As I stare at this computer screen I'm still reeling from this book and the end of this stunning trilogy. It took me several hours to finally compose myself enough to write this review, simply because at times I was at a loss for words.
As a reader, there are so many stories that you come across that make you laugh, stories that make you cry, and some that even make you cringe in fear or clench your fists in anger. There are some stories that leave you thinking about them for days with the dreaded book hangover. But then there are those stories that reach deep down into your heart and leave an imprint on your soul. Almost Alive and this entire Trilogy is one of those stories. This final installment of the Beautiful Dead Trilogy, this last chapter of Winter's story is one that will leave you both heart-broken and enraptured.
What I've learned from Banner's writing is that every detail, every simple act, every action in his story-telling, in his writing serves a bigger purpose. Nothing is meaningless and in time it all comes full circle. Banner wrote a story about living, about life by telling it through the eyes of a character who had lost theirs but was given a chance for another of a different kind. It's by far one of the most brilliant stories I have had the joy of reading.
Banner does not disappoint with this last book and despite my desire to summarize all the challenges, the discoveries, the revelations, the heartache, the forgiveness and the love experienced in this last book; I won't. I won't because this Undead Almost Alive journey, Winter's journey is one that you, the reader, need to experience in all its wonder, all its pain, all its compassion and all its tenderness.
If you take the plunge and find yourself on this journey with Winter; I hope that in the end you find yourself as enamored as I was. I hope Winter, John and the rest of the characters in this book leave their little mark on your heart, and I hope that Banner's writing opens your eyes to the beauty that is everything around you.
His eyes smolder me and he runs a rough, weatherworn hand through my hair. It's so strange, to look into his eyes and, in all honesty, not be able to tell alive from dead, dead from alive … I've been in this changed world so long, it makes so little difference anymore.
"This is so dumb, all of this. Why are we suffering?" He gets to his feet, pulls me up onto mine. "Come."
"Who cares," he says, a smile playing on his face. "Wherever it is, I'll race you there."


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Mushers bring dog sledding to the masses in Maine
The owners of Heywood Kennel in Augusta are sharing their knowledge of the sport.
By Deirdre FlemingStaff Writer
AUGUSTA — When Boy Scouts of Troop 907 hooked themselves up to the wooden sleds and started pulling one another around the fields behind Heywood Kennel, pandemonium broke loose among 30 dogs. But in a good way.
"They're saying, 'No, you're not doing it right!'" said kennel co-owner Lindy Howe with a buoyant laugh.
Pups tethered to small wooden sheds stood on their dog houses and howled, just as eight recently run dogs in a nearby field barked and whined, clearly voicing disapproval. The exercise was aimed at teaching the Boy Scouts about a dog sled team's needs, but it only perplexed the dogs.
The scout troop was at the kennel to learn about sled dogs, something only one of 16 young men from Lewiston and Auburn had experienced before, said Troop Leader Robert Reed.
Howe said this traditional sport and lifestyle is foreign to many in southern Maine. Since last year, she and partner Kevin Quist have become the go-to dog sled educational program in Central Maine, if not the entire state.
"So many people come here and say, 'Now I can cross this off my bucket list.' We hear that a lot," Howe said. "But the big thing is we want to educate them about the dogs. So many people expect (our Alaskan huskies) to look like Siberian huskies. But these guys are endurance runners, like marathon runners. They can run all day because they're lean."
Often brown with black and white markings, the Alaskan husky is not a formal breed but a type of dog defined by its activity, chiefly running long distances. Howe and Quist have 30 of them. And they use their sled dogs to educate people on the lifestyle of sled dog owners, the sport, and the constant care needed by the dogs.
Many dog sledding touring businesses take clients on multi-day trips. But not everyone can afford to learn about sled dogs this way. Howe and Quist have focused their outdoor education program on the masses, bringing their dogs to state parks, recreation areas, and even the arboretum in Augusta where they give tours almost weekly in winter.
The couple was teaching about sled dogs in Aroostook County. But when a kennel went up for sale in Augusta, they moved south a year and a half ago.
Now the former high school teachers enjoy being busy in the thick of Maine's populated areas, among dog sledding neophytes.
"It hadn't really taken off up north. There just weren't the people up north. Down here we've been very, very busy. Already this year, we've introduced hundreds of people to it because of the early snow we got," Howe said.
On Monday they taught the scout troop for three hours, and then as the scouts left they welcomed a birthday party arriving at the kennel for the same lesson.
The three-hour orientation to the sport was colored with time with the dogs, a simulated "Iditarod" quest through the fields, lectures in dog care and, of course, a ride through snow-covered open fields that really showcased the power of these tiny pups.
After the dogs lurched the sled forward in frantic excitement at the thought of getting to work, they immediately dropped the pace down to a trot. As they left the gated field, they could be seen moving at a 3-to-4-mile-per-hour gait, synchronized in effortless motion.
These small Alaskan huskies, each standing just 2 feet tall, were an image of strength and canine charisma.
Troop mother Julie Herrick said the dog sled lesson was eye-opening.
"I didn't know how much care they required, and how much training and preparation was needed before a race. It takes a lot of care and commitment. And it was great to see the dogs on a ride.
"They look like they're having fun. They really do. They look like they're smiling," Herrick said.
Staff Writer Deirdre Fleming can be reached at 791-6452 or at:
Twitter: FlemingPph
Friday's high school girls' roundup: Scarborough knocks off Cheverus
Giant crane assembled to help build state's tallest building in downtown Portland
Portland police identify driver of vehicle killed in crash on Washington Avenue

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Q&A Time: Realtime Ultrasound in the Clinic?
"Based on this, I can conclude..... we still need to do movement testing"
This Q&A Time regarding realtime US is from a commentary on the last Guest Post Top 5 Fridays from last week. The response from the author, Dennis was so good, I thought I would post it here, since it also echoes my thoughts.
"As a current PT student this was very interesting and relevant for me. I recently went to a lecture on diagnostic ultrasound and the possibility of PTs using it. I actually brought up the same point you did about how diagnostic tests can be useless and often do more harm than good. But I was wondering about your thoughts on the possibility of PTs doing them.
The benefits I see is PTs could control the message and perhaps allay some of the fears patients have when they receive a diagnosis. It also could add legitimacy as well. There is something about seeing seeing a clinician use a piece of equipment like that that could change the perception of patients.
First, I have only heard a few lectures on diagnostic ultrasound, so I most definitely don't consider myself an expert on the topic, but I seemed to have gotten enough info to see its potential clinical applications.
So the quote I was talking about (from Dr. Perry Nickelston) is "Pain only tells you there is a problem, it does not tell you what it is." If a patient complains of pain over a certain area, it doesn't necessarily mean that that area is the source of pain (and most likely it isn't). Therefore, ultrasounding that area to see what that structure looks like wouldn't provide you with info that you could then use to develop your treatment plan. It doesn't give you the "why," it just tells you what that structure looks like. And as therapists, we want to treat the "why."
Even if a patient gets a placebo effect from you using a cool medical machine (and I am fully aware that happens), is it worth your time to set everything up, image multiple structures (because you know patients complaints tend to be vague), and then just tell them, everything looks ok (even if it doesn't, because you don't want your potential placebo effect to become a nocebo effect)!?
You talked about adding legitimacy to our evaluation and I get where you are coming from, but rather than just use a cool-looking machine I think you can go a different route to get it. I feel the best way to capture a patient (and I do realize it's not the only possible way, but I think it applies to the majority of patients) is through pre-test, treament, post-test (and subsequent education). If you can get the patient to feel or move better then you are on the right track. I guess if a patient feels better after your treatment you could do an ultrasound to show them how structures are moving differently (which would also require a before ultrasound of however many movement patterns you have the patient perform), but you are going to waste a lot of time doing this. Many times in the medical communitty we are the first ones who actually treat the patient, and while this is unfortunate for the patient (and a sad fact of the medical community), it tends to make us look like a hero at times. So in my opinion, the best way to add legitimacy is, simply, to get people better.
With all that being said, I do think diagnostic ultrasound will continue to have a bigger and bigger role in the medical community - just not necessarily ours. I think it will take the place of MRIs in some diagnoses as it is cheaper, less time-consuming, and gives you similar info (all music to insurance companies' ears). I also think it should be used by the orthopedic community when giving injections. The research on doctors' efficiency of putting an injection in a particular area is eye-opening (they are not nearly accurate as they think) and real-time ultrasound makes that essentially fool-proof. Another use is the breaking up of calcific deposits - the clinicians who do this seem to get good results. The PTs that will probably use ultrasound the most are those in the research world as it is relatively cheap, quick, and provides images of how structures are moving As a very recent example, the Rocktape course had some really cool and powerful ultrasound videos.
Hopefully this helped, if not, just let me know.
Thanks again to Dr. Dennis Treubig, PT, DPT, SCS, SFMA, CSCS! These thoughts really echo my own when it comes to this in the clinic. For research, I think it's pretty fascinating, for the clinic, the ROI plus chances of nocebo outweigh the benefits. I think it would reverse streamline your efficiency in the clinic, or we would end up having PTAs or a entirely new sort of tech would do it so we can focus on evaluation and treatment. In the end, it is most likely not needed in a majority of cases. Remember your leash, if a patient has zero improvement in 4 weeks, refer out.


Treat Your Feet With These Home Foot Spa Massagers!
A foot spa is a nice way to treat yourself and relax in the privacy of your own home. But trying to decide which is the best foot spa for you may not be a relaxing process.
With rollers, vibrations, jets, heat, lights, and a whole cornucopia of other features available, finding one with the features you need at a price you want may seem like a hassle.
To help make the process of sorting through all of your options easy, we have created this buyers guide.
To start you off, I am going to show you five spas that we have researched and reviewed. This will give you an idea of your available options.
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These are the top rated foot spas we've found to give the best results. Have a look and see which one best matches your needs.
The Ivation foot spa includes a powerful vibrating massage with motorized rollers so you can sit back and let the foot spa do all the work.
Combined with the oxygenating bubbles, this foot spa helps not only to work out the soreness and pain in your tired feet but it also can help to improve circulation and allow you to relax more deeply.
It works great with essential oils and aromatherapy as well, which can add to the relaxing environment.
The labeled fill line on the inside will show you exactly how much water to put in so that it doesn't bubble over or spill, causing a mess.
Though it doesn't specifically say you can use Epsom salt with it, we tried it a few times and I didn't have any problems.
The digital display also has buttons that allow you to turn the bubbles on and off, as well as the massage; these are two separate settings. There is also a temperature control that allows the water to get as warm as 122˚F.
The temperature controls allow you to choose a comfortable temperature for you, as well as help to combat against swelling. Overall, we felt this to be the best foot spa.
This MaxKare foot spa offers two powerful hydro jets that push streams of water into your feet to help them relax. There are three settings to control the speed of the water stream coming from the rotating jets.
With built-in heating, your water will remain warm for as long as you plan to sit there and enjoy the relaxing massage. This product even comfortably fits men's size 14 feet with still a little extra wiggle room.
There are two rollers that work on the arches in your feet as well as a removable pumice stone to help get rid of dead skin and calluses. The tub also come with a cover to help prevent unwanted messed caused by splatters.
Several members of our product test team tried out the MaxKare Heated Foot Spa and found it not only relaxing, but simple to operate.
Being able to customize your foot spa experience is a great feature. If your looking for the best foot soaker, the MaxKare Aqua-Jet is for you!
Though you can't adjust the settings individually, there are three preset programs that combine the three features of this foot spa in a relatively good set of variations. This allows you to customize your experience of these features fairly well.
The Foot Spa Bath Massager features a red light at the heel of each foot to promote blood circulation as well as rollers and nodes to further massage the feet.
It also has wheels and a hose for easier draining which is really nice if you have to move it around full of water.
The high-frequency massage actually sends vibrations throughout your body, not just your feet, helping you to further relax and ease the tension in the rest of your body. In our opinion this is the best foot bath, hands down!
The Dr. Scholl's Invigorating Pedicure Foot Spa is designed slightly different from many others that are available as it doesn't have rollers and/or nodes directly under your feet.
There are holes for the bubbles which provide a nice circulation in the water.
There is a single wheel and nodes in the very center of the foot spa so you can move your feet up one at a time and use this feature but it is manual.
Many people don't want manual but the plus side to this design is that you can let your feet rest on the smooth surface of the bottom of the foot spa and you don't have to worry about painful nodes preventing you from fully relaxing.
There is also a 5 piece pedicure kit included so after you soak your feet, you can use nail clippers and a brush to make sure your feet are nice and clean.
Then for the ladies you can use the toe separators to paint your toenails and all of that stores in a nice little drawstring bag.
This foot spa was definitely a hit among the ladies that tried it out for us, with the pedicure kit that comes along with it. With features slightly different from others on the list, it may be the best home foot spa.
The HoMedics Foot Salon Pro Footbath heats water from cold to 98˚F in just a few minutes and keeps the water at a steady temperature. This is great for easing the tension in your feet after a long day on the job or even if you have chronic foot pain.
The vibration massage, the rollers, and the bubble features all work together very well with the perfect water temperature to really help you relax and ease muscles and foot pains. It can also help to reduce swelling and increase blood circulation.
The pedicure center, located in the center of the foot spa is a really great feature. With a rough and smooth pumice stone, a brush, and a massage roller, you can really have beautiful feet with a little bit of work.
There is also a built-in storage compartment on top of the foot spa for the pedicure tools and a splash guard to cut down on splashes and spills.
Overall, this may be the best foot spa massager that is easy to use, easy to clean, and has great features.
Now that you have had a chance to look at some great heated foot spas that are tried and true, maybe you still don't know how to narrow down your choice to the perfect one.
This buying guide will help you decide on the one that will give you the best experience.
Which of these basic features are "must haves" when deciding which foot spa is perfect for you?
Generally, these are included in most foot baths unless you are getting something that closely resembles a bucket with just a few nodes and maybe a roller.
The vibrations and bubbles serve two general purposes: they add to the massage you are already getting from the rollers and nodes and they help to increase blood circulation.
Though they aren't necessary, even cheaper models typically have at least one, if not both. But the higher quality foot spas will almost always have these features.
Some home foot spas require you to add hot water if you want hot water and they will not keep the water warm. This means that you won't be able to soak your feet for extended periods of time.
If you hope to soak your feet for a good 20 minutes or longer, the heated foot spa is probably a good thing to consider.
This can refer to a few parts of the foot spa. The massage rollers, the temperature settings, and the vibrations and bubbles can all be manual or automatic.
Some of these features, like the massage rollers, mean you have to do a little more work if they are not automatic because you actually have to move your feet across the rollers to get a massage.
If a temperature setting is automatic, you have no control over how hot or cool the water is. The more options you have, the more expensive it will likely be but some of these features are probably worth it.
One of our favorites features were automatic rollers, they provided the ultimate experience in relaxation.
A: This really depends on the specific product. If you intend to use Epsom salts with your foot spa machine, you will probably want to make sure to buy a product that is approved for use with Epsom salts.
If not, you could risk damaging the spa and you don't want that to happen since this is an investment in your relaxation.
Q: I have big feet, can I still use a foot spa?
A: It's a good idea to check the exact measurements for the different foot spas that you are considering but most of them are suitable for feet up to men's size 12.
Some are even big enough for men's size 14. Just double check the specific product information, especially if you are closer to the size 14 range.
Q: Are foot spas for women only?
A: No! Of course not! As long as you have feet and they are smaller than the recommend size for the foot spa, you can certainly use one and reap the benefits of an at home foot spa.
In fact, they are great for anyone who spends all day on their feet, men and women alike. Home foot spas don't discriminate so choose one with the best features for you and enjoy some at-home relaxation.
Q: How do I add/empty water from the foot spa?
A: Most foot spas have a similar design. Usually, there is a hole or a hose at the bottom or back of the foot soaker that allows for water to be easily drained and even added to the foot space.
Some require you to fill it from the top with a bucket of water in the sink or bathtub. Some people choose to fill it this way because they like to start with hot water instead of having to wait for the water to warm up if the spa comes with an automatic heater.
Again, this differs from product to product.
Q: Are foot spas loud?
A: Some spas tend to be louder than others and certain features like water jets can make a bit more noise than others. They are not quiet unless all of the features are just manual (i.e. foot rollers that you have to move your feet across).
But they are designed for relaxation purposes so generally speaking, they aren't too loud. You could enjoy reading a book or watching television or even have a conversation without having to shout over the sounds of the foot spa.
But keep in mind that some are louder than others.
Most foot spa massagers come with a kind of roller or a raised surface on the bottom of the tub. You will need to decide if you want to have to move your feet around to get the benefits of this feature or if you want one that will automatically rotate that you can turn off and on when you please.
Some people argue that it isn't very relaxing when you have to move your feet around but, that is for you to decide.
Most foot spas come with several different features but the fully loaded ones will probably cost a tad more – it may be worth it for you to consider more features.
Decide which features you want and focus on the foot spas that have those features. For example, some foot spas have heaters while other require you to add hot water. Water jets, lights, and additional pedicure tools are just some other features to consider.
Decide how much you are able or planning to spend on a foot soaker, and only look at foot spas that are equal to or below your acceptable budget. If you have a bit of flexibility, start with a mid-range price.
Then you can look at some that fall a little below that price and even a few that are a couple of dollars over that price. Remember your budget.
Now that you have this helpful buying guide at the ready, you have a good starting point for where to begin your shopping adventure. In no time you will be soaking your feet in your brand-new bubbling foot spa while sipping a cup of coffee or tea, if you prefer.
You will be relaxing and enjoying your money well spent, because you took some time to do a little research before making your purchase. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and enjoy your relaxing foot bath.
I hope this guide was helpful for finding the best foot spa to fit your needs. If you want to comment or recommend a spa I didn't include, please use my contact form to get in touch.
We felt the Ivation Foot Spa Massager offered the best combination of features, quality and value.


"This parking enforcement officer comes every day to make sure only gym members are using the gym carpark," writes a reader. "But parks in the only parking space reserved for disabled gym members."
Once, a colleague politely asked if she could ask a question. I muddled up "fire away" and "go ahead", telling her to "go away".
I was complaining that I'd printed something on the wrong type of paper while also answering a call. I said "good afternoon, yellow paper" and then immediately hung up in embarrassment.
In a bistro in France, a friend had some lovely pea soup. With genuine enthusiasm she loudly declared "you can really taste the pea-ness".
Someone remarked on how big the cat is to me the other day and I meant to say "he's like a panther" while deciding against saying "I hope you don't mean fat" and I actually said, "He is my father".
I answered the phone at work and instead of saying "Can I help you" or "Please hold for a moment" I said "Can I hold you?"
Once forgot a colleague's name in a meeting, my brain completely froze, so I just pointed and said "this woman". Mortified.
A reader writes: "For years, I have noticed that when I turn the page of a book, any capital Z (but not lower-case) on that page leaps out at me. A friend of mine, a voracious reader, reports the same lifelong experience. Is my eye drawn to it because it is the first letter of 'Zealand', or is there some other explanation? The shape of the letter does not seem unduly attention-grabbing — no more, say, than X or even O. Do other readers have the same experience, I wonder? And does it vary by nation: do Germans see 'D' (for Deutschland) or Americans 'U'?"
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Philosophy, M.A.
University rank #301 (ARWU) Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Louisiana State University offers the Master of Arts in Philosophy, with thesis and non-thesis options.
The M.A. in Philosophy offered by Louisiana State University enables students to discover whether they should pursue the Ph.D. and prepares them for admission to doctoral programs as well as for a wide variety of careers. As the only graduate program in philosophy at a public university in Louisiana, one of its aims is to assist students who have not had the opportunity to complete an undergraduate philosophy degree.
The M.A. in philosophy should help such students to develop the necessary background as well as to determine whether to pursue doctoral level studies. The faculty, therefore, welcomes qualified and motivated students who lack extensive undergraduate work in philosophy.
The program in philosophy at LSU offers a wide range of courses covering:
fundamental philosophical questions
Course include:
Contemporary Moral Problems
Symbolic Logic
Philosophy and Popular Culture
Philosophy in Literature
30 alternative credits
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The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks. Read more about TOEFL®PBT.
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Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
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Bosman peut désigner :

Justice
 L'arrêt Bosman est une décision de la Cour de justice des Communautés européennes (1995).

Patronymie

 Andrea Bosman (1979- ) est une coureuse cycliste néerlandaise ;
 Charne Bosman (1975-), athlète sud-africaine ;
 Herman Bosman (1985- ) est un joueur de rugby à XV sud-africain ;
 Herman Charles Bosman (1905-1951) était un écrivain et journaliste d'Afrique du Sud ;
 John Bosman (1965- ) est un ancien footballeur néerlandais ;
 Jean-Marc Bosman est un footballeur belge ;
 Patrick Bosman (1994-) est un coureur cycliste autrichien ;
 Werner Bosman (1988-) est un nageur sud-africain.

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Patronyme germanique
Patronyme néerlandais

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3 American Scientists Win Nobel In Medicine
London: Three American scientists have won the 2017 Nobel Prize in Medicine for their discoveries of molecular mechanisms controlling the circadian rhythm, the prize committee said in a statement on Monday.
The scientists - Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W. Young were able to peek inside the human biological clock and elucidate its inner workings. "Their discoveries explain how plants, animals and humans adapt their biological rhythm so that it is synchronized with the Earth's revolutions," said the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institute, in a statement.
Using fruit flies as a model organism, the scientists isolated a gene that controls the normal daily biological rhythm. Their findings revealed that this gene encodes a protein that accumulates in the cell during the night, and is then degraded during the day. The paradigm-shifting discoveries by the laureates established key mechanistic principles for the biological clock that helps to regulate sleep patterns, feeding behavior, hormone release, blood pressure, and body temperature.
Chronic misalignments in this clock, as a result of our lifestyle and our external environment, is associated with increased risk for various diseases as well as the temporary disorientation of jet lag that travellers experience while shifting between different time zones.
Hall was born in New York, Rosbash in Kansas City, and they both worked at Brandeis University. Michael Young was born in Miami and worked at Rockefeller University.
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AMARAVATI: The Mangalagiri Mandal Revenue Officer on Wednesday issued a COVID-19 notice to the Telugu Desam Party office located in Amaravati advising the office managers to take adequate preventive measures during its proposed 'Mahanadu' meet as part of the initiatives to contain the spread of coronavirus.


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The 'Mr Worldwide' Of Wrestling: The Mike Bailey Story
Taking advantage of your surroundings has always been a reliable source of success in the wrestling industry, but even more so in this current climate than in recent years. With established promotions in Japan, Mexico, England, Ireland and more, if you're willing to pack your bags and go across seas you could get some vital recognition.
'Speedball' Mike Bailey is the perfect modern example of how you can ideally execute this travelling tactic. With his recent appearances in GCW and Impact, Bailey's finally beginning to receive the fandom he's deserved for his commitment to the business. It's been a long journey for the Canadian but it's one that shouldn't go unnoticed, let me enlighten you.
Despite Canada being a notable factory of world class professional wrestlers, it's not got the most appealing scene in terms of actual places to wrestle. Due to this, Bailey didn't have the most decorated accolades in his home country. Fortunately for him though, he managed to find his feet in PWG in 2015, as many other rising stars did in that era. Bailey had some really entertaining encounters during that time with the likes of Kenny Omega, Drew Galloway (Drew Mcintyre), and the most well-received of the bunch, his bout with Roderick Strong from 'PWG Mystery Vortex III: Rock And Shock The Nation'.
In November of that year, he'd also make an appearance in the Mexican AAA promotion, competing in a tag team match. This would be just a teaser as to the influence that Bailey would have on the wider wrestling world. The Bailey World Tour would be in full force between the years 2016 – 2021. We'll divide this into sections, detailing his time in the various different countries he competed in throughout the set time frame.
England would be Bailey's second home for many years as he fought in RevPro, WCPW, Riptide & Fight Club: Pro. Whilst in RevPro, he'd face the best the business has to offer in Will Ospreay, Zack Sabre Jr, PAC, and fellow young guns such as Michael Oku. As for WCPW, his stint in the 'Pro Wrestling World Cup' was short but had its moments to make it a worthwhile viewing experience. Add to that a bout with KUSHIDA that also took place in WCPW, and a fierce war with the 'Ring General' himself WALTER in Riptide, it's no surprise as to why Bailey has such a prominent and dedicated fanbase in England.
Countless wrestlers have had dreams of travelling to Japan for wrestling purposes, and if you're familiar with the rich history and plethora of talent the country obtains, you can probably understand why. Bailey himself ticked this achievement off his list after making various appearances in DDT Pro Wrestling, which is famous for giving both Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi the spotlight they needed to reach the next step in their prestigious careers. Although he didn't have the same quantity of bouts in Japan that he did in England, he still produced some interesting battles.
In late 2018 he faced the current AEW TNT Champion Sammy Guevara and another man that has previously stepped foot inside an AEW ring, Konosuke Takeshita, who is now currently the world champion of the DDT promotion. Bailey also formed a very enjoyable team with MAO, whom we can only hope have a reunion in the future! It's also worth noting the encounters Bailey had in Germany and Ireland, for both wXw and OTT respectively. It's important to take into consideration that these two countries aren't necessarily huge wrestling consumers, so for Bailey to make a name for himself in both of these locations is quite the remarkable feat.
And with that we reach this current point in the wrestling timeline, and Bailey is at the peak of his powers in America, dominating the Indy scene and building himself up in Impact. There's no slowing down for him either, as he's scheduled to be extremely busy this week for Wrestlemania week.
It's the year of 'Speedball' ladies and gentlemen, so strap in and join us for the ride, as we bask in the brilliance of Mike Bailey.
Speedball's Wrestlemania Week:
As per tradition with WrestleMania week, we are presented with a thrilling selection of match-ups and shows throughout the duration of the week. It's a hectic time for Indy performers particularly with this being the hottest period of the wrestling year for promoters in the States, and few names have received more bookings than Bailey himself. It's not shocking that he's this sought after considering he's been arguably the most prominent worker on the US Indy scene Today, but the quantity of upcoming bouts he's involved in is absolutely preposterous. I'll give you a rundown of the matches, but don't say I didn't warn you…
Mike Bailey vs Yuya Uemura (Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 8) (March 31st)
Bloodsport has built a reputation of being a barbaric event and this year appears to be no different. This may not be your standard Bloodsport war, but it'll be really exciting to witness Bailey take on a future star of NJPW in Yuya Uemura.
Mike Bailey vs Bandido (Mark Hitchcock Memorial Super Show) (March 31st):
You may have noticed the image earlier in this piece that displayed both of these men inside a wXw ring, they've had battles all over the world and the chemistry is always off the charts. There's a $5000 match of the night bonus for this show, and if I was a betting man I'd be putting my money on this one earning that achievement (and that's saying something considering how freakishly stacked this show is !).
Mike Bailey vs Effy (Zicky Dice's Outlandish Paradise) (April 1st)
One of the downsides to WrestleMania week is that with the various amount of events available, it can be very costly. You won't have that issue here however as you can sit back and enjoy this show for free on Twitch!
Mike Bailey vs Jay White (NJPW STRONG LoneStar Shootout) (April 1st)
Oh boy this is going to be marvellous, it could very easily end up being the most stupendous match of the week. The US of Jay Open Challenge has produced some fantastic fights, most recently Jay White vs Swerve Strickland, but this could turn out to be the best one yet.
Mike Bailey vs Alex Shelley (Impact Multiverse Of Matches) (April 1st)
Although Bailey was originally scheduled to compete in an Ultimate X match on the same show, plans changed which led us to this dream match. In his brief return to Impact, Shelley has not missed thus far and you'd imagine he'll deliver yet again here.
Mike Bailey vs PCO (GCW Joey Janela's Spring Break 6 Part 2 – The Greatest Clusterfuck) (April 2nd)
Not quite sure what to expect here, but there's bound to be some fun mayhem with PCO involved.
Mike Bailey vs Davey Richards (WrestleCon USA vs The World) (April 2nd)
A veteran of the American Indies taking on a newcomer. There could be a good story told here, and undoubtably a great match too
Mike Bailey vs Cole Radrick (UP Mulligan) (April 2nd)
Bailey ends this chaotic week with a chance at gold as he aims to defeat Cole Radrick for the Unsanctioned Pro Heavyweight Title.
What a schedule that is. Bailey is so determined and motivated to show his class to the world and you've got to respect the dedication the man possesses. If you were unaware of Mike Bailey and his work before reading this and are interested in seeing what all the hype is about, try to tune into at least one of his bouts this week, you won't regret your decision. I'll leave a timetable below that Bailey himself created which contains all of the shows he'll be appearing on with a time slot
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Below is a list of places of worship in Harrogate, North Yorkshire by denomination.

Baptist
Harrogate Baptist Church

Church of England

Christ Church, High Harrogate
St. Aidan's High School Chapel
St. James' Church, Birstwith
St. John's Church, Bilton
St. Luke's Church
St. Mark's Church, Harrogate
St. Mary's Church, Harrogate, now known as Kairos Church
St. Peter's Church, Harrogate
St. Robert's Church, Pannal
St. Wilfrid's Church, Harrogate

Methodist

The Methodist churches in Harrogate are all part of the Nidd Valley Circuit in the Yorkshire North and East District, formerly (before 2017) part of the Leeds District.
Bilton Area Methodist Church
Harlow Hill Methodist Church
Killinghall Methodist Church, Ripon Road
Pannal Methodist Church
Starbeck Methodist Church
Trinity Methodist
Wesley Chapel
Woodlands Methodist Church

The former Wesleyan Chapel on Grove Road, now a guest house, is a Grade II listed Italianate building, dating from 1896.

Roman Catholic

St. Aelred's Church, 71 Woodlands Drive
St. Joseph's Church
St. Robert's Church

United Reformed
Bilton Grange URC, Woodfield Road, founded in 1906 as a 'Church Plant' from Victoria Avenue Congregational Church, with services initially held in temporary premises on Skipton Road now known as the "Jehovah's Witnesses Hall".
St. Paul's Church, Victoria Avenue
West Park United Reformed Church, Harrogate

Other
Christadelphians, Pannal Memorial Hall, Station Road
Harrogate District Hospital Chapel. The chapel is located on the ground floor of Harrogate District Hospital, near Littondale Ward.
Harrogate Elim Church, Park View. An Elim Pentecostal Church, the church has been meeting in Harrogate since 1952 and is part of the Elim Foursquare Gospel Alliance.
Harrogate Hebrew Congregation (Harrogate Shul), St Mary's Walk. The first Harrogate synagogue was established in 1918, using rooms over an antique shop in the Montpelier Quarter. The community moved to the current site (a former church school building) in 1925. The present building was opened in 1968.
Harrogate New Life Church
Latter Day Saints Chapel, Wetherby Road
Life Destiny Church
Mayfield Community Church
Society of Friends Meeting House, Queen Parade

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Civil society comments on Kenya's "Draft Dynamic Spectrum Access Framework for Authorisation of the Use of TV White Spaces"
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Comments in Response to the Public Consultation on the Draft Dynamic Spectrum Access Framework for Authorisation of the Use of TV White Spaces
Submission Date: 17th April 2020
On the 3rd March 2020, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) invited all stakeholders to submit their comments with respect to the Draft Dynamic Spectrum Access Framework for Authorisation of the Use of TV White Spaces. The following organisations are herewith submitting their comments with the common objective to help create a quality and affordable telecommunications service to all Kenyans, especially those in rural and underserved areas :
Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet)
Tunapanda
Association for Progressive Communications
Internet Society
Rhizomatica
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is a key enabler in achieving Kenya's vision 2030, which aims to transform the country into a globally competitive, middle-income, knowledge-based economy. Last year the government launched the "Big Four" agenda, which has four priority areas drawn from vision 2030. These are food security, affordable housing, universal healthcare and manufacturing.
In the last decade, Kenya has experienced growth in the ICT sector, with the government investing in critical infrastructure such as fiber optic cables, which connect Kenya to international fiber networks. In addition, the government also connected each county to the national fiber optic backbone. Even with the progress, 48% of Kenyans, especially those living in rural areas, still remain unconnected to mobile networks. Fixed-line and wired networks are beyond reach for most Kenyans; this is indicated in the latest released statistics for the last quarter of 2019 in which the total broadband subscriptions from all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) combined was less than half a million.
In the absence of affordable and reliable internet connection, Kenya's rural population, who are mostly youth, will lack the skills and tools that can enable them to contribute and participate in the knowledge-based economy, thus impacting negatively the achievement of the country's vision 2030. During these tough times of the global COVID-19 pandemic has reemphasised the importance of connecting every household in Kenya to ensure access to essential government services, digital healthcare and education.
We welcome this opportunity to contribute to the work of the CA in such an important process.
Click here to continue reading the full set of comments, or on the "Download" link on the right.
Community networks
Decentralised web
Local access and community networking
TVWS
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Blu-ray Review: Johnny Handsome (1989)
The main source of inspiration for director Walter Hill's 1989 work came from the adaptation of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three novelist John Godey's previous book The Three Worlds of Johnny Handsome. However, within the first act of this Film Noir tinged work, black and white movie fans are apt to find similarities between Handsome and WB's Humphrey Bogart vehicle Dark Passage.
Sharing not just the similar premise of a crook who undergoes plastic surgery with his own agenda to settle a score but also the same sort of frame composition of a near subjective camera during the first critical thirty minutes, Hill places characters directly in the center of the screen as though we were watching them speak through our main character's eyes. And throughout Handsome, he deftly balances classical filmmaking techniques with the far grittier world of Neo-Noir.
While in the '80s Rourke was no stranger to Film Noir homage, having turned in a small but vital performance in Lawrence Kasdan's Postman Always Rings Twice and Double Indemnity flavored masterpiece Body Heat, he's given a greater showcase to fascinate and frustrate viewers in screenwriter Ken Friedman's spin on the Godey novel.
After his best friend and near surrogate brother is murdered by the partners who double cross them in a score planned as a favor by the ironically nicknamed Johnny Handsome (Rourke) because he was born with massive cranial disfigurement to a drug addict mother, Johnny winds up in prison once again as a two time offender that Officer Drones (Morgan Freeman) can't wait to put down for good on his third strike.
Similarly after he winds up brutally stabbed by an inmate no doubt hired by one of the villains who turned deathly greedy during the opening heist, a kind surgeon (Forest Whitaker) offers Johnny the chance to start fresh in order to not only save his life but turn it around as well by giving him a brand new face as well as name.
Although Drones is skeptical and seems determined to crush Johnny with everything from an insult to sabotaging any chance he has in the future, Whitaker's crusading physician specializing in reconstructive surgery puts him under the knife in a series of drastic operations that wind up turning Johnny into... well, someone truly handsome.
Eventually given speech therapy, psychological evaluations and a work release agreement, Johnny returns to life on the other side of the bars, finding love for perhaps the first time ever with cute accountant Donna McCarty (Elizabeth McGovern) while working at a nearby shipyard.
Yet despite the fact that Johnny seems to be heading in the right direction perhaps for the first time in his life, he nonetheless still can't manage to forget what happened to his best friend. Quickly, he assimilates himself into the lives of the two people who double crossed him before in order to get revenge.
Sharply written and crisply executed with moodily atmospheric Louisiana visuals, Rambo producers Andrew Vajna and Mario Kassar's underrated character driven Noir gem may wander into '80s violent excess from time-to-time but overall Johnny Handsome remains a solid throwback to its easily distinctive Noir inspiration.
Just like the 2010 Blu-ray release of another forgotten '80s crime thriller To Live and Die in L.A., the debut of Hill's Johnny Handsome in high definition is a very welcome addition to a Noir fan's movie repertoire.
And even though unfortunately the print transfer is subpar and looks like the equivalent of an upconverted DVD, hopefully, the release of the picture in time for Rourke's new film The Expendables will serve as incentive for both devotees of the actor and those looking for a smartly executed crime film to hunt it down amidst the shadows of a moonlight Louisiana night.
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Q: svn: E175002: connection refused by the server We're looking into moving our source control from SourceSafe (yes, seriously) to TeamForge and I'm trying to connect TeamCity to TeamForge (collab.net) but Test Connection is failing with:

Error connecting the specified URL:
svn: E175002: connection refused by the server
svn: E175002: OPTIONS request failed on '/'

I've been googling on and off for the last few days and tried various things such as -Dsvnkit.http.sslProtocols=SSLv3 and -Djsse.enableSNIExtension=false
and today updated to TeamCity v9.1.5 (Java version: 1.8.0_66) but still fall at the first hurdle.
For info, TeamCity is behind a corporate proxy server where both TeamCity services run as a domain user that can get through the proxy (got this working for NuGet restore).
Any suggestions as to how I can get this working?

A: I have discovered that svnkit uses its own proxy settings: proxy settings for subversion

By default SVNKit uses proxy settings from the servers configuration file that is located in the default SVN run-time configuration area.
Default configuration area is located at ~/.subversion on Linux and OS X and at C:\Documents and Settings\userName\Application Data\Subversion on Windows.

When creating a VCS Root to Subversion, TeamCity offers a couple of settings under SVN Connection Settings, a checkbox Default config directory and a text box Configuration directory.
I unchecked the default directory and pointed the Configuration Directory to the directory created as described below.

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*Create a folder within TeamCity: C:\TeamCity\conf\Subversion

*Create a file in this folder named servers (no extension) with the following content:

http-proxy-host = proxy.example.com
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how do so many people coordinate themselves?
what the heck is python/apache/postgresql/eclipse?
how do these kinds of visualizations get made - where does the data come from, how do you make programs that put those sorts of graphics on your screen, etc?
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what might it be like to be a contributor in each project?
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West Hollywood Preservation Alliance
To identify, protect and preserve the historic, architectural, and cultural resources of West Hollywood
History of West Hollywood
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Alliance Urges Planning Commission to Reject Palm Avenue Project
November 20, 2020 / WHPA Editors
927 Palm Avenue (Ed Levin)
Preservation Alliance board member Susana Miller spoke to the West Hollywood Planning Commission on behalf of the board and Alliance members. Here's what she said:
Good Evening, Commissioners. I am Susana Miller of West Hollywood speaking on behalf of the West Hollywood Preservation Alliance on whose Board I serve —
Unfortunately, not much has changed during the past three years to lessen concerns that both the Historic Preservation Commission and the community have previously raised about the massing….the height…..the look and feel…. and the impact on cultural resources and on the environment of this project in our historic Old Sherman neighborhood.
The HPC first voted 4 to 1 to not recommend a certificate of appropriateness for the project. Then three years went by until this past July when the HPC's 3-3 vote again resulted in no recommendation to you. Such lack of support is distressing and NOT alleviated by the findings in the resolution.
You should reject the resolution to approve the project because:
1. The proposed development does not meet the National Park Service's guidelines on New Construction within the Boundaries of Historic Properties. Those guidelines say that new construction should not be permitted on the same property if the new construction would obscure, damage, or destroy character-defining features of the building or the site. Such new construction should not remove a landscape feature that is important in defining the historic character of the setting such as the vegetation and open space that have been present on the property since the days of Old Sherman.
2. Federal Standard 9 for Rehabilitation as a Treatment says that: Related new construction will not destroy historic materials, features, and spatial relationships that characterize the property. The new work should be compatible with the historic materials, features, size, scale and proportion, and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment.
It's important to note that the parcels of land upon which the two historic bungalows sit are themselves rare remaining examples of residential life ….on relatively large plots of undeveloped land that were typical in Old Sherman. WHPA believes that the setting has NOT been compromised as the resolution findings state.
Furthermore, a City Architect's report for your Commission Design Review Subcommittees stated that From a scale perspective, the building looms over the bungalows… and the form of the structure is a block mass.
"Looms" and "a block mass" are not terms that instill public confidence. Let's preserve not only the historic structures themselves but also the last vestiges of the physical and spatial environment of Old Sherman. Please do not approve this ill-conceived project.
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Like any school, it has its positives and negatives. Here I have had some of the best teachers ever, who I love, but I've also experienced the worst teacher I've ever had. The AP capstone program here is very good and all the teachers that I've had for AP classes have been amazing! Because it's a Catholic school, you're required to go on religious retreats which junior and senior year are an amazing, life changing experience. Certain departments however can be very disorganized, I've had a different counselor every year which worries me for working with the counseling department during college application season. I feel that there could be better guidance for the path to college. Social life here can be "clicky" but it is very diverse here which is one of my favorite things about the school. One of the biggest flaws of the school has been poor administration, and multiple problematic staff members. The campus itself is great, and beautiful.
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We researched many high schools, private and public. My son felt the most comfortable at this school. It is very diverse and in my opinion, more representative of real life. Kids need to be around a diverse student body, this only enriches their education and life experience. The staff has been very responsive and accommodating to any questions and concerns. My son feels safe and supported at this school. Not to mention the campus is absolutely gorgeous - it's like going to school at a resort, but make no mistake, there are tough rules and the administration and staff sustain and enforce them, which is all the more reason to love this organization. Highly recommend!
Bishop Alemany High School is a fabulous high school with everything your student needs to blossom into a well-rounded and prepared young adult. We have had a great experience at Bishop Alemany - the teachers are wonderful, knowledgeable and supportive, the faculty is kind and caring, and the administration displays fantastic leadership and encourages a supportive community. I can't imagine my student learning and flourishing in any other environment or at any other school in the area. I'm so happy we made the choice to go to Bishop Alemany!


Unless you're willing to gamble $30, I do not recommend buying a bottle of this without wearing it first. Notice I said "wearing", and not "sampling". That's because this fragrance smells very different when you wear it, as opposed to going to a store, spraying the back of your hand, and spending the next few hours pressing your snout against your hand.
When you smell Ambré Baldessarini up close, it smells really good, like this dark, spicy, mysterious oriental. It reminds me of Michael Kors For Men, but without the tobacco note. Wearing it is a completely different story. First off, this is a really subtle perfume – don't expect much projection with it. It's a skin scent for sure, so others will have to get right up close to you to be able to smell it. Second, it smells a lot less mysterious and dark when you wear it around. I basically smell a small hint of warm amber, with some light spicy and fruity notes on top of it. I also smell some pointless white musk, which contributes nothing of value to the fragrance. It's a pretty light scent, which is surprising for perfume called "Ambré".
And that's about it. Ambré Baldessarini is merely an okay fragrance, not bad, but nothing special either. I think it smells better on a smelling strip than wearing it around all day. There's nothing particularly unique about it – lord knows there are a ton of other oriental fragrances with freaking apple and spicy notes in them.
Overall, my opinion on this scent is, "Eh". I'll keep wearing it and see if my opinion changes after a few more wearings.
I've never been too interested in this brand and it doesn't sound like Ambre will do much to change that. I am, however, interested in smelling Baldessarini Ultimate as it sounds like it may be a decent fragrance from some of the Fragrantica & Basenotes reviews. Not easy to come by in the UK though...!
Someone said I should get this because I was looking for a spicy apple pie fragrance.


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Start your day with lemon and lime juice in your water or be more adventurous with blood orange, grapefruit or mandarin with mint.


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Bookend Chronicles: Lords Of Dyscrasia review
Bookend Chronicles consistently weaves thoughtful context with excerpts to provide helpful reviews. It just posted its comprehensive review of Bookend Chronicles: Lords Of Dyscrasia (Link). I copy/paste the text below since it should help potential readers decide if they want to tour the Underworld:
For years, the movie industry has inundated us with some of the most graphic, disturbing, horror-laden tales of terror on the silver screen. It would be quite a rare occasion for a story to cause a deep stir in a desensitized mind. But once in a while, a story is constructed that motivates the mind and gets the wheels once again turning in anticipation.
Such is the Lords Of Dyscrasia by S.E. Lindberg.
Lindberg depicts an intensely savage and volatile world within the pages of Dyscrasia. It is a persistent plague that invades the blood and changes the human genome forever. Doctor Grave desperately seeks to save the long bloodline of his sick queen.
"The lifeless embryos exhibit the disease explicitly. The stillborn mutants present eldritch traits, all unique and terrible. Beaks and downy feathers adorn the avian ones. Translucent, soft-shell exoskeletons wrap the invertebrate insectan type, which are always infected with worms."
The disease has sunken into every crevice of daily life. It is no longer an aberrant anomaly, it has become an accepted form of life. Yet there is an unspoken hope that still exists.
"Anyone who could conquer this disease, which is rooted in the fabric of the Land, must be likewise terrible. Perhaps there will be a hero, a warrior who will vanquish dyscrasia, only to usher unforeseen horrors into this world—horrors that will make us all suffer so much we will wish dyscrasia to return…"
Endenken, the leader of a dying culture, wrestles with his own personal demons. Expected to abide by the traditional rules of his people, he must make difficult decisions in a world strife with the disease. His decision will mark the beginning of an end.
"Their blood was sacred. They had few left to carry it. And it was Endenken's turn to inherit the burden... And the masked grotesqueries swarmed him now, their human frames transfigured by ornate markings and hollow eldritch skeletons."
The gruesome tale continues and illuminates the struggle within the bonds of humanity. An edict of the soul resounds throughout the pages of this nightmarish other-world with spots of dark humor. Lindberg has created an alternate reality that forces the reader to expand the limitations of their imagination.
We must further open our own minds and perhaps even edify our own traditional definitions of religion, belief, and faith.
The illustrations contained are morbid works of art, continuing to tell an epic that is both compelling and fascinating. Even the cover provides a sense of expectancy.
S.E. Lindberg lives near Cincinnati, Ohio. He works as a microscopist, and has spent two decades practicing chemistry.
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Sword and Sorcery Movie Trends - Quantity and Quality
Movie Queue: The last few years I have been capturing lists of forthcoming Sword & Sorcery movies (Link to IMDB :Sword and Sorcery: Past and Future Listings). Moving beyond that, in an attempt to capture a list of past Sword and Sorcery movies, I assembled a Pinterest Board.
This exercise made me realize that I had missed seeing Roger Corman's 1980's Cult Classics movies: DeathStalker I,II,II, IV, the Barbarian Queen I,II, and the Warrior and the Sorceress (there are even more, most merely recycle footage). Amazon has a collection deal, in which I can get 4 of those. Would it be worth my time/money (6hrs/$18USD) to complete this gaping hole in my life? How essential are these B-movies toward developing a well-rounded S&S groupie? I have since ordered the movies...and will be watching them soon...more on that below.
Therapy: I had turned to the Sword and Sorcery group on Goodreads for some biased advice. There author Bruce Durham directed me toward a great website that details what elements Sword & Sorcery movies are expected to have, and has a great list of movies listed by release date. To see the trends over time I graphed a histogram:
Quantity - Movies per Year
Trends: The trickle of movies in 1960's and 1970's was notably composed of Ray Harryhausen's classic clay-mation masterpieces (Jason and the Argonauts, Sinbad movies). The trends show clearly how John Milius's 1982 "Conan The Barbarian" movie, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, inspired a lot of others; it had followed closely on the heels of "Clash of the Titans," Ray Harryhausen's last animated masterpiece. Some featured new perspectives, like Excalibur, Fire and Ice, and Legend...and were good enough to enhance, not dilute, the genre (another blogger tackled the 1980's category thoroughly-link).
Unfortunately many "Conan clones" generally lacked in quality. Well actually, even Arnold's next Conan film, "the Destroyer" was more cheese than it was entertainment...and the 2011 Conan reboot with Jason Momoa (which, despite a good performance from Momoa) had a blatant disregard for basic story-telling. The 2010 reboot of Clash of the Titans and its sequel 2012 Wrath of Titans were lackluster (a third film is in development, for what that is worth). So with all this, should we have hope that quality fantasy will return?
Future of Hope: Yes, fans should be hopeful. Peter Jackson's excellent treatment of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings in 2001 seems to have sparked another surge. With the excellent translation of George Martins Game of Thrones on HBO (being a series and not a movie, that is not captured in the graph), Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy in progress, a live action version of Fire and Ice in the works, and even a sequel to Solomon Kane brewing...we have reason to beleive that the portfolio of Sword & Sorcery movies will grow in quantity and quality. In fact Dealine.com reports that "Legend of Conan ~2014" intends to redeem Conan's credibility:
"There are no plans for Momoa to return. Morgan said that in his mind,The Legend Of Conan not only skips over that film, but also the 1984 sequel that Schwarzenegger starred in. The direct link is to the original, which was directed by John Milius from a script he wrote with Oliver Stone."
Deathstalker: Anyway, as we await new flicks, I find myself checking out the old ones I had missed. I do not expect much. There is a stunningly hilarious and through review of the Deathstalker series on cinemassacre.com from 2010 (embedded video below). It dissects the absurdity of the series, even going as far as to quantify the ratio of fight scenes to women's breasts shown per movie. Of course, I have not seen the movies yet, but have just received them by mail and I am mentally prepared now. What is sad is that many of these had great covers by artist Boris Vallejo, which promised to deliver serious Sword & Sorcery. Great marketing I suppose.
Boris Vallejo covers for the Deathstalker Series
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Tarra Khash: Hrossak!: Tales of the Primal Land - Review by S.E.Lindberg
The Compleat Khash: Volume One: Never a Backward Glance by Brian Lumley
S.E.'s rating: 4 of 5 stars
Sword and Mythos - too Entertaining to be Horrific: Vintage dark fantasy spawned in the early 1900's from the work of pen-pals R.E.Howard and H.P.Lovecraft; though it seems rare to find quality Conan-Mythos mash-ups. If they exist, they are usually in singular short stories, not represented by a series of books or a continuing character. That's where this book comes into play. A group-read on "Sword and Mythos" themes sponsored by the Sword and Sorcery group on Goodreads.com led me to Brian Lumley's take on this weird fantasy niche.
Lumley dumps a barbarian (Tarra Khash) into mythos milieu (world of Theem'hdra) in a set of three books (~28 tales total). The series has been printed at least twice, most recently under the brand "Tales of the Primal Land" from TOR books. The first in the series is a prequel that sets the stage for Tarra Khash's adventures (the last two volumes). The second, the subject of this review, is the first about Khash (aka "The Compleat Khash: Volume One: Never a Backward Glance" …or "Tarra Khash: Hrossak!: Tales of the Primal Land" by TOR in Kindle and paperback…more on book versions below).
Tarra Khash has a go-with-the-flow attitude; generally has conflict with evil sorcerers and is indirectly aided by a third party god. Lumely's World of Theem'hdra is full of gods (celestial entities, collosal insects, vampyric shapeshifters). Most of these tend to like Tarra, and aid him on his quests. His goal is often to regain possession over his sword. He also finds himself constantly incarcerated (in caves, gibbets, pits). It has all the hallmarks of good fantasy: weird creatures, bloody battles, divine intervention, and tales worthy for bards to sing about. My favorite chapter was "Ch 4: Curse of the Golden Guardians" when Tarra Khash ventures into a subterranean shrine of Cthulthu, and the eldritch god is not just mentioned in passing…but assumes an integral part of the adventure. Contrived coincidences keep these stories very entertaining, but reduces the horror element expected of Lovecraftian Mythos fiction (keeps this from a 5 star rating). This is highly recommended for fans of Michael Shea's Nifft character: Nifft the Lean.
Availability: Unlike most Sword & Sorcery this yarn of short stories continue developing linearly (one tale directly flows to the next). They could be read out of order, but work well as chapters. This volume was good enough for me to track down the other two.
The TOR books (~2006) "Tales of the Primal Land" series all have maps, which are nice; also available in Kindle format. Die-hard bibliophiles will want to consider tracking down the earlier editions (~1994) illustrated by Jim Pitts and published by Ganley (Ganley ebay storefront..or try Abebooks.com). The Jim Pitt illustrations are nice and reminscient of 1990 Olde World Warhammer-Trademark of Games Workshop, but strangely the Ganley Books (at least the Compleat Khash Vols 1 a& 2) do not include a map (I even had a "Deluxe" version #214/300 signed but author and illustrator… but this awesome edition still was mapless).
#0 (Prequel): House of Cthulhu ; The House of Cthulhu and Other Tales from the Primal Land
#1 (Tarra Khash Adventures-1): The Compleat Khash: Volume One: Never a Backward Glance…or …Tarra Khash: Hrossak!: Tales of the Primal Land
#2 (Tarra Khash Adventures-2): The Compleat Khash: Volume Two: Sorcery In Shad… or …Sorcery in Shad: Tales of the Primal Land
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6 Minutes: Fumbling around in the fuse box trying to figure out which breaker cuts power to the kitchen.
3 Minutes: Fumbling around in the dark because I flipped the wrong breaker.
10 Minutes: Digging through the closet looking for an extension cord to run a light to the kitchen so I can see what I'm working on.
5 Minutes: Emptying out the contents of the light fixture box onto the living room floor.
20 Minutes: Pulling down the old light fixture.
3 Minutes: Yelling at the old light fixture because it won't come down.
2 Minutes: Yelling at myself because I cut the source wires too close to the junction box, thereby complicating the rest of my evening.
1 Minute: Deciding I can do this without the instructions.
43 Minutes: Trying to wrestle the new fixture into place.
2 Minutes: Realizing I probably should have read the instructions.
5 Minutes: Stripping wires with a razor blade.
15 Minutes: Waiting for my finger to stop bleeding.
7 Minutes: Waiting for my cordless drill to charge.
18 Minutes: Arms over head. More wrestling.
3 Minutes: Letting the blood rush back into my arms.
2 Minutes: Steph letting the blood rush back into her arms.
Highlight of my St. Patrick's Day? Definitely driving to work this morning, looping around the Music Row roundabout, and looking up to see that the infamous statues had donned KILTS!!
Jury is still out on whether or not this was simply a St. Patty's Day prank, or if someone is trying to make a statement against unclothed bronze people.
Picture thanks to Morgan Levy / Nashvillest. More available here.
TRUE FACT #1: I enjoy cooking from time to time. Which comes in handy because I tend to get hungry about 3 times a day.
TRUE FACT #2: The 'Rigatoni D' at Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant is the best pasta dish ever.
That said, I set out this weekend with one goal in mind: to recreate Maggiano's Rigatoni D to exacting standards and relish in wonderful Italian food. Actually I just Googled for a Maggiano's Rigatoni D recipe, found one, and threw all of the ingredients in the same pot.
I was incredibly pleased with the result. It tasted amazing! News flash for any of you other Rigatoni D fans though… not the healthiest dish on the planet. There's a half stick of butter and a 1/2 quart of heavy cream in there. Edible heart-attack. Tastes good though.
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Who Is Winning the War? Update on Copyright Lawsuits
You might have thought that greedy entertainment execs would have gotten the message and backed off. Especially after Tanya Andersen, a single mom, who was sued by the RIAA for "stealing" songs on the Internet, got the RIAA to very publicly drop their case against her - with an award of attorney's fees that compensated Ms. Andersen's counsel for his time at $325 an hour.
It seems incredible, but just a few years ago the trade organization behind all the major music companies was employing strong-arm tactics against thousands of alleged music downloaders, including letters demanding that the recipient fork over $4,000 to $5,000 immediately, or risk financial ruin. Not surprisingly, this approach, and the legal tactics required to pull it off, backfired.
Happily, the RIAA has since late 2008 abandoned the strategy of threatening to sue music's biggest fans. The turning point may have been in April of 2008, when Business Week recounted how disabled single mom Tanya Andersen was standing up to these bullies.
But the wrong-headed tactics that totally backfired against the music business have recently reappeared in some of the shadier corners of the porn and independent film worlds.
In just the past 18 months, a few disreputable indie film producers have hired a law firm that appears to be using the same legal tactics (strong-arm people who have downloaded files from torrent sites) that failed the RIAA.
Making money from threat and harassment is not how most lawyers operate. And to my knowledge it's never really worked as a way to make money for mainstream film producers. But a small firm of lawyers (one of them actually named "Grubb" ) have gone into business with some shady film producers (e.g., Philippe Martinez and his sister Karinne Behr), offering to set up a website to collect from a list of names extracted using tactics that a federal Judge recently called "inexcusable."
Apparently, Dunlap Grubb and Weaver have begun offering no-risk money for producers of failed indie films, using tactics that resemble those used by the RIAA and subsequently refined by Dunlap et al in a squeeze they've used against people who are alleged to have illegally downloaded porn films.
Dunlap et al know (from their own experience) that threats of public humiliation - especially when made by very aggressive lawyers - have reaped serious money for some attorneys and for some porn producers. It's said that even innocent people have forked over more than a thousand dollars when they've been accused of illegally downloading porn.
Dunlap, Grubb, and Weaver also know just how to ask courts for subpoenas - to obtain names and addresses of people who have visited torrent sites - knowing that, once they've got such a list, they can use it to get frightened defendants to settle and avoid further (more public) embarrassment.
Unethical lawyers could use the discovery process to generate a list of names that could be intimidated into payments - without ever proceeding to trial (where thorny issues like jurisdiction and proving who downloaded what might come up). But one of the steps in that scheme - getting a judge to approve expedited subpoenas to go rummaging in the records of Internet Service Providers ("ISPs") without expeditiously proceeding in court against identified defendants - has recently come under fire from a judge in a Federal Court. In early June 2011, Federal Judge Robert Wilkins of Washington, DC blasted the conduct of Dunlap, Grubb, and Weaver (in a suit involving a film called "The Expendables" where the subpoenas were languishing), calling it "inexcusable."
Now, whether Dunlap, Grubb, and Weaver can continue using their tactics (honed in porn lawsuits) is an open question. According to a report in arstechnica "all of Dunlap's other cases besides the porn films are totally dead."
This can't be good news for Philippe Martinez and Karinne Behr. That's because their production company, West Bay, has hired the "inexcusable" Dunlap et al to go after thousands of alleged illegal downloaders of their failed film, "The Steam Experiment" aka "The Chaos Experiment."
If you care about fair business practices in the movie business and the abuse of the legal system, you might want to follow the careers of Philippe Martinez, Karinne Behr, and Dunlap, Grubb and Weaver. If you've received a letter from them, you might also want to remember that, in a similar battle with the RIAA, Tanya Andersen came back even stronger: She counter-sued the RIAA for legal fees and for "conspiracy, negligence, and abuse of the legal process."
Posted by Randy Finch on Saturday, July 02, 2011