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Neuroscientist Dr. Merel Kindt has discovered a cure for phobias using common medication. It's a brief but intense exposure to the patient's fear, followed by taking a single pill. 24 hours later, the fear is gone. From animal phobias to PTSD, the potential impact is both profound and dazzlingly complex. A Cure for Fear goes inside Dr. Kindt's radical treatments as she explores the ethically treacherous grounds of curing our most human ailment.
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Lana story produced several short films for National Geographic EXPLORER, cable television's longest-running documentary series, which presents a mix of entertaining, illuminating, and surprising investigative stories from all over the world, along with in-depth interviews and provocative roundtable discussions.
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Save the National Memorial to the Few
by Patrick Tootal in Capel Le Ferne, England, United Kingdom
On 17th August 2020 we successfully raised £28,850 ( + est. £5404.00 Gift Aid ) with 817 supporters in 56 days
We urgently need to continue telling the tale of who won the Battle of Britain in 1940 and teach future generations about their courage.
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Save the National Memorial to the Few!
The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust cares for the National Memorial to the Few, a clifftop tribute to the men who fought the Battle of Britain in 1940. Despite its name, the National Memorial receives not a single penny in public money, either from central or local government.
This Crowdfunder aims to help redress that balance and support this vital charity. We are aware, though, that not everyone is happy with online donations. For those people, we are both happy and grateful to accept cheques made payable to The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust CIO. They should be sent to The Secretary, c/o PO Box 337, West Malling, Kent ME6 9AA.
As well as looking after the site and preserving the memory of the fewer-than 3,000 men who saved this country from invasion, the Trust is committed to telling their story and educating young people about the bravery and sacrifice of the men Churchill called 'the Few'.
The volunteers who make up the Trust have worked hard over the past 30 years, firstly to erect the Memorial to those who fought so bravely for our freedom and, since then, to develop the site and the experience it offers. A replica Hurricane and Spitfire, the Christopher Foxley-Norris Memorial Wall and, more recently, The Wing, a modern visitor centre featuring The Scramble Experience, have all been added.
Now, though, their efforts to remember the Few and teach young people about this important part of the nation's history face a major setback, with the COVID-19 pandemic having a huge impact on the charity.
Until today (17 July), The Wing and the car park were closed to visitors because of the pandemic. It has left the Trust, which faces running costs of some £240,000 a year, with no income and a funding gap of around £80,000. The shop was shut, The Scramble Experience was shut, the café was shut and the car park was shut. It has now, cautiously, reopened, but faces an uphill task to replace that lost income.
In this short video, our Young Ambassador, Jacob Jennings explains why you should carry on donating to this crowdfunder:
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Even in a good year, the Trust relies on donations and a 'Friends of the Few' membership scheme, together with talks and special events, to make up the difference between those income streams and its outgoings. Now, although the Trust has worked hard to keep the outside features of the site open, including the clifftop Memorial, so that visitors on foot can pay their respects, every event has been cancelled.
Given the setbacks and challenges facing the men of the Royal Air Force during the Battle of Britain, the Trust has been determined to fight on during the battle against the coronavirus. It has organised Facebook Live events from the site, created lockdown material for families to enjoy and kept supporters on board with the latest developments.
The situation, though, is bleak. Even if the Memorial is allowed to open in mid-July it is very unlikely that the number of visitors would generate enough to cover this year's running costs – and preparing the site to open safely has itself generated extra costs.
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Battle of Britain Propeller Lapel Pin
Make a donation of £15 and receive a free Battle of Britain Memorial Trust lapel pin. Our three-bladed 'Mk 1 Spitfire' propeller pins were given as gifts to the Few at a commemorative event on the 70th anniversary in 2010. This is your chance to wear one with pride.
Estimated delivery: 15th Sep 2020
Become a 'Spitfire' Friend – With Free Pin
Our Friend of the Few membership scheme has two levels. Spitfire membership is designed for those who live further away and are unable to take advantage of some of the site benefits but who still want to support the Trust. Join now to get all the membership benefits – including back copies of our unique 1940 magazine - and we'll add a free Friends of the Few lapel pin.
Sponsor a Name on the Memorial Wall
Fewer than 3,000 RAF aircrew took part in the Battle of Britain, their names carved in the black granite of the Christopher Foxley-Norris Memorial Wall at Capel-le-Ferne. For just £40 you can sponsor the name of your choice, a unique tribute that will also support the charity. In return we'll send you the official record of your aircrew as listed in Men of the Battle of Britain, sent in a presentation folder – with a free Friends of the Few pin.
Become a 'Hurricane' Friend – With Free Pin
Our Friend of the Few membership scheme has two levels. Hurricane membership is designed for those who live closer to the site and can take advantage of the many discounts and other benefits on offer as well as doing their bit to support the Trust. Join now to get all the membership benefits – including back copies of our unique 1940 magazine - and we'll add a free Friends of the Few lapel pin.
£100 or more
A Private Guided Tour with Refreshments
For a donation of £100, you and a friend will enjoy a personal guided tour of the Battle of Britain Memorial site on the clifftops at Capel-le-Ferne, followed by a visit to The Scramble Experience in The Wing and complimentary light refreshments. You will be told the story of the Memorial and the other features at the site, together with some fascinating tales of the Few who fought the Battle of Britain in 1940.
Estimated delivery: 31st Dec 2021

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Tour request forms are available at the Children's Department desk. Tour requests for schools, day cares, boy/girl scout groups may also be submitted by phone (216-5820) or by e-mail to (cnewman@harlingenlibrary.com).
Group tours are primarily given in the mornings.
A regular tour generally runs between 30 – 45 minutes and consists of viewing the entire library or requested sections.
A minimum of 1 chaperone per 10 children is required.
Tours should be scheduled 30 days in advance.
Summer tours are not guaranteed to be accommodated especially for groups larger than 25 due to the Summer Reading Program schedule.
Puppet shows, crafts, or stories are available but must be requested in advance for children. Based on group size the extra activities will be held in the Children's Auditorium or Library Auditorium.


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Faith is a book seeking to prove the existence of God. Apart from this, the very important question, who then is God, that automatically follows is here answered.
The importance of the question as to whether or not God exists cannot be over emphasised. It is therefore imparative to seek to know him and follow him. This book seeks helps the doubter, confused, and/or seeking man to find his God.
Moses Ayomikun Oladipupo is a writer who had loved telling stories from his early childhood. His love for telling stories saw him do a lot of comics as a child. Later in life, when exposed to the use of computer, in his early teens, his love for telling stories saw him become a 3D Animator. Today he is the CEO of Crystal Frames (www.crystalframes.com.ng), a 3D animation, design, and publishing enterprise. He is finding a lot of fulfilment in writing.
He is an ardent lover of hymns and classic music especially those of Handel, J.S. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Pachelbel. He had a dream of becoming a footballer as a teenager, a dream which he now considers farfetched. He still finds time once in a while to play football with friends. He therefore enjoys playing football, watching football, and playing football games especially Pro Evolution Soccer.
Most of his free time is spent reading books from a wide range genre, whether it is history, Christian, stories, etc. He enjoys reading while on transit. While on transit, he puts an ear-piece in his ears, and listening to a silent music drowns the noise and is soon surrounded by the scenes of his novel.
He is the author of a number of books with many others yet to be published. His Christian convictions forms a major bulk of his writings. Apart from his books, he has written several articles. Visit his website; www.ayomikun.com.ng.


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Creative non-fiction class prepares for open reading
Luis Martinez, Entertainment Editor
Students of an advanced creative nonfiction class will be performing some of their written work from in a public literary reading.
The reading is titled "The Ghost of the Writer's Present" and will take place at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday in 7th Street Underground.
The course is taught by Charlotte Pence, an assistant English professor, and will feature original works from students in the course.
McKenzie Dial, a graduate English student, will be one of the performers who will be giving a reading on Wednesday.
"The Ghost of The Writer's Present is a creative nonfiction reading directed by Dr. Charlotte Pence's Advance Creative Nonfiction course," Dial said. "The reading will feature the work of John Brown, Andrew McCue, Hillary Fuller, Cayla Wagner, Ty Noel, Lisa Rhodes, and myself, all of whom are students enrolled in the course."
Dial said the reading was created as a way to help showcase the talent of the student writers in the creative writing department.
"Throughout the semester, students improve their craft and develop longer works of creative nonfiction," Dial said. "The end-of-the-semester reading is a way to display student work and give the writers an opportunity to engage with the broader EIU community."
Cayla Wagner, a graduate history student and another student in the course, said the idea for the theme of the reading came from the popular Christmas play, "A Christmas Carol."
"The Ghost of the Writer's Present is the theme for Dr. Pence's advanced nonfiction class, as a play on the Ghost of Christmas Past from 'A Christmas Carol,'" Wagner said. Present is used instead of past because most of our readings are given from the 'I' perspective."
Wagner said besides the holiday-themed name, the reading itself would not be holiday themed.
"Each semester, creative writing classes put on a class reading to the public to share the creative works written throughout the semester," Wagner said. "It's an act of celebration to celebrate the end of the semester and the works students have written. Plus, it's just a nice way to unwind at the end of the year."
Only seven students from the advanced creative nonfiction writing class will be allowed to give readings.
Each of the students will read one nonfiction story they wrote for class and they will have five minutes to perform their readings.
"It started in classroom workshops at the beginning of the semester," Wagner said. "Students have had the chance to be critiqued by their peers and edit their work all semester long."
Luis Martinez can be reached 581-2812 or [email protected]
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My name is Luis Martinez and I am a senior journalism major. I am the current News editor for the Daily Eastern News. I'm a gamer, bookworm, and a...
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In the Key of Genius: The Extraordinary Life of Derek Paravicini
Adam Ockelford
The extraordinary story of the musical genius Derek Paravicini, born blind and with severe learning difficulties, by the music psychologist who has acted as his mentor for the last twenty years.
'In the Key of Genius: The Extraordinary Life of Derek Paravicini' tells the story of one of the most remarkable people you are ever likely to encounter. After being left for dead when he was born four months premature, blind and with severe learning difficulties, Derek started to teach himself the piano. When Adam Ockelford encountered him aged 5, he was already playing a wide range of pieces in his own inimitable style. After daily tuition for some years, Derek's first big break came when he was nine, playing jazz with the Royal Philharmonic Pops at the Barbican. Concerts in the UK and Europe followed, and international media attention, most recently with three appearances on the '60 Minutes' show in the US. To find out the latest news about Derek, including recordings and concert appearances, please visit his website at www.derekparavicini.net.
Author: Adam Ockelford
Published Year: 2007
UK: Hutchinson
Professor Adam Ockelford is Director of the Applied Music Research Centre at the University of Roehampton in London. He trained as a musician at the Royal Academy of Music in the 1970s before developing an interest in music psychology. One of his main areas of research is in children with special music abilities or needs - particularly those on the autism spectrum - and he and Derek Paravicini, the musical 'savant' with whom Adam has worked for over 30 years, have a renowned TED talk to their name: https://www.ted.com/talks/derek_paravicini_and_adam_ockelford_in_the_key_of_genius. Adam is i...
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"An extraordinary story of a troubled child who found his metier."
"A moving account of an incredibly gifted pianist"
"Nobody can really 'know' Paravicini since he is locked in his own world ... What Ockelford demonstrates is that it is possible to make such an insular world fulfilling, and the contemplation of this can touch the rest of us. That, in itself, is a considerable achievement."
"Ockelford tells his story well. No one else ... could have explained Derek in quite the same way."
Story of musical genius optioned 03 Nov 2017
Adam Ockelford's In the Key of Genius: The Extraordinary Life of Derek Paravicini has been optioned by producer and writer team Daniel Persitz and Devon Kliger.


Should Developers be required to Include Parking?
As anyone who has accidentally been involved in a fight to the death over the last spot in a shopping mall parking lot can attest, nothing in America is more important than parking. In rapidly growing cities, parking is one of the battle lines where newcomers face off against established residents.
Many cities in America require developers to include parking for residents when building new housing. I suppose the rationale is that parking is an important part of the greater transportation infrastructure and developers have a responsibility to provide parking for their residents, and not let them simply fight for local street parking spots.
Forcing developers to provide parking, does not make that parking free, It just shifts the cost from parkers to residents. Parking requirements mean that land must be used to house cars rather than people. This eats up land, reduces the amount of housing that can be built, and subsequently raises the cost of housing. These costs are significant. Space restrictions add up to $500 to a month's rent, according to one study. Another found that a single parking space per unit raises housing costs by 12.5% a year, and two, 25%.
Automobiles are subsidized in numerous ways. Perhaps the largest way, is the construction of roads and highways, for example the interstate system cost about $120 Billion. Nearly all roads are funded by taxation, partially because it is hard to charge for road use, partially because a bunch of people can use a road at the same time, and partially because most governments believe in providing transportation infrastructure.
Not terribly related, but this subway style interstate map is excellent.
Parking is one of the very few pieces of transportation infrastructure that could be left pretty much completely to the market. It is very easy, once you acquire a tow truck, to stop people who have not paid from using a parking spot. Parking spaces cannot be shared like roads can, the most cars that can occupy a parking space at any given time is 1. While mandating parking is a way of subsidizing transportation, cars surely get sufficient (if not massively excessive) subsidies in all kinds of other ways.
If residents desire parking, they should have to pay for it. Residents who don't need parking shouldn't be forced to subsidize the parking costs of those who do. Parking requirements are also regressive. Since poorer families spend a greater percentage of their income on housing, and typically own fewer cars, a policy that raises housing costs and lowers the cost of car ownership is exactly the opposite of what we should be doing.
This guy is better at his job than all of the PSH's contributors. Although that is an admittedly low bar.
The parking we do add is not worth it. Developers who add parking due to these requirements, often charge residents for it. Often they cannot charge enough to make it worthwhile. Many residents opt to not pay for parking, and instead try their luck with street instead. If the required parking was worthwhile, residents would be willing to pay the cost of providing it. It isn't, and they don't.
In most of the fights, such as this one in Seattle, around the issue. The resentment comes largely from current residents who are concerned about losing "their" easy access to street parking. Frustration with change is understandable, especially if you've had a good thing going. Parking is not by nature free, and current residents sense of entitlement is a poor policy guide.
Since this is America, cars remain the default transportation option. Not mandating the construction of parking is not equivalent to not building parking. Developers will often include parking, even when they don't have to. In Denver, in the decade after the city relaxed its mandate to provide parking in new residential buildings, there was exactly one building built that did not include parking.
Parking and driving become less necessary the better the non-driving alternatives are, and cities should work to expand these options. However, mandating the construction of parking is a mistake, even where public transport options are weak, and increasing public transit should not be a prerequisite to removing these regulations.
Mandating developers provide parking is bad policy. It raises the cost of housing, unnecessarily subsidies the cost of driving, and hurts the poor. Fortunately, city governments are realizing this. Seattle is expanding the areas where developers do not have to build parking, and making it easier to rent parking spaces. This is progress.
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 I thought this was a joke, and then I googled "Parking Space fight". It isn't a joke.
 These people are moore commonly referred to as "drivers".
 Of course there is a limit to how many people can use a road. This is typically called a "traffic jam" or "I-5".
 This isn't true for all cars.
 They hurt the poor more than the wealthy.
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What a wonderful going to bed surprise.
I totally agree. Maybe next you could explain why parking at Cherry Creek Mall was never "free" either.
Because you had to go to the Cherry Creek Mall and purchase expensive things?


The iPhone 7 model numbers can be found on this page. These are the US model and some international model number as well. The list keeps getting bigger and bigger as Apple releases more colors. This year we have 2 new colors. The colors include: Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, and Rose Gold. The Jet Black version is only available in 128GB and 256GB options.
If you know part numbers for the iPhone 7 in different countries please contact me or leave a comment below and I will try and update the list. Thanks!
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By now, you should have seen the potential of investing in real estate. Many people take this opportunity for many reasons. Apart from the growing market, this is one of those investments you don't need to get too involved with the "process". The only question is: How or when do you start pulling the trigger?
Just like any other investment, location is a big factor in real estate. Whether it's a house and lot, apartment, condominium, or commercial units, you need to be hands-on when choosing a location. Keep in mind that this is your main selling point. Always put yourself in the buyer's perspective. Why do you need to buy or rent a property in this particular area? What are the advantages and disadvantages? These are some of the fundamental questions you should figure out before making a decision.
Whether it's a business investment or for personal reasons, accessibility is always on top of the list. When doing ocular or site visits, don't just focus on the unit or the property. Take some time to go around the area. Are there good schools nearby? Is it accessible to hospitals and local shops?
Other factors you should consider are security and environment. Do more research about the local community. Try to get to know other residents. Bear in mind that people are also going to check these aspects.
One of the advantages of real estate investments is it gives you more options when it comes to your target market. This should also provide more flexibility for your budget. While residential properties are looking good these days, you may also explore opportunities in commercial units.
For smaller investments, you can start with more affordable properties such as apartments or townhouses. You can earn from 10,000 PHP to 30,000 depending on the size and type of the unit. The target market for these properties are usually students, new couples, and young professionals.
If you're aiming for bigger profits, you can go for world-class condominiums or house and lots. With the number of expats going to the Philippines every year, this can be a smart investment. Start looking for a Quezon City condo for sale as this is one of the progressing areas in Metro Manila. With this investment, you may expect to earn about 50,000 PHP to 100,000 PHP or even more on a monthly basis.
In real estate, you need to keep yourself updated. Know more about upcoming projects from well-known developers and contractors. This is the easiest way to find out which properties you should invest in. These professionals should identify the most strategic locations to build their projects.
For condominiums, take advantage of the pre-selling promos. Usually, you can get a unit for a lower price with lower interest rates, which you can sell or have it on lease in time for bigger profits. The only disadvantage of this move is you won't see the final product of your investment. This is why you need to choose a reputable developer.
These are just some of the things you should consider when investing in real estate. Again, always do your research before making a decision.


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Q: sending struct via Qt UDP I am trying to setup two way communication via the QUdpSocket. I am trying to send a struct consisting of a C++ Eigenvector and a double. I have tried serializing into a QByteArray as follows:
MyStruct toSend;
QByteArray buf;
QDataStream s(&buf, QIODevice::WriteOnly);
if (false) s.setByteOrder(QDataStream::LittleEndian);
std::string vec_str = eigenToStr(toSend.vec);
s << (double)toSend.test1 << QString(vec_str.c_str());

Where eigenToStr() converts the Eigenvector to a string.
However, I am unable to read the message on the other end. When I convert back to a string before sending the QByteArray, I get @ffffff. So I assume it's an issue with the QByteArray/QDataStream conversion.
I would appreciate any suggestions as to how I might serialize my struct so that I can send it via UDP.
Thanks!

A: QByteArray and QDataStream  cooperate very well:). If you really want write the raw data to  QDataStream , please use the  method :
int QDataStream::writeRawData(const char * s, int len)

And personally I prefer to overload << way to write user data to QDataStream, such as
QDataStream& operator <<(QDataStream& out,MyStruct & data)

Then probably code looks as :
   MyStruct toSend;
   QByteArray buf;
   QDataStream s(&buf, QIODevice::WriteOnly);
   if (false) s.setByteOrder(QDataStream::LittleEndian);//false ?
   s << toSend;

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High School Principal John Latini described the class of 2008 as a class of thinkers and problem solvers.
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U.S. Assists into Counter-Terror Operations in Central Somalia, Posing Risks Again
By Tres Thomas on July 30, 2017 • ( 0 )
Abdirizak Hussein Tahliil
This week, the United States provided "limited tactical advisory support" in the arrest of five al-Shabaab suspects in the central Somalia town of Galkayo, including a known facilitator named Abdirizak Hussein Tahliil who held a U.S. green card and lived in the U.S. between 2006 and 2009.
The operation was reportedly a "joint" effort between Somali federal intelligence agents with Puntland and Galmudug forces, but the distribution of personnel and command and control structure was unclear.
Abdirizak's brother, a Galmudug politician named Mohamed Hussein Tahliil, and a Galmudug security official blamed Puntland and American forces for the arrest of Abdirizak, who they claimed was "innocent" and just a businessman, according to local reports.
The incident raises questions of whether the U.S. can continue to assist in operations in the area (which has a hotly contested border) without sparking tensions.
Last September, Galmudug alleged Puntland gave the U.S. intentionally inaccurate information that led to an airstrike that killed and injured several Galmudug militiamen.
U.S. air strike hit Galmudug forces
Months later in November, the U.S. admitted its error, but it was only after retaliatory violence between Galmudug and Puntland killed at least 45 people and displaced more than 90,000 people.
In the time since the airstrike, central Somalia politicians like Mohamed Hussein are particularly sensitive to major operations in Galkayo. The international community recently began training a joint Galmudug-Puntland police force in the town, but there's already distrust about the prospect of improved cooperation. Last week, Galmudug's deputy police commander blamed Puntland for failing to arrest suspects who had allegedly committed crimes in Galmudug and fled across the border.
So, if Galmudug believes the U.S. seeks to aid Puntland more than Galmudug in regional operations, this would almost certainly continue undermine efforts to foster better collaboration between the two sides.
What Happens to Abdirizak Hussein Tahliil?
An interesting fact about this arrest is that Abdirizak was sentenced to death by a Puntland military court in 2013 for a possession of explosive material charge in Galkayo during the administration of Mohamed Abdirahman Farole.
However, after a regional election in January 2014, newly elected Puntland regional president Abdiweli Gaas released Abdirizak (after pressure from clan elders) in exchange for a group of Puntlanders who had been kidnapped by a Galmudug militia.
Now that Abdirizak is back in Somali custody, will he return to court on new charges?
On one hand, Gaas has been criticized in the past for a "catch and release" policy with certain al-Shabaab members. And, the Puntland parliament recently passed a no-confidence vote against Gaas' cabinet in part because of its alleged poor performance in the security portfolio. So, Gaas may feel that he needs to show, like he has before, that he can be tough on al-Shabaab.
On the other hand, Tahliil's supporters may see the arrest as a "violation" of the 2014 prisoner exchange, creating motivation either retaliation or decrease in security collaboration. But does the U.S. expect a particular outcome as a result of providing info that contributed to the arrest? If so, how will Somali stakeholders react if it counters their interests? These are the kinds of dynamics that the U.S. must consider when assessing if and how to provide support to Somali forces in a sensitive environment like Galkayo.
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In any large software project, some parts of the code are revised and kept up-to-date more than others.
Conversely, some parts of the code begin to fall behind – the code may be poorly tested, poorly documented, and not always up to best practices.
With that in mind, the following sections describe the important task of software archeology – diving in to older parts of code and bringing them up to date. Whenever editing a file, please keep these in mind.
Add clear documentation for every public function (see Documentation).
Add clear comments on the internal operation of functions so that anyone can read through the code quickly.
If you're not sure what a function does, e-mail the openbabel-devel list and it can be worked out.
Mark functions which should be publicly visible and functions which are only useful internally. Many methods are not particularly useful except inside the library itself.
The current accepted scheme for Open Babel is a default indent of two spaces, and use of spaces instead of tabs.
For tips on changing your editor to use this indentation style, please e-mail the openbabel-devel list.
Delete code which is commented out. The SVN version control system maintains history, so if we need it later, we can go back and get that code. Dead code like this simply makes it harder to read the important code!
Marking areas of code which use OBAtom::GetIdx() or other accesses to atom indexes, which may break when atom indexing changes.
Minimize #if/#endif conditional compilation. Some is required for portability, but these should be minimized where possible. If there seems to be some magic #define which accesses parts of the file, it's probably dead code. As above, dead code makes it harder to maintain and read everything else.
Removing calls to cout, cerr, STDOUT, perror etc. These should use the global error reporting code.
Minimize warnings from compilers (e.g., GCC flags -Wextra -Wall). Sometimes these are innocuous, but it's usually better to fix the problems before they become bugs.
Use static code analysis tools to find potential bugs in the code and remove them.
Insure proper use of atom and bond iterators, e.g., FOR_ATOMS_OF_MOL rather than atom or bond index access, which will break if indexing changes.
Patches and contributions towards any of these tasks will be greatly appreciated.


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This honor is awarded to physicians who have been practicing 10 years or less and have been recognized by their peers as being a trail blazer in their area of expertise.
We are very proud as three of our surgeons (Dr. Lillegard, Dr. Feltis, Dr. Short) are leading surgeons with the Midwest Fetal Care Center, a groundbreaking program that is a partnership of Pediatric Surgical Associates, Children's Minnesota, and Allina Hospitals and Clinics. MWFCC is a national leader in the advancement of caring for fetal abnormalities or conditions in a baby before birth performing life-saving surgeries in-utero. Read more about this amazing program in the news articles linked below.


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The Discovery and Science Behind King Tutankhamun's Ancient Corpse
Mask of King Tutankhamen | Courtesy of National Geographic
Analina Devora
Thanks to modern technology, the examination and research into mummified bodies and artifacts from ancient Egypt have answered many questions for scientists and historians alike. What was the culture of these ancient people? Who were their leaders? And what was the process and purpose of mummification? In the twentieth century, the tomb of King Tutankhamen was discovered, and that discovery has answered many of these questions. Thanks to the discoveries of the Ancient Egyptian's burials of their kings, particularly that of King Tutankhamen, we have learned more and more about the Ancient Egyptian's history and traditions when it comes to laying the dead to rest.
King Tutankhamen's mummified body | Courtesy of National Geographic
Scientists and archaeologists say that King Tutankhamen became king at the very young age of nine. However, he may have been no more than a puppet ruler, and the true power behind the throne was said to belong to a man who may have been related to Tut named Ay. Young Tut was a physically frail youth. Through the examination of his body, scientists have found malformations in his feet, and they suspect that the young man had walked with a cane.1 Though he was depicted as fighting in battles and slaying enemies in drawings on the walls of his tomb, there is no actual evidence that this young man participated in any actual battles. However, scholars believe that these depictions merely represent an extension of Tut's power. It was believed that he married his half-sister, Anthesenpaaton, who was also very young. Though the two had not produced any known heirs, the bodies of two babies were found buried in Tut's tomb. Archaeologists believe these babies may have been the children of young Tut and his queen.2 He reigned during a period of time known as the New Kingdom. At the young age of eighteen, Tut's short life and reign over Ancient Egypt had come to an end. The exact cause of Tut's death remains a mystery; however, scientists believe it may be connected with an infection spread by a broken leg.3
In 1922, the tomb of King Tut was discovered. This finding helped give archaeologists an understanding of the wealth of Egyptian civilization, especially for those living in the upper class. The value of the gold and treasure found in King Tut's tomb, as was the case for treasures found in other areas of ancient Egypt, surpass that of many others discovered from ancient times. It also has given scientists and researchers much insight into the history, tradition, and science behind the process and purpose of mummification.4
Scholars have discovered that mummifying bodies was tied to the ancient Egyptians' belief about the afterlife. Egyptians believed that the body was not just a corpse after death, but a resting place for the soul. Osiris, the god of the resurrection and a very respected god to the Egyptians, would judge the soul of the dead.5 Because the Egyptians believed the soul would move on, King Tut's final resting place was filled with tools and items that the King might need in the afterlife. It contained artifacts such as clothing, musical instruments, jewelry, lamps, chairs, and baskets with food and wine. In addition to the tomb itself, much has been discovered from bodies that were laid to rest so many years ago, including the body of King Tut. The success of the preservation can be accredited to the detail that the ancient Egyptians provided during the process of mummification. Through many years of research and observation, scientists and archaeologists have found that this important practice evolved over time, but it has followed the same basic instructions and procedures.6 After his death, all of Tut's organs were removed from the body, except the heart, and placed into containers called Canopic Jars. Afterwards, Tut's body was then covered in a mixture called natron, which consisted of salts that helped inhibit bacterial activity and dehydrate the body. After a little over a month, the mixture of salts was removed from Tut's body and his cavities were filled with cloth containing resin to give the corpse its shape back. Only after this was the body wrapped with linen, giving it the classic "mummy" appearance. Tut was then placed in a solid gold coffin, and the coffin was then placed in his tomb.7
Traditionally, it was only emperors, kings, and members of the upper class who were mummified, but as time progressed it became a tradition for many members of this ancient society.8
However, because Tut was a king, his resting place was filled with ancient artifacts and treasures in addition to his mummified corpse. Although his reign, and his life, were cut very short, the ancient Egyptians left more than a final resting place for the boy King's soul when they laid him to rest: they left us, the people of the 21st century, with answers.
Phillip A. Mackowiak, Diagnosing Giants:Solving the Medical Mysteries of Thirteen Patients Who Changed the World (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2013), 3. ↵
Salem Press Biographical Encyclopedia, January 2015, s.v. "Tutankhamen," by Donald C. Simmons. ↵
G. Elliot Smith, Tutankhamen and the Discovery of His Tomb (Routledge: Hoboken, 2013), 1. ↵
E. A. Wallis Budge, Egyptian Religion : Egyptian Ideas of the Future Life, Routledge Revival (London: Rutledge, 2013), 41. ↵
Salem Press Encyclopedia of Science, January 2015, s.v. "Mummification," by James L. Robinson ↵
George Hart, Ancient Egypt (New York: DK Publication, 2008), 1. ↵
King Tutankhamen
An Inside Look at the Brahmin Varna
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Elliot Avigael says:
It is amazing to think that Egypt's most famous mummy is only a young boy. When most people think of ancient Egypt, I think King Tut's face is the first image that comes to mind. I believe that scholars have come to the conclusion that Tut was the product of a seriously incestuous relationship between his parents, who were brother and sister; perhaps his short life can be explained by the difficulties that were brought on by the circumstances of his birth.
I also especially enjoyed your attention to detail regarding the Egyptian mummification process.
Jadyn Evans says:
I find the mummification process very intresting. I think that the discovery of King Tut's tomb was fascinating especially from all the data collected that gave better insight into the egyption culture. Studying diffrent tombs and remains gives us better insight and understanding of what life was like for that person so long ago and how it translates to today.
Skyla Bonilla says:
Before reading this article I knew very little about King Tut and the mummification process however I am glad I decided to read this because it was interesting and informational. I enjoyed learning more about King Tuts background and I had no idea he was only a small and fragile boy since everyone made him out to be so strong and powerful. I think it is exciting that people were able to study this Kings tomb and corpse because we were able to experience ancient Egyptian culture which is something that I feel can be very mysterious.
Eric Hernandez says:
This article was very informative about the history of king Tut. Learning about the story of the life of king Tut was very interesting and especially how we were able to pull this information from ancient remains. I also think that this type of studying helps us by studying remains to tell how or when someone has died which can help uncover plenty of unsolved crimes.


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Don't Sleep On Microsoft: How the Tech Corp. Is Re-emerging As a Stronger Brand
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Windows 8 interface (Image: Microsoft)
Thanks to the power of marketing and branding (or the lack thereof), many trend-hopping tech consumers have dismissed brands like Microsoft and opted for the "cooler" types like Apple and Google. (Of course, it doesn't help that Apple has unveiled the iPad 3, new iPad mini, the fourth gen iPad,  iOS 6 and a new MacBook Pro, among other innovations all in one year; Google has rolled out a power player in the 7-inch tablet realm, Nexus 7.)
However, the Windows 8 event at New York's Pier 57 on Thursday along with product announcements over the last few months is evidence that the tech giant is on the come up. With the Windows 8 operating system on the tip of techies' tongues, here are 3 reasons you should pay closer attention to Microsoft:
Surface Tablet with Windows RT Launch
It's only right we start the conversation off with the first tablet ever manufactured by Microsoft. Similar to the full-size iPad, it weighs in at nearly 2 pounds and is 0.4 inches thick. It is, however, wider and thinner in shape. While the tech company is playing catch up, it has several offerings its iPad competitor doesn't have such as a memory-card slot to expand the storage, a USB 2.0 jack and a video output jack. From a keyboard to a hard drive, you can connect nearly any USB device to the Surface. Hands down, an alluring feature is the Touch Cover, a pressure-sensitive, magnetic cover that has embossed keys and a touchpad on the inside. Offered in various colors, it allows consumers to type up to two times faster than onscreen. Each Surface model reportedly has twice the storage space. There are a few downsides, though, such as having a lower battery life than the iPad and no cellular model, just the Wi-Fi version. Available in 32GB without Touch Cover ($499)–and with the cover for an additional $100, the Surface will hit 60 stores across North America beginning at 10 pm EST tonight. The 64GB with Touch Cover retails for $699.99. Separately, the Touch Cover sells for $199.99, and the tactile-feel Type Cover keyboard costs an additional $10.
Greater Availability of Windows 8, Devices Designed for Touch
"From the chip set to the experience, Windows 8 is the next generation of Windows," said Steven Sinofsky, president of Windows and Windows Live, during today's announcement. We'd have to agree, Microsoft is trying to be an active participant at the roundtable with this innovation. Boasting a sleek user interface (think: the new colorful tiles) and wide range of apps, available through the Windows Store, Windows 8 will be featured on over 1,000 certified PCs and tablets. These devices include the Dell XPS 10 convertible, the Acer Aspire S7-391 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13, among others. The one-click access to the apps makes it easy to toggle between your organization tools, photos and games.
Starting at 12:01 am local time worldwide, Windows 8 will be available in two primary versions: Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro. It will also be available for Windows 8 Enterprise for large organizations. Windows 8 will be available for upgrade on existing PCs using Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7. Windows RT, which is designed for ARM-based tablets and comes pre-installed on new devices, will also be available at this time. Visit windows.microsoft.com for exact pricing.
Windows Store Is Now Open
While the details are still somewhat vague, the establishment of an online marketplace designed for apps powered by Intel-based Windows tablets and ARM-based Windows RT tablets is a great addition to the Windows brand. During today's event, it was announced that the store would be available across 231 markets. Only time will tell if this new addition will compare to Apple's App Store or Google Play, but it is launching with more apps in tow than when the dominant marketplaces debuted .
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Janel Martinez
With a focus on news and the under 35 crowd, Martinez develops engaging, daily reports for BlackEnterprise.com. She also pens the blog, After School Daze: Life After Undergrad, where she delves into the day-to-day issues and concerns of recent graduates trying to adapt to life off campus. Prior to Black Enterprise, the Bronx, N.Y. native contributed to Latina, Latina.com, Honeymag.com, Syracuse Record and The Post-Standard. When she's not writing articles, the self-proclaimed travelista is on the prowl for her next excursion. Â Martinez holds a bachelor's degree in magazine journalism and sociology from Syracuse University.


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Inspired Every Morning
Posted on July 25, 2021 by James Scott Bell
"I only write when I'm inspired, and I see to it that I'm inspired at nine o'clock every morning." – Peter De Vries
Anyone who's written for any length of time knows there are times when the writing flows like the Colorado rapids. You whoop it up and enjoy the ride.
Sisyphus, Franz Stuck (1920)
Then there are times when it feels like you're Sisyphus halfway up the mountain. You grunt and groan. But you keep pushing that boulder, because you know that writing as a vocation or career requires the consistent production of words.
What's helped me in the Sisyphus times are writing quotes I've gathered over the years. I go to my file and read a few until I'm ready, as it were, to roll.
I've even contributed a couple of quotes that have found some purchase in cyberspace. The one that seems most widespread is this:
"Write like you're in love. Edit like you're in charge."
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There are, however, some writing quotes that are oft shared but were never said…or are misattributed. Two of them have been hung on Ernest Hemingway.
"Write drunk. Edit sober." Nope, he never said that. Indeed, it would have horrified him. Hemingway was one of the most careful stylists who ever lived. He did his drinking after hours (and too much of it, as it turned out).
The other one is, "There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed."
It's a great quote, but should be attributed to the legendary sports writer, Red Smith. Smith probably got the idea from the novelist Paul Gallico (author most famously of The Poseidon Adventure). This is from Gallico's 1946 book Confessions of a Story Writer:
It is only when you open your veins and bleed onto the page a little that you establish contact with your reader.
(If you want to deep dive on the various attributions of the quote, go here.)
So how did this blood quote get attributed to Hemingway? I know the answer, for I am a skilled detective!
Actually, I am a Hemingway fan, so one day I decided to watch a TV movie about Hemingway and his third wife, Martha Gellhorn. The film, imaginatively titled Hemingway & Gellhorn, starred Clive Owen as Hemingway and Nicole Kidman as Gellhorn. As I recall, the movie is okay. But I do remember Owen delivering this line: "There's nothing to writing, Gellhorn. All you do is sit at your typewriter and bleed."
And there you have it. The script writers thought this quote, which they got from Red Smith, would be a perfect line for their rendition of Papa. And really, it might have been a line for him to utter, but for the fact that Hemingway did virtually all of his drafts in longhand.
Speaking of renditions of Hemingway on film, my favorite is Corey Stoll's performance in Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris. Allen and Stoll managed to capture Hemingway's bluster without turning him into a cartoon. I especially love this exchange with Owen Wilson, who is a laid-back writer from our time transported back to the Paris of the 1920s, where Hemingway, Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein and others were all tossed together.
Now, back to business. Here are five of my favorite writing quotes:
Remember, almost no writer had it easy when starting out. If they did, everyone would be a bestselling author. The ones who make it are the stubborn, persistent people who develop a thick skin, defy the rejection, and keep the material out there. – Barnaby Conrad
You must stay drunk on writing so reality cannot destroy you. – Ray Bradbury
In a world that encompasses so much pain and fear and cruelty, it is noble to provide a few hours of escape, moments of delight and forgetfulness. – Dean Koontz
Keep working. Keep trying. Keep believing. You still might not make it, but at least you gave it your best shot. If you don't have calluses on your soul, this isn't for you. Take up knitting instead. – David Eddings
The first page of a book sells that book. The last page sells your next book. – Mickey Spillane
Your turn! Let's get inspired. Share a favorite writing quote and why it speaks to you.
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Harvey Stanbrough on July 25, 2021 at 2:37 am said:
Good quotes. I have far too many to list here, but among my favorites are these from Bradbury:
"My stories have led me through my life. They shout, I follow. They run up and bite me on the leg — I respond by writing down everything that goes on during the bite. When I finish, the idea lets go and runs off."
"Remember: Plot is no more than footprints left in the snow after your characters have run by on their way to incredible destinations."
"The great fun in my life has been getting up every morning and rushing to the typewriter because some new idea has hit me. The feeling I have every day is very much the same as it was when I was 12."
James Scott Bell on July 25, 2021 at 4:39 am said:
Bradbury is a fountain of great quotes, Harvey. Thanks.
Kristy Montee on July 25, 2021 at 12:42 pm said:
Whew…for a sec there I thought you were going to steal my whole post for this Tuesday…it starts out with a Bradbury interview.
Joe Hartlaub on July 25, 2021 at 2:42 am said:
Thanks for sharing those quotes, Jim, particularly the first one.
This isn't quite what you asked for but for some reason, it inspires me. It is usually attributed to Stephen King but it originated with Robert Bloch, who, for the uninitiated, wrote PSYCHO and many, many, other tales: "Despite my ghoulish reputation, I really have the heart of a small boy. I keep it in a glass jar on my desk."
Have a great week, Jim!
Ah, yes. That always brings a dark smile, Joe. And thanks for the correct attribution!
Terry Odell on July 25, 2021 at 4:05 am said:
I confess I didn't verify attributions, but:
"People don't read books to get to the middle." Mickey Spillane
"The scariest moment is always just before your start." Stephen King
"Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing." Harriet B. Braiker
"I write because I don't know what I think until I read what I say." Flannery O'Connor
And this, paraphrased from Nora Roberts/JD Robb (I think.) "I can fix a bad page. I can't fix a blank page."
Good ones, Terry. O'Connor's quote reminded me of this one from Thomas Berger: "Why do writers write? Because it isn't there."
Steve Hooley on July 25, 2021 at 4:27 am said:
"Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work." ~ Steven King
That has been my key to success my whole life.
And my corollary, to protect me from reality at night (said to my wife): "Let's go to bed and get drunk on a book."
Love the quote about table salt, Steve. Reminded me of Calvin Coolidge's famous words: "Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."
Cynthia McClendon on July 25, 2021 at 4:27 am said:
I just spent the past several days attending the Writer's Digest virtual conference, listening to people bitch about not being there in person while I thanked my lucky stars it was virtual so I could be there.
Chris Bohjalian gave the keynote and he was awesome. Turns out he amassed 250 rejections before he sold anything and everyone told him to quit. I took pages of notes. This is my favorite.
"In the middle of the night, are you called to your pen? If so, write. It's what you love."
Good one, Cynthia. Glad you got to virtual attend WD!
Laura Drake on July 25, 2021 at 4:51 am said:
Not specifically a writing quote, but my very favorite inspiration:
"The brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls are not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something. Because the brick walls are there to stop the people who don't want it badly enough. They're there to stop the other people."
Yes! From Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture.
BK Jackson on July 25, 2021 at 4:55 am said:
Reading that David Eddings quote, it gave me all the writing inspiration I need. I can't/don't want to knit, so thanks, I'll stick with my writing. 😎
Ha! Reminds me of one of those inspirational quotes from The Most Interesting Man in the World commercials. About life he said, "Find out what it is in life you don't do well, and then don't do that thing."
Mike Tuggle on July 25, 2021 at 5:10 am said:
Midnight in Paris was a blast. Must watch again!
Really fun, with a lot of inside jokes if you know the literary history of the time and some of the things the people said. As he sits down with Hemingway, Owen Wilson says he's a big Mark Twain fan, and you might even say all American literature started with Huckleberry Finn. That, of course, is something Hemingway later said. So Owen Wilson gave him the idea!
Sue Coletta on July 25, 2021 at 5:12 am said:
One of my all-time favorite quotes is: "Be courageous and try to write in a way that scares you a little." – Holley Gerth
I've included a few others in tomorrow's post. 😀
Loved the Jim Bell quote video! Now, I've got to watch Midnight in Paris.
That is a great quote, Sue. I wasn't aware of it. It's going in my collection. Thanks!
Carole T, Beers on July 25, 2021 at 5:35 am said:
Damn straight.
I think Tiger Woods said that after his longest drive.
Deb Gorman on July 25, 2021 at 5:38 am said:
My oh my! Which one? Choices, choices. I have a file on my laptop where I plunk quotes. JSB, your list is now living there. 🙂
Here's one of my all-time favorites:
I am not at all in a humor for writing; I must write on until I am. — Jane Austen
Good one, Deb! Going on my list.
Dale Ivan Smith on July 25, 2021 at 6:03 am said:
Inspiring post, Jim, filled with great quotes.
A quote that never fails to fire me with enthusiasm:
"Be careless, reckless! Be a lion, be a pirate, when you write." Barbara Ueland.
Her call to abandon crab-like caution because of the fear of potentially writing a bad story, a dull story, or a story that becomes the subject of scorn, never fails to inspire me. Be bold, like a lion or a pirate.
Her book, If You Want to Write, was an early inspiration to me, Dale.
"Work freely and rollickingly as though you were talking to a friend who loves you. Mentally (at least three or four times a day) thumb your nose at all know-it-alls, jeerers, critics, doubters."
Kay DiBianca on July 25, 2021 at 6:29 am said:
Love these quotes.
One of my favorites is by Richard Bach: "A professional writer is an amateur who didn't quit."
Marilynn Byerly on July 25, 2021 at 6:40 am said:
On wrong attributions, one lady on a Yahoogroups reading list I belong to had a quote randomizer on her email signature line, and a quote which frequently came up was about the joy of chocolate by Charles Dickens. Chocolate during Dickens' time was primarily a drink served to rich ladies for breakfast, not a guy drink or treat, so I knew it had to be wrong. I spent several interesting hours doing searches on Dickens and quote databases. I finally found the error. The quote about chocolate was directly above a quote by Dickens on a quote database. His name managed to end up on the quote at a flower store website, and it spread like wildfire elsewhere. Sherlock Holmes might not be proud of me, but he would be amused.
I always shared two correctly attributed quotes with my writing students at the end of every course. Here they are.
"I'm just starting [a new book] and the battle has already begun. I don't think they ever go smoothly. It's work. It should be work. It should be hard work. I think if you sort of sit around and wait to be inspired, you're probably going to be sitting there a long time. My process is more about crafting, working an idea through my head to see if it's a good concept." Nora Roberts in an interview with the "Hagerstown Herald-Mail."
"Remember your dreams and fight for them. You must know what you want from life.There is just one thing that makes your dream become impossible: the fear of failure. Never forget your Personal Legend. Never forget your dreams. Your silent heart will guide you. Be silent now. It is the possibility of a dream that makes life interesting. You can choose between being a victim of destiny or an adventurer who is fighting for something important." THE ALCHEMIST by Paulo Coelho
I salute your doggedness in tracking down origins, Marilynn. And your two quotes!
Garry Rodgers on July 25, 2021 at 6:46 am said:
Uplifting post & comments, Jim. I'd like to add one that applies to pretty much every life venture, especially writing. "Ya gotta wanna." This comes from Jimmy Pattison who is a Vancouver billionaire businessman / philanthropist. It's the burning desire. Ya gotta wanna. And ya gotta do the work.
Thanks, Garry. Reminded me of:
"You must want it enough. Enough to take all the rejections, enough to pay the price of disappointment and discouragement while you are learning. Like any other artist you must learn your craft—then you can add all the genius you like." — Phyllis Whitney
Ben Lucas on July 25, 2021 at 7:20 am said:
Thank you Mr. Bell. As always, I can count on your posts for inspiration.
We all need that little kick in the pants from time to time, Ben. Cheers!
If you could send me one in the mail I would do COD. 😜
Joe Surkiewicz on July 25, 2021 at 9:03 am said:
Off topic, but quote from the other end of the spectrum spoken by Michael Caine in Pulp (a comedy about a writer, directed and written by Mike Hodges, and the polar opposite of the previous year's violent noir masterpiece Get Carter, also directed by Hodges and starring Caine): "The writer's life would be ideal but for the writing," which sums up how I feel most days. Yet, thanks to inspiring quotes from JSB (and your books; I have several), I persevere. Thanks.
Thanks, Joe. Your quote reminded me of a popular one that several writers have used over the years. No one, apparently, can nail down the original, and there are several versions of "I don't enjoy writing. I enjoy having written."
On Colorado rapids days, I love writing…on Sisyphus days, I love having written.
Suzanne Gochenouer on July 25, 2021 at 9:32 am said:
In exploring the depths of the characters I create, I all too often recognize some part of myself I need to rediscover or empty internal spaces that need filling. My favorite quotes echo those thoughts.
"I try to create sympathy for my characters, then turn the monsters loose."
~ Stephen King
"I write to give myself strength. I write to be the characters that I am not. I write to explore all the things I'm afraid of. " ~ Joss Whedon
When you're editing write the following words onto a Post-it note in big red letters and stick it on your monitor: 'Who Cares?'. If something has no bearing on the story, leave it out. ~ Stuart MacBride
Those are excellent, Suzanne. Thanks for adding to the list!
Brian Hoffman on July 25, 2021 at 10:00 am said:
Thinking about writing isn't writing. Planning to write isn't writing. Neither is talking about it, posting about it, or complaining about how hard it is. These may be part of the process. But only writing is writing
Jack Ketchum
For those who may not be familiar with real horror novels (no slashers or piles of dead teenagers), Mr. Ketchum wrote (among other great books) "The Girl Next Door".
I think the quote speaks for itself. It helped me solve my biggest writing problem, doing it.
James Scott Bell on July 25, 2021 at 10:34 am said:
Good one, Brian. Reminds me of Dennis Palumbo's quote: "Every hour you spend writing is an hour not spent fretting about your writing."
My favorite inspiration quote comes from a scientist. Who are, of course, creative souls.
"The best way to have a good idea is to have lots of ideas."
― Linus Pauling
And know when to throw the bad ones away.
James Scott Bell on July 25, 2021 at 1:47 pm said:
Exactly, Kris. That's why I advocate making lists of possibilities before setting off in the scene direction. It's usually the 4th or 5th brainstorm that brings the gold.


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