An attorney who has represented dozens of clergy abuse victims says the Boston archdiocese needs to communicate more openly with parishioners on sexual assault allegations, such as the one facing a former Natick priest.
The church plans to hold a listening forum about the abuse allegations against the Rev. Frederick Barr, who served at St. Patrick's in Natick from 1997 to 2000.
Boston-based attorney Carmen Durso says that's not enough.
"Listening sessions are just the current politically correct way of dealing with any issue," he said. "The church is adopting the same mechanisms that are popular in politics and they aren't really meaningful."
To strike at the heart of the problem, Durso said the church should have more vigorous communications with churchgoers.
"They should go out to every single parish and say, 'We are determined to make this stop. We have zero tolerance. We're going to move quickly and we want to hear about it,' " he said.
The spate of clergy abuse victims coming forward earlier in the decade has changed church policy in one major way, said Durso.
"They don't just move (clergy) around anymore. They actually do something now when an allegation surfaces," he said.
Barr, who most recently served St. Patrick Church in Watertown, was placed on administrative leave Aug. 30 in reaction to the accusation, which relates to his time at St. Luke's in Belmont 20 years ago.
It is unclear whether the archdiocese will hold listening forums in Natick or at St. James the Great in Wellesley, where Barr also spent time.
Archdiocese spokeswoman Kelly Lynch was noncommital.
"At this time, the archdiocese is focused on the needs of parishioners at St. Patrick in Watertown and will be working with other parishes to individually assess their needs and provide services as appropriate," she wrote.
For the second day in a row, St. Patrick's in Natick declined comment, deferring to the archdiocese.
This is not St. Patrick's first connection to clergy sexual misconduct.
In 2001, the Rev. Daniel Twomey, then the church's pastor, resigned because of "inappropriate sexual misconduct with adult women." Those allegations rocked the parish.
Those keeping vigil at St. James the Great in Wellesley, which received a notice of suppression from the Archdiocese of Boston about five years ago, had yet to discuss the allegations against the Rev. Barr as a group.
Betty Elliott, a St. James parishioner for 48 years, remembered him serving the church more than 15 years ago. She was quick to say she has nothing to say about Barr or the allegation of sexual misconduct.
"I didn't have any personal dealings with him," she said. "Nothing surprises me anymore, but at the same time I don't want to accuse anyone of anything."
Nancye Connor remembered him as a quiet man with "a very beautiful singing voice."
The few parishioners who still gather to worship in the church has yet to discuss the matter. That may happen Sunday.
Kathleen Daly, a St. James parishioner said, "I'm always in favor of communication and answering questions."
Anne Southwood, chairwoman for the Boston Area Council of the lay advocacy group Voice of Faithful, said she thought at the very least it would be appropriate to have some sort of forum at St. Luke's in Belmont.
Both St. Luke's and St. Patrick in Watertown are under the spiritual guidance of Bishop Walter Edyvean, who did not return a phone call yesterday .
Southwood commended the church for reaching out to the Watertown parish.
The fact that the allegation has arisen now, two decades after the fact, is not unusual, said Southwood.
"The average age of a survivor accepting and realizing what happened is usually somewhere in the 30s," she said. "Facing the reality must be extremely difficult for them."
Durso agreed. Occasionally, a victim will suppress a memory, Durso said, but more often the victim will remember what happened, choose not to deal with it and not press charges.
In 2003, when he was representing more than 60 clergy abuse victims, Durso said the average time between the abuse and the victim coming forward was about 33 years.
"Twenty years after the fact is early," he said. "But one thing I've noticed: The time period is getting a bit shorter."


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Volume 47, number 2 (May-June 2012)
Shaping Information History as an Intellectual Discipline
By James W. Cortada
Information is an emerging field of interest and concern to citizens, public officials, and scholars in many disciplines. This article acknowledges that problems exist in defining the subject of information history and argues the case that the topic can be addressed in a more coherent fashion. It then poses five questions for historians to investigate with respect to this field and proposes a sequence of three strategies and an agenda for what scholars can do to make this topic a new field of inquiry called "information history," drawing upon historiographical experiences of other areas of historical inquiry.
Normalizing Soviet Cybernetics
By Benjamin Peters
Not many word pairs sound as exotic to the Western ear as "Soviet" and "cybernetics." Yet this article argues that what may be most significant about the history of Soviet cybernetics—however full of fascinating figures and tales of an alternative imagination for a mid-century information society—is precisely how normal or representative the Soviet experience with cybernetics appears in the larger context of Soviet history. It explores how the twists and turns in the Soviet experience with cybernetics follow preexisting political dynamics, debate patterns, rituals of discourse, strategies for intellectual defense, alliance forging, institution building, and other variables. By demystifying the seemingly exotic, this article aims to help spark insight on some of the historical contingencies and conditions behind the contemporary information age.
Supermarket Savvy: The Everyday Information-Seeking Behavior of Grocery Shoppers
By Sara L. Wimberley and Jessica L. McClean
This paper examines the information-seeking behaviors of grocery shoppers. Beginning with a review of the historical development of supermarkets in America, it then synthesizes information-seeking behaviors of shoppers in grocery stores with everyday life information-seeking theories. Grocery stores and supermarkets changed dramatically over time, and business practices evolved in order to meet consumer demands for information. Shoppers' information-retrieval behaviors, including information seeking, information gathering, and information acquisition, were employed in novel ways as information resources emerged, but remained largely unchanged over time.
The Politics of Ethnic Heritage Preservation in Canada: The Case of the Multicultural History Society of Ontario
By Dominique Daniel
This article examines the constitution of the collections of the Multicultural History Society of Ontario between 1976 and 1982 in the context of the Canadian policy of multiculturalism. Set up as an independent nonprofit organization to document the history of ethnocultural communities in Ontario, the Society was funded with public money. This article considers how competition with other cultural heritage organizations and relationships with ethnic donors affected collecting strategies. While the Society's mission was scholarly, the politicization of multiculturalism influenced its collecting process in significant ways. This case study illustrates the importance of understanding contextual factors when assessing the scope, content, and limitations of library, archive, or museum collections.
Why Encyclopedias Got Bigger . . . and Smaller
By Jeff Loveland
This article will show that the European encyclopedia's critical period of growth took place from 1690 to 1840; the size of the largest printed encyclopedias declined or stabilized thereafter. Having established this pattern of change and its importance for encyclopedism, the article will then evaluate the factors determining the change. The early growth of encyclopedias was above all a consequence of competition, perceptions of the market for encyclopedias, and publishers' and contributors' psychology, while the most important causes for encyclopedias' lack of growth after 1840 were the standardization of encyclopedias as products, the cost of compilation, and financial conservatism among encyclopedia-makers.

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Does Jean-Charles Boisset have a James Bond complex? Perhaps. He definitely blends dapper and debonair in his style and businessman-meets-bon vivant. The descendent of Burgundy wine producers, Jean-Charles oversees the family business on two continents. In France this encompasses: Jean-Claude Boisset Winery, Domaine de la Vougeraie, Bouchard Aîné & Fils, Ropiteau Frères, J. Moreau & Fils, Château de Pierreux, Mommessin (all Burgundy), Bonpas (Rhône Valley) and Fortant (Languedoc).
In the U.S.A., Jean-Charles acquired Buena Vista Winery (Carneros) the first bonded winery in California, Raymond Vineyards and De Loach Vineyards. And he's created the lifestyle "brand," JCB by Jean-Charles Boisset. The Boisset Collection also includes jewelry, home decor, fine goods, gifts and exclusive tasting events in addition to his wines.
Buena Vista Winery (est 1863) was acquired by Jean-Charles Boisset in 2011. Read the entire story here.
The book takes a sensory-and sensuous- approach to learning about and enjoying wine and we found it easy to read and very informative. We love how they compare certain styles of wine to screen sirens. What do you think is the "Elizabeth Taylor" of red wine? Or the Bridget Bardot of white?


Clinic Synopsis: This clinic session will create awareness of the National Core Arts Standards initiative in regard to instrumental music education. The design of the conceptual framework for arts learning, the foundations of artistic literacy, and a context for implementation will be the focus of the session.
Clinician Biographical Information Elizabeth Sokolowski is Head of the Music Education Division of the School of Music at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. Mrs. Sokolowski is responsible for all components of the Music Education program (undergraduate and graduate), and teaches graduate level courses in K-12 Music Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Secondary Music Pedagogy.


LETTER OF THE DAY: Mayor Mark Jamieson claims that two time zones in Queensland would be "simply unworkable".
Two time zones in one state work well in 15 regions of North America. Time zone lines are not drawn according to state boundaries. Instead, individual counties decide which time zone works best for them.
Tennessee (with an area one-sixteenth the size of Queensland) has two million residents in one zone and four million in another, with two major cities in each zone.
It is a remarkably straight dividing line with consensus easily achieved by residents as to which time zone is best suited to their lifestyle. Economic factors appear to play no role in deciding the dividing line.
In Queensland there is a similar dividing line between regions where the overwhelming majority support daylight saving in one and oppose it in the other.
Lifestyle preferences are the main factor in deciding support or opposition to daylight saving (Nielsen, 2007).
Queensland is lucky in that this boundary can be drawn through a sparsely populated area that few people will cross on a regular basis.
Mayor Jamieson does us a disservice in claiming two times zones to be unworkable. Given strong leadership and careful guidance, there is no reason Queenslanders should not be able to achieve consensus and the lifestyle that the majority in each region want during summer.


Whiskey Cake's flagship location in Plano has cultivated lasting relationships with several local vendors throughout the years. Now, with the new Las Colinas location, Whiskey Cake can double the amount of business provided to these local artisans.
In addition to a wide array of locally sourced products, the Artisans Party will have live music, raffle prizes, yard games, a photo booth, and a "Build Your Own Old Fashioned Cocktail Booth." Whiskey Cake will also be offering $5 Old Fashioneds during the event.
Whiskey Cake's menu features farm-to-kitchen dishes and cocktails made in its "from scratch only" kitchen and bar. Whiskey Cake uses slow-cooking methods on a live wood grill, smoker and spit because everything tastes better that way. From its mesquite wood-grilled plates to fresh greens and famous desserts, all of Whiskey Cake's hand-crafted dishes are served with simple, honest flavors in a rustic, local atmosphere.


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Tagged: Historical Fiction
Shadows of Hemlock
Book Reviews / Sam's Teen Reads Corner
Jenn and Sam weigh in on KM Pohlkamp's Shadows of Hemlock
Shadows of Hemlock; K.M. Pohlkamp
Adult; Crime Thriller; 360 Pages
Filles Vertes Publishing; None edition (November 19, 2019)
Regret is a bitter poison. In a desperate grasp for prestige, Aselin Gavrell betrayed her master to the execution block for the advantage of the onyx pendant now around her neck. Shelter from her master's crimes comes with an unwanted allegiance and a list of innocents to murder. But the Guild of poison assassins will not be so easily pacified and charge Aselin to develop an antidote as retribution of her betrayal. Unprepared for the independence she craved, Aselin is forced to seek aid from a fickle contact who wants only one means of payment: a ruby ring with a mare's head. To save herself from her master's fate, Aselin must navigate a growing list of debtors eager to toss her aside and confront her guilt in this fast-paced tale of growth and redemption in Tudor England.
K.M. Pohlkamp is a blessed wife to the love of her life, a proud mother of two, and a Mission Control flight controller. Originally from Wisconsin, she now resides in Houston, Texas.
Strong, independent, female characters and anti-heroes return in K.M. Pohlkamp's much-anticipated sequel to Apricots and Wolfsbane, Shadows of Hemlock.
Aselin Gavrell made a fateful decision, and one she may live to regret when she betrayed her mentor. Now, she sits indebted to the man who arranged the betrayal.
Worse, the Guild doesn't recognize Aseline's supposition of her former Master's status.
And because Fate will challenge the willful, not only does Aselin have a list of targets that she won't be paid for, she also has four short months to discover an antidote to her poison of choice – Hemlock.
As she works her way through her benefactor's list and comes to realize how petty their slights really were, Aselin begins to question her choices and form a plan to avenge her mentor and redeem herself.
Sequels are notoriously difficult, and they are frequently seen as less than the first. I admit that I struggled with Aselin's character (to be fair, her mentor challenged me, too, on Apricots), but the story kept me engaged, pulling me from page to page as Aselin's arc accelerated and grew into her purpose.
This can be read as a stand-alone, but I wouldn't recommend doing so. Aselin's story begins in Apricots, and so many characters pull from that tale to this that much of the detail could be lost. Start with book 1, and be ready to dive into book 2. A solid 4 stars.
Sam's Review
The lineage of women assassins continues with Aselin, apprentice to the late Lavia. Desperate to prove her worth to the world of poison masters and her patron, her pride guides her, mixed with the teachings of Lavinia and the guilt of her brother's death. With the daunting tasks ahead of her, can she prove her worth, or will she be marked as both an outcast and a criminal?
Shadows of Hemlock is certainly as captivating and Apricots and Wolfsbane, and teaches you much about the assassin world the author has created. Poison on the right and one's poison of choice shows just what kind of assassin you are. Captivating, descriptive, and overall pleasing to read, I strongly recommend to all historical fiction lovers, murder lovers, and to all people in general.
This book is available from Amazon here:
Other books in the series:
Apricots & Wolfsbane (book 1)
The Renaissance Club
Jenn reviews Rachel Dacus' time travel romance, The Renaissance Club
The Renaissance Club; Rachel Dacus
Adult; Fantasy Romance; 374 pages
Time Fold Books December 20, 2018
May Gold, an adjunct college teacher earning little more than a Starbucks barista, often dreams in her tiny, moldy office about the subject of her master's thesis, 17th-century sculptor Gianlorenzo Bernini. In her fantasies, she's in his arms, the wildly adored partner of the man who invented the Baroque. In reality, May has just landed in Rome with her teaching colleagues and her suffocating boyfriend, Darren, who is paying her way. She feels like a precocious failure and longs for a passionate, creative life of beauty and poetry. When tour leader George St. James lends May his beautiful gold pen to take her notes, she finds herself in the year 1624, under the gilded dome of St. Peter's, staring into Bernini's eyes. But can she break free of her present-day life, the dead-end job, the stuffy boyfriend, and the boss who wants to thwart her rise in the Art Department? Only if she can give up everything and figure out the secret to falling through the folds of time, might she seize her unexpected chance for happiness and live in a magical future with her soul mate from another time.
A CAPTIVATING STORY illuminating love's power over time. Perfect for fans of and Susanna Kearsley and Diana Gabaldon, for those who love Italy, art, and history.
Rachel Dacus is a poet, essayist, and novelist who writes about love and history. In her novel, THE RENAISSANCE CLUB, a young art historian gets to meet her hero from the past, the fiery 17th century Italian sculptor Bernini. She then must choose whether she can give up everything — even the time in which she lives — to be with her soulmate. The book was praised as "enchanting, rich, and romantic".
Dacus is at work on both a sequel and a prequel. She shows off her versatility as a writer in her four poetry collections, most recently ARABESQUE.
She lives in Northern California with her husband and a tiny, mighty Silky Terrier. She's a member of the Women's Fiction Writer's Association and Authors18. To learn more about her news and upcoming projects, sign up for her quarterly newsletter at http://racheldacus.net. A poem in every newsletter!
A stellar story and subtle romance! Rachel Dacus' story weaves the past and the present together in a seamless blend of prose and poetry, with subtle undertones reminiscent of a fine Italian culinary dish in The Renaissance Club.
This was not my first time-travel romance, but Ms. Dacus is easily on par with my literary heroine, Diana Gabaldon. While the heroine travels back and forth through time, she tries to keep her present-day, dead-on-arrival, relationship with Darren together; but each trip through the portal of Time, each liason with her artistic hero, Bernini, she finds herself comparing past and present in more ways than one.
The romance between May and Bernini sizzles, and the love scenes are subtle, but pack a punch and the author moves deftly through the full range of human emotions with style and sensitivity. All the while, Dacus is describing art and Italy with a deftness that leaves even the least-experienced art historian with a clear mental image of what the characters are seeing and studying.
Her characters step in and out of time seamlessly, and it would seem that all of our intrepid travelers on this particular three-week academic tour find themselves somehow changed by the magic of Italy; its pull an irresistible dare to be something more, fly higher, try something new, inspired by the innovation in artistic styles that Rome, Venice, Florence, and Assisi seethe with. And who wouldn't find themselves forever altered by meeting Masters of their time such as Michelangelo, Bernini and Borromini?
Even those who aren't romance fans will find something in the pages of this book to pique their imagination. Aspiring authors, poets, painters and sculptors especially, should read at least the first three chapters, and pay special heed Bernini's advice.
You won't find steamy sex scenes in this book, but in this reviewer's opinion, they would have most likely detracted from the overall impact of Rachel's work. Readers will be left with a new appreciation of art, history, love and time itself. A must for every romance reader's book list, especially fans of time-travel romance.
Jenn reviews Rachel Dacus' time travel romance, The Renaissance Club
This book is available in Kindle and paperback here.
Also by Rachel Dacus:
The Invisibles
By the Assassin's Side
Jenn reviews book 3 in Katherine Hasting's Daggers of Desire series, By the Assassin's Side
By the Assassin's Side by Katherine Hastings
Historical Fiction/ 242 Pages
Flyte Publishing – February 6, 2019
Gold may not be the only treasure they find.
As they race to find the treasure, Simon and Vivian must fight the men hunting her down… and the feelings for each other growing each step of the way.
With part of a stolen treasure map in her possession and mercenaries hot on her trail, Vivien runs to the one person she knows will keep her safe. Captain Viktor. But when she arrives at his ship, it isn't her oldest friend commanding it, a new man has taken his place. Captain Simon Blackmore. Though reluctant to work with this imposter, his skills both as a pirate and an assassin are exactly what she needs to find this treasure… and stay ahead of the men who want their map back.
Half the treasure as payment for protecting the fiery courtesan convinces Simon to escort her and help uncover Captain Avery's lost loot. Danger nips at their heels every step of the way, and her obstinate personality makes the already monumental task even more difficult. But soon they are fighting for more than just staying alive… they are fighting the feelings for each other that are even more dangerous than the men hunting her down.
Can they work together to find the treasure that could change both their fates, or will they discover that the greatest treasure was there all along?
Katherine Hastings is back with a third installment of the Daggers of Desire series, rounding the series out with the story of Vivian and Simon.
Simon inherited the pirate vessel, Dark Shark, from his good friend and longtime partner, Viktor, when Viktor retired. While in port, waiting for the crew's next adventure, a stubborn, determined woman demands to see the captain – only she's quite distressed to discover Simon now carries the title.
Vivian's found herself in a bad situation, the worst she's ever faced. And when the tall, imposing Simon insists that Viktor has retired, Viv is at a loss. Her long-time friend and occasional lover, Viktor, is the only one she trusts to get her through her dilemma – a stolen half of a pirate treasure map.
Simon keeps his word and delivers Viv to Viktor's doorstep, and true to the new Captain's word, Viktor confirms his retirement and helps the pair plan their perilous journey to find Captain Avery's lost pirate treasure.
Nothing in their journey is straight forward, and the pair repeatedly make their predicaments worse through their stubbornness. A common background is the only thing that eases the tension between them to quiet the constant sniping at each other.
This is a fun swashbuckling romance, with a quick pace and quick wit sprinkled throughout. While it is the third book in the series, it can easily be read on its own.
We interviewed Katherine back in July, 2018. You can read more here.
Beneath the Assassin's Touch
Jenn reviews Beneath the Assassin's Touch by Katherine Hastings, Book 2 in the Daggers of Desire series
Beneath the Assassin's Touch,
Katherine Hastings
Adult, Historical Romance, 201 Pages
Flyte Publishing, January 23, 2019
Sometimes the safest place is in the arms of the most dangerous man.
As Viktor fights to save Nora from assassins hot on her trail, it turns out they're up against an even bigger battle… the feelings for each other they can no longer deny.
When Viktor envisioned pulling the beautiful Baroness into his arms, he was thinking he wanted a quick roll in the hay… a one-night stand like he'd had with a lengthy list of ladies before her. Tossing her over his shoulder to escape her would-be assassins wasn't what he had in mind, yet that's exactly how she ended up in his arms the night they met. Now Viktor is stuck protecting the willful woman until they can solve the mystery of who would want her dead. He must use all his skills, as both pirate and assassin, to save her… and all his willpower to resist the growing feelings that threaten to pull him under.
Baroness Nora Aberdeen finds herself ripped from a life of luxury, dependent on the infuriating assassin to keep her alive. Unsure who to trust, she can't deny the safety she feels when she's by his side. Dragged through England to places she never imagined, Nora struggles to survive while also struggling to battle the feelings the roguish pirate awakens within her.
Can they fight their feelings while they fight for their lives? Will he be able to save her, and in doing so save himself… or will pride and duty tear them apart?
Katherine Hastings loves love. It's why she writes romance novels. Getting lost writing a romantic adventure is one of her favorite pastimes. When she's not on an adventure with her characters, she can be found at her home in Wisconsin snuggling her husband, two Boston Terriers, and the world's naughtiest cat. Two things make Katherine want to leave her happy home these days… going for rides on her dressage pony or floating at the beach in her big inflatable raft. Writing her novels while floating in the lake is one of her ultimate pleasures… that and Fried Wisconsin Cheese Curds, of course.
Katherine Hastings is back with book 2 in the Daggers of Desire series, Beneath the Assassin's Touch. In book 1, we briefly met the pirate, Viktor, and he's back with his over-the-top wit and salacious, playful antics to rescue the endangered damsel, keep her out of harm's way, and find his own happily ever after.
Viktor hides a damaged, painful past behind his mask of daring escapades, quick sense of humor, and bawdy bosom buddies. Never one to settle down for long, he agrees to take a short stint away from his pirate ship, Dark Shark, to help John and Charlie prevent an assassination. The only catch is, they don't know exactly who's at risk, only that the intended victim will be at a ball at a nearby estate. He's growing weary of the pirate's life, even if he is a captain with his own ship.
Never one to let a little work get in the way of a flirtation, Viktor trails a beautiful baroness out onto a balcony for a bit of fresh air.
Nora doesn't exactly like the plush life she's carved out for herself, but the cost of turning back is too high for her to pay – so she plays her part and grits her teeth. The dashing, well-dressed man that follows her around her husband's party is more than an annoyance, his continued affections could jeopardize all those she holds dear. But when armed men attack her in the dark, she has no choice but to flee in the handsome stranger's arms.
Nora is all prickles and defenses, continually demanding that Viktor returns her to her home, refusing to believe that she's in any danger. Her ongoing denial and fight for her independence could cost her her life. And Viktor refuses to let the beautiful, strong Nora out of his grasp – she's possibly his best chance at healing old wounds and finding the happiness he never thought could be his.
Ms. Hastings has tackled yet another historical romance with a flair for witty banter, sexy tensions, and action-packed adventure. BENEATH THE ASSASSIN'S TOUCH is the second book in the series, and characters and situations from book 1 are referenced, met, and take part in some of the action, but this book can be read as a standalone in its own right. A nice break from the typical adult historical romance.
We interviewed Katherine back in July 2018. You can read the article here.
This book is available on Amazon in Kindle and Paperback formats here:
Miao Shan – The Awakening – Review
Miao Shan – The Awakening by G.A.M. Morris
New Adult to Adult, Paranormal/Urban Fantasy, 286 pages
Indie Published, January 15, 2019
**Please note that the author has rated this book as 18+ due to graphic violence.**
When ten-year-old Chow Lei witnesses her parent's brutal murder she becomes emotionally scarred for life. Her maternal grandmother adopts her and attempts to help her, but only when Chow Lei joins a Shaolin Kung Fu school does any emotional healing occur.
After a year of training at the Kung Fu school, her grandmother reticently agrees to send her to the Shaolin Temple so the emotional healing can continue.
After many years in the Shaolin Temple, once she had reached enlightenment, Lei returns home only to discover that her grandmother has also been murdered.
Alone and in tears she swears to bring justice to those who have killed her loved ones. Little does she know that she is destined to become, Miao-Shan, the living Goddess of Justice! Justice for all!
I was born in London in 1963. We moved to Cape Town, South Africa when I was 8 years old. I studied at the University of Cape Town Business school. For most of my working life, I have been a collectibles, art, and antique dealer. In 2007 I became a commercial property broker. I started writing fiction professionally in 2010, during which time I wrote two complete novels, of which Miao-Shan is the second one. At the end of 2010, I returned to the property industry, without having acquired an agent. For the next six years, I wrote part-time. Two years ago, I started to work full-time as a self-published author, mainly selling on Amazon, under a pen-name. I currently have two other books completed (one an unusual spy thriller, and the other a time-traveling paranormal fantasy), which will be published at a later date. The time-traveling paranormal fantasy novel, I intend to convert into a graphic novel. I'm now concentrating on getting Miao-Shan published.
Twitter: https://twitter.com/GAM_Morris
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GAMMorrisauthor/
Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/author/show/7280567.G_A_M_Morris
Brian's Review:
So upon reading this book, I decided to give this book 4 different reviews. First for story plot, second for world building, third for action sequences, and the final will be a combination of the previous 3. That being said, let me begin.
Story Plot ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The story plot in my opinion was amazing. The story line is the only thing that kept me reading this book. More to come on that later. The author's idea and plot was spot on and something a little different. I believe one would be hard pressed to find a better thought out plot. Any other negative thoughts was overshadowed by the sheer brilliance of the plot.
World Building ⭐⭐
As good as the plot was, the world building was lacking greatly. So much potential with so little descriptions. The author lost a lot by focusing more on conversation than descriptions. Some examples that are taken directly from the book, "Po Po had given her a necklace with a figure of Guan Yin, as a pendant. " That's the full description. No color, no metal, no length. Another example from the book, "Over the next four hours, Want Deshi measured, cut and sowed a traditional martial arts night operations outfit." Again, missing the chance to really describe what the reader should be imagining. Instead, the reader is left, if like me, thinking of the Hollywood ninja clothes, that are quite certain to be anything but traditional, not to mention, this is Kung Fu from China and not karate or ninjitsu from Japan. Buildings, surroundings, and most everything else was quickly described leaving many important, and let's just face it, wanted, information completely out. Instead of spending somewhere in excess of 75% of the story in conversation, the author should have used some of that space to build the world he was creating.
Action Sequences ⭐⭐⭐
There was plenty of action in this book. The reason I've only given this a 3 star is the quality of describing the action. Combat scenes felt rushed, or like they weren't important when in this reader's opinion, the action and combat should have been the front most next to world building. Fighting scenes were extremely rushed. For example, "Suddenly five men with long knives leaped out of the dark and were about to proceed to kill everyone. Lei instantly sprung onto her feet in a blur of movement, her legs started spinning, and her arms and hands started to move forward in a blur, in circular movements, thrusting and chopping. Within a minute all fine of the attackers were lying immobile on the ground." These kinds of descriptions left me with the feeling of what really happened. The author lost a lot of potential by skipping details once again.
Over All ⭐⭐⭐1/2
Over all I give the book a 3 1/2 start rating. The plot being the only saving grace of this book. It's my understanding this is the author's first book, and if that's true, that surely explains some of this, and I greatly expect he'll improve upon that. So I would recommend the reading of this book, so long as you over look the minimal amount of descriptions. I also believe that as the author grows, his writing will too, and his books are going to be amazing.
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Warhorse – Review
Warhorse, Michael Morpurgo
Children's, Historical Fiction, 176 Pgs
Scholastic Press September 1, 2010
In 1914, Joey, a beautiful bay-red foal with a distinctive cross on his nose, is sold to the army and thrust into the midst of the war on the Western Front. With his officer, he charges toward the enemy, witnessing the horror of the battles in France. But even in the desolation of the trenches, Joey's courage touches the soldiers around him and he is able to find warmth and hope. But his heart aches for Albert, the farmer's son he left behind. Will he ever see his true master again?
Michael Morpurgo, former Children's Laureate of Britain, is the author of War Horse, called "Superb" by the New York Times Book Review, and now a major motion picture. His other prize-winning books include Kensuke's Kingdom, Private Peaceful, and The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips. Michael lives in Devon, England, with his wife, Clare. Together, they founded the charity Farms for City Children, which gives children from urban areas an opportunity to spend a week working on a farm in the countryside. You can find out more about him and his books at michaelmorpurgo.org.
Now a major movie, War Horse by Michael Morpurgo has a strong message in favor of peace. This is perfect for horse lovers and peaceful types.
Joey has gone through so much as a war horse. He lost Andy, his boy, he lost his fellow horse to WWI, and he is nothing like the thoroughbred he is. But through it all, he sticks to his hope of finding Andy, giving the soldiers on both sides hope.
I loved this book from start to finish, because I dislike war and fighting. It was well written, and well developed, and showed that there is hope for people in battle.
Thrice Read Books has one paperback edition in our inventory, in very good condition. You can buy it right here:
This book is available in Kindle, hardback, paperback, audiobook,mass market paperback formats from Amazon here. [affiliate link]
The Cursed Girl – Review
The Cursed Girl, Marie Vermisoglou
Teen/Young Adult, Fantasy, 574 Pages
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1 edition (April 1, 2018)
A boy. A girl. A curse. You can't always get away.
Sixteen-year-old Eva is a witch who lived in Spain, in the year 1230. She met a boy named Jonathan who would become her whole world. Everything was normal until she was faced with challenges that will change her life forever.
As a healer, her job is to help people, but there are forces that will try to prevent that. There is a war coming and Eva and her friends must do everything they can to survive. Can they fight their way against the dark forces that are surrounding them?
Her wits and inner strength helped everyone who encircled her to survive but will she be able to survive herself?
Supernatural creatures, royal backstabbing and many more await you in this thrilling novel that will take your breath away.
Maria Vermisoglou is a librarian who lives in Greece. She has been a booklover ever since she learned to read. Her vivid imagination helped her create the magic world of 'The Cursed Girl. There is always a story in her head so if she doesn't answer immediately, it just means the story took a strange turn.
She recently won the second place of the First Annual Indie Awards as the Favourite New Female Author.
She loves trips, books and walks with her friends. Not necessarily in that order.
You can find more about her upcoming series at
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Cursed Girl is an amazing historical fantasy about a witch changing the fate of humankind as we know it. Creative, fun, and humorous, filled with a sassy protagonist and danger, Cursed Girl will fill your fantasy needs.
Eva is a healer and a witch. Running a medicine shop long before women had freedom and during the time that witches were hanged or burned at the stake, she keeps her heritage a closely guarded secret. But she must risk it all when she becomes friend with the princes of Spain, and hides them from their power-hungry uncle.
Torn between following her heart and letting herself fall in love with the heir to the throne, or following common sense for witches and denying her true feelings, witches do live hundreds of years longer than us, she wages an inner war, and an outer war at the same time.
This book was amazing, up until the end, where it was mostly just a giant epilogue separated into chapters. There was no more excitement, and the book's main plot, which was guarding the princes, had long since been resolved in the middle of the book. The second plot was still being resolved, but it could have easily been resolved in another book, so the for the second half of it, I was pretty bored.
This book is available from Amazon in Kindle, and paperback editions here.


I then created new labels using Tower W110 (it is a listed label in Word?s label list). The same problem occurred. The first label is perfect, then they start moving up in small increments. By the fourth row of labels the first two lines of the address are printing on the bottom of the previous label! Any solutions out there???
I am in Africa and we print on A4 paper and labels come on A4 sheets.
To me it sounds like the template is a little bit off what is on the paper. We has an issue similar with CD Labels.
How I fixed my issue was that I measured up each part of the paper that was being printed on and created a template myself for it.
Also an easier solution, that i didnt have the luxury of, was trying to contact the manufacturer to get a template off them that may work.
Thanks Mamies - I don't know why I never thought of creating a template as you describe myself. (Blonde moment). I am going to give that a try and also see if the manufacturer has a template that works better.


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City Escape: Frederick, Maryland
If you enjoy an endless progression of curves and elevation changes on off-the-beaten-path roads, then this City Escape is for you. Because of the challenging riding environment, it may feel much longer than its designated 155-mile length. These roads are great fun.The area has a rich panoply of farms,
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Seven Springs, Pennsylvania Shamrock Tour®
The old and weathered Allegheny Mountains run through north-central Pennsylvania and portions of neighboring Maryland and West Virginia. The range was once the furthest reaches of a young nation, and within the mountains' wrinkles lie stories and tales that, like tree rings, reveal the past. HistoryIt's early October and there's
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Maryland and Virginia: Old Bay
More than 150 rivers and streams wind their way from New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland, and empty into the Chesapeake Bay. At 200 miles long and 30 miles wide at its widest point, this estuary's shallow waters (average depth is just 21 feet) and countless bays,
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This journey immerses travelers in Maryland's colorful history and the tranquil ambiance of a landscape surrounded by water. The laid-back charm and coastal culture makes southern Maryland feel thousands of miles removed from the frenetic pace of nearby Washington, D.C. And there's lots of fresh seafood to
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Beginning halfway between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, MD, this City Escape traverses verdant, back-in-time Maryland countryside. Enticing byways wind through pastoral settings, along streams, and into the heart of historic villages. A stop for lunch just north of the Pennsylvania border gives riders an even closer glimpse of a
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Pizza is the United Nations of food, the one dining option that a group of hungry riders can readily agree upon. Burger joints are for carnivores; salad bars are for rabbits. But pizza, ubiquitous pizza, can be customized for nearly everyone.Chew on this for a second—on any given
City Escape: Washington, D.C. - Virginia Hunt County
From the streets of modern-day Leesburg, VA, riders motor through the idyllic horse and vineyard country of historic Loudoun and Fauquier counties, VA, and also will navigate briefly into Maryland and West Virginia. This backroad ramble can be taken anytime from spring through fall but is most enjoyable during fall
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Rustic backroads meander through a pastoral, cultivated landscape dotted with picturesque villages. On every day of the week, except Sunday, riders can observe the unique, back-in-time Amish lifestyle on full display. And there are plenty of roadside collectibles for sale by local artisans. This route can be ridden comfortably in
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West Virginia, Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland via Route 50
Wafts of cool, mountain air swirl over the Victory Cross Country's short windshield in a near perfect dose. It's not enough to be buffeting, yet just enough to be invigorating. For Kathy, this is our journey's last leg. But for me, well, I'm already home.Almost Heaven, West Virginia. John
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"A house divided against itself cannot stand. I believe this government cannot endure permanently half slave and half free. I do not expect the Union to be dissolved; I do not expect the house to fall; but I do expect that it will cease to be divided."Abraham Lincoln 1858The
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Soaring 186 feet above the Chesapeake Bay, on its 4.3-mile namesake bridge, our motorcycles seem to have slipped the surly bonds of earth. Enormous ships glide silently below and seagulls follow our exhilarating descent onto Kent Island, MD. Another bridge crossing and we'll arrive on a rural and historic
Baltimore to St. Clairsville, OH
Road building in eighteenth-century America had always been a local responsibility, but an Act of Congress in 1806 called for a federally constructed road that would connect the waters of the Atlantic Ocean to those of the Ohio River.Baltimore, Maryland, an important shipping port, is where the National Road
Shamrock Tour® - Western Maryland
The Appalachian Mountains, once reaching Himalayan-scale heights, are among the oldest on earth. Erosion-resistant sandstone sustains their rounded green shoulders, while limestone undergirds the verdant valleys. Yes, there are many attractive features in the western highlands of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia; but the most appealing of all has to
Piaggio X-9: Eastern Shore Maryland
It's amazing how a few years of separation can inspire a whole new outlook on things previously unnoticed. Having grown up in Annapolis, Maryland, I was aware of the region's deep historic roots. But, like most teenagers, my coming of age concerns centered on girls, parties, and bikes. The Eastern
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Mid Atlantic: Bridge Tour
Our shakedown of colonial American history begins in Elizabeth City, NC, just on the other side of the swamps and tidal flats from Jamestown, VA, the first permanent English colony in the New World. Along the way, we're crossing some of the greatest bridges on the East Coast, bridges that
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As the days of my retirement drew closer, the most asked question by my co-workers was "What are you going to do when you retire?" My standard answer, "It's not what I'm going to do but what I'm not going to do. I'm not going to take the interstate anymore.
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There is a sign posted on my son's school door saying that there was reported case of fifth's disease and pregnant women should not come in the building. I was in the building twice before knowing I was pregnant. I don't know anything about fifth's disease so any info would be greatly appreciated.
There is some info at http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/diseases/parvovirus/B19&preg.htm. It looks like in some rare cases, it can cause problems (i.e., if mom is one of the 50% of women not already immune, there is less than a 5% chance of miscarriage). Apparently, this is more common in the 1st half of pregnancy. The vast majority of the time, the baby is not affected, and even if a mom gets sick, it is usually only a mild illness. Your doctor/midwife can do a blood test to see if you were already immune or, if not, whether you have been exposed. The greatest likelihood is that you and your baby will be fine. Talk with your doctor/midwife to see what they say too.
I just found out I was pregnant also and the day after I must have concieved I came down with fifth's disease.any info please I have read a lot but I don't know if I missed it because it happened so soon.


The last three lines are particularly important as otherwise, you can't install an older version of MySQL even though you think that you've completely deleted the newer version!
What I have to do if there's no hostconfig file in /etc?
Just wondering why this is here at all. Since JasperReports Server uses Postgres by default ... Although, in the memory of the original author, rmiller, may he RIP, we will leave it here.
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Santa Cruz Sentinel - Discover Santa Cruz, CA
Details for 0006541268-01
LRDP.UCSC.EDU
Notice of AvAilAbility
eNviroNmeNtAl impAct report
UC Santa Cruz 2021 Long Range Development Plan
project location:
UC Santa Cruz Main Residential Campus (1156 High Street) &
Westside Research Park (2300 Delaware Avenue), Santa Cruz
Draft eir public review period
Thursday, January 7 to Monday, March 8, 2021
Pursuant to the State of California Public Resources Code (PRC) 21091 (a) and the Guidelines for the
Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines), the University of California,
Santa Cruz (UC Santa Cruz) has released for public review a Draft EIR for the UC Santa Cruz 2021 Long
Range Development Plan (LRDP).
UC Santa Cruz is considering adoption of the 2021 LRDP, which would replace the 2005 LRDP and
would guide the physical development of new academic, housing, and support uses necessary to
achieve the campus' mission. The LRDP establishes a land use framework for, academic and
administrative space needs, housing, open space, circulation and other land uses that ultimately
facilitate the appropriate siting of capital projects. All UC campuses are required to prepare a Long
Range Development Plan to guide physical campus development.
The 2021 LRDP campus population forecast is 28,000 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) students1
and 5,000 FTE faculty and staff. To accommodate the projected increase in campus population, the 2021
LRDP proposes to add 8,500 student housing beds, approximately 550 employee housing units, and
approximately 3,100,000 assignable square feet (ASF) of academic and administrative building space.
The 2021 LRDP land use plan supports potential growth on the UC Santa Cruz main residential campus
(located at 1156 High Street) and the Westside Research Park located at 2300 Delaware Avenue in the
City of Santa Cruz.
Environmental Review and Comment
The University of California is the Lead Agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
(PRC, § 21000 et seq.) and has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the LRDP as
required by PRC § 21080.09. The Draft EIR has been released for a 60-day review period, beginning
on thursday, January 7, 2021 and concluding on monday, march 8, 2021.
During the public review period, copies of the Draft EIR are available at the following locations for review:
online: https://lrdp.ucsc.edu/
Written comments on the Draft EIR will be accepted anytime during the EIR review period. All
comments should be submitted no later than monday, march 8, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Please state
"lrDp eir comments" in the subject line, and send your electronic responses via email to:
eircomment@ucsc.edu or written responses via U.S. mail to the following address:
Erika Carpenter
Physical Planning, Development, and Operations
1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Email: eircomment@ucsc.edu
public meeting: As a result of the expanding outbreak of COVID-19 and resulting restrictions placed
on in-person gatherings throughout California, UC Santa Cruz will host an online public session to
receive comments on the Draft EIR, rather than an in-person event. The online public session will be
hosted on Wednesday, february 3, 2021 and thursday, february 4, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Information about how to participate in the meeting can be found here: https://lrdp.ucsc.edu/
If you have questions regarding this NOA, request accommodation for the public meetings and/or
would like to request a USB/flash drive of the Draft EIR, please contact Erika Carpenter at
escarpen@ucsc.edu or (831) 212-0187.
Hazardous materials/Waste on-Site: The State of California maintains the linked EnviroStor and
Geotracker databases of known contamination sites pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5.
Based on the information gathered from these databases, no sites located within the LRDP area are
actively under evaluation, remediation, or verification monitoring.
An FTE student is (1) an undergraduate student who enrolls for 45 credit hours per academic year; or (2) a graduate student
(master's level or doctoral student not yet advanced to candidacy) enrolled in 36 hours per year; or (3) a graduate doctoral student
who has been advanced to candidacy. This does not include students studying at locations other than the main residential campus
and the Westside Research Park.
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To mark the first meetings of the United Nations General Assembly and the Security Council which took place in London, a United Nations slogan was used at London Post Offices from December, 1945 to January 1946.
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I have searched for solutions, but haven't found anything. How can I fix this problem or is there another library that is better suited for this?
Here is the error I get:

Uncaught (in promise) TypeError: Failed to execute 'createObjectURL' on 'URL': No function was found

Here is my code:
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      <title>Document</title>
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     </head>

     <body>
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     </body>

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"Mommy, the leaves are falling off of my tree."
"I see that. Hmmmmm. I wonder why. What do you think?"
"I think they are falling so that I can vacuum them up."
"Mommy, the leaves are falling off my tree like they do outside."
"Oh, that's right. That's a great comparison. I wonder why they do that."
"You think it might be because the season are changing and the leaves are dying, so they fall off the trees?"
"Yeah, the leaves are dead. Dead and crunchy. Mommy, we need to make another tree."
"I think that's a great idea. Would you like to make another Fall tree or something different."
"Sounds good to me. What should we use?"
"Let's look out the window. Do you see anything that looks like a Christmas tree outside."
"Yes, Mommy, there are lots and lots of Christmas trees in our back yard."
I LOVE HOW HIS FALL TREE HAS EVOLVED INTO SO MANY MORE DISCOVERIES. SEVERAL PEOPLE HAVE ASKED IF WE APPLIED MORE CONTACT PAPER ON TOP OF THE TREE TO PROLONG ITS LIFE....WE DIDN'T.....IT WAS HIS PROJECT AND I LET IT BE AS IT WAS. I'M GLAD I DID BECAUSE IT WAS A CATALYST TO THIS ACTIVITY, LOTS OF DIALOGUE, AND EVEN MORE FUN!
My son and I ventured into the back yard with pruning scissors and I assisted while he cut branches off of the cedar trees. We found out very quickly that they DO NOT stick to contact paper. We decided just to use gems. He asked me to join in play with him this time....on several occasions. I would stick on some gems and periodically ask him to help me find a great place to put them - "Where do you think this one should go?"
Love this, the possibilities are endless. Definitely going to try this with my little guy.
I'm a ne follower and I love your blog! I have a 2 1/2 year old and a 1 month old so I'm always looking for new fun activities to do with them.
Love this! Does the contact paper pull off the window nice and clean - with no residue left behind?
The contact paper is sticky side OUT....its tapes to the window with packaging tape and when I pulled it off it came off easily with no residue.
Where do you buy your gems? I have gone to a few places but they are so expensive and you don't get very many.


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Puddle of Mudd Singer Wes Scantlin Arrested
By Angelina Bouc on July 24, 2013 1 Comment
Wes Scantlin singer from 'Puddle of Mud' was arrested. Again. This is a different charge from the domestic violence arrest Scatlin was charged for just in May. Reportedly per 'TMZ', the handcuff happy singer took a buzz saw to his neighbor's property.
Scantlin is seemingly making 2013 his year of the big capture by the 5-0. The 'Drain & Die' singer has hit on rocky paths as of late. After a messy divorce, reports surfaced of him owing the IRS and state department of Tax over $60,000 in unpaid taxes. Next he was busted and charged with cocaine possession, and following that, his ex-wife Jessica Nicole Smith reported Scantlin stole her car. Right after that event, in a troubling matter in early May, he was arrested after calls reported to police the disturbed singer was forcibly grabbing and pulling his ex-wife towards a vehicle.
Now, Scantlin has been arrested again. Sources state to 'TMZ' the singer has been having a not so friendly neighbor dispute. In the heat of the moment, the 'Puddle of Mud' singer lashed out angrily and waywardly with a buzz saw on the neighbor's property. After an immediate call to 9-1-1, the boys in blue arrived on scene and promptly arrested the 41-year-old singer for felony vandalism.
More details will be released over the next few days. If the target was the neighbor rather than property, the charges can get bumped to attempted murder. It seems the once bright stars are quickly diminishing by their own hand of destruction.
The rock group remained strong in the early 2000s winning Best Single, Modern Rock Artist, Rock Artist of the Year and Modern Rock Track of the Year all in 2002. The group seemed aimed to please the genre for years to come. The last record released was in 2010 with the popular 'Best of Puddle of Mud' which held a collection of some of the best songs from the group. The bandmates eventually parted ways in 2011, obviously leaving Scantlin to other illegal mischief.
Jessica Nicole Smith said "I Do" to the lyrical frontman in 2008. In the late spring of 2011, the divorce was finalized and Scantlin began a downward spiral that continues today. In June 2013 the band collaborated to headline a comeback event titled 'Party in The Park' in Rochester, New York. The event was canceled when Scantlin failed to arrive. Rumors then suggested he merely had 'travel issues.' The tickets while inexpensive to some, cost fans upwards of $5 and were non-refundable and non-replaceable.
The band gave no reason or apology and neither did Scantlin. This classless move provided an easy route for fans to dismiss the once popular rock sensation. The next show the group is to headline is the 'Utica Music and Arts Fest' in September of this year. It is a full two-day music extravaganza. This will be Scantlin's make it or break it appearance for his group and his lingering fans.
Of course this can also change after today's arrest of the 'Blurry' singer. Sources suggest the charges can increase depending on the damages reviewed by the investigation and the harm, if any, his neighbor was in during the buzz saw attack.
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denise January 11, 2014 at 3:15 pm
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Los Angeles Rams vs. Cincinnati Bengals: Super Bowl 56 Preview
The Los Angeles Rams are the 4.5-point favorites to beat the Cincinnati Bengals at Super Bowl 56 on Sunday. Can they cover that spread?
Date: Sunday, February 13, at 6.30pm EST
TV: NBC
Location: SoFi Stadium
Weather: Warm, mostly sunny, with 9mph wind
Rams Enjoy Home Advantage
The Rams will become only the second team in history to play a Super Bowl in their home stadium. Last year, the Buccaneers held home advantage when the Super Bowl was played in Tampa Bay, and they swept aside the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Rams will now bid to follow suit. They were not always the most convincing team in the regular season, but they managed to finish top of an extremely competitive NFC West Division with a 12-5 record. Their best performances came on the road, where they went 7-2 straight-up, and they were 5-3 at SoFi Stadium.
Yet the Rams tore the Arizona Cardinals apart in the Wild Card Round in Inglewood. They then went on the road to face the Bucs in Tampa. They were the clear underdogs, but they battled to a 30-27 win.
Their reward was a home game against another divisional rival, the San Francisco 49ers. The Rams had lost to the 49ers twice in the regular season, but they finally overcame that hoodoo with a 20-17 win. They have now won eight of their last nine games, and the only defeat in that stretch came in overtime against the Niners.
Bengals Revel in Underdog Status
Cincinnati began the season as a +7500 outsider to win the Super Bowl. Yet the Bengals made a mockery of those odds by finishing top of the AFC North with a 10-7 record and then beating the Raiders, the Titans and the Chiefs in the playoffs.
They were expected to beat the Raiders, but they were huge underdogs against the Titans and the Chiefs. After all, Tennessee was the No. 1 seed in the AFC, while Kansas City had won the conference championship for the past three years.
Yet Cincinnati reveled in its status as the underdog. Second-year QB Joe Burrow has been sensational, as has Ja'Marr Chase, while a defense led by Trey Hendrickson was very impressive against the Titans and in the second half of the conference championship game against the Chiefs.
The Bengals' defense will have to be at its very best to contain a star-studded Rams offense led by Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. Yet the best player on the field may well be Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald, who will aim to make life very difficult for Joe Burrow and co.
Super Bowl Trends
Super Bowl favorites are 35-20 straight up over the last 55 years. However, seven underdogs have prevailed in the past 10 years, and underdogs are 14-7 in the 21st century. Favorites are 28-25-2 ATS in Super Bowl history.
The NFC is currently 28-27 ahead against the AFC since the Super Bowl began.
The team with the weakest regular season record has won the Super Bowl in 13 of the last 15 years.
The Bengals are 13-7 ATS this season, and they are 3-0 ATS in the playoffs.
The Rams are 5-5 ATS at home this season, and 2-5 ATS in their last seven home games. In total, the Rams are 10-10 ATS.
Over/under is 10-9-1 for the Rams this season, and 5-5 at SoFi Stadium. Over/under was 8-8-1 for the Bengals during the regular season, and 2-6 on the road. It is 2-1 in the playoffs. Over/under is 27-27-1 in Super Bowl history.
The Rams and the Bengals both scored an average of 27.1 points per game during the regular season. The Rams allowed 21.9 points per game, and the Bengals allowed 22.1 points, leaving them 15th and 17th in the league respectively.
The Rams opened as the 3.5-point favorites for this game. However, the line has now moved to 4.5 points after the Rams proved to be a popular pick. Now that the line has moved, DraftKings reports that 56% of the handle has gone on Cincy to cover. It added that 55% of bets have been placed on over in the total points market, with the line at 48.5 points, while 64% of moneyline bets have gone on the Bengals.
FanDuel is offering a market leading +100 on the Rams -4.5, while Caesars Sportsbook has -110 on the Rams -4. If you like the Bengals, DraftKings has -105 on the Bengals +4, and BetMGM and PointsBet have -110 on the Bengals -4.5. Caesars has a best price of -190 on the Rams to win on the moneyline, while DraftKings has +170 on the Bengals.
You will find thousands of prop bets on Super Bowl 56. Caesars Sportsbook is the best destination for anyone seeking props, as it has more than 2,000 for you to choose from. However, it also pays to shop around for your odds, so check out the likes of FanDuel, DraftKings and BetRivers too.
Best Super Bowl Promotions
FanDuel will allow new customers to bet $5 on either team to win the game at boosted odds of 56/1, which is +5600. If successful, you will get $280 in cash.
DraftKings will let you bet $5 at +5600 too, but the winnings are paid in site credit as opposed to cash.
Caesars Sportsbook will give $300 in free bet credit to anyone that bets $20 on Super Bowl 56. The funds will be divided into six free bets, each worth $50, issued within 72 hours of the Super Bowl.
Ja'Marr Chase has been magnificent for the Bengals in recent weeks, so a price of -110 on him to go over 80.5 receiving yards at DraftKings looks very appealing, as does the +100 on him to score a TD.
Kupp is the Rams' main dangerman, but his prop totals are high. A bet on Beckham Jr. to manage over 5.5 receptions at +120 looks appealing. He caught six passes against the Bucs and then nine passes for 113 yards against the 49ers, so he is becoming more integral to this offense, and he should flourish against a Cincinnati pass rush defense that has underwhelmed this season.


You should feel pretty good the morning following your surgery. Most women, though not "back to normal" report some fatigue but generally are not experiencing any significant pain or soreness. Your bleeding should be improved compared to the previous day. There is no "typical bleeding pattern" from this point onwards but most women will be changing pads every 1 ½ to 2 hours for the first 24-48 hours.
You will have an appointment for your first postoperative day. Here's what you can expect.
We will perform an ultrasound to establish a "baseline" of what your uterus looks like 24 hours after surgery. You will have a "hematometra" – however this is an expected finding at this time and will disappear over the next few months.
I will review your findings and answer specific questions regarding your expectations.
Your first postoperative visit in 2 weeks following your surgery. This does not necessarily apply to our out of town patients.
Your second postoperative visit 3-4 months following your surgery. If you are traveling from a considerable distance we will make specific recommendations for you.
Fairly rapid return to full activity, including exercise, within 48 hours from your surgery.
Return to sexual activity within 3 weeks following surgery. This is highly variable, however, and should be discussed individually.


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Cops: Arkansas Officer Arrested for Making Up Story About Being Shot During Traffic Stop
News 6:07 PM PST, November 3, 2015 - Deborah Hastings
6:07 PM PST, November 3, 2015 - Deborah Hastings
A police officer in Arkansas who claimed he was shot during a traffic stop has been arrested after admitting to colleagues that he shot himself and staged the crime scene, authorities said.
His claim had prompted a massive manhunt, police said.
Actor is Shot in the Groin During 'Old West' Gunfight Re-Enactment
David Houser, 50, was taken into custody by Arkansas State Police on Tuesday after turning himself in, police said. He was held on suspicion of filing a false police report and was later released on bail, according to the Lonoke County Sheriff's Office.
Houser, who worked for the England Police Department, had reported on Oct. 24 that he exchanged gunfire with a suspect who fled in a SUV, authorities said. He said he had been shot, but the bullet did not pierce his protective vest, police said.
"It's every chief's worst nightmare to get a call that your officer has been shot or involved in a shooting," England Police Chief Nathan Cook told Arkansas Online. "To investigate and find out it's self-inflicted just puts a whole different spin on it."
73-Year-Old Volunteer Cop Who Shot Unarmed Black Man By Accident Turns Himself In
The more officers investigated, the more it became clear that certain details didn't match up, Cook said, according to the Associated Press. "Details of his story were inconsistent. We went after it as if we were going after someone who had just tried to kill an officer."
On Monday, Cook said he fired Houser, who had been with the department since October 2013. Cook said the officer admitted to shooting himself and throwing shell casings around the alleged crime scene.
The bullet grazed Houser's vest. He was not hurt, police said.
"I'm not a doctor, so I can't speculate why this happened. I know he's had some personal losses lately. We just hope he gets the help he needs," Cook said.
Houser does not have an attorney, the wire service reported.
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China hold their nerve to win FIBA 3x3 Women's Series final in Italy
By Ned Payne
World champions China won the fifth International Basketball Federation 3x3 Women's Series event of the season following a nerve-jangling final against Spain.
Spain, China and Canada undefeated after first day of FIBA 3x3 Women's Series in Italy
Spain, world champions China and Canada notched two wins apiece on the opening day of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 Women's Series in Italian town Lignano.
Italy set to stage fifth event of FIBA 3x3 Women's Series
By Liam Morgan
Italy head coach Angela Adamoli has admitted she is expecting a competitive tournament when Lignano hosts the latest leg of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 Women's Series this weekend.
France claim overtime victory to win FIBA 3x3 Women's Series in Ekaterinburg
European champions France secured a dramatic overtime victory over Russia to win the latest leg of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 Women's Series in Ekaterinburg.
France make early impact in FIBA 3x3 Women's Series in Ekaterinburg
By Mike Rowbottom
France arrived at the fourth stop of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 Women's Series in Ekaterinburg with something to prove, having been surprisingly beaten in the semi-finals at the last leg on their home turf of Poitiers at the weekend.
Sixth seeds Czech Republic beat World Cup and European champions en route to FIBA 3x3 Women's Series win in Poitiers
Sixth seeds Czech Republic won the third stop of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 Women's Series 2019 in French city Poitiers.
Russia show dominance to retain men's 3x3 basketball title at Minsk 2019
By Nancy Gillen at Palova Arena in Minsk
Russia were dominant in their men's 3x3 basketball final against Latvia to earn their second successive European Games title here.
United States men and China women claim first ever FIBA 3x3 World Cup titles
By Matthew Smith
There are new names on both the men's and women's trophies at the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 World Cup after United States and China won the competition for the very first time in Amsterdam.
Serbia continue dominance in men's 3x3 World Cup as Hungary women progress in dramatic style
Reigning men's champions Serbia are through to the semi-finals of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 World Cup at Museumsquare in Amsterdam.
Defending champions Serbia and Italy through to quarter finals of FIBA 3x3 World Cup
Both the men's and women's reigning champions have made it through to the knockout stage of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 World Cup in Amsterdam.
Puerto Rico and China enjoy day three of FIBA 3x3 World Cup in Amsterdam
Puerto Rico's men and China's women dominated the third day of competition at the International Basketball Federation 3x3 World Cup 2019 in Amsterdam.
Serbian champions' 15-win run ended by United States in FIBA 3x3 World Cup
Serbia suffered a shock defeat as they opened their defence of the men's title on day two of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 World Cup at Amsterdam, being beaten for the first time by the United States.
Mongolia and Poland make perfect starts in men's FIBA 3x3 World Cup while women's top seeds China lay down a marker
The International Basketball Federation 3x3 World Cup got under way today with plenty of absorbing action in Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
Serbia and Italy prepare to defend crowns at 2019 FIBA 3x3 World Cup
Serbia and Italy will defend their titles at the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) 3x3 World Cup due to begin tomorrow in Amsterdam.
Guapo on fire as France claim FIBA 3x3 Women's Series title in Turin
By Patrick O'Kane
Laetitia Guapo starred for France as they thrashed hosts Italy 19-6 to win the second leg of the International Basketball Federation 3x3 Women's Series in Turin.
Transgender weightlifter Hubbard beats home favourites at Samoa 2019 after driving incident revealed


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Why do you not say "Ja jem jabłko i chleb"? Can you say it either way and it means the same thing?
Yes, you can drop pronouns in Polish. The form of the verb will tell you who's performing the action.
In most situations, it's more idiomatic to omit the pronoun. Both are correct.
How do you type the letters with the accents?
Right alt + the basic letter, on the Polish keyboard. ź is under Alt+X.