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Geography of the World
Eric Weiner used to work as a conflict zone reporter which meant he was usually sent to less fortunate places. Moreover, he wasn't a happy person himself, more on the opposite side. One day he decides to visit the happiest countries in the world in order to find the sources of bliss, write a book about it and maybe find the key to his own elation.
The country he visited in his journey were The Netherlands, Switzerland, Bhutan, Qatar, Iceland, Thailand, Great Britain, India. He also visited the most unhappy country in the world according to the University of Happiness in Netherlands, namely Moldavia.
Weiner spent a few weeks in each country interviewing its citizens and expats, trying to identify what made each place happy. Every country was different, the sources of happiness went from the love for nature in Switzerland, spirituality in Bhutan and India to the importance of not being envios and collaboration in Iceland and less thinking in Thailand. The bottom line though, is that people are happier with other people, as the author concludes below
"The self-help industrial complex hasn't helped. By telling us that happiness lives inside us, it's turned us inward just when we should be looking outward. Not to money but to other people, to community and to the kind of human bonds that so clearly are the sources of our happiness."
I enjoyed the writing style, it was both funny and informative, ironic but also hopeful. I enjoyed listening to the author reading his own book while I was stuck in traffic, it immediately lifted my spirits. Except for the chapter about Moldavia, more on that below
"I'm not sure," I reply. "How do you define it" Sara thinks for a moment then says, "Happiness is your state of mind and the way you pursue that state of mind." Aristotle said more or less the same thing, though he didn't say it in a smoky Icelandic bar frequented by androgynous women. How we pursue the goal of happiness matters at least as much, perhaps more, than the goal itself. They are, in fact, one and the same, means and ends. A virtuous life necessarily leads to a happy life."
I have to talk a bit more about the chapter on Moldavia because I could find so many common points with us Romanians, a fact also mentioned by the author. It is common sense because Moldova was part of Romania, most of them speak my language and we all enjoyed the friendly caress of communism.
"The next order of business: finding Moldova on the map. This proves trickier than expected. I scan my atlas several times before finally locating it, sandwiched between Romania and the Ukraine, two significantly unhappy countries in their own right. Misery loves company."
"My favorite, though, the expression that sums up this country, ties it into a neat little package and sticks a bow on it, is: "Nu este problema mea." Not my problem. A country with so many problems yet nobody's problem. Nobody takes ownership. Luba's apartment building, for instance, desperately needs a new water pump. (That explains the strange noises.) She tried to get people to pitch in-it would benefit everyone-but nobody would. No one is willing to contribute money to something that will benefit others as well as themselves." - yup, I hear this way too often. Recently we started to realize that yes, it is actually our problem as the author writes later: The bullet hit you as well. You just don't feel the pain yet. Or as Ruut Veenhoven told me: "The quality of a society is more important than your place in that society." In other words, better to be a small fish in a clean pond than a big fish in a polluted lake.
Envy, that enemy of happiness, is rife in Moldova. It's an especially virulent strain, one devoid of the driving ambition that usually accompanies envy. So the Moldovans get all of the downsides of envy without any of its benefits-namely, the thriving businesses and towering buildings erected by ambitious men and women out to prove they are better than everyone else. Moldovans derive more pleasure from their neighbor's failure than their own success. I can't imagine anything less happy. - very familiar again, some say that it was better under the communist regime because then at least nobody had anything. Which wasn't entirely true. If you knew how to get by, you were cunning enough and kissed the right asses you had more. Unfortunately, that spirit is still very much alive in my country.
Moldovans, it seems, treat the dead better than the living. You should see our funerals and all the rituals after that. It makes one go insane.
The seeds of Moldovan unhappiness are planted in their culture. A culture that belittles the value of trust and friendship. A culture that rewards mean-spiritedness and deceit. A culture that carves out no space for unrequited kindness, no space for what St. Augustine called (long before Bill Clinton came along) "the happiness of hope." Or as the ancient Indian text the Mahabharata says: "Hope is the sheet anchor of every man. When hope is destroyed, great grief follows, which is almost equal to death itself." In a nutshell that's what living under communism does to a nation's soul.
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U.S. Marines visit Opha May Johnson's burial site as part of a professional development event at Rock Creek Cemetery, Washington, D.C. on Aug. 13. - U.S. Marines visit Opha May Johnson's burial site as part of a professional development event at Rock Creek Cemetery, Washington, D.C. on Aug. 13.
Marines Celebrate 102-year Legacy of Women in the Marine Corps with trip to D.C.
It is no secret women make up a small percentage of the total force of the Marine Corps – roughly 8%. World War I introduced the first 305 women to enlist into the Marines. Today, 16,000 serve on active duty and are able to work in all combat related occupational specialties. For the current generation, it is important to understand the history of who served before them in order to keep moving the legacy forward...
Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black lead a motivational run on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Nov. 5. The run was held in celebration of the Marine Corps' upcoming 244th birthday. - Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black lead a motivational run on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Nov. 5. The run was held in celebration of the Marine Corps' upcoming 244th birthday.
Marine Corps Birthday Run Begins Week of Celebrations
Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Troy E. Black led a motivational run on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Nov. 5. The run was held in celebration of the Marine Corps' upcoming 244th birthday.The Marines ran from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall to the Marine Corps War Memorial where Berger and
Children wait for the start of the Marine Corps Marathon Kid's Run Oct. 24, 2015, at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. More than 3,500 Children participated in the one-mile event. The run is organized to promote physical fitness and morale for the children and the community. - Children wait for the start of the Marine Corps Marathon Kid's Run Oct. 24, 2015, at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. More than 3,500 Children participated in the one-mile event. The run is organized to promote physical fitness and morale for the children and the community.
Kids sprint through Marine run during marathon weekend
More than 3,500 children participated in the Marine Corps Marathon Kids Run Oct. 24, 2015, at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.Hosted by Marines from Marine Corps Base Quantico and the National Capitol Region as well as MCM staff, children from the ages of five to 12 ran a one-mile course around the Pentagon north parking lot. Just like the
Referees for the 4th Annual Joint Services Sitting Volleyball Tournament toss a coin to determine which team will serve at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va. on Nov. 20, 2014. Every November since 2008, the Department of Defense and each branch of the armed forces promotes wounded warrior programs, activities and personal feats of recovery through Warrior Care Month. - Referees for the 4th Annual Joint Services Sitting Volleyball Tournament toss a coin to determine which team will serve at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va. on Nov. 20, 2014. Every November since 2008, the Department of Defense and each branch of the armed forces promotes wounded warrior programs, activities and personal feats of recovery through Warrior Care Month.
Injured, ill veterans volley for recovery at Pentagon
In honor of Warrior Care Month, the Office of Warrior Care Policy hosted the 4th Annual Joint Services Sitting Volleyball Tournament at the Pentagon Athletic Center in Arlington, Virginia on Nov. 20, 2014.Every November since 2008, the Department of Defense and each branch of the armed forces promotes wounded warrior programs, activities and
U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Fwd.) travel in a convoy to the wreckage of a downed French F-2000 Mirage aircraft for a recovery operation northwest of Forward Operating Base Delaram in Helmand province, Afghanistan, May 27, 2011. Marines with the unit assisted French forces in support of International Security Assistance Force operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jeff Kaus/Released) - U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Fwd.) travel in a convoy to the wreckage of a downed French F-2000 Mirage aircraft for a recovery operation northwest of Forward Operating Base Delaram in Helmand province, Afghanistan, May 27, 2011. Marines with the unit assisted French forces in support of International Security Assistance Force operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jeff Kaus/Released)
Energy conservation, lifeline for warfighters
During the last 13 years spent fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Marine Corps has focused on its combat effectiveness and shear lethality.Improving tactics on an unconventional battlefield against an insurgency forged a new and better Corps, but required a lot of energy to fuel."The weapons systems we now use have more armor, we have more
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Most of our enquiries come form the web site by email. We will log you on the waiting list and tell you when our next tour is. These are regular through the spring summer and autumn but less often in the winter months. Until the end of February 2017 contacts will be logged on the waiting list but there will be no tours now until early March 2017.
We offer membership when you have visited the site so that you can learn a bit about it and how the site is managed. Membership goes from March to March. You can take on membership anytime during the year if we have space but we do not do part year membership/payments. Cripley Meadow is Oxford City Council statutory designated land for allotments. Like all Oxford Sites it is managed entirely by the allotment association committee which is elected annually at the AGM. We aim to use our land to enable as many as possible to work with the land and seasons and to grow their own food. This is widely recognised as great step to a more healthy and sustainable lifestyle.
The site has plots in a range of sizes from small beds on communal plots to large 12 pole plots and the cost varies from about £22.50 to £45 a year. Only signed up members can have a key and there is a £25 key deposit. We have a range of small plots, the smallest being c. 21' x 6'. We have a range of sizes available and because we are such a large site and Oxford has quite a high mobile population we usually have some turnover within the gardening year. We expect all members to do 3 hours per year community work on the site or pay an additional donation of £15. We manage two Communal Orchards for the use of our members and this community work is necessary for its maintenance as well as work around the site. We could not manage the site without this help.
All prospective plot holders are advised to note that keeping an allotment takes a regular commitment of time and energy.Whilst the amount of time it takes to work a plot varies on the size, all need to be regularly tended. Most members visit weekly. We all have busy times, dramas and holidays but during the growing season a couple of weeks will result in a weedy plot that will be a nuisance to your neighbours. All members are advised that persistent failure to use or maintain your plot in accordance with the rules can put at risk your membership. We do 2 site audits a year, one in May/June and another in September/October so that all members are assured that problems with non cultivation are resolved quickly and fairly.We do two audits a year to ensure the site is being used in accordance with our rules. If we spot problems we try to resolve them before they become serious. This way all members, plot neighbours and the site benefits from the security of the agreed rules of our association. Members are always given time to resolve problems but the longer these persists the shorter the time allowed. We are a large site and usually have some natural turnover within a gardening year as people move in and out of Oxford. so do contact us.


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The Rentals "Elon Musk Is Making Me Sad"
By Josiah Hughes
Depending on who you ask, Elon Musk is either the man who will save the world or the man who will push us into dystopia. Former Weezer member Matt Sharp has something to say about it — he's just shared a new song from the Rentals called "Elon Musk Is Making Me Sad."
Nearly seven minutes long, the track offers plenty of lush production from Dave Fridmann and guitars from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Nick Zinner. Still, it's a tried and true Rentals jam with an earworm melody and plenty of bells and whistles.
According to Wired (who premiered the track), the song "tells the story of two boys growing up in the 1980s, both children of divorce and of the middle class, both of whom receive a Commodore VIC-20 home computer."
Listen to "Elon Musk Is Making Me Sad" below.
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Sufficient conditions for differentiability in multi-variable calculus.
We will be focusing on sufficient conditions of differentiability of . The theorem says that if and exist and are continuous at point , then is differentiable at .
We have , which we know is partially differentiable with respect to and , but may not be differentiable in general.
is the matrix of partial derivatives with respect to the independent variables in .
What does all this mean? This is something that confused me for some time, and is likely to be helpful for others with the same doubts.
This is the definition of differentiation. We say , if it exists, is the derivative of at . Let the limit be . We're effectively saying that for any , if . Here . However, this is not what we SEEM to say through this definition. What we seem to be saying is for any and , there exists such that . Is there a difference? Yes. This will be illustrated below.
In our example of multi-variable differentiation, we've made a function of . Why is that? What we mean by that is not that can be any function of , like , where is a constant. What we mean is , although this is not obvious from the fact that is a function of . Why should we explicitly mention the fact that should tend to as ? Because in the original definition we have made the argument that for any and such that the difference between and is . Here, may not converge to ! We have just proven its existence, and none of its properties! For example, we could have said that for any and , . Here . We have proven the existence of .
It is only when we specify that that we make the definition of the derivative clear- that it is . Such a limit is defined when for any , there exists such that when .
Now we use the property that the partial derivatives are continuous.
is the correction factor which is utimately rectified. Remember that here or . It can't be a combination of both, as only partial derivatives are continuous.
The rest of the proof is elementary, and can be found in any complex anaysis textbook (pg. 67 of Complex Variabes and Applications, Brown and Churchill). I have only explained the difficult step in the proof.
Reiterating the theorem, if is is partially differentiable with respect to its independent variables at a particular point, and all those partial derivatives are continuous, then is differentiable at that point.


There are countless companies around who offer fabrication and sheet metal services. So why should you look at DWINEX Sheet Metal Ltd as a possible manufacturing partner?
We have all the latest high-tech equipment for punching, cutting, folding, welding, and a high-tech CAD/CAM system, We have taken the time to search out what our customers really need, then taken the trouble to make certain we deliver exactly that.
The team from DWINEX Sheet Metal Ltd in Hampshire have worked within the industry for the last 22 years, with ISO9001 approval, and are capable of being competitive from the initial phase of development through to production runs.
We are a modern, very progressive and forward-thinking company and are willing to adjust to any customer production requirements.
The prime objective is to manufacture efficiently, whilst focusing on delivering unrivalled quality, flexibility, and reliability. Along with very competitive prices.
We've built up a great reputation and first class customer service across the south of England and Midland areas. Customer service is at the heart of our business, and we work hard to ensure that all of our customers' needs are met, providing bespoke, tailor-made packages when required. And if your business urgently requires metal work, we're happy to work on short notice, to ensure that you have the right equipment ready when you need it.


The top picture is a taster of the finished result. There will be more pictures soon.
imagine my pleasure at building a new one. All my hex terrain, trees, buildings and other bits have sat in cardboard boxes all that time and, so far, having opening over twenty boxes, nothing is irretrievably damaged.
The next three pictures show the table under construction using 18 Ikea legs (cheap and just the job). Thanks guys for your help. The bottom two pictures show the edging being put on the table top - a not uncomplicated procedure! Although this table is large (24' x 7') its about two thirds of the size of the two tables I had in Normandie so I have lots of spare hexes. By the way, all the terrain is 25mm. The attic of my house is 140 square metres in size so this table sort of 'sits in a corner'.
Over the next few days (Christmas festivities allowing) I'll post some pictures of the first layout and put some of the Pragmatic/SYW Allied forces in place.
Wow!! Your a lucky man... I envy you the size of that loft space, I have a damn great chimney breast through the middle of mine which somewhat limits the table size!
I see a fair amount of daylight coming between the roof timbers though - will there be damp problems????
Wow! Very impressive...now, if I just can throw out the couch and ottoman...and the desk...and the bookshelves...I could have...umm...a table HALF this size!
I was wondering why you hadn't posted in so long. And, yes, you did have a very good excuse. Enjoy the table.
That is a spectacular space and table.
You do realize, don't you, that your 1500+ square foot attic is larger than a very great many7houses.
Your scenery looks grand as well.
Very nice indeed! :-) Look forward to seeing the SYW armies displayed on the table.
That's about the size of a airport runway here in Japan!
Well done, Nigel- it looks really great. I also look forward to seeing the new table straining from the weight of the Pragmatic Army!
Wow! What a apace and table! Here's to many games!
Fabulous table and gaming area, with plenty of room to expand. I'm sure you'll get many hours of enjoyment from you new 'space'.


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Typhoon Haiyan: Samaritan's Purse in Philippines Aiding Survivors, Calls for Prayers
By Luke Leung ( [email protected] ) Nov 12, 2013 08:01 PM EST Comment
In the wake of Typhoon Haiyan, Christians in the United States are making immediate responses to help alleviate the pains and sufferings of the survivors in the eastern-central Philippines that are hit hard by the strongest storm ever recorded.
(Photo : Erik De Castro/Reuters.)
Survivors carrying their belongings walk past destroyed houses. November 10, 2013.
Samaritan's Purse, a non-denominational evangelical Christian organization, has deployed disaster response specialists and water and nutrition experts to the region hard-hit by the Typhoon to assess the catastrophe.
"The damage is extensive. Some areas the whole cities are missing or very badly damaged," said Patrick Seger, team leader for the response, according to Samaritan's Purse. "Many areas hardest hit are without electricity, without water, they are without food. These people are really struggling at this point and need everything."
The ministry has bases already setup from previous typhoon and earthquake disaster efforts in Philippines, so they have already began coordinating with local churches to deliver relief to those most in need. Community water filters, protective tarps, blankets, hygiene kits, and emergency family food packets are being rushed to the survivors.
In addition, Samaritan's Purse plans to send emergency supplies on a 747 cargo jet from the ministry's headquarter in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Cebu City, according to Samaritan's Purse. The cargo will carry at least 1,000 rolls of plastic for temporary shelters, as well as community water filtration systems, blankets, medical supplies, and hygiene kits.
"As we continue to find the communities that have been devastated, we look for your prayers to lift us up in the work we're doiong," Jeremy Kilday, project manager of Typhoon Haiyan disaster relief, said. "Prayers that the people would not be lost in the devastation, that they would be able to stand again and be able to find hope."
Philippines lies in the path of strong typhoons. Last year, Samaritan's Purse responded to a typhoon that caused at least 1,900 deaths and widespread destructions.
Donations for Typhoon Haiyan disaster relief can be made through Samaritan's Purse website.
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Thank you for the fast and professional work at our home.
I've never seen a team work so hard with such good humor and determination. They were terrific!
Thank you for your donation of 4 tickets to the Providence Bruins which we received last week. We are so grateful to have many kindhearted supporters within the community helping us continue our mission. Please know that you are counted among them.
Dear Chris, I want to thank you so much for all that you did to make the golf tournament a great success. From donating bags, to the cost of printing, to the closest to the pin contest and finally to a truck with some strong young people to load and unload it! I can't tell you how much that means to us. You are a true friend of JDRF and we couldn't do it without you. So thank you from the bottom of my heart! I can't wait for next year!
It seems everyone has a job and job description, they explained everything before they did anything. I wouldn't change a thing. When I voiced concern about the attic insulation they took appropriate steps to investigate my concern and agreed and proceeded appropriately.
Fantastic Job! The crew was polite and respectful at all times. I would recommend you guys to all of my friends. Job Well Done!
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Sal & Stan did a great job. Good suggestions and flexible to changing schedules. Great Job!
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Q: Probability distribution (I'm pretty sure it's higher than high school math, but I don't know how hard it is) After completely guessing on quite a few tests (long story here), I've always wanted an accurate estimate of my scores, but I could never apply the probability theorems I learned in high school. I've never taken a formal course pre or post calculus statistics (nor have I taken calculus), but I find great curiosity in problems like these. It's totally fine if you use ridiculously hard math to explain, because I believe that someday I will come back and look at this problem again.
Here's the basic problem, and following are a bunch of variations that could be added to the problem.
Let's say I have 60 multiple choice questions each with 4 choices and that the total score is 100(%). Now, 20 of those questions are 3 points each, and 40 are 1 point each. Let's say that answer distribution is equal among the four choices (A,B,C,D). How would I find the probability of getting a score n, given that I randomly selected choices?
Variations: How would I calculate the probability of n if answer distribution was not equal, but normally distributed? If so, how would I calculate the probability of n if I chose equal answers, or in general, answers with restrictions?
This might not be an effective problem to solve with known probability theorems; I don't know. This might be something common for people that are super whizzes at statistics; I don't know either. Please tell me what you know about it though.
Thanks!

A: Actually, this is a fairly standard way to solve this using basic methods: Let $X_i$ denote the random variable that says how many points you got on the $i$-th question. Assume the first 20 questions are 3 points each, so $X_1,\ldots,X_{20}$ are 3 with probability $1/4$, and 0 with probability $3/4$. Of course, $X_{21}, \ldots, X_{60}$ are 1 with probability $1/4$ and $0$ with probability $3/4$.
To find out whether $X := \sum_{i=1}^{60} X_i = n$, it is easiest to note that $Y_1 := \frac{1}{3} \sum_{i=1}^{20} X_i$ is binominally distributed and so is $Y_2 := \sum_{i=21}^{60} X_i$ (with appropriate parameters). Thus, $P(X = n) = \sum_{i=0}^n P(3Y_1 = i \wedge Y_2 = n-i) = \sum_{i=0}^n P(3Y_1 = i) \cdot P(Y_2 = n-i)$, which should be easily solvable using the binominal distribution. Note that the last transformation uses the fact that $Y_1$ and $Y_2$ are independent.
Actually, it might be more interesting to work out the expected value (the average number of points) here, which is much easier by using linearity of expectation: $\mathbb E \sum_{i=1}^{60} X_i = \sum_{i=1}^{60} \mathbb E X_i = 20 \cdot \mathbb E X_1 + 40 \cdot \mathbb E X_{21} = 20 \cdot 3 \cdot 1/4 + 40 \cdot 1 \cdot 1/4 = 25$.

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Q: Trying to convert a column of strings to float I have a column in a dataframe that is currently strings. I need to convert this data into floats and extract as an array so that I can use the coordinate pairs.
In [55]:apt_data['geotag']

Out[55]:

 0        (40.7763, -73.9529)
 1     (40.72785, -73.983307)
 2        (40.7339, -74.0054)
 3    (40.771731, -73.956313)
 4      (40.8027, -73.949187)
Name: geotag, dtype: object'

First I tried:
apt_loc = apt_data['geotag']
apt_loc_ar = np.array(apt_loc['geotag'], dtype=dt)

But that threw this error:
Traceback (most recent call last):

File "<ipython-input-60-3a853e355c9a>", line 1, in <module>
apt_loc_ar = np.array(apt_loc['geotag'], dtype=dt)

File "/python3.5/site-
packages/pandas/core/series.py", line 603, in __getitem__
result = self.index.get_value(self, key)

File "/python3.5/site-
packages/pandas/indexes/base.py", line 2169, in get_value
tz=getattr(series.dtype, 'tz', None))

File "pandas/index.pyx", line 98, in pandas.index.IndexEngine.get_value
(pandas/index.c:3557)

File "pandas/index.pyx", line 106, in pandas.index.IndexEngine.get_value
(pandas/index.c:3240)

File "pandas/index.pyx", line 156, in pandas.index.IndexEngine.get_loc
(pandas/index.c:4363)

KeyError: 'geotag'

I've tried to use
apt_data['geotag'] = pd.to_numeric(apt_data['geotag'], errors='coerce')
This gives me NaN for all entries.
Thanks.

A: You can use literal_eval from ast module and apply a function to your DataFrame, like below:
import pandas as pd
from ast import literal_eval as le

df = pd.DataFrame(["(40.7763, -73.9529)","(40.72785, -73.983307)"], columns=["geotag"])

df["geotag"] = df["geotag"].apply(func=lambda x: le(x))

Output:
>>> for k in df["geotag"]:
        for j in k: print(type(j))
<class 'float'>
<class 'float'>
<class 'float'>
<class 'float'>

A: Shorter version of Chiheb's answer (no import needed) :
apt_data.geotag.apply(eval)

A: Consider the series g
g = pd.Series(
    [
        '(40.7763, -73.9529)',
        '(40.72785, -73.983307)',
        '(40.7339, -74.0054)',
        '(40.771731, -73.956313)',
        '(40.8027, -73.949187)'
    ], name='geotag'
)

Option 1
literal_eval
from ast import literal_eval
import pandas as pd

g.apply(literal_eval)

0        (40.7763, -73.9529)
1     (40.72785, -73.983307)
2        (40.7339, -74.0054)
3    (40.771731, -73.956313)
4      (40.8027, -73.949187)
Name: geotag, dtype: object

Option 2
literal_eval in a comprehension and reconstruct
pd.Series([literal_eval(v) for v in g.values.tolist()], g.index, name=g.name)

0        (40.7763, -73.9529)
1     (40.72785, -73.983307)
2        (40.7339, -74.0054)
3    (40.771731, -73.956313)
4      (40.8027, -73.949187)
Name: geotag, dtype: object

Option 3
apply with str functions
g.apply(lambda x: [float(y) for y in x.strip('()').split(', ')])

0        [40.7763, -73.9529]
1     [40.72785, -73.983307]
2        [40.7339, -74.0054]
3    [40.771731, -73.956313]
4      [40.8027, -73.949187]
Name: geotag, dtype: object

Option 4
str functions in a comprehension
pd.Series([[float(x) for x in v.strip('()').split(', ')] for v in g.values.tolist()], g.index, name=g.name)

0        [40.7763, -73.9529]
1     [40.72785, -73.983307]
2        [40.7339, -74.0054]
3    [40.771731, -73.956313]
4      [40.8027, -73.949187]
Name: geotag, dtype: object

Timing
%timeit g.apply(literal_eval)
10000 loops, best of 3: 158 µs per loop

%timeit g.apply(lambda x: [float(y) for y in x.strip('()').split(', ')])
10000 loops, best of 3: 107 µs per loop

%timeit pd.Series([literal_eval(v) for v in g.values.tolist()], g.index, name=g.name)
10000 loops, best of 3: 119 µs per loop

%timeit pd.Series([[float(x) for x in v.strip('()').split(', ')] for v in g.values.tolist()], g.index, name=g.name)
10000 loops, best of 3: 65.3 µs per loop


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Last updated 12:17 PM, Tuesday June 06 2017 GMT+1
The estranged husband of actor Jim Carrey's late girlfriend, who is suing the comedian over her death, has released bizarre screenshots of Christmas text messages.
It appears the Hollywood star allegedly talks about his penis in the same breath as discussing recently deceased family members.
Burton is suing Carrey for allegedly supplying his depression-suffering wife, Cathriona White, with pills she took as part of a fatal overdose in September 2015.
The woman's husband, Mark Burton, said: "Jim Carrey's public persona is a fraud.
"In reality he is a guy who texts about his cock in the same breath as deceased loved ones at Christmas."
The text exchange shows a picture of a candle burning on a hearth, with Carrey commenting on the family's tradition of burning candles in memory of late relatives.
Carrey then allegedly asked his girlfriend: "Have you seen my cock today?" He then added that he was worried she might be pregnant.
"You haven't let your pill laps [sic] at all since we were apart have you sweety?" he asks in a text message. "Sorry I just have a concern because it was a little carefree tonight. You can get a morning after pill if there's any question."
Through his attorney, Michael Avenatti, Burton has released a copy of the December 2012 text message exchange.
The attorney said: "We have located nearly every text message, picture and email between them over the last four years by conducting a forensic examination of electronic media. The evidence will show that Carrey and his handlers are not shooting straight with the media or the public."
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The Indiana legislature adjourned last week and sent bills to the Governor's desk for signature which would reflect significant changes in Indiana taxation. The budget bill, HEA 1001, was signed Monday, April 29, 2019, by the Governor. Below are highlights of a few notable changes included in the budget bill and in the bills awaiting signature (and a few notable proposed changes that did not pass):
Marketplace facilitators to collect sales tax – "Marketplace facilitators," which is defined to cover the sale of goods as well as hotel and lodging accommodations, as well as car sharing platforms, will be required to collect and remit sales tax, beginning July 1, 2019. HEA 1001. Indiana will join other states in adopting this collection strategy "post-Wayfair," while at the same time, addressing online travel companies, Airbnb rentals, and now car sharing.
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Updates to economic development tax credits – Several economic development incentives would be updated. A small business innovation voucher program would be established, which would provide grants to a business with less than 150 employees to purchase research and development support or technical assistance from an Indiana public or private college or university or another research organization. The venture capital investment tax credit would become transferable after June 30, 2020. The industrial recovery tax credit would expire at the end of 2019, but there would be a new redevelopment tax credit (RTC). SEA 563.
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What didn't pass:
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Fatal consequences for failure to keep contemporaneous records – A proposal was removed from SEA 565 which would have imposed potentially severe consequences on a taxpayer failing to "contemporaneously" keep records. The proposal would have allowed the department of revenue to reconstruct the taxpayer's liability with the taxpayer having little or no ability to effectively challenge the reconstruction.
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Q: After clearTimeout it's still a number I was a looking for a valid way to check if timeout still exists in order to clear it before. But realised it's number all the time at least in latest Chrome and Safari. I will appreciate a lot if somebody could shine some line on this case:

const timeout = setTimeout(() => {
  // do magic
}, 100000)

console.log(typeof timeout) // number (makes sense)

clearTimeout(timeout)
console.log(typeof timeout) // number (...hmm)

setTimeout(() => {
  console.log(typeof timeout) // number --> magic ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
}, 1000)

A: clearTimeout does remove the callback from the timer queue. It does not alter the timeout variable that you used to store the identifier value - especially since you declared it as const.

I was a looking for a valid way to check if timeout still exists

Use let timeout and set it to null or undefined when you clear it.

in order to clear it before

or just always call clearTimeout, it doesn't do any harm if the timer has already been cleared before or did run.

A: How about setting timeout to undefined when you clear it (and possibly when the timeout runs, depending on your usecase):
 clearTimeout(timeout);
 timeout = undefined;

That way you can then easily check if the timeout is done with
  if(timeout) /* do stuff */

(You have to change const timeout to let timeout then)

A: setTimeout (also setInterval and requestAnimationFrame) return number with id of process so you can cancel it later. So when you call clearTimeout(id) process is cancelled. But primitive values, amont which there is number, are copied so once you assigned the number to variable, it stays there.
Calling cleatTimeout(id) for process that has been already cancelled doesn't cause any error.


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The year is 2040 and Jemmy Sterling is born able to see angels. It's been decades since a pandemic swept across the planet and humanity is trying to embrace the ideals of the Highest Good. Growing up is anything but normal, especially when a nefarious organization learns that Jemmy sees angels and wants to perform strange psychological research on the child.
Human and angelic guidance intervenes and life seems to take on a new normal, but only for a short while. At sixteen years of age, Jemmy discovers the organization is a real threat. They exemplify how the world is sinking back into old ways. Angels make a request but Jemmy doubts her ability to help humanity especially with the organization in pursuit.
Can Jemmy escape the clutches of the organization and help humanity evolve or transform towards the Highest Good for All?
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My first book was published when I was in grade five. A cereal box with papers stapled inside created my first hardcover poetry book. Ever since, I loved making up stories. During my incredible and playful teaching career, I enjoyed the challenge of creating poetry, games, and stories to suit all subject areas.
My first published book was A Multicultural Alphabet: Celebrating Canada's Identity. I wrote and illustrated it as therapy during treatment for breast cancer. I shall soon rebrand it under Sunara Press, along with a series of children's bedtime stories, The Adventures of the Three Little Chickens. I was able to publish A Gift of the Gurus written by my mom, Anjanee Gyan, a book on foundational gurus and their meditational techniques.
I began writing Lights Around Her in 2018 about a pandemic. Little did I know what would happen in the year 2020. I didn't want to write about what the world was intimately facing, so I imagined how life changed for the better in a future scenario. By intertwining life events similar to COVID-19 along with the social and cultural issues of this time, this story holds a mirror to humanity, suggesting there can be hope for the Highest Good for All.
My husband and I live in Grande Prairie, Alberta, with two dogs. I'm now a retired elementary school teacher, amateur artist, and writer. Lights Around Her: The Girl Who Sees Angels is my first novel.
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When did you begin writing your novel and why?
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Is your story about a utopian society?
This story isn't an escape to an alternate reality. Instead, it takes us just past our current pandemic to see how humanity is trying to change. During the writing stage, I watched the 2008 movie, The Day the Earth Stood Still, and a quote from that movie struck a chord. "It's only at the precipice that we change." It was precisely the sense of my book.
Did you start writing about a pandemic in 2018, or did that come about from COVID-19?
That's the freaky part. In 2018, I began writing about a pandemic and what people were going through. The virus in that version came from a meteorite. In March 2020, when I was nearing the end of writing my book, COVID-19 began, and my son, who had been reading my drafts, told me that I wrote this pandemic. It was a bit unnerving.
I decided to alter the storyline to be about life after a pandemic. It offered me a chance to envision what types of changes might occur to create a better world. When the coronavirus started, real-life began influencing the storyline.
Why did you use angels? Is this a religious story?
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1. Choose a design currently in the designer's portfolio and request discounted pricing if only a limited number of customizations are requested. For example, recently Sarah contacted me and absolutely loved my "River Tree". She has a limited budget but wanted invitations with personality. We negotiated a discounted price to include customization of font, paper color, and layout only, instead of beginning a new design from scratch.
2. Limit the number of cards you will need. For example, instead of having a separate card for the reception information, have your designer incorporate that info directly onto the invitation.
3. Opt for a response postcard instead of a response card and envelope. You will save twice; once on the postcard postage and then again on the postage for mailing the entire set (your invitation set will be a bit lighter). Not to mention you will be doing a bit to save on paper!
4. Negotiate with your designer to allow for certain aspects of the design to be DIY. For example, Ikeeshaa recently requested that I create the top layer of her invitation, cut all borders but deliver everything loose for her to assemble at home. She is saving a good amount by taking on this project while still being able to send her guests a custom designed invitation!
5. Address your own envelopes. This is the time to rally the bridesmaids. The secret to great looking envelopes - a fine width calligraphy pen(not the refillable kind). Even everyday handwriting will look fancy when written with this type of pen!
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This week I was pleasantly delighted to get this invitation in the mail. What struck me first was the beautiful penmanship on the envelope that had a cool vintage vibe about it. It turns out they were addressed by the bride's young-at-heart grandmother! The very classic and sophisticated feel of the invitation makes me even more excited about this special event.
The invitations are by Vera Wang, a name truly synonymous with weddings. The Vera Wang website had a fun couples quiz to assist with registry selection.


A proposed constitutional amendment by Senator Tom Udall (shown, D-N.M.) to give Congress the unlimited power to criminalize political speech has political roots that date back to the 1798 Sedition Act, as the senators promoting the current amendment are using virtually identical rhetoric to that of congressmen who advocated passage of the Sedition Act. The Udall amendment has been introduced in the wake of the 2010 Citizens United v. FEC Supreme Court decision, which increased anti-incumbent advertising by eliminating spending limits on independent political opinions by associations of citizens.
"Our government should be of, by and for the people — not bought and paid for by secret donors and special interests," Senator Udall explained of his amendment April 30, adding, "I'm looking forward to working with Senator Schumer to bring common-sense campaign finance reform to a vote as soon as possible so we can ensure our elections are about the quality of ideas and not the quantity of cash."
Udall's amendment would "authorize Congress to regulate the raising and spending of money for federal political campaigns, including independent expenditures," according to his U.S. Senate website. Translated from Washington-doubletalk, it means it would give Congress the legal power to censor any criticism of political incumbents — in effect, repealing the First Amendment.
In the end, the Sedition law was simply used by the Adams administration for putting his political opponents in the media in jail.
I do wish there were Democratic senators who were willing to defend the First Amendment.... The second canard that's been put forth is money is not speech. That's been repeated again and again in this hearing, and I would note any first-year law student who put that as his or her answer on an exam would receive an F, because it is obviously, demonstrably false and it has been false from the dawn of the republic. Speech is not just standing on a soapbox, screaming on the sidewalk. From the beginning of the republic, the expenditure of money has been integral to speech. The Supreme Court has said that pamphlets, the Federalist Papers, and Thomas Paine's Common Sense took money to print and distribute. Putting up yard signs, putting out bumper stickers, putting up billboards, launching a website. Every one of those requires the expenditures of money. I guarantee you every person in this room — if you think about it — disagrees with the proposition that expending money is not speech. Publishing a book is speech, publishing a movie is speech, blogging is speech. Every form of effective speech in our modern society requires the expenditure of money from citizens.
So the campaign against Citizens United — like the campaign for the Sedition Act of 1798 — is not really about whether the freedoms of speech and press are related to money. The real issue may have been revealed in the June 3 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing when Senator Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) observed that "Most of the money that has come from the SuperPacs and many of these groups are knocking out incumbents, particularly those from the other side, whether they be Republican or Democrat." Schumer's accidental candor also reveals the changing, self-centered nature of the rhetoric in favor of "campaign finance reform." For decades, leftist advocates of campaign finance reform have complained that the deck was stacked in favor of incumbents, who have most of the donations and better access to mainstream media. With most of the post-Citizens United independent money opposing incumbents, the playing field has been a little more leveled.
At present, when out of ten presses in the country nine were employed on the side of [Federalist Adams] Administration, such is their want of confidence in the purity of their own views and motives, that they even fear the unequal contest, and require the help of force in order to suppress the limited circulation of the opinions of those who did not approve all their measures.


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Square the Circle
Animated Art: An Afternoon With Joan Gratz
February 25 @ 3:00 pm - February 26 @ 3:00 pm
The Cherry Center gallery hosts original exhibitions of painting, sculpture, fine craft, printmaking, photography, and works by founder Jeanne d'Orge. New gallery exhibits are offered year-round, showcasing local and visiting artists. The majority are curated by the center, and range from historical to contemporary art, including painting, photography, assemblage and sculpture.
Cherry Hall Theater is a 50-seat venue that is home to original theater productions staged by center and visiting theater companies, concerts, recitals, lectures, readings, film series, workshops, and panel discussions.
Special events include Jazz at The Cherry, ongoing live music series; Smart Shorts, digital film festival introduced in 2019; Composers at The Cherry; panel discussion of world-renowned composers who reside in Monterey County; and yearly fundraisers Celebrating the Cherry (summer) and Make Merry at The Cherry (Fall).
The Cherry Center recognizes the talent of Monterey County high school art students in our yearly exhibition, Thinking Out Loud. The exhibit features approximately 100 works across a wide range of media, including painting, drawing, ink-relief, sculpture and collage. The Robert Campbell Monterey County High School Poetry Awards were established in 1996 as a collateral program to Thinking Out Loud. The program, held in cooperation with the Monterey Public Library, recognizes and promotes excellence in high school poetry writing through in-class workshops. A certificate, cash award, and anthology of the student poets' work are presented to contest winners during a ceremony held each spring at library's Monterey location.
Carl Cherry Center for the Arts
P.O. Box 863, Carmel, CA 93921
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G-Dragon's PEACEMINUSONE Offers Exclusive Products For DSM Singapore
Dover Street Market just opened its Singapore store featuring a collaboration line with G-Dragon's fashion label, PEACEMINUSONE.
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The collaboration line between DSM and PEACEMINUSONE features an exclusive collection of apparel and accessories.
A post shared by Dover Street Market Singapore (@doverstreetmarketsingapore) on Jul 28, 2017 at 8:51pm PDT
New hats, pants, T-shirts, and bags were presented to the public to celebrate its opening.
A post shared by DOVER STREET MARKET NEW YORK (@doverstreetmarketnewyork) on Jul 28, 2017 at 9:39am PDT
The collaboration line was made for the opening of the Singapore shop, but to celebrate, other DSM stores are offering these exclusive products as well.
Dover Street Market Singapore will be the fourth DSM shop in the world, right after the ones in London, Tokyo, and New York.
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Fans are storming into DSM stores to check out G-Dragon's newest items, even though some of the T-Shirts cost around $480 USD!
Source: The Straits Times, ELLE Singapore


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Top 5 Reasons Disney Fans Should Go See Live-Action Aladdin
Published May 23, 2019 by Disneyways.com
Aladdin basically repeats the exact story line from our animated favorite, yes, it's true. But stay with me here – because I'm going to give you 5 reasons to go see this in the theater anyway. There are glorious parts that I think you'll want to see and hear on the big screen if you are a die-hard Disney fan like I am. We are going to discuss rugs, Elsa moments and some other things to note as well. Fair warning, you may or may not find this review to be "spoiler free." The story has been out since 1992, grossed more than $502 million at the global box office, and led to successful stage productions on Broadway and abroad as well as a North American touring company. Chances are as a Disney fan – you are familiar with the tale!
"Aladdin" opens in U.S. theaters nationwide May 24, 2019. My future daughter-in-law Kelsey and I attended the media screening on May 21, 2019.
The live-action versions of Mary Poppins, and even Dumbo – switched up the story so it was different from the animated versions. If you go looking for that again, you won't see it.
Just the same, here is my list of Top 5 Reasons Disney Fans Should Go See Live-Action Aladdin:
#1 The opening song "Arabian Nights" ~ like you've never heard it before!
The film opens with a version of the song Arabian Nights – but this time – Will Smith is the singer! YES Will Smith is the Genie. I had trouble wrapping my brain around it before I saw the film. BUT, I think if you had any concerns about live-action Aladdin, especially anything Will Smith-related, they will vanish once that first big song kicks in. As a fan of Will's work since way back in the day when he was "The Fresh Prince" … it's safe to say that I have been jamming "Prince Willie Style" for a long time.
For Arabian Nights, I LOVED hearing his voice in full song. Our theater had the volume up pretty loud for the whole film, so it made it extra epic! I got chills hearing Will belt out to the swell of the music:
"Araabiaaan Niiiiiiii-i-i-ghts like Araaabiann Daaaays…."
You can just imagine.
"A Whole New World" and "Friend like Me" won Oscars back in 1992. Why did this one not get one too? "Arabian Nights" is fantastic, so if you enjoyed it in the animated film, I know you are getting me here. By the way, Will Smith as the Genie, did not try to get fancy with the tune or change the arrangement. You're going to recognize it, it stays true to the classic.
Note how in parts of this film, Genie might remind you a bit of Will's character in Hitch.
#2 The CAPTIVATING Magic Carpet
Photo Source: Kirsten Acuna from Insider.com and she got it from Disney
I read and saw as little as possible about this film in advance because I wanted to be surprised. I had no idea that the carpet made a splash and was overshadowing all this talk about Will Smith being the Genie – as early as February 2019. But wow, I totally get it now!! Keep your eyes on the carpet – he is CAPTIVATING!! The detail really presents itself on the big screen of a movie theater. I never knew I could get so excited about a rug.
Speaking of "rugs" Mena Massoud who plays Aladdin…bless his heart… what was going on with his hair in this film? Maybe it's just me and the world that I live in. In case you hadn't heard, I work with Peter Alden, who is a stunning and talented Elvis Presley Tribute Artist with his own natural and beautiful hair – in a time where even the really young "Elvis guys" wear wigs. I don't know if Mena was wearing a wig, or if they straightened is hair in an effort to get it to look more like cartoon Aladdin. But the hair was distracting to me. I feel like they could have done better. Or even just left it alone. His natural hair is gorgeous. Go see this film on the big screen and tell me if you get what I am saying here.
Nooooo….
#3 "Speechless" A Princess Anthem: Jasmine has an "Elsa" moment this time around!
I was so glad to hear Genie's show-stopping familiar songs like"Friend Like Me" and the fantastic "A Whole New World." The new live action remake of Aladdin brings to life brand new versions of all your favorite songs, but it also adds an all-new tune to the mix.
The courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine is portrayed by Naomi Scott. Remember her? She used to be a Power Ranger. Go go Princess Jasmine! She has a thick British accent in real life – but she drops it and you totally forget about it during her role as Jasmine. During this film, she sings a new song called "Speechless."
While watching this in the theater I thought to myself that surely they are trying to recapture the magic of "Let It Go" from Frozen. It really reminded me of that song and the whole Princess Elsa scene. Now that I am researching this whole thing, I have found that there is good reason for that.
The music is by original Aladdin composer, Alan Menken. Jasmine and her storyline with the desire to be free of the constraints of the palace and be recognized for her own abilities was major in the last film – but it's given even more prominence in this one. The title of the song, "Speechless," references the state that that those around Jasmine, like Jafar and her father, seem to want her to remain in. She, instead, wants to be able to speak her mind.
Does that sound a little like "Let It Go" to you?
I am from the (non-feminist) school of thought that Princesses were fine the way they were. But I enjoy seeing the girls shine in the newer films as well. So, to me, it's mostly just nice for Jasmine to get a song of her own, because she never had one in the original animated film. If you recall, Jasmine's only opportunity to sing back then – was as part of the "Whole New World" duet. Unlike many of Disney's animated films, Jasmine is a princess that isn't technically the main character in Aladdin. As I mentioned, she's a bigger deal in this film….and as a Princess fan, that alone was enough to make me happy. Go see Aladdin in the theater just to catch Princess Jasmine on the big screen having her "Elsa" moment! The colors in the film, the music and the thought behind this — are positive — and fabulous.
#4 Aladdin dances Ballywood Style…On the Big Screen!
I'm going to leave that right there. The colors, the movement, the music…enough said.
#5 Prince Ali – fabulous he – Ali Ababwa…
Here comes the THRILLING and VIBRANT part. WOW, it was so beautiful, I almost cried. I can't portray how fantastic this scene was to you in words. It was a moment I was happy that animation became live-action. This alone is a reason all Disney fans should go see this film in the theater, just to fully absorb the splendor. Here's a YouTube video that gives you a couple sneak peeks at what I am talking about.
It is interesting to note that when Will as the Genie sings the original lyrics "brush off your sunday salaam" he changes them to "brush off your FRIDAY salaam" … all I can think of is that maybe he did that because the film will be released on a Friday? Tell me if you know something about that!
I hope you enjoyed reading my top 5 reasons to see Aladdin in theaters! Send me your list when you go see it! Here are some links so you can follow the official accounts for more fun!
Like Aladdin on Facebook: HERE
Follow Aladdin Twitter: HERE
YouTube: HERE
**Please note that I was invited to a complimentary viewing of this movie on May 21, 2019 so that I could bring you this review. My guest and I each had to pay $8 for parking. The free admission and the money we shelled out for parking, in no way influenced my review, and all opinions are my own.**
Production notes:
Hashtag: #Aladdin
Genre: Action Adventure
U.S. Release date: May 24, 2019
Cast: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Marwan Kenzari, Navid
Negahban, Nasim Pedrad, Billy Magnussen
Directed by: Guy Ritchie
Screenplay by: John August and Guy Ritchie
Animation Screenplay by: Ron Clements & John Musker and Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio
Based on: Disney's "Aladdin"
Produced by: Dan Lin, p.g.a., Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a.
Executive Producers: Marc Platt, Kevin De La Noy
New Lyrics by: Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
Lyrics by: Howard Ashman and Tim Rice
Score by: Alan Menken
Posted in: Reviews
Tagged: Aladdin, Animation, Disney, Disney Princess, Jasmine, Prince Ali, Princess, Will Smith
Video: What is it like to meet Hiro and Baymax at Hollywood Studios?
Have you been wondering what it's like to meet Hiro and Baymax at Hollywood Studios?
Check out this video to find out! Click HERE to learn more about Big Hero 6 – get printables and so much more!
Our thanks to ThemeParkConcierges.com for this insider video!
Tagged: Animation, Baymax, Big Hero 6, Character interaction, Disney, Disney World
Disney "Frozen The Songs" Review and Giveaway
Published October 1, 2014 by Disneyways.com
Frozen Summer Fun at Hollywood Studios may have just ended – but that doesn't mean you can't keep the Frozen party going! In a very timely fashion, Disney has just released Disney "Frozen The Songs" on September 30, 2014 – and Disney is sending TWO lucky Disneyways readers a copy of this awesome CD for free! I love this CD because it's got all of our favorite songs from the movie, some fun stickers, and the lyric sheet unfolds to reveal a beautiful full color poster! Check out Disney Music on facebook and twitter.
All photos courtesy of Lori Allinder.
Frozen: The Songs track list follows:
Frozen Heart
Performed by Cast
Performed by Kristen Bell, Agatha Lee Monnand and Katie Lopez
For the First Time in Forever
Performed by Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel
Love Is an Open Door
Performed by Kristen Bell and Santino Fontana
Performed by Idina Menzel
Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People
Performed by Jonathan Groff
Performed by Josh Gad
For the First Time in Forever (Reprise)
Performed by Maia Wilson and Cast
Let It Go (Demi Lovato Version)
Performed by Demi Lovato
Two Disneyways readers will win your very own copy of this awesome CD – sent to you by Disney. We are not responsible for prize fulfillment.
CLICK HERE TO BE TAKEN TO THE RAFFLECOPTER SO YOU CAN ENTER TO WIN!
Contest ends October 4th 2014.
*Disclaimer – I received the product in this post from Walt Disney Records for a review, however all opinions are my own.
Tagged: Animation, Disney, Frozen, Frozen CD, Frozen Giveaway, Frozen Songs
"Let It Go" from 'Frozen' in 25 Languages
Check out this video of "Let It Go" from 'Frozen' in 25 Languages! The Walt Disney Studios recently released the brand-new sequence. A fun thing to do is just listen closely to see if you recognize any of the languages. Then you can watch the video to see what each language is while Elsa sings the song.
Posted in: Just for Fun, News and Events
Tagged: Animation, Disney, Disney World, Frozen, The Walt Disney Company
Free Printable: Do You Wanna Build a Snowman?
Published December 10, 2013 by Disneyways.com
It almost always feels like summer here in Orlando. But, do you want to build a Snowman? Here is a printable Olaf that you can keep with you, even when it's warm out!
Anna, me, and Elsa at Epcot. I am totally obsessed…
CLICK THE PHOTO BELOW TO ENLARGE AND PRINT!
Tagged: Animation, anna and elsa, Disney, Disney World, EPCOT, Frozen, Olaf, Walt Disney World Resort
Video Update! 7 Dwarfs Mine Train Coaster
Published December 9, 2013 by Disneyways.com
My friend John over at BigFatPanda.com published a really cool video update of the progress of construction on the 7 Dwarfs Mine Train Coaster that is located right in the middle of New Fantasyland in Walt Disney World.
Seemingly overnight, there has been an addition of a few scenic elements that we will encounter at the top of the mine train's first lift. When mine cars pull out of the load area, they will go up the track to the top of the mountain, where a crane sits – with two familiar vultures perched on top! These vultures originally appeared in Orlando's original Snow White's Scary Adventures attraction. This is the last stop before the mine train's cars plunge into a mine shaft. Weeee!!
Official word from Disney:
"The lovable world of Sleepy, Doc, Grumpy, Bashful, Sneezy, Happy and Dopey comes to life in spring 2014 when the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train takes New Fantasyland guests on a rollicking, musical ride into the mine "where a million diamonds shine." Inspired by the 1937 Disney animated film classic "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," the fun starts as guests cross a stone bridge and walk through a beautiful forest with the Dwarfs' cottage in the distance, leading to the entrance to the attraction — and immersion into the endearing story of the radiant and kindhearted Snow White and her forest friends led by the lovable Dwarfs.
After passing through an interactive pre-show area with fun activities themed to mining, guests will proceed to the mine train. Just like the iconic movie, surprises are in store! The family-style coaster will feature first-of-its-kind ride vehicles mounted in cradle-like pivots that allow the vehicles to swing back and forth during the ride. Adding to the fun, the journey will be accompanied by beloved music from the film classic and there's a cast of animated figures of Snow White, the Seven Dwarfs and playful forest critters."
Check out John's video below!
Posted in: News and Events
Tagged: Animation, Fantasyland, seven dwarf mine train, Snow White, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Walt Disney Company, walt disney imagineering, Walt Disney World
On This Day in Disney History: November 19th
On November 19th there are a few important Disney birthdays.
Actress Allison Janney, the voice of Peach in Disney/Pixar's 2003 Finding Nemo, is born in Dayton, Ohio. She also supplied the voice of Charlene Doofenshmirtz on Disney Channel's Phineas and Ferb. (Allison is also known for her role as C. J. Cregg on the television series The West Wing.)
Actress Eleanor Audley, the voices of the wicked Maleficent in Disney's 1959 Sleeping Beauty AND Lady Tremmaine in the 1950 Cinderella was born in New York City. Both characters were given facial features to resemble Eleanor thanks to animator Marc Davis.
Writer Imagineer and Disney legend William Cottrell is born in South Bend, Indiana. He was the brother-in-law of Lillian and Wlt Disney. William workde on Pinocchio, The Reluctant Dragon, and Alice in Wonderland. He was also the first president of what is now known as Walt Disney Imagineering.
Posted in: Disney History
Tagged: Allison Janney, Animation, C. J. Cregg, Disney, Disney Channel, Disney World, Eleanor Audley, New York City, The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney Company, West Wing, William Cottrell
On this day in Disney History, November 17th, The Little Mermaid is released in theaters in 1989.
To learn about our interview with Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula, please click HERE.
To see a video of the Little Mermaid attraction in New Fantasyland click HERE.
Tagged: Animation, Disney, Disney history, Disney World, Little Mermaid, Magic Kingdom, The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Characters We Wish They'd Bring Back to the Parks!
On episode #76 of the Disney Parks Podcast Show – Tammy Turner joins us to discuss Disney Characters we wish they'd bring back to the parks. Tammy Turner is your host on the Tiara Talk Show YouTube Channel! She brings you rare and fun interviews with creators of the Disney magic — such as actors, singers, dancers, imagineers and cast members who have worked for the Disney Company over the years! Tammy has such a fun personality and really brought a lot to this episode – we were very fortunate and thankful to have her on as a guest.
At Tammy's request we chose our top 3 favorite characters to bring back to the parks. We kept our answers a surprise from each other until this recording.
Highlights of the show include:
Tammy reveals that a BIG rumor we mentioned on Disneyways recently is definitely true!! Which rumor is it and how is she so sure?
Bonus content – who are Kenny the Pirate's top 5 characters to bring back? Kenny the Pirate is a Disney character expert – so he knows them all!
Info on how you can contact us and let us know about the characters YOU miss seeing at the parks!
Click HERE to listen to the show directly from your computer. Look for the small grey circle with the sideways white triangle inside. Click on that circle and make sure your speakers are on. The show will begin immediately.
Thanks for listening and be sure and send us your feedback! You can check out Tammy's website HERE. Have a magical day!
Tagged: Animation, Arts, Disney, Disney Parks Podcast, Kenny the Pirate, Podcast, Tammy Turner, Tiara Talk Show, Walt Disney Company
Review! Illuminations Special Diets Dessert Party 2013
Published October 31, 2013 by Disneyways.com
You heard us talk about it all year, and the day finally came for the annual Special Diets Dessert Party in 2013!
Click HERE to read the review that I did for WDW News Today. Keep watching DisneyWays and GFDF at Walt Disney World for news on when the next event will be coming!
Tagged: Animation, Arts, Disney, EPCOT, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, Production, The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World


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The Bellamy Bird
Written by: Clare Havens
Narrated by: Virginia McKenna
Categories: Children's Audiobooks, Literature & Fiction
Almbury Manor is the ancestral home of the Bellamy family, who have a priceless heirloom: a golden statue known as the Bellamy Bird, a gift from an Indian Prince. Solid gold and encrusted with precious stones, the Bird is quite priceless.
One Midsummer's Eve in 1931 the statue is stolen, causing the downfall of the Bellamy family and the loss of Almbury Manor. Modern-day siblings Freddie and Jamie, descendants of the Bellamy family, go back in time to try to prevent the robbery and secure their family's future with the help of some mischievous schoolboys, a group of sailing-mad children and a boat called Wren.
Fans of Enid Blyton, Arthur Ransome, Agatha Christie, Madeleine L'Engle and Katherine Rundell will enjoy The Bellamy Bird - from the author of The Bella Street Mysteries and The Constable Country Mysteries.
Read by renowned British actor Virginia McKenna OBE, a British stage and screen actress, author and wildlife campaigner. She is best known for the films A Town Like Alice, Carve Her Name with Pride and Born Free, and for her long collaboration with husband Bill Travers.
Clare grew up in England in a small village straight out of the pages of an Agatha Christie novel (with fewer murders). Clare's Constable Country Mysteries novels were inspired by this village and the writings of DL Sayers, Margery Allingham and Agatha Christie. Writer's Block is the first book in the series, followed by Still Waters and Tailor Made. Clare also writes middle grade fiction. Years spent living in Manhattan and a love of old movies starring William Powell and Humphrey Bogart were the inspiration for the Bella Street Mysteries, which have been described as Derek Zoolander meets Sam Spade or Nancy Drew meets Cruella de Vil. The first two Bella Street Mysteries, The Secret Formula and Doc Gutson's Revenge, were runners-up in the Sydney Writer's Word Festival. The third book in the series, The Fat Lady Sings, completes the trilogy. The revised stories are available in The Bella Street Mysteries Trilogy.
©2014 Clare Havens, Bacon & Eggs Media (P)2018 Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd, Clare Havens
Literature & Fiction Time Travel Mysteries
"If you've loved Swallows and Amazons, Just William and Agatha Christie's Poirot stories, this book is for you." (Sophie Neville, actress and author)
"Wonderful characters abound...I don't think it gets any better than this!" (Bella Street, author)
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The smallest hint of a garden has begun popping up around the house, as the bulbs I planted a month or so ago have recently started to bloom.
These varieties will naturalize and spread, and should eventually blanket the hillside with blooms. It's not much, but it's a start!
YAY!!!! Blooms are such a promise.
Lovely…I wish mine would come up soon.
Congrats on the flowers! How pretty.
So beautiful. I look forward to seeing a couple nice signs of spring. We woke to 2 inches of snow this morning. It will go and lots has already, but it seems so slow in spring arriving this year.
We're fortunate enough to have wild crocus, snowdrops and bluebells growing on the banks and verges around our croft here in Scotland. It's a lovely time of year, especially when it snows and the blooms poke up through the shallower drifts.
Those are beautiful pictures. The first signs of color get me all worked up to get my hands dirty.
I just ended up at your blog, and I love your posts and photos. Looking forward to hearing more about your adventures.
we are starting to see a little green here and there too. 🙂 Isn't spring great!
wow–just stumbled onto your blog and feel like you must be my long-lost sister–building a house (we're building on), a self-professed cookbook hoarder (i have that disease too) and someone who is trying to live a simpler life (i'm trying, but i'm not sure it's working yet…) i hope you'll be "back" and write some more posts again soon!
I'm not sure that spring is ever going to come here this year. We still have snow forecasted for tomorrow.
I hope you have much more up by now.
I can't wait to see the blanketed hillside! Isn't spring so wonderful? It always arrives just in time to save s from forever hating winter!!
Enjoying what I've read thus far.