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"Kiss me Once" – Kylie
The definitive 'Kylie Sound'; it's what Kylie herself and pop obsessives everywhere are desperate to identify, capture and then immortalise and never has this felt more apparent than on "Kiss Me Once", her twelfth studio album. Her biggest hits are studies in expert song writing, of-the-moment production and perfect execution. From "Hand On my Heart" to "Slow", "Spinning Around" to "Can't Get you Out of My Head", all effortless sounding pop from an artist who has more than proved her worth as a leader in the field. This album sees her again working with some of the most de rigueur and established writers and producers available with reclusive pop extraordinaire herself, Sia Furler, curating the entire project. Kylie's first album for Jay Z's Roc-A-Fella has not come cheap it, seems. Three albums worth of songs have been recorded over the album's two year creation and many have deemed not worthy of inclusion. For example none of the collaborations with Minogue's new partner on the reality talent show The Voice, will.i.am, are here, a cause for celebration for some. So what exactly has made the finishing line and does the Kylie Sound of 2014 live up to some of her previous heady years? Yes and no.
The first half of "Kiss Me Once" is indeed the most problematic and some of it is best got out of the way as quickly as possible before the really good stuff starts to cut through and rise to the sheeny, shiny surface. Lead single "Into the Blue" is smart and solid -- very much a 'Kylie' song -- and contains a string section that is uplifting and vocal phrasing and beats that are certainly in keeping with current chart fodder. It is however disappointing in its overall niceness and lack of originality. Kylie's best songs have also incorporated the unexpected with the familiar and for a song leading us into a new era it is not exactly encouraging. There are then two songs which both, at Sia's insistence, contain the word 'sex' (a third follows later of a different standard entirely) and almost suggest the onset of a concept album. "Sexy Love" comes first and is a wholly derivative Daft Punk/Chic/"Holiday" hybrid which has tons of sunny Kylie enthusiasm in the place where the song should be. "Sexercise", a Furler co-write, follows and is the most cynical three minutes here. It's a focus-grouped, trend-chasing attempt at maintaining her Grindr demographic in addition to securing just one more USA hit, urban style. It's horrible and if you liked Madonna's "Hard Candy" weaker moments that it may just be your favourite.
Pharrell Williams, currently as ubiquitous a producer as Sia is writer, thankfully comes to the rescue with "I Was Gonna Cancel". Seems Williams understands the Kylie DNA better than he did Madonna's. A joyous, confident and supremely carefree disco tune that has a nice pinch of 'fuck you!' about it. With its "I Want Your Love" bassline and bells that resemble Blondie's "Rapture", this is the first song here where Kylie sounds like you might expect her to given the diverse talent that features here. "Feels So Good" is airy, electronic pop that is both enveloping and aloof in its purpose. It's a cover version of the Tom Aspaul song "Indiana", produced by new kid on the block MNEK, with its dreamy chord progression and Kylie's translucent vocals is one of the best things here. Ariel Rechtshaid of HAIM and Sky Ferreira fame ups the ante further on the tense and metallic "If Only". Vocal samples are slowed down and sped up and disorientate and muddle and the drums pound like a sci-fi "Hounds of Love". Truly dynamic and modern sounding with Minogue's coolly enunciated,heartbreaking admission -- 'if I set you free and you actually came back to me…if only'. The final song in the sex trilogy "Les Sex" is another triumph. Written by the brilliant and underrated female electro star MDNR, it is a music box sweet and then a squelching and whacking camp delight.
Enrique Iglesias, following The Hurts and Neil Tennant before him, is allocated duetting honours on the deceiving ballad "Beautiful". It's deceptive because of its highly vocodered vocals and soulless machines suggesting something macabre and narcotic, when it is in fact excruciatingly sentimental and dull; a low point indeed. "Fine" is a handbag house type affair with lyrics suggesting a positive outlook equals a positive life cliché. It's not the most adventurous song Kylie has ever made and like a lot of the songs here (see also "Million Miles") it does a perfunctory job of producing workman-like album tracks. This leaves the one other Sia Furler penned song, the title track, "Kiss Me Once". Given Sia's song-writing style which is now becoming recognisable – dots can be joined that connect "Diamonds" to "Perfume" to "Pretty Hurts" – "Kiss Me Once" is unmistakable only as a Kylie song. Lush and dreamy, romantic and multi-coloured, it will be become a favourite for many. Kylie herself sounds re-assuring and warm and the bells and the beats that surround her balance out any concerns of mawkishness. It is a performance and song that could have come from the best of Minogue's PWL years, the Cathy Dennis sessions of "Fever" or her first album for Deconstruction; a Kylie Minogue song for all seasons, beautifully realised.
If there is a comparison to be made between this and another of Kylie's albums then it would be 2007's "X", another album that suffered from a long gestation period with many songs being recorded with a myriad of producers and writers and then a patchy final track-listing that lacked cohesion and quality control. Like "X", "Kiss Me Once" also features some of the best material that Minogue has put her name to but also some of the worse. Only on her best but not most successful album, 2009's "Aphrodite" (executive producer, the extraordinary Stuart Price) was this problem averted with a collection of expertly judged songs that formed a tight and unified vision of pop superiority. There is always a degree of good will placed at Kylie Minogue's tiny feet, she appears loved by many in an industry that excels in back biting and a desire for always younger, fresh talent and a general sense that the UK, her biggest audience, do not want to see her suffer or to fail. 'Kiss Me Once' is not going to change that and is a crowd pleasing but uneven effort at maintaining her status as pop's eternal princess. Her more interesting songs, of which only a couple appear here, have always hinted at a darker and more introspective and experimental Kylie; maybe it's time now for her to embrace this side and allow us more than just the glimpse that she's permitted over her 27 year tenure.
Posted by prestonj on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 9:05 pm
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"Feed me Diamonds" – MNDR
MNDR is best known for being the shared lead vocalist on Mark Ronson's last album's first single, the eccentric "Bang Bang". She is as charismatic a singer and performer as her vocals and video presence confirmed in this 2010 hit for Ronson and it's taken 3 years for her full-length album to arrive. Her oldest song "C.L.U.B", oddly re-titled "U.B.C.L" here, originally released in 2009, still sounds innovative and fresh and like the shockingly-ignored (at least commercially) Cocknbullkid, MNDR has the ability to write a pop song and become the kind of interesting pop star that once upon a time would have actually charted and been on TOTP. These days though, due to a uniformity of sound that doesn't seem to want to budge (stadium dance or Adele), when it comes to Top 20 success she unfortunately doesn't stand a chance. But let's not worry about that, some of you reading this won't even know what TOTP is and there are a thousand ways to promote music in 2012.
MNDR and her invisible partner in musical crime Peter Wade have made a brash, fashionable electronic dance album but thankfully its roots are in more traditional, song-based pop melodies. "#1 in Heaven", (or Evan as MNDR endearingly pronounces it and not the similarly-titled Sparks song in case you're wondering), is a big, euphoric singalong 'Tell them I'm smiling, send them my greetings' she joyfully refrains in a song that I would love to see in the top ten. The appropriately speeding "Faster Horses" shares equal billing as the best song here and "Stay" is based round a "Funky Drummer" loop, a sample used ad infinitum in late 80's dance music, and adds a little shading to the overall pretty frantic pace and is the definition of the perfect album track. "Fall in Love with the Enemy" opens with a teeth-gnashing snyth that sounds a lot like a metallic "Hey Big Spender" and continues to dominate and charm in equal measure.
"Burning Hearts" is an equally angular but more glacial track that really highlights MNDR's personality with its cascading 'oh, oh, oohs' and perfect middle eight. All these little but so very important touches demonstrates that she understands pop in a way someone like Robyn does and Cheryl Cole doesn't. Vocally she is sometimes reminiscent of Kim Wilde and readers who know what TOPT stands for will also remember "Chequered Love" (I wonder if I can get this on tape?!). "Feed Me Diamonds", the title track, has the feeling of being an important song to MNDR and it does have a grandness and drama that anchors the album with some very eighties clanging and clattering going on before a middle tempo groove is established with the best vocal performance on the album.
The last quarter of the album is not as strong and the final songs start sounding like any electro indie female artist from the last 5 years or so; not bad but not up to the standard of the brilliant first half. I hope that MNDR finds a way to promote this album effectively as there is more than a hint of star quality here and I would like to hear it develop. And it actually gets an extra half a star as well.
Posted by prestonj on Monday, August 27, 2012 at 6:33 pm
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Hammond police issue alert after woman, girl raped within 2 weeks of each other
HAMMOND, Ind. (WLS) -- Hammond, Ind. police have issued an alert after a woman and girl were raped within two weeks of each other.
The attacks occurred on July 26 and August 8 in the 6700-block of Grand Avenue and in the 7400-block of Arkansas Avenue, police said.
In both incidents, the victims were out walking when a suspect approached them, forced them into an alley and raped them.
The suspect in both cases was described as a young black male, 5'7" to 5'10" with an average build, police said. The suspect was wearing a dark hoodie and shorts in both instances and investigators believe the same person could be responsible in both crimes.
"The detectives with our special victims unit are working diligently to locate the suspect. We would like to encourage the public to be aware of their surroundings and never walk alone when possible. Also, trust your instincts. If you think you are being followed, get to a well-lit, busy area," said Hammond Police Chief John Doughty.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Hammond Police Detective Sergeant Chris Matonovich at 219-852-2963.
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Elon Softball Phoenix Takes CAA Series at UNCW
WILMINGTON, Va. – Senior Kara Shutt moved to second all-time in school history in career hits as the Elon University softball took its Colonial Athletic Association series at UNCW on Sunday, April 8. The Phoenix won game one of its doubleheader versus the Seahawks, 4-0, to clinch the series, but saw a late lead evaporate as UNCW took a 5-4 decision in the finale at Boseman Field.
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Elon (20-18, 4-5 CAA) moved to fourth in the league standings with its second CAA series victory. UNCW fell to 2-7 during CAA play and 12-21 overall. This was also the first league series win for the Phoenix over the Seahawks since 2015.
Shutt moved past Alaina Hall '17 for second on the program's all-time career hits list with her six-hit outing between the two games. The Greensboro, N.C., native now has 236 career hits and trails only Tomeka Watson '13 on the program's all-time career list at 258.
Game One: Elon 4, UNCW 0
The Phoenix took the early lead in the top of the opening frame. Shutt led off with a double to right center before she crossed home plate on a one-out RBI single from Ally Repko. Repko would advance to second on the play via a UNCW error, but she would not move any further as the Seahawks recovered to induce the next two outs.
Elon added its second run in the top of the second. After the first two batters were quickly retired by the Seahawks, the Phoenix had runners reach on a walk and a hit-by-pitch. Shutt provided the second run of the game for the Phoenix on a base hit to right center, scoring Walker Barbee as Elon took a 2-0 advantage.
A third run was plated on the scoreboard for the Phoenix in the top of the third. Elon answered with two outs again as Erica Serafini took a 2-2 pitch and blasted her second home run of the season on a solo shot to left field. The round tripper put the Phoenix ahead 3-0 over the Seahawks before the end of the third.
Elon continued its theme of plating a run with two outs in the top of the fourth. Katrina Martin reached on a leadoff double to right center before eventually moving to third on a fly out to center. Shutt came through again on a RBI single to center, enabling Martin to score and put the Phoenix ahead 4-0.
That would be enough run support for Phoenix starter Kenna Quinn. The sophomore righty held the Seahawks' offense from making any real threats in the opening game, scattering four hits in the complete-game shutout. She also added four strikeouts while improving to 5-4 on the season.
Shutt went 4-for-4 with a double, her 13th of the season, and two RBI. It was her second four-hit game out of the last three contests. Repko had a season-high three hits going 3-for-4 while Serafni added her second home run of the season. Overall, the Phoenix had 10 hits in the game, its seventh double-digit game of the year.
Game Two: UNCW 5, Elon 4
A two-run top of the third opened the scoring for the Phoenix in the nightcap. Tia Mitchell opened with a single to right field to give Elon a runner on. Shutt drove a double into right center pushing Mitchell across the dish for the first run of the game. Shutt advanced to third on the throw to put her closer into scoring position. It would pay off on the next at bat as Hannah Olson's single to left put the Phoenix ahead 2-0.
UNCW got on the scoreboard in the bottom of the fifth. The Seahawks had two runners on after a two-out walk with Lacey Fox coming to the plate. Fox roped a ball to left field where it dropped and allowed UNCW to score a run to bring its deficit to one with runners advancing to scoring position. Elon would recover to force the final out on a fly out to second, but saw its lead sliced in half after the fifth.
The Phoenix added two runs in the top of the seventh. Shutt reached on a one-out double and moved to third on an Olson single. Olson moved to second on the play to give the Phoenix runners in scoring position. Repko drove in Shutt on a RBI single through the left side to push the Phoenix's lead back to two, 3-1, before a fielder's choice added another run to give Elon a 4-1 advantage going to UNCW's home half of the frame.
The Seahawks rallied with a four-run bottom of the seventh to prevent the sweep. UNCW led off with a single before back-to-back RBI doubles brought the Seahawks within one, 4-3. A bunt single gave UNCW runners at the corners before the game was tied at four-all on a single up the middle. A sacrifice bunt moved runners into scoring positon before the Seahawks earned the walk-off on a fielder's choice to complete the comeback, 5-4.
Both teams were tied with 10 hits each in the game. Shutt, Olson, Repko and Martin had two hits to led the Phoenix at the plate. Shutt added two more doubles in the game increasing her season total to 15 and her career total to 57, three shy of tying the all-time CAA career record.
Hailey Jomp (0-1) took the loss in the circle for Elon after relieving starter Abby Barker in the bottom of the seventh. Barker threw 6.0 innings and surrendered six hits and two runs with a strikeout.
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Elon continues its road trip with a visit to Duke on Wednesday, April 11, with its first-ever meeting on the softball diamond versus the Blue Devils. That game is scheduled for a 5:30 p.m. start.
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Q: My HTML5 audio tag does not play in Google Chrome. I have a simple audio "streaming" service on my website. I am streaming from SHOUTcast's IP address which is provided and the audio type is currently in AACP.
Here is my code:
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The streaming service has been working flawlessly for around a year and a bit without a problem.
Now it does not play and does not show an error. Is there a bug with Google Chrome that we don't know of by any chance?
I'm using Google Chrome: Version 55.0.2883.87 m (64-bit)
JSFiddle: https://jsfiddle.net/e32cyrs9/
Thanks in advance

A: Your stream stopped working in Chrome 55 because Chrove versions 54+ do not support Shoutcast 1 HTTP protocol anymore (https://www.internet-radio.com/community/threads/latest-chrome-browser-update-v55-breaks-shoutcast-v1-x-html5-players.27560/)
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Home » Beauty and Fashion » Queen Margrethe of Denmark Golden Jubilee: Close look at 'bejewelled' Pearl Poiré Tiara
Royal wedding of Queen Margrethe II in 1967
Queen Margrethe, 81, has been on the throne for half a century and is celebrating her Golden Jubilee today. On January 14, 1972, Margrethe succeeded to the throne at the age of 31, becoming the first female Danish sovereign under the new Act of Succession that allowed women to become monarch. Out of all her entire royal jewellery collection, Queen Margrethe's most incredible tiara is her pearl tiara that has been in the Danish Royal Family for centuries.
The Pearl Poiré Tiara was given in 1825 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia to his daughter, Princess Louise, on her marriage to Prince Frederick of the Netherlands.
The tiara was then inherited by Princess Louise's daughter, Queen Louise of Sweden, and then by her daughter, Queen Lovisa of Denmark.
It has been in the Danish collection ever since, and it's one of the tiaras that is generally only reserved for the Queen.
According to the Court Jeweller: "The tiara was a bejewelled reminder of the monarchs' shared family heritage, dating all the way back to its first owner, Princess Louise of the Netherlands."
The tiara, which is made of diamonds set with eighteen pear-shaped (or "poiré") pendant pearls, is thought to have been made in the first half of the nineteenth century.
Frederik and Lovisa became Denmark's King and Queen in 1906.
In Lovisa's hands, the tiara became a part of a married parure, matched up with other similar pieces of pearl and diamond jewellery to make a set.
A large diamond brooch with five pearl pendants had been made to match the tiara at the time of its original creation, and Lovisa inherited the brooch along with the tiara.
She began wearing both pieces with a pearl and diamond necklace that she had received as a wedding gift from the Khedive of Egypt.
Two pearl pendants that were originally part of that necklace were also later turned into earrings.
One more piece was also added to this "parure" — a pearl and diamond cluster brooch, which was originally the clasp of an elaborate pearl necklace.
This necklace had been Lovisa's wedding gift from Tsar Alexander III of Russia and his wife, Maria Feodorovna.
In her will, Lovisa placed this entire group of pearl and diamond jewels in trust, ensuring that the set could never be broken up.
Although the suite is not a part of the Danish crown jewels, it passes directly from monarch to monarch, and it is generally worn only by the country's Queen.
All of Lovisa's successors — Queen Alexandrine, Queen Ingrid, and Queen Margrethe II — have worn the Pearl Poiré Tiara and the accompanying pearl and diamond jewels.
However, Margrethe also wore this tiara as a Princess in 1953.
For the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II of the British Royal Family in 1953, Denmark was represented by Prince Axel and the then-Princess Margaretha, so she borrowed and wore the pearl tiara.
Since her accession to the throne in 1972, the tiara has been worn by Queen Margarethe II.
She has worn the tiara for numerous portraits, and she often wears it for prominent events, like state visits or the annual New Year's Levees.
Queen Margrethe wore the tiara on November 16, 2004 when she and Prince Henrik of Denmark arrived at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo for a state visit with Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko.
Furthermore, in 2015, she selected the tiara for a very appropriate event, a banquet in honour of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.
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In wildlife photography backlighting can come from two different sources, the sun (natural backlighting) or with the use of a spotlight. I have also seen photos of photographers making use of flash for backlighting, but this technique is not common.
Backlighting can be used to create different images from the norm. Everyone is chasing that golden light that strikes their subject from the front or shining a spotlight directly on the subject. Now and then a bit of change is good and by using backlighting when the conditions are correct you can produce some unique images.
For this shot I used aperture priority and set my aperture to f/4. I used this setting so that the foreground and background has a beautiful blurred effect. I allowed the camera to choose the shutter speed for me after underexposing by -0.3. I underexposed so that I could achieve a bit of rim-lighting, which you will notice around the muzzle and mane. The shutter speed was set automatically to 1/8000sec and I usually keep my ISO set to 400 which I did not have to change in this instance because it was not required to set it higher or lower.
Go on, try something different!


It is still hard to comprehend that Erin has new lungs, much less that it has been a week already since her surgery. The sheer complexity of the surgery and the follow up care blows my mind. Erin's chest tube is continuing to drain a lot of fluid and has the doctor a little concerned. They turned off the suction part of it and if the drainage decreases there is a chance she could have it removed tomorrow during her bronchoscopy. The chest tube is causing her a temendous amount of pain, which is reduced by some GOOD drugs but the drugs completely wipe her out, making physical therapy nearly impossible. Her 'drop foot' is getting better and she continues to get stronger and stronger. Her blood sugars have not been good and so major changes are being made to her insulin regiment. She is coughing more than I expected and after years of being able to easily cough up the mucus in her lungs it is very difficult with her new lungs and this frustrates her. All things considered she is doing really well and will be transitioning out of the ICU room to a regular room tonight.


During, the first four years of the South Oruawharo district, as that part of the Albertland -settlement, now known as Wharehine, was then called, the Non-conformist pioneer settlers held religious services in each other's homes, which were either tents or nikau whares. In fine weather, however, outdoor services were held at Kauri Point. It was at the conclusion of one such gathering on a Sunday morning early in 1866 that a new settler by the name of E. S. Brookes who had recently arrived from Nottingham, introduced himself and made the surprising announcement that he had brought with him from England the framework of a church and also would be prepared to cover the full cost of building a chapel in which all would be free to worship. This wonderful news was received with much excitement and gratitude by the assembled company and the project was discussed with animated enthusiasm. From the pages of the old Minute Book, the pages of which are yellow and brittle with age, we read of the first public meeting to discuss the erection of the chapel, held on May 13, 1866. The following brief but significant statement, signed by the fifteen persons present, is indicative of the earnest desire of the settlers to establish a Christian community in the land of their adoption: "We whose names are appended hereto, do, by the grace and goodness of God, join ourselves together for the formation of a Christian community." At this meeting a section of land donated by Mr. G. H. Brookes was gratefully accepted; the proposed building was discussed; the contract was given to Mr. Geo. Wilcockson; and two church officials, namely, E. S. Brookes and W. Cutler, were elected.


In our monthly wrap-up, we cover the latest cyberattacks highlighting the attack methods and payloads used by malicious hackers and cybercriminals. The month ended with Marriott disclosing that it had been the victim of a large-scale data breach. The data of around 500 million customers who stayed at Starwood hotels (part of the Marriot group) for the last four years had been compromised. The breached data included some combination of name, mailing address, phone number, email address, passport number, Starwood Preferred Guest account information, date of birth, gender, arrival and departure information, reservation date, and communication preferences. The hackers accessed a database tied to customer reservations and encrypted the information before exfiltrating the data to avoid detection by security solutions.
If we look at the malware that threat actors used in their attacks during November, we saw some old "favorites" showing up again.
Let's start with malspam Emotet. After being quiet for a few weeks, it became active again on November 11 sending out malspam to push its malware.
Apart from emails, the Emotet hackers also used trickbots and artifacts to push their malware. New on the Emotet front is, that email attachments with Emotet docs are now XML-based. These Emotet XML docs have a .doc extension and open in Microsoft Word.
Gandcrab ransomware also showed up during November. This time, hackers demanded $3000 in bitcoins. It shows that ransomware attacks are still profitable for hackers.
Dharma ransomware variant that appends the .adobe extension to encrypted files.
Dharma ransomware variant that appends the .tron extension to encrypted files.
Dharma ransomware variants that append either the .AUDIT or .cccmn extension to encrypted files.
Dharma ransomware variant that appends the .back extension to encrypted files.
Dharma ransomware variant that appends the .Bear extension to encrypted files.
Kraken Cryptor 2.2 being distributed through the Fallout Exploit Kit.
XUY Ransomware that appends the extension .xuy to encrypted file's names.
Argus Ransomware that appends the .ARGUS extension and drops a ransom note named ARGUS-DECRYPT.html.
Matrix Ransomware that appends the .FASTA extension and drops a ransom note named #README_FASTA#.rtf.
C3YPT3OR Ransomware that impersonates WannaCry.
To find out if your organization is protected against the latest malware attacks such as Zorro, Darkgate and the ones mentioned above, run Cymulate's Immediate Threat Assessment. This allows you to test and verify by yourself if your organization is exposed to these attacks. It also offers suggestions for mitigations in case it turns out that your organization is indeed vulnerable.


The Fitness Hunter in Bondi Beach is a genuine fitness documentary in which Steve's inexhaustible enthusiasm is revealed in every frame.
You've seen other instructional videos from other fitness instructors where you copy what they do to get the benefit of a decent workout -- almost like you're mimicking like a parrot. But you'll notice in this series (as well as Steve's other videos) that in watching Steve's workouts you somehow make them your own.
The difference is this: in these videos, you learn as you watch.
The truth is, Steve improvises each of his video workouts -- sure, he has an idea beforehand of what he intends to show but he always deviates from the plan in order to make the session more compelling.
Unique, informative, inspiring, and ultimately liberating; the crux of this fine fitness documentary is Steve's abundant demonstrations, sharing, explaining and teaching of exercises and effective progressions for every level of prowess and interest.
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I'm a skeptic by nature. I'm just wired that way. But I also like to think that I'm open minded enough to give things a try... especially things that seem too good to be true. Take, for example, $1,000 worth of training for 50 bucks. I wouldn't believe it, either but I'm asking you to hang in there with me.
You see, I've been in the kettlebell game for more than 10 years. I've read the books, attended the certifications, taken the private lessons, you name it, I've probably done it. So when it was time to check out Steve Maxwell's instant downloads, you can imagine... I was skeptical. I was wrong. You get more usable information from one of Steve's downloads than you get from a single private lesson (that costs 10 x as much).
For example, in Steve's Bondi Beach, volume 4, he takes an absolute novice kettlebeller through a logical progression and has her using the 'bell safely and intelligently in about 40 minutes. I am now using this same progression as a template for my clients (old and new).
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I recommend following up with the "Kettlebell Seminar ($250 value for $30 bucks) and finally the Kettlebell Class ($45 value for 15 bucks). Each download is a treasure chest of pure gold.
Pay attention to what Steve says, take notes, and get ready to take your practice and your client's practice to exciting new heights. But please don't take my word for it. Be skeptical. But be open minded enough to try out Steve's downloads and find out for yourself.


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Suspect in deadly armoured car heist pleads guilty in Edmonton courtroom
A man charged in a bloody armoured car heist at the University of Alberta has reached a plea deal in the deaths of three of his colleagues.
Sep. 9, 2013 5:40 p.m.
EDMONTON — A man charged in a bloody armoured car heist at the University of Alberta has reached a plea deal in the deaths of three of his colleagues.
Travis Baumgartner has pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder before a judge alone.
He has also admitted to an original charge of attempted murder in the serious wounding of a fourth guard.
An overnight crew of five armed guards employed by security company G4S was reloading ATM machines on the university campus in June 2012.
A statement of facts entered in court says Baumgartner shot three guards in the head as they stood with their backs to him, then returned to the waiting armoured truck and shot a fourth co-worker.
Court was told he had joked with a friend about robbing his employer and had sent a text that said: "This is the night."
Baumgartner's first-degree murder plea applies to the death of Eddie Rejano, 39, a father of three who had started working for the company six months earlier. Baumgartner pleaded guilty to second-degree in the deaths of newlywed Michelle Shegelski, 26, and Brian Ilesic, 35, the father of a daughter.
Matthew Schuman, who was 25 at the time, was rushed to hospital and survived a bullet to the head.
Family members were delivering victim impact statements immediately after the guilty pleas Monday.
Court heard that Baumgartner owed friends money, had just bought a new truck and had argued with his mother about rent before his last shift.
"At least I don't have to pay for the truck anymore," he told an undercover police officer after his arrest. "No bills for me."
Police quickly named Baumgartner, who was 21, as a suspect after the early-morning shootings. He was arrested the next day in British Columbia at a Canada-U.S. border crossing. Police said they found $334,000 in a backpack he had with him.
The agreed statement says Baumgartner claimed he'd been kidnapped and had been told by a man to drive to Seattle or his family would be killed. He said he didn't remember the last few days.
Search warrants revealed that his mother told officers she woke up the morning of the shooting to find $64,000 in cash in her home.
Questions about how G4S screens its employees arose as details were uncovered about the accused shooter. Last fall, company president Jean Taillon said a review was done after the shooting, but the same policies are still in use.
The Facebook page of a Travis Baumgartner posted quotes by the anarchist Joker from the movie "Dark Knight." The movie included a violent bank heist. The profile picture on the Facebook page showed a person wearing sunglasses and a mask.
Two weeks before the shooting, the page also had a post that mused: "I wonder if I'd make the six o'clock news if I just starting popping people off."
A former co-worker who trained with Baumgartner said he acted odd on the job and his moods sometimes changed suddenly.
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A couple years ago while on vacation, we got rained out at the beach. Bummer.
Not wanting to waste the day staring at our kids playing Minecraft on their iPads, we ventured into town, where we met up with a friend and ended up at one of those paint-your-own-pottery places. The kids had a fun time painting picture frames and piggy banks. Me? I picked out a coffee mug.


1st album of this turkish band that plays a Gothic/ Doom Metal with female vocalist and violins and influences from THE GATHERING, ANATHEMA, etc.
3rd album from '01 of this hungarian band that plays an atmospheric and symphonic Gothic Doom with female and male vocalists. Excellent guitar solos and progressive compositions with massive keyboard arrangements. recorded in Holland.


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Foundations for Freedom
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Peter Hammond
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1. GOD and GOVERNMENT – Foundations for Freedom By Dr. Peter Hammond
2. "Thus says the Lord: 'Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where the good way is and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls… Also, I set watchmen over you, saying, 'Listen to the sound of the trumpet!'…" Jeremiah 6:16-17
3. The Bible continually warns us: "lest satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices." 2 Corinthians 2:11
4. "But I fear, lest somehow, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, so your minds may be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ." 2 Corinthians 11:3
5. "Whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the Gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine on them." 2 Corinthians 4:4
6. "You adulterous people, do you not know that friendship with the world is hatred towards God? Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God." James 4:4
7. "…'You see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lies waste and its gates are burned with fire. Come and let us build up the walls… that we may no longer be a reproach.'" Nehemiah 2:17
8. By Dr. Peter Hammond
9. "If you hold to My teaching, you are really My disciples. Then you will Know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-32
10. 1. In the Bible freedom always means the liberty to obey God. It is the freedom to know God's will and to do it. Biblical freedom is therefore within the safe boundaries of the Law of God.
11. "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the Kingdom of Heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father who is in Heaven." Matthew 7:21 (John 8:32; Romans 8:2; Genesis 1:28.)
12. 2. To the Christian, freedom is more of a responsibility than a right. This involves doing unto others what we would want done to us.
13. "You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13-14
14. The entire Law is summed up in a single command. 'Love your neighbour as yourself.'" Galatians 5:13-14 (1 Corinthians 8:9.)
15. 3. We are warned to beware of those who promise freedom but are themselves slaves of depravity.
16. In the Bible God forbids state interference outside of the realms of national defence, law and order and justice.
17. For example: The Word of God forbids any taxation as high as 10% and excludes the taxation of property and inheritance.
18. "They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves of depravity for a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him." 2 Peter 2:19 (John 8:34; Acts 8:23; Romans 6:16; 1 Samuel 8:15-18; 1 Kings 21:3.)
19. 4. True freedom can only come where Jesus Christ is obeyed as Lord.
20. "Now the Lord is Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2 Corinthians 3:17.
21. 5. Freedom has to be based upon, and in accordance with, the Ten Commandments. Adherence to God's perfect Law of Liberty, the Ten Commandments would ensure true religious freedom - freedom to worship and serve the only true God, the Creator and sovereign Lord of the universe - the only source of freedom.
22. And it would protect freedom of worship, speech, time, families, life, love, morality, property, truth, reputation and conscience. "The Law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple." Psalm 19:7 (Exodus 20:3-17.)
23. 6. It is not acceptable to justify evil in the name of freedom. There can be no freedom for blasphemy, perversion, sodomy, cruelty to animals, rape and child abuse (such as occurs in satanism) in any civilised country.
24. Nor can the murder of human life in the womb (abortion) or the exploitation of women's bodies for profit (pornography and/or prostitution) be tolerated. We affirm the sanctity of life from conception to natural death.
25. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." Galatians 5:1 (Proverbs 6:16-19; Colossians 3:5-10.)
26. 7. Religious freedom must include freedom for parents to educate their children according to the Bible - whether through state schools, independent Christian schools or home schooling.
27. "Fathers, do not exasperate your children, instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4 (Deuteronomy 6:1-7; Matthew 28:19-20; 2 Timothy 3:16; Colossians 2:8.)
28. 8. Religious freedom must include the freedom to proclaim the God of the Bible to be the only true and living God, and to objectively point out the errors in other religions.
29. "Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.'" John 14:6 (Acts 4:12; 1 Tim 2:4, 5; Deuteronomy 30; 1 Kings 18:21.)
30. 9. Any attempt by the state to register, or regulate, churches, missions or Christian organisations such as schools and radio ministries would be an intolerable breach of religious freedom.
31. Any proposals to establish a department of religious affairs or the taxation of Christian ministries must therefore be rejected as unacceptable interference by the state in religious matters and as a step towards state control of the Church.
32. "Peter and the other apostles replied: 'We must obey God rather than men!" Acts 5:29 (1 Peter 2:13-16; Ezra 7:23-24.)
33. 10. True freedom comes from within. The foundations for a truly free nation can only be laid in characters, hearts, minds, lives and families changed by the Grace of God.
34. "Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is, His good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2 (Proverbs 16:32; Matthew 15:19; Psalm 1; Ezekiel 36:26; John 3:3.)
35. Biblical Principles which bless any country By Dr. Peter Hammond
36. We want God to bless our nation Therefore we want a civil government which: 1. Recognises God as the highest source of authority.
37. 2. Is committed to upholding the right to life of the innocent – including pre-born babies.
38. 3. Is committed to upholding human dignity and moral standards.
39. 4. Shows love and concern for our neighbours by upholding human dignity and moral standards.
40. 5. Protects people from the exploitation and abuse of pornography.
41. 6. Effectively deters crime by prompt and appropriate punishment of criminals.
42. 7. Respects parental responsibility for the education of their children and therefore parental authority over schools, teachers and textbooks.
43. Foundational Principles which God blesses. This is what we should stand for: 1. The Bible is the revealed Word of God – perfect and complete, inspired and inerrant.
44. 2. The Deity of our Lord Jesus Christ "God from God, Light from Light, True God from True God; begotten not made, of one substance with the Father. Through Him all things were made." (Nicean Creed)
45. 3. Salvation by the grace of God alone, based upon the blood Atonement of Christ's death upon the Cross of Calvary – received by Faith.
46. 4. Religious freedom.
47. 6. The Right to Decency
48. 7. The Right to protection from the exploitation and abuse of pornography.
49. 8. Christian Responsibility to be 'salt and light' in society, to honour God and to love our neighbour.
50. 9. The Lordship of Jesus Christ in all areas of life. "All authority in heaven and on the earth has been given to Me." Matt 28:18
51. 10.The fulfillment of the Great Commission to "… make disciples of all the nations … teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you." Matt 28:19
52. Biblical Principles for GOVERNMENT
53. When Professor John Wycliffe of Oxford University produced the first hand-written translation of the New Testament into English (in the 14th Century), he wrote in the preface:
54. "The Bible is given for the government of the people, by the people, and for the people."
55. American President, Abraham Lincoln, quoted from Wycliffe in his famous Gettysburg Address when he said:
56. "that government of the people, by the people, and for the people shall not perish from the face of the earth."
57. Lincoln also noted that: "The philosophy of the classroom will become the philosophy of the government in the next generation."
58. While most groups today emphasise external solutions to our many social problems – salvation through politics, or through changed social structures and laws
59. – the teachings of Christ emphasize the need for internal change – within our hearts and minds. "For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander…" Matthew 15:19
60. True freedom comes from within. The foundations for a truly free and prosperous nation can only be laid in characters, minds and lives changed by the grace of God.
61. In order to be successful, a society needs to be made up of honest citizens who will not steal,
62. diligent workers who are hard working and productive,
63. compassionate families who are concerned for their neighbours,
64. responsible workers who will fulfill their obligations and be faithful stewards of public resources.
65. For nations to be strong, their families need to be strong.
66. For governments to be good, their citizens need to be good.
67. Those who cannot control themselves are not capable of ruling over a city (Proverbs 16:32).
68. Those who cannot manage their household well are not qualified to lead others (1 Timothy 3:4 – 5).
69. The only hope for Africa is to return in repentance to God, rediscover the Biblical agenda and restore Biblical principles into every aspect of personal and community life.
70. Many people labour under the delusion that the Bible has nothing to say concerning social structures, constitutional models or political affairs. ". . . where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2 Corinthians 3:17
71. However, while approximately 29% of the Bible deals with spiritual matters and our personal lives, 71% of the Bible deals with social, political and national issues. 29% 71% Bible Social, Political and National Issues Spiritual Matter and Personal Lives
72. Our Lord Jesus Christ taught important spiritual principles and concepts that affect every area of social and political life.
73. To the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, Jesus said: "You would have no authority over Me, unless it had been given to you from above" John 19:11. Civil authority is clearly delegated by and answerable to God.
74. The Bible is very clear that God has instituted civil government as "an agent of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer" (Romans 13:4).
75. The civil government is called to be a minister of God's justice: "to punish those who do wrong" (1 Peter 2:14).
76. The primary duties and responsibilities of civil government are the protection of law-abiding citizens and the punishment of law-breaking criminals.
77. Psalm 101 reminds us that the duty of God- honouring rulers is to destroy the wicked, to root out evil and to protect the law abiding.
78. Jesus taught that we are to: "Give to Caesar what is Caesar's and to God what is God's" (Matthew 22:21). The civil government does have certain legitimate rights and responsibilities, but these are very limited.
79. We are to pay taxes (but any taxation as high as 10% was condemned as: "oppressive" 1 Samuel 8:10–18), to serve in the military when required, to testify in court as a witness to any crime, and to respect the life, property and reputation of our neighbours.
80. However, our worship of God, the education of our children,
81. our private property, our individual enterprise
82. and personal views (freedom of worship, freedom of education, free enterprise, freedom of speech) are clearly not made in the image of Caesar and are outside of the lawful jurisdiction of a Bible-based constitutional state.
83. Our Lord upheld the authority of the moral, social, economic and political Laws of God as recorded in the Old Testament:
84. "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the prophets; I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them.
85. I tell you truth until Heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law…
86. anyone who breaks one of the least of these Commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called the least in the Kingdom of Heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these Commandments will be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven." Matthew 5:17 – 19
87. In His public teaching, Jesus affirmed the Old Testament Laws against murder, theft and adultery (Matthew 5:21 – 27); the dishonoring of parents (Matthew 15:4); and perjury (Matthew 19:18).
88. The Lord also affirmed the right to private ownership of property and the free market exchange and profit (Luke16:11;19:12–27; Matthew 20:1– 15; 25:14 – 30).
89. Our Lord also taught that civil authorities are to be public servants (Matthew 20:25 – 28): you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves." Luke 22:25 – 26 "The kings of the gentiles lord it over them; and those who exercise authority over them call themselves benefactors. But you are not to be like that. Instead the greatest among
90. God has instituted 4 spheres of government:
91. Self government – symbolised by our conscience (Prov 16:32; 1 Tim 3:4-5; 2 Peter 1:6);
92. Family government – the rod of discipline (Deut 6:1-7; Eph 6:1-4; 1 Tim 3:4-5);
93. Church government – the keys of church discipline (Acts 6:1-6; 1 Tim 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9);
94. Civil government – the sword of justice (Gen 9:5-7; Romans 13:1-4; 1 Peter 2:13-14)
95. God established, in the government of Israel, ten key principles of freedom:
96. 1. A written constitution (covenant) based on the revealed Word of God (Exodus 20; Deut 5- 8; John 19:11). A Biblical constitution will clearly define and restrict the power of government. It should act as a chain to keep rulers from abusing power. It must be written so that it is specific, clear and permanent.
97. "The Law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever . . ." Psalm 19:7-10
98. 2. A separation of powers and functions into three branches of civil government:
99. executive (the King),
100. legislative (the Council and Sanhedrin)
101. and judicial (the elders or judges in each community).
102. These three functions of government are based on how the Lord revealed His Government (Isaiah 9:6, 7). "For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our Lawgiver, the Lord is our King…." Isaiah 33:22
103. 3. An independent judiciary and the right to a fair trial. (Exodus 23:1-3). "He appointed judges in the land . . . He told them. 'Consider carefully what you do, because you are not judging for man but for the Lord, Who is with you whenever you give a verdict. Now let the fear of the Lord be upon you. Judge carefully, for with the Lord our God there is no injustice, or partiality or bribery.'" Chronicles 19:5-7
104. In Deuteronomy 19:15-19 the principles for a fair trial are set out: (i) one is innocent until proven guilty, (ii) the right to due process of law, (iii) witnesses must personally confront the accused, (iv) a matter must be established by two or three witnesses, and (v) judges must be impartial.
105. 4. A national legislature (law- making body) where one house was composed of representative judges or officials elected by the people (Deut 1:13-17).
106. "But select capable men from all the people – men who fear God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain – and appoint them as officials. . ." Exodus 18:21
107. 5. A second house in the legislature was composed of two hereditary elders from each of the 11 tribes (or geographic areas) of Israel, in addition to 24 priests from the tribe of Levi, and 2 lawyers (scribes) from each of the 12 tribes. This unelected (but appointed) body totalled 70 men and became known as the Sanhedrin (Ex. 24:1; Num. 11:16-17).
108. 6. An executive officer (Judge or King) elected with the guidance of God and the consent of the elders (Deuteronomy 17:16).
109. "When all the elders of Israel had come King David at Hebron, he made a compact with them . . . before the Lord, and they anointed David king over Israel, as the Lord had promised through Samuel." 1 Chronicles 11:3
110. 7. A decentralised state with most responsibilities and powers resting on the local government, the family and the individual (Exodus 24:1; Deuteronomy 1:13-17, Acts 17:26).
111. Centralisation of power in a unitary state has always been a pagan tendency as seen in Nineveh and Babel (Genesis 10:11 and 11:1).
112. As power corrupts, it is wise to limit and divide the powers of civil government in a system of checks and balances.
113. 8. A citizens army (militia) made up of trained citizens who have the right and duty to bear arms for the defence of their home and family, community and nation (Numbers 1:2-3; Judges 3:2; Exodus 22:2; Deut. 20:1-4). One of the best safeguards against tyranny is an armed citizenry. "Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord Who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes." Nehemiah 4:14
114. Local militia units elected their own commanders (Deut. 20:9), and each soldier supplied his own basic weapons (Num. 32:20; 1 Sam. 25:13). This was based upon the right of each law abiding citizen to own and use weapons for defence. Any attempt to prohibit the right of an individual to bear arms was unBiblical and was a pagan attempt to centralise (usurp) excessive power (Judges 5:8;1 Sam. 13:19-22).
115. 9. A free market economy based on the private ownership of property (Exodus 20:15,17; Deut 19:14) and individual free enterprise (Eccl 5:19; Prov. 10:2-4; 12:24: 13:4,11; 1 Thess 3:10). Any taxation of 10% or higher was defined as oppression (1 Samuel 8:10-18), and any taxation of property, or of inheritance, was strictly forbidden! (1 Kings 21:3). Institutions and individuals involved in the full time service of the Lord were not allowed to be taxed (Ezra 7:23,24). Any unequal or progressive system of taxation was expressly forbidden (Ex. 30:14-15; Leviticus 19:15). Biblical economics also forbids unjust weights (unbacked currency) and measures (inflation) (Leviticus 19:35-36; Prov. 11:1; 20:10; Amos 8:5-7; Micah 6:11,12). ". . . proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants . . ." Lev. 25:10
116. 10.An education programme controlled by the parents, aided by the church, but independent of the state (Deuteronomy 6:7; Hosea 4:6; Matthew 28:19; Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 2:8).
117. One cannot entrust any state with the moulding of the minds of the future voters. The control of education should be in the hands of parents and the content of education must be moral, character developing and Bible based.
118. God's Word for Our Nation
119. Pray "I urge then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for … all those in authority, that you may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness." 1 Tim 2:1-2
120. Repent "If My people, who are called by My Name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and forgive their sin and heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14
121. Expose Evil "Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness but rather expose them." Ephesians 5:11
122. Improve the Community "… see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem is in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in disgrace." Nehemiah 2:17
123. Seek Justice "… Stop doing wrong, learn to do justice …" Isaiah 1:16-17
124. Oppose ungodly rulers "…you have been weighed in the scales and found wanting." Daniel 5:27
125. Uphold Christian standards "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt looses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men." Matthew 5:13
126. Disciple the Nations "… make disciples of all the nations … teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded …" Matthew 28:19-20
127. Select God-fearing leaders "But select capable men from all the people – men who fear God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain – appoint them as officials …" Exodus 18:21
128. "He knows not how to rule a kingdom, that cannot manage a Province; nor can he wield a Province, that cannot order a City; nor he order a City, that knows not how to regulate a Village, nor he a Village, that cannot guide a Family
129. that knows not how to govern himself, neither can any govern himself unless his reason be lord, and his will and appetite her vassals;
130. nor can reason rule unless herself be ruled by God and wholly be obedient to Him." — Hugo Grotius (17th Century Dutch Theologian)
131. As George Washington declared: "Religion and morality are the indispensable supports to good government."
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133. Biblical Principles for Political Elections REFORMING our SOCIETY By Dr. Peter Hammond
134. http://www.savotersguide.org
135. Dr Peter Hammond Reformation Society P.O. Box 74 Newlands, 7725 Cape Town, South Africa Tel: (021) 689 4480 Fax: (021) 685 5884 Email: info@ReformationSA.org Website: www.ReformationSA.org
136. www.FrontlineMissionSA.org
137. "So, I sought for a man among them who would make a wall, and stand in the gap before Me on behalf of the land, that I should not destroy it..." Ezekiel 22:30
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Op-Ed: Where are You Learning to Be Uncomfortable?
When I was a much younger man, still in college, I was a bartender at the old Jaxon's Restaurant on North Mesa. In those days, the best shift to have was Friday night, because all of the yuppies at the time thought Jaxon's was a happening place. You could live for a week from the Friday night tips.
Jaxon's loved the upwardly mobile crowd. The ones that would buy top shelf margaritas to impress the ladies. Of course the worst shift to have was Saturday morning because it was, well, Saturday morning, and Jaxon's was usually terribly slow at that time.
If you were scheduled for a Friday night good shift, you probably got a Saturday morning dumpy shift.
I remember one slow Saturday morning in particular when a rather ragged looking man and his companion came into the bar area, sat down and waited patiently to be waited on, by me.
This person was not the typical Jaxon's yuppie customer.
He was wearing torn jeans, had long, unkempt hair, tucked under a very old cowboy hat, ragged shirt that looked like it had come from the place where Goodwill sends their rejects. His companion not much different, but she did have some turquoise rings on her fingers.
Frankly, they both looked to the younger me like dispossessed persons. Anyone that has worked in a restaurant has experienced this and each establishment has different ways of dealing with down-on-their-luck folks that might wander in.
After giving them menus, I went to the manager on duty, as we were instructed to do in situations like this, and told him that I thought there was a vagrant in the bar area.
When the manager came around and looked through kitchen window into the bar, he laughed and turned to me.
"That is the world famous artist So and So. And that is his wife. They must be in town for a show. They live in Santa Fe, but he always stops here when he is in El Paso. Look we even have one of his original paintings on the wall over there." He then told me to come into the parking lot and he pointed out a broken down station wagon with New Mexico plates that looked like it had been driven 1,000,000 miles. The back window was open, and you could see oversized canvases wrapped in plastic bags sticking out the back window.
Different, I learned clearly that day, is not bad. Looks are deceiving. I never forgot that little life lesson in judging books by their covers. Since then, I have tried my best not to judge, lest I be judged.
I was reminded of my Jaxon years when I read recently of the incident when a Portland Oregon Double Tree Hotel employee called the police on an African American man, a hotel guest, that was reading the newspaper in the hotel lobby. Black man in a hotel lobby. Reading. Hmm. That doesn't sound right. Call the police.
In April, Philadelphia police arrested two black men at a Starbucks coffee shop after a manager called police to say they refused to make a purchase. They were waiting for a business meeting.
Who makes you feel uncomfortable? The Mexican American twenty something with the tattoos on his face? The teenage kids in the car next to you playing their hip hop just a little too loud? Those funny Arab looking people speaking a language you never heard of? The man with the turban and the long beard? The woman in the check out line using her WIC card with the four kids?
That uncomfortable feeling you have is nothing more than your unease with people that are different than you. Just as I was uncomfortable with the artist, we tend to fear those that we do not know much about or are told we should fear.
But where are we learning to be uncomfortable?
Remember on December 26th when, sadly, a police officer in California was shot to death by a person illegally in the United States? You probably heard all about that case. It was all over the news. Right-wing media made it the most of it because it was a classic case of the person you have been taught to fear (illegal immigrant) shooting a person we are not supposed to fear (police officer).
Pictures of the young officer made it from CNN to ABC, to of course, FOX news. One person shooting one person. All over the news. An "illegal." Trump tweeted about it. The message: Those Hispanics, especially the immigrants, are bad. You should be uncomfortable is the message. Let's build a wall to keep them out. They are dangerous. It is a national emergency.
Perhaps you may not remember that also on December 26, 2018, in St. Charles Missouri, a man named Richard Darren Emery, shot and killed Zoe Kasten (8 years old), Jonathan Kasten (10 years old) their grandmother (61 years old) , and their mother. He led police on a chase which resulted in a carjacking where he stabbed a driver seven times.
Now, both crimes are horrific, but which one, in reality, was worse? The one murdered police officer or the 4 family members, 2 of which were children? Which one did you hear about? Do you think it made a difference that the family killer was a white male?
Where are you learning to be uncomfortable? Are you scared of white males?
Truth be told, far more murders are committed nationally by white makes than by illegal immigrants. But you don't see that headline do you?
Where are you learning to be uncomfortable? Maybe we should all hang out a little more at places where a diverse crowd of people come in. Like the old Jaxon's.
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Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive radiation treatment which is used to treat abnormalities and small tumours of the brain. It can deliver precisely-targeted radiation in few high-dosage medications than conventional treatment, which can help protect healthy tissue. When SRS is utilised to treat body tumours, it's called stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). It is also known as radiation surgery, radiosurgery, and stereotaxic radiosurgery.
What Types of Stereotactic Radiosurgery are Available?
Three types of latest technology are used to provide radiation amid stereotactic radiosurgery.
Linear Accelerator (LINAC) machines use x-rays (photons) to kill malignant and noncancerous variations in the cerebrum and different parts of the body. LINAC machines are likewise known by the brand name of the maker, for example, CyberKnife, Axesse, Novalis Tx, TrueBeam and XKnife. These machines can perform SRS in a single session or more than three to five sessions for bigger tumours, which is called fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy.
Gamma Knife machines use 192 or 201 small light emissions beams to target and kill harmful and noncancerous cerebrum abnormalities. Gamma Knife machines are less conventional than LINAC machines and are utilised for small to medium tumours and injuries in the cerebrum.
Proton beam (charged molecule radiosurgery) is the most up to date stereotactic radiosurgery. It can treat brain tumours in a single session utilising stereotactic radiosurgery or fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy to treat body tumours in multiple sessions.
What are the advantages of Stereotactic Radio Surgery?
Accurately aim the radiation beam.
Shape the radiation beam to the target.
Deliver a specific radiation dose.
How is Stereotactic Radio Surgery Performed?
A wide range of stereotactic radiosurgery and radiotherapy work in a similar way.
The specialised equipment focuses several light emissions on a tumour or other target. Each beam has little or no impact on the tissue it penetrates, but a targeted dose of radiation is conveyed to the site where all the beams intersect.
The high measurement of radiation conveyed to the affected region makes the causes the tumours to shrink and veins to shut off after some time following treatment. This blocks the tumour's blood supply.
The accuracy of stereotactic radiosurgery implies there's minimal damage to the healthy encompassing tissues. All things considered, radiosurgery has a lower risk of risks and complications as compared to different sorts of conventional medical procedure or radiation treatment.
What Complications May Arise After Stereotactic Radiosurgery?
Swelling As with all radiation treatments, the cells of the tumours lose their capacity to regulate fluids, and oedema or swelling may happen. This does not occur in all cases. In case swelling does happen, and it causes symptoms that are unpleasant, a mellow course of steroid medication might be given to reduce the liquid inside the tumour cavity.
Putrefaction The tumour tissue that remains after the radiation treatment will generally shrink. In rare cases, this necrotic or dead tissue can cause additional issues and may require removal. This happens only in a few instances.
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JL | Com Ivanova, Lt Sha'mer | "Dos Cervezas"
Posted on 241808.13 @ 21:17	by Commodore Rochelle Ivanova & Lieutenant Ra'lin Sha'mer
Mission: Lacuna
Dusty jeans, dusty boots, dusty hair... And irritation. It had been about half an hour after she'd spoken to Tristan Neyes when she'd come around enough out of her foul brooding to hit her combadge and call Ra'lin. Out of all the people on this ship, her friend was undoubtedly the second most miserable person on it - if Smith and her behavior were any indication of things. Either way, Rochelle eyed the woman sitting on her couch with an element of knowing and suspicion, her fingers curled about the long necks of two ice cold bottles of beer labeled in Spanish.
It wasn't her normal way of tending shop or extinguishing fires... Then again... Divorce had never been on her mind, or drug addiction, or hooking up with her Executive Officer.
That last one was a blatant lie, but it hadn't been something she thought would come to fruition, let alone at the rate and intensity that it had.
Landon was still a sore subject.
Seeing and hearing him babble his apologies, a near profession of love. "Fuck him." she muttered under her breath with a heavy sigh and shake of her head, offering one of the bottles to Ra'lin, "Uno Cerveza," she explained, stepping over to take up residence in a padded seat, "Apparently they help cure what ills you. I wouldn't know. I've always buried my head in various blends of tea."
Ra'lin eyed the bottles with some wariness. She had no idea what was bothering the Commodore (bless telepathic blockers, even if they did make everyone feel like holodeck characters to her – the alternative was still more unpleasant at the moment) and wasn't sure she wanted to. Earlier she had seemed more relaxed. Now relaxed was one of the last words she would use to describe Rochelle. "That doesn't look like synthahol," she said softly.
"That's because its not." The redhead responded, holding up the green bottle in a mock toast before bringing the cold mouth of it to her lips. Beer wasn't her most favorite beverage in the universe, but there was something to be said about the cold, crisp taste that managed to be relatively refreshing... Even if the flavor was less than desirable over all.
"Hm." Another wary look at the bottles. Aside from a few glasses of real wine (spread out over the years, not even enough to empty one bottle), Ra'lin had never indulged in actual alcohol, not even during her Academy years. She knew her mom had no such inhibitions, Ra'lin had seen her drink the blue stuff known as Romulan Ale once, so it probably wasn't detrimental to Vo'Sh'un physiology. But would it lower her inhibitions?
Ra'lin suddenly found she didn't care whether it did or not. "Let's give it a try," she said and gave the bottles a defiant shrug.
A small grin caught the corners of Rochelle's mouth as she studied the bottle in her hand, "I figure it's worth a shot." She began, casting a wary glance of her own towards her comrade, "What with ex-husbands and whatever it is that had you holing up in a lounge... I figured we could use a chance to forget the bullshit." She shrugged, "Or at least loosen us up enough to lay it all out on the table and hopefully move on from it."
"I'd settle for forgetting," Ra'lin muttered. She curled her legs up under her and took the other bottle. Her thoughts briefly flashed back to the first time she met the Commodore. Ra'lin never would've thought they'd end up like this. She almost smiled. "I take it you just had a blast from the past? Or should I wait until the bottle's empty to raise that subject?"
"No one's forgetting tonight. Not you. Not me. No one." The redhead sighed, watching her friend settle on in for the long marathon run ahead of them. "As far as blasts from the past... Sure. You could say that. We can talk about it before the bottle's empty... Drain it in the process... Go for seconds." Rochelle shrugged.
"Draining the bottle sounds good." Ra'lin looked over the rim of the bottle to Rochelle. "So, I believe it's traditional to open with a toast."
The redhead considered this for a second, weighing it with a soft cant of her head to either side before ultimately deciding to capitulate. "What the hell," she smiled with a shrug, "can't hurt anything, right?" The frosty bottle in her hand was raised in Ra'lin's direction, catching the ambient light and glowing green as emeralds as it hung there for a second, "To bullshit. May it decide to leave us the hell alone."
"Sounds good to me," Ra'lin conceded. "To bullshit, then." With a small smile, she lifted her own bottle and lightly touched it against the other one. Then she took her first swig. The taste filled her mouth, it was avid and bitter and made her mouth pucker. Once she'd swallowed, it left an aftertaste in her mouth which was odd, but not unpleasant. She decided, upon reflection, that she could get used to it, with practice.
So in order to practice, she bravely took a second swig.
If the cause for such 'celebration' hadn't been so irreversibly fucked up, Rochelle may have laughed at Ra'lins reaction to the bitter liquid, "It sucks, doesn't it?" She asked after finishing her own sip, "I don't understand how people could revere this crap as some sort of great elixir and cure all." Her lips pursed with a shake of her head, trying to wrap it around the mind altering crap people did to try and find temporary relief from their emotional bumps and bruises. While it wasn't the drugs Landon had gotten into, it was something similar.
The allure just couldn't be found.
"Anyway... Am I supposed to go first or should we start with why you're holed up in one of the lounges?"
"I suppose it's an acquired taste," Ra'lin said, though the expression on her face showed clearly that she was far from acquiring it, as of yet. She carefully considered Rochelle's question. It seemed she hadn't felt anything of Ra'lins mental outburst at all, which most likely meant nobody else on the ship had noticed it either. Well. That was a good thing, she supposed. It also meant that Commander Dahe'el hadn't briefed the Commodore either.
"Something happened which made me blow up most of my shields," she said with an uncomfortable shrug. Along with another person's mind, almost. "You?"
"Yours is a lot more interesting." Rochelle admitted without rancor, her eyebrows raising as she tried to settle in and ignore the nagging feeling that she genuinely had missed something rather massive. "Tristan talked me into watching a quick video of Landon apologizing... Pretty sure we all know how I feel about that." Another long sip was taken of the dishwater type beverage. Gods it was awful stuff, but it had survived for centuries for some reason or another, "Back to you."
Ra'lin took another sip and grimaced. "I think I'll need more of this stuff for that." Just maybe not right away. Would there be any way of getting a bottle of Romulan Ale on this station? Probably, if she looked hard enough. A station this size, one could find anything, given the right contacts and enough latinum. Maybe something to try – later. "So he apologised. Did he do that including puppy eyes 'will you take me back now? I've apologised, so all should be right now, yes' look?"
"I've got a bottle of Saurian Brandy and a couple of Don Julio," The redhead offered with a shrug, anything was better than the damned beer they were trying to kill... Even if at all came from Landon's stash. Largely untouched. I made her wonder why he'd chosen drugs instead of alcohol has his poison of choice. That burned worse than the alcohol. "No. Just... An apology. Half caught 'love you' and more or less just looking... Lost." Another shrug, another sip, another heavy sigh. Landon was one of those topics that hurt, the closure wasn't there and likely never would be - and that troubled Rochelle more than anything else in the universe.
Her weight shifted, the bottle set down for a second but never truly left her fingertips and she pursed her lips in thought, "I've made a decision no one needs to know about," not even Ra'lin, really, but the alcohol had already lowered inhibitions as it coursed through relatively virgin territory. She'd never been a drinker, a glass of wine made her flush, and here she was downing a rough brewed Mexican beer on an empty stomach in a quick period of time, "I'm coming for every monster that every touched him. The ones that twisted his stars into shadows."
Christ... He'd been such a beautiful being when she'd first met him. So much fire and class bound into a perfectly charming package. He was a wild thing that had tamed himself down to become the consummate Captain, and she'd fallen hook, line, and sinker for everything he was and everything he could ever be.
"They turned him into a nightmare, Ra'lin..." She cast her frosty gaze back towards her friend, "So... I'm going to be theirs." Of course... It meant hunting the Romulan responsible for the destruction of that magnificent man and the life she'd loved so much... Enough to overlook the pain and the horror, enough to believe she could save him through the power of sheer will alone.
It wasn't so. She wasn't enough. Neither was anything else but the fall that lead to the revelation of the truth - and that would never be her fault. The beer washed her mouth out with another sip. She cringed.
Ra'lin frowned. It didn't strike her as a good idea, though she wasn't sure she could actually voice why. "Will that help you?" she asked. "Will it help him?" If it did, for either of them, then maybe. But could a Commodore afford to go off on a personal mission of vengeance? Or would she want to bring the Vindicator in for it? There were many people on board who would want to help her, out of respect for her, for the loss of a promising Captain, or both. But Starfleet wouldn't approve, even if they might understand.
And part of her – a small part, but still – was glad that the subject had shifted away from her. At some point it would shift back, no doubt, but maybe the alcohol had some time to work its magic (whatever that magic was) by then.
"That's just it," Rochelle sighed with a small, sardonic smile, "I don't know the answer to those questions. I just know that it sounds, and feels, right." So many lives had been destroyed by the green blooded son of a bitch, more than she could count on fingers and toes combined - but the ones that stood effected the most were readily apparent. Almar, Landon, Tristan, Zed, Javaan, Archer... So man faces, so many names - her own included - that had been spent into the night, pissed into the chilled wind for sake of a game played by a truly demented soul. "I know when an animal has gone mad and is dangerous and unpredictable beyond hope of redemption, the kindest thing to do is put it down." The words even tasted callous, "Vrith Tr'bak needs to be put down before he drives Landon, or anyone else, to that point."
Ra'lins eyes narrowed. "That's the Romulan, right?" She had heard the name mentioned before, most notably in relation to the destruction of the former USS Vindicator. "Don't they take care of their own?" A mad Romulan, an insane one with certain fixations, might be tolerated for a time, but not when the actions of such a man threatened the well-being of the Empire. So if they didn't act, Ra'lin thought, following the trail of thought to its own logical conclusion, that meant they either didn't know – unlikely given how scarily accurate their intelligence was, or were aware of his actions and silently condoning them. Or, and that was maybe the scariest of all, secretly supporting it. Which meant that going after him would only lead to more trouble.
An eyebrow raised and the Commodore's head turned, her lips abandoning the rim of the bottle to quirk into a smirk, "You didn't hear? He's in line to become Praetor." The words were sickly sweet at best, caustic really, and hardly veiled at all by any manner of chance or decorum. "Doesn't matter, Ra'lin... He'll come find us. He never stays away for long, and when he does..." The bottle, or maybe it was her head, moved and the rim found the swell of her lower lip again, "I'll be waiting."
Ra'lin slowly lowered the bottle. No, that was something she hadn't heard. She tried to stay away from the madhouse which were Romulan politics for as long as she could. She frowned, trying to think of all the implications. From her perspective, one big one stood out.
"So wouldn't it cause a major diplomatic incident if you take him out? A setup for a Romulan-Federation war?" Would that be what the Romulans were after? If Tr'Bak was allowed to go on the way he did, he'd be disrupting this sector, if he was taken out, war? What was their game?
"Hardly." Scoffed Rochelle, "They haven't squelched the last few times we've gotten into a dog fight and they've come up empty handed. Not a even a peep of discontent." It did beg to question just what it was the Romulans wanted if they weren't bent on backing up Tr'Bak's increasingly hostile measures. None of it made sense outside of the possibility that Tr'Bak was being given just enough rope to hopefully hang himself in order to keep the current Praetor's head attached to her neck. It was the only possibility she could see that made sense tactically and politically.
"Pretty sure they're of the mindset that you get what you ask for. Fuck with a bull, get the horns and all that." She sighed heavily, leaning back deep into the confines of her seat, "So... Fuck the Romulans for a second... What's the deal with you?"
So, either the Commander hadn't talked with Rochelle yet, or she hadn't had the chance to connect the dots. Ra'lin briefly considered another delaying tactic along the lines of 'Fuck the Romulans? Eww, no!' but decided against it. "There was this situation with Amelia and the replicator first," she began, staring at the nearly empty bottle. The stuff certainly seemed to vanish rather more quickly than she'd anticipated. She held on to that thought and left her mouth to do the talking. "We met in the turbolift later. She apologised. It began like one at any rate. Then she touched me... just my nose... but..." she shrugged, still staring at the bottle. "You know what can happen if someone touches me and I'm not prepared. There was a lot of spillage. She wanted... something... I couldn't give. And I... I was never so glad when the doors opened and I could run out. And she just followed me, she kept on following me, and I was so terrified I'd blast her mind out..." Another shrug. "Tore my shields to shreds so I just... ran to the quietest place on board I could think of." And stayed there until Craig found her, some unknown time later.
"She... Touched your nose..." Rochelle's eyebrows were perched high, both of them, in incredulous and surprised unison, "And then kept following you..." There was a quick rush of air that escaped the Commodore's mouth and her head shook slowly as if in disbelief, "I'll need to sit down with Almar and Commander Archer, see what the fuck is going on. I knew about the replicator incident, the assault?" The shake was no longer slow, it was quick and ended sharply, "Has she approached you since?"
Ra'lin shook her head. "No. I never gave her the chance, I've been avoiding her." And nearly everyone else, insofar as possible. "She is weird," Ra'lin added slowly. "I don't know why and I don't think I want to know." She shrugged and finished the bottle. "Boring subject," she said. "Moving on."
"Not as boring as you'd think." The redhead snaked a look in her friend's direction, studying her. The fuzz of the alcohol made significant attention difficult to pay. It also deeply tampered with the fiery nature of her temper, choosing to mute it and leave her more subdued and sleepy even though the undercurrent of great aggravation and anger brewed like a tempest off the shore of some sleepy little fishing village. "I'll have it dealt with." She nodded finally, "Expect a formal apology and a permanent wide berth... To say the least." The bottle was brought back to Rochelle's lips for one final pull, draining what little was left.
Ra'lin made a throwaway gesture. The formal apology, though necessary for the record, could stuff itself as far as she was concerned. The wide berth was a good start. "She's a troubled person," she couldn't help but add, though. There were so many things she'd caught in that one single flash in the turbo lift, far more than she'd care to analyse. "Personally, I'd advise her to have some good long sessions with a counselor." She snorted. "Glad I never felt any urge to focus on that field," she added in a mutter. Then she held up the empty bottle. "Stuff seems to have evaporated. Poof! Gone. Just like that."
"Well then... Here's to round two."
Commodore Rochelle Ivanova
USS Vindicator, NX-78213-F
Lieutenant Ra'lin Sha'mer
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Q: Over 100% gives negative number I have a spreadsheet where I get a final percentage value say for example 96%, I want to give the difference between this and 100%, that is ok but if the percentage value is over 100% it gives me it in a negative number.
=IF(ISERROR(100%-E18), "", (100% -E18))
So if 96% is percentage value I get 4% in this cell
If 105% is percentage value I get -5% in this cell.
Any ideas, really easy i am sure but just cant think at the moment.

A: It depends how you want to handle the negative outcomes
For example to return 0 if the answer is less than 0 you could use
=IF(ISERROR(100%-E18), "", MAX(0,100% -E18))
Or you could

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*Provide a warning to the user that the data appears out of bounds =IF(ISERROR(100%-E18), "",IF(100%-E18<0,"negative",100% -E18))

*Return nothing =IF(OR(100%-E18<0,ISERROR(100%-E18)),"",100%-E18)

*Use ABS to return 5% rather then -5% (as Dan did)

A: =IF(ISERROR(100%-E18), "", ABS(100% -E18))

Just return the absolute value.
However the difference IS negative, so just be sure that it is in fact the absolute difference that you are looking for.

A: You need to use the ABS function to get the absolute value of your difference.
=IF(ISERROR(100%-E18), "", ABS((100% -E18)))


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For a while now fans of CBC's Heartland have been wondering if there will be another season of their favorite show. Or if season 12 is the show's last. And this worry stemmed from the fact that the twelfth season of Heartland was only given 11 episodes instead of 18 which was the length of all the rest of the Heartland seasons except the first one. Well, the wait is finally over because news just broke that Heartland is, indeed, getting another season. That's right, Heartland season 13 is happening, friends!
Heartland season 13 announcement
The announcement was made by none other than the show's lead actress Amber Marshall who plays Amy Fleming on the series.
Here's @Amber_Marshall with a special announcement about the future of Heartland! Exciting news!!! #iloveheartland pic.twitter.com/SptVIuShep
— Heartland (@HeartlandOnCBC) March 25, 2019
During her announcement, Amber not only told us about the fact that CBC had renewed Heartland for season 13. But also thanked fans for their continuous support. Because let's face it, 13 seasons is a long time to love a show. But if you are a true Heartland fan like us, then you know how easy it is to love this wholesome family drama.
What we know about Heartland season 13
Since the announcement of the renewal just went live, not much is known about Heartland season 13. We do know that the season will consist of 10 episodes, which, although is one less episode than season 12 is still great news. Yet, beyond that we don't know if all your favourite actors will be back for the new season. Or what stories will be told during it. But what we do know is that we can expect another amazing season filled with family and horses. After all, those are the cornerstones of Heartland. And those are also the two things that make so many people fall in love with this series so quickly.
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But while we wait for more news on Heartland season 13, let's remember that there are still two episodes left in Heartland season 12. And I have a feeling that these two episodes are going to inform us quite a bit about what we can expect to see in season 13.
So, are you excited that Heartland was renewed for season 13? And what do you want to see happen on the next season of the show? Let us know in the comments below. And check back here on the blog or on our social media for the reviews of the last two episodes of season 12 and all the latest news on Heartland season 13!
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KRISTINE 05/10/2019
When will season 13 appear on Up Faith and Family?
Kristiana 07/10/2019
Most likely not until spring or summer 2020.
karen welsman 01/10/2019
Discovered this show while searching through Netflix for some thing to follow...Absolutely loved this show and my husband did as well.Constantly Binge-watched on the weekends from the very start of season 1 until finally watched the last episode of season 12 last weekend.Glad and delighted to hear we have season 13 to watch at some point and hope many many more seasons after that.
Henrietta Leonard 29/09/2019
I am hoping that season 13 will have Lou and Peter back together. I saw a trailer with Peter and Georgie at a college, they ran into Jen and Wyatt. I am hoping you don't have Peter and Lou getting together.
I also hope that Jack trims his mustache, I love Jack but the mustache is too thick.
In season 13 Lou is Mitch, so I don't think she will be getting back together with Peter anytime soon.
Darlene 27/09/2019
Love this series !!! Why can't America have such a wonderful family friendly series !
I love all the characters . I hope they all are on season 13 ! Keep going heartland we love you !!!
Most of our favourite characters will appear in season 13. Amy, Ty, Jack, Lisa, Tim, Georgie, Lyndy and Luke were in episode 1 already with characters like Lou, Katie, Peter, Mitch, Casey, Wyatt, Adam, Jade and more promised to make an appearance later on in the season.
Katie 12/09/2019
When will the first episode of season 13 be on Netflix cause #weloveheartland
Sadly, it probably won't be for a while since the season is just about to start airing on the show's home network CBC.
Rani 12/09/2019
I became a big fan of heartland when I got the series 1 on dvd for a birthday pressent, myself and my family watched seies 1 and and I loved it! I knew I wanted to get the rest of the series on dvd! I hope the tv series continues to go on for many seasons because it is a great show to watch!
Joyce Davis 04/09/2019
Is season 13 ever going to be on Netflix
It will eventually, Joyce, but first, it needs to air on CBC which is happening starting September 22.
Beryl&John Bewley. 04/09/2019
My husband and I have just finished watching Heartland for the second time, we love it. we are 78 and 79 years old, makes us wish we had emigrated to Canada when we were young, would have loved to have lived in a place like Heartland. Please keep making more seasons
Marion 02/09/2019
Please don't stop at season 13. It's lovely to watch a family friendly show. I have enjoyed it all.
Perla 02/09/2019
Una serie espectacular! Con hermosas historias ,cargada de emoción, alegría y unos actores increíbles! Ya vi la temporada 12 y ya quiero ver la temporada 13 ,yo la veo a través de Netflix! Desde Argentina!
Selina Skipper 27/08/2019
I cant wait for season 13 to come to australia it is my number one fav sucks it takes for ever on netflix i eill deffintly be watching it over and over again till the day i die thanks for producing heartland
kloster 25/08/2019
Quando vira a 13° temporada para a netflix no Brasil
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Bella's Boutique boasts a wide selection of women's fashion, accessories and gifts with a focus on comfort and natural materials. With an eclectic collection of items including Papaya bags and Wear I Am clothing, there is sure to be something for everyone on your shopping list. Owner Christine also offers a full service salon and weekly yoga classes to the Williams Bay community. Open seven days a week, Bella's Boutique is perfect for thoughtful purchases as well as last-minute buys.


Gray Gables Estate requires the use of our in house kitchen. Our chef will exceed your expectations and impress your guests.
Our event specialist will work with you to ensure that we have a backup plan for your event in case it rains. Our elegant ballroom allows for flexible indoor ceremony options during undesirable weather.
Do your events have a cut off time?
Events can go as late as 2 am which allows events to end without feeling rushed. Our event specialist will help you to set an event timeline that is comfortable for you and your guests.
Live music is always welcome at our events, please inquire for more details.
Beer and wine can be brought in before the start of the event and will be served by Gray Gables staff, corkage fees will be applied. All liquor and spirits must be provided by Gray Gables.
Do I have to schedule a tour in advance?
All tours are by appointment only. Please email or call so we can set a time that works for you.
Do you have a bridal suite or groom's room available?
We have both. They are located in two separate areas on our beautiful estate. Please see the virtual tour for photos.
Do you have to rent the entire facility?
Yes, our venue fees include the use of the entire estate. Since we only book one event per day this gives you a chance to be creative with the venue space.
How to I secure a date for my event?
If you have a special date in mind, please email or call and one of our event specialists will help ensure it is reserved for you.
We have a maximum guest capacity of 300.