ask your experts more about how they can help you with the packing and unpacking process.
Our nationwide furniture movers can move any piece of furniture with ease. They have experience with furniture of every kind – from armoires to oversized sectionals. They take care of every item and protect your belongings with moving insurance.
Your movers will use high-quality packing materials while moving your furniture to prevent bumps and scrapes. They will also arrange furniture in your new home, placing each item exactly where you want it. Not to worry, they also handle the post-move cleanup.
Moving a piano is a tricky to-do, but qualified professionals have the skillset to do it the right way. Piano moving experts understand the delicate nature and value of your instrument, and they know the proper techniques to move it, safety guaranteed. Fill your movers in on the specifics of your instrument and voice your concerns. They will bring the right equipment to get your piano to your new home without a scratch.
When you're traveling from point A to point B, you may have multiple vehicles to bring with you. Ask your movers about vehicle transport options. Many moving companies offer enclosed or open truck transport to save you the hassle of driving. Car transport and storage services extend to vehicles of all varieties, including RVs, luxury cars, snowmobiles, and even off-road vehicles!
We understand that residential moves can be hectic, and at times, too much stress for the individuals or families involved. When you hire a licensed residential mover, rest assured that your belongings are in good hands. They use the best materials and techniques to move your valued items with care. They'll also listen carefully to accommodate your preferences and specifications.
Our commercial moving experts are trained to manage most kinds of products and equipment. Your business assets are precious, so they take the proper measures to get them safely to your new office. Our network of business movers offers flexible services. They provide cost-effective methods and solutions for your moving concerns. Contact our professionals to find out more about moving your business long distance.
If you have the budget, consider hiring a full-service moving company to ease your load. Work with your mover to customize your relocation, choosing the services that are most useful to you. When you select full-service movers, you won't have to lift a finger. You can guide your movers as much or as little as you like throughout the process. They do everything according to your instructions.
Whether you have too much on your plate or would like a stress-free move, our full-service movers work hard to ensure you have the best relocation possible.
Moving appliances isn't easy. Appliance movers give you the muscle and expertise you need to take hauling those appliances off your hands. They can even get them booted up and ready to go in your new home! Our experts know how to prepare and move each utility safely. Washers, dryers, refrigerators, and more can all be ready and waiting for you in your new place.
Pool tables require expert hands and proper tools to move without damage. Whether they encounter a set of stairs or tight corners, our pool table experts know what to do. They remove the legs, rails, pockets, felt, and slate carefully, then wrap them up, ensuring every piece makes it to your new home.
You don't want to take any chances with your cherished art pieces. Our network of art moving experts has the appropriate knowledge to load, secure, transport, and deliver your precious artwork without incident. Light or heavy, bulky or unwieldy, find a custom solution for transporting your paintings and sculptures.
You can use our 2-month national moving checklist to design your unique relocation timeline. We hope it serves you well throughout your move!
Are you taking the plunge and relocating nationwide? Moving to California, Florida, or New York? No matter where you're going, do your research. Look into your community, search for housing, and seek out new medical services.
What are some of the most important considerations as you choose your new home? Think about safety, schools, childcare, and community locations you will frequently be visiting. Hire a realtor or enlist friends and family in your new area for help.
Whenever possible, visit your new area. Schedule some house or apartment showings and take the time to drive around and even talk to potential neighbors.
In addition to researching your new home, you should also be researching moving companies. But before you can hire anyone, you will need a complete budget.
You can research what to expect from your move online, including standard costs so you can compile a budget. You will need a budget so you can determine which services you want to hire out and which tasks you'll tackle yourself.
Ask friends and family who have moved in the past year or so about their relocation budget. Be detailed and complete with your budget. Get a feel for what you can afford to spend before you begin collecting quotes.
By organizing your home, you can get a better idea of how much work will be involved in your move. The idea of this initial organization is deciding what you will sell, donate, or take with you.
Consider your new place and your old place, the layout, the expense of moving, and what you need and use. This step will help you prepare for an in-home estimator to come to your place, as you can have a better feel for how much the national moving company will transport.
Plan for how to sell your belongings. You even start tossing things or donating them. Of course, organizing your home also includes ending contracts or putting it up for sale if you have not already done so.
To provide an accurate list of household items to your moving company, make an inventory list. Include furniture pieces, as well as a basic list of how you will organize your boxes. Most importantly, include those items which are most valuable or important to you. Don't forget about those sneaky items hiding in the garage, closet, or attic!
Once you've completed the first four items on the list, you're ready to start requesting moving quotes! Great Guys Long Distance Movers takes your information and finds you a list of nationwide moving companies that are licensed, insured, and able to handle your move. Once you receive initial ballpark estimates from these movers, you can request in-home estimates to refine the quote further.
Of course, it's time to work out the finer details of your new home or apartment. Schedule any necessary repairs in your current home or new home. Square everything away as far as selling your old place or terminating contracts and getting into your new home.
If you have children, get them enrolled in their new schools. In a similar vein, don't forget to let anyone important know about your move. Let doctors, therapists, teachers, instructors, friends, work, friends, and family know you will be leaving, and set up new accommodations in your community for when you arrive.
Be sure to put your most important belongings in a safe spot at the start of your move, before things become completely chaotic. Place important documents and belongings their box and set it somewhere special.
Mark it and label it boldly so your movers or loved ones will not donate or throw it away by accident. Put your "important belongings" box somewhere you will remember to bring it with you on moving day!
It's time to take the data you've collected and hire your national moving company. Make sure it is licensed, vetted, and insured. Then, give them a call and set your moving date in stone. Settle on all the services you will be hiring them for and sign any contracts necessary.
If you need storage or other services come moving day, such as auto transport, reserve those as well. Childcare and pet care for moving day may also be critical.
Now that you know your move-out and move-in dates, you can call your electric, cable, internet, and other utility providers. Let them know you will only need service through your move-out date. Call and set up services in your new area as well, to begin the day before you move in, so everything will be ready for you once you arrive.
You're organized enough now to begin packing, but first, you will need some materials. You can get discount moving supplies from your movers, friends and family, hardware stores, etc. You can compare prices and buy online or call around to local stores to see if they will provide anything for free or at a discounted rate.
When your materials arrive, it's time to start packing. Begin with those non-essential items such as books and memorabilia. Other people choose to start in their least-entered rooms, like an office or guest room.
Don't postpone trying to sell that furniture, those electronics, and other things you don't plan to bring with you. If you haven't placed them for sale already, it's time to do so. You can sell furniture and electronics online or with phone apps.
How do you plan to use up the rest of your food before moving? Now is the time to plan out how you will consume or donate the remainder of your grub. The goal is to lighten up your move and waste as little as possible!
Before you make that cross-country drive, get your vehicle ready to go. Check fluid levels and tires, making sure the car is in top shape.
Start saying goodbye to family and friends. Things will get a little crazy in the last week or two before the move, so schedule lunches and meetings at your favorite places and with your favorite people now.
Make up a box or suitcase of things you will need in the first few days in your new home. You may want to include your travel belongings or create a separate travel bag.
As you find things that you will need in your first days at your new place, such as shower curtains, towels, nonperishable snacks, and important papers and medications, begin collecting them in your "first days" box. Set it aside and label it appropriately.
Work hard to stay on a packing schedule. Don't get too behind, or else those last few days will feel impossible. Ask for help for anyone involved in the move, make assignments, and work on packing daily.
File your change of address with the US Postal Service, so your mail forwards to the right place. The easiest way to do so is online at usps.com.
If you haven't yet, notify your insurance company about your move, and contact credit card companies. Don't forget to explore your options banking options and make sure you have a branch in your new location that's readily accessible. Talk with your financial institutions and let them know you will have transactions in a new location. If you need to move any money around, do that now.
What other monthly memberships or subscriptions do you have? It's time to cancel that gym membership, those magazine subscriptions, and other regular services before you hit the road.
Bringing clean and fresh laundry to your new home is optimal. Start taking down and washing things like drapes, bedding, rugs, and all your clothes, and then pack them up.
While you pack fervently, assess your remaining to-dos before the move. If you need more help, ask your moving company or loved ones to step in and assist.
Look over your travel schedule. Make sure everyone involved is well aware of what will be happening on moving day. Even if you think they know, remind them!
Ensure airplane tickets are for the right times and dates, and that you have transport to and from the airport. Check up on childcare or pet care. Discuss driving plans with drivers and confirm movers and auto transport. If you are meeting a landlord for a key in your new location, set that up.
If you do not have a suitcase packed up for air or road travel, put one together. Don't forget your "first days" box or suitcase if it is coming with you. Determine what items (such as valuable jewelry) should stay with you during travel, and what you can leave on the moving truck.
You will need to drain, defrost, unplug, clean or otherwise prepare your appliances for transport. Disassembly may also be necessary.
You'll be packing up those last rooms now. Make sure you are completing some deep cleaning as you go. If you think you will run out of time to do things like cleaning appliances, wiping down the walls, and vacuuming the carpets, you may want to consider a professional cleaning service.
Carve out some time to hold a yard sale and take a trip or two to your local donation center. If you still have belongings up for sale online or on selling apps, lower the prices to speed up the sale. Have a viable plan for what you are going to do with the belongings if they do not sell in time.
Before your movers come, organize your boxes and belongings in a way that will help both you and the movers. Write down any notes you want to mention to the movers, and consider how you want your professionals to organize, load, and unload.
Clear paths that allow the movers to navigate easily. Some people prefer to keep all their moving boxes in a single room.
You will need cash to tip movers, as well as cash for emergencies during travel. If your credit cards fail you for whatever reason, you will have a backup plan!
It's time to break down all that furniture. We know it can be a hefty task, depending on how much furniture you are bringing with you, so enlist help. Your moving company can also perform this task for you if you choose to hire them to do so. Keep bolts and pieces in clear bags taped securely to the furniture itself.
Finish packing up those last boxes, because moving day is almost here! If you are driving, load up as much as you can in your car. If you are flying, check in for your flight 24 hours before takeoff.
Make sure your home is ready for its new tenants. Check for items that you might have left behind. Search under beds and in those high cupboards. Make your home look nice while the boxes are removed but stay out of the way of your nationwide professionals.
You may want to involve your landlord in the process so you can clean up anything they are dissatisfied with, especially if there is a cleaning deposit on the line.
Turn off lights and thermostats. Lock the windows and doors. Make sure all faucets are turned off. Ensure the tenants or owners have access to house keys, mail keys, etc.
Travel safely and enjoy exploring your new home!
Here is where that inventory list you made comes in! Check off all belongings that made it safely to your home, especially those valuable and frequently-used ones. Take the time to guarantee every box and furniture piece has arrived at your home. Look all your things over to confirm no new damage has occurred.
You may want to have your new residence professionally cleaned, or you might want to deep-clean it yourself. When it's all cleaned out, and you feel comfortable, it's ready to be unpacked!
If you see any damage to any of your belongings, or you are positive something has gone missing during the move, make your claims sooner rather than later with your moving company. There is a time limit on making insurance claims. Most national moving companies are very considerate and accommodating when it comes to claims.
If you have recently purchased a home, you are probably already aware of anything that is in bad shape. You may want to schedule or work on repairs before you settle into the place.
If you're renting, walk through your home or apartment, looking for leaks, clogged plugs, and other damage. Complete a list for your landlord, so they know what problems existed before you arrived. Then, arrange to get things fixed up.
Think about what you use the most, or which belongings are the most critical in your daily life. We recommend setting up those beds first so you can get some much-deserved sleep. Then you might want to set up TVs, couches, and your dining table. Don't forget to hang shower curtains and pull out that special box you prepared for these first few days in your new home.
You'll have to register your vehicle(s) and get a driver license in your new state. Don't forget to register to vote and change any other important records.
Now it's time to drive around and visit your local grocery store and hardware stores as you make your house or apartment a home. Research community activities, visit new schools and workplaces, and get excited about this life change!
You don't have to unpack everything overnight. Unpack a few important boxes and get an idea in your mind of how quickly you will unpack the rest of your boxes. Your unpacking schedule may depend on when you return to work and how much help you have.
Most importantly, you have finished the hard work, and you deserve to sit back relax. Remember, if you need help with tackling your move, Great Guys Long Distance Movers has already done the hard work of vetting nationwide moving companies. Get your free moving quotes now!


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Q: Redshift - unsupported type "serial" for auto increment id with node-orm-2 Any insight on how to get an auto increment id working? From my understanding, an id column is added by default; however, because I'm using Redshift, the default "serial" type won't work as it is not supported.
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A: No such thing supported.
You can only get an auto-increment for an integer:

IDENTITY(seed, step)
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Home Interviews Owner Free Movement Skateboarding
Free Movement Skateboarding
02Dez. 02, 2017
Text by Florian Winter
Photos by Free Movement Skateboarding
Since there's war in several countries all over the world, millions of refugees come to Europe every year – and much of them take the route over the Mediterranean Sea to the Greek islands. As a result there are a lot of traumatized young refugees in Greece. To help these kids Will Ascott, Ruby Mateja and Oisin Tammas started a skate charity called Free Movement Skateboarding about a year ago. We talked to Ruby about their project.
Founder Will Ascott
Ruby Mateja
What's the concept of Free Movement Skateboarding?
We want to introduce all the benefits of skateboarding to refugee communities. Having seen the wonderful effects of other skate charities such as Skateistan and SkatePAL for example, and how much such projects like these can benefit vulnerable communities, we were inspired to set up our own project specifically for refugee communities. We have set up Free Movement Skateboarding in Athens. More specifically, by offering weekly sessions we are promoting: integration between Greek locals and the refugee population, gender equality, and physical and mental well-being. We teach in refugee camps and also hold open sessions in the city centre that are open to everyone – most sessions you will see boys and girls from all over the world skating together!
"Girls and boys of all different nationalities and ages skate together in harmony."
Girls and boys of all different nationalities and ages skate together in harmony. Anyone who skates will understand the feeling of inclusion that skateboarding can give you – you can go to any new place, and as long as you have your skateboard you will be sure to interact with the locals and make new friends. We hope that by giving the young individuals we teach this first step into the world of skateboarding, they will then become more confident and use their skateboard as a tool for interacting with other people and the cityscape in new and exciting ways. We all know that skateboarding is a challenging activity, one that requires focus and determination – in this way it is a great way to clear your head and forget, even if just momentarily, about the all the stuff they went through.
When did you start it?
In November 2016. Our founder Will Ascott was in Athens volunteering at a community centre when he casually brought up the idea with one of the founders of Help Refugees. They really took to the idea and told him to write up an extensive plan. This is when he contacted me and asked if I'd be up for getting involved. We had met in Palestine exactly a month before, and spent that month volunteering for SkatePAL teaching kids and teenagers how to skate. We had both felt inspired by the time we spent there, and spoke at the time of all the other places that would benefit from a similar project. We spent some time planning every little detail of the formation of our project, and were ecstatic when Help Refugees offered to fund us for our first year! We did some fundraising in the UK and managed to gather 50 second-hand boards and equal amounts of safety equipment.
Who's involved?
Myself, Will Ascott and Oisin Tammas currently work on the project full-time. We have a small crew of amazing volunteers and have now started to pay a couple of local instructors. A big part of our ethos is to create job opportunities for Greek locals and refugees, which we will continue to do as we expand. We try to keep our team as diverse as possible, employing Greeks, refugees, males, females, different ages.
"The more time we have to put into the project means more people can benefit from the sessions."
Why did you start the project?
Our personal motivation comes from very similar places; being angry and disillusioned with the state of the world and trying to find a way to use our personal skills and motivation to provide something that can benefit vulnerable people, even if it is on such a small scale. A mutual love of skateboarding, and witnessing first-hand the incredible impacts that it can have on whole communities at large. Personally, I see the project as an opportunity to help empower girls and women through skateboarding – many of the girls we teach come from very tradition cultures, and as they progress into their teens they are often discouraged from taking part in any physical activities. Skateboarding can counter this because it is quite often unknown to these cultures, so by introducing it as an activity that anyone can do (no matter their age or gender) we can create real gender parity from the offset. Watching these girls become more and more confident and daring on and off the board is truly incredible. Myself and Will both have backgrounds working with vulnerable people, so we felt reasonably well equipped to enter into this situation, and since arriving we have done more training which specifically teaches about people who have been through prolonged stress and trauma. Will also set up and ran a skate school in the UK so he had a good understanding of the operations side of things prior.
What about the finance?
At the moment we are fully supported by Help Refugees and our own crowdfunding. We have just launched a campaign to try and raise funds for our proposed indoor skatepark.
How many kids take part in your project?
We currently teach up to 150 kids a week, with around 300 signed up to our sessions. This number will continue to grow as we expand and can reach out to more camps and squats. And if we manage to open a permanent indoor facility this will offer a space for people to come and skate every day of the week! The numbers will be huge!
How old are the kids?
The kids that we teach are predominantly between 6 and 14 – but we also teach older teens and people in their 20's!
"For most of the kids it's just pure enjoyment of taking part in an exhilarating activity."
What do the kids take from the project?
For most of the kids it's just pure enjoyment of taking part in an exhilarating activity! Something to stimulate them and possibly relieve built-up anger and frustration from their current situation. This is especially important for the kids who live in camps. They live in close quarters with many other people, and tensions can easily arise. Many of the kids have gone through a lot of trauma in their home countries and during the journey out here; they are quite often quick to become aggressive. Skateboarding is a really great way to channel this pent-up aggression. We really encourage the kids to see each other as peers rather than competitors or enemies, and to support each other whilst learning this new skill.
What do you guys take from the project?
Being able to introduce so many young people to skateboarding, those who really need it the most, is truly amazing for us. We get so much satisfaction from seeing the kids learn and progress – but more than that, just seeing the kids enjoy themselves and lose themselves in skateboarding. Some of the greatest experiences have been seeing the transition of the kids when they started to stop treating each other as competitors, but rather supporting and encouraging each other along the way. Seeing them help each other up when they fall, teaching each other, and cheering each other on when they learn something new.
What about the skatepark you are planning?
We have just launched a campaign to try and raise the funds for our planned indoor skatepark. This space would transform our project – it would offer a safe place for people to skate all-year round, a place to socialise and meet new people, and create job opportunities for Greek locals and refugees. In association with Refugee Youth Service, we will offer support for the people that use our centre and collaborate with other organisations to promote dignity and well being for all. Alongside the skatepark, our studio space will offer yoga, art therapy, music and other cultural sessions, encouraging a diverse user group. Whether for private tuition, skate demos, competitions or cultural events, the skate park will cater to the needs and passions of our skate community.
In the future we hope to have a sufficient team to be able to expand to other places. In the short-term, we have already started to make arrangements to set up the project on a couple of islands by collaborating with existing organisations there. In the long-term we hope to reach out to other parts of Greece and different countries too! We have our sights held high!
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