How many weeks are you now?
According to my home scale, I've gained 14 pounds but according to the Doctor's office scale, I've gained 18. Sooo, somewhere in there!
Oh boy. This week has been a doozey.
Apart from the sinus garbage that's been going around (and losing my voice), I've also had a few strange symptoms. Here's the problem - as a first time mom, I have no clue what's normal and what's not normal. I wasn't sure if I was going crazy, dying, or just having normal pregnancy symptoms.
The first symptom I've experienced is this odd sensation over my bump - tightening when I stand up from a sitting position to walk around. I've also felt a lot of lower pelvic pressure and some cramping (which is the part that really freaked me out). When I described the sensations to my MD this week, she got concerned that I was having early contractions and pretty much took me off all of the "extra" stuff. I have to be careful at work, sit as much as possible, don't push wheelchairs anymore, sit as much as possible, take it easy, did I mention sit as much as possible? Well, you get the picture. None of the above is easy for me and my non-diagnosed ADD self but it's absolutely necessary to keep Baby Seal in there as long as possible. If I don't follow those instructions, the next step is bed rest and taking me completely off of work. Needless to say, I'm following her instructions and I'm a-ok with that right now!!
She also checked my cervix and I'm not dilated or anything like that. The last thing she did was an fFN test to check and see if I'm going to deliver in the next three weeks. Thank goodness that was negative!
The other symptom I've been experiencing is near-syncope. It's the ODDEST thing. At first I thought I was just standing too long but then it happened while we were watching Star Wars earlier this week (and I was sitting down)! Basically, my heart rate will slowly rise and before long, I can feel it pounding out of my chest...then I start to see stars. Now, I do have PSVT but this isn't my normal PSVT - this isn't like my heart is jumping into another rhythm like an electric shock. Basically, my heart rate just slowly rises and I start to see stars. The fastest I've counted so far has been in the 130's but it's usually in the 120's. Most of the time, I just have to change positions and it slows back down again and the stars go away....like when it happened during the movie, I just moved to my left side and laid my head down on Jason's arm and my heart rate returned to normal and the stars subsided. My thoughts are that the baby is pressing on something he's not supposed to which is causing my heart to go out of whack. My OB thinks I might be anemic and we'll see on upcoming blood work. I know I'm not dehydrated because I've been drinking at least 120 oz of water per day!
In the meantime of all of this, I ordered a Gabriella support band from Amazon and it arrived yesterday. I'm hoping that helps!
Does sitting count? As mentioned above, I've been taken off all "extra" which includes walking. I'm glad I already made the decision to defer Princess!!
I've woken up a few times with Charlie horse cramps in my legs but other than that, it's been great! I am back to being super sleepy during the day, though...almost feels like the first trimester in that aspect.
Nothing new this past week.
Moving around and being my normal hyper self.
2016....it's the year baby Seal will officially meet us! My husband and I are also supposed to go furniture shopping (without a lot of walking) sometime in the near future and I'm really looking forward to that!
Feeling Baby Seal move so much...he's really super active lately (probably because I'm not super active and he's wondering what in the world is going on)!
Well, that's it! Although I'm encouraged not to partake in anything distance related for the time being, I'm super proud of my accomplishments while pregnant thus far and looking forward to logging more miles with Baby Seal once he's out in the world! :) My present circumstances will only be for a short time and I'm ok with that - my running shoes will still be there waiting for me when I return!
Happy New Year's Eve! Here's to a fun-filled and safe 2016!
Were you ever on "extra rest" while pregnant? If so, what did you do to pass the time?
This January, Gone for a Run is hosting a fabulous virtual race - so fabulous in fact, I decided I couldn't let the opportunity pass by!
Gone for a Run's Four Magical Miles virtual race really sparked my interested because I'm having to defer my Princess registration to next year due the fact that I'll be in the end stages of my pregnancy. What better way to still participate in a princess themed race than from home?
...and this gorgeous medal that's as beautiful in person as it is in pictures!
This race will be held anytime between January 21st and 24th, on your own turf and on your own terms.
The fee for this race is $30.00.
Add on items such as a tshirt, necklace, tutu, etc. are available for an additional fee.
A percentage of each race registration fee will be donated to Give Kids the World!
Disclaimer: As a Gone For A Run Ambassador, I am receiving complimentary entry into this race. All opinions and thoughts are my own.
What a year 2015 has been...with ups and downs and everything in between! I think it's fun to look back over the year and remember the events that took place over the course of 365 days, so here they are!
In January, I completed the Louisiana Half Marathon in Baton Rouge. Here, I officially reached my goal of breaking the 2 hour time frame for a half marathon! It wasn't easy but it was oh so worth it!
In February, Jason and I traveled to Orlando for the Princess Half Marathon Weekend!
My friend and I dressed like Elsa and Anna and had a blast running the 10K!
After completing the Glass Slipper Challenge, we jumped on board the Disney Dream for a few days at sea! There, we completed the Castaway Challenge on Disney's private island, Castaway Cay. I loved completing this challenge with Jason - we had so much fun!
In May, Jason had a corrective surgery which was the missing link in our infertility journey. There were many moments of heartache and pain for both us and our family members during this time. You take the highs with the lows and learn to cherish each high - that's something I've learned about life.
In June, my family and I marked an item off our "lifetime experiences list" and travelled to Cooperstown, NY for the Baseball Hall of Fame Induction! We were there to see one of our baseball favorites, Craig Biggio (first Astro to be inducted into the Hall of Fame). This truly was an experience like no other!!
I would travel here again in a heartbeat if given the opportunity!
After returning from Cooperstown, Jason and I discovered a little secret....we were expecting!!
Our FIRST Ultrasound! It's hard for me to believe that I was pregnant in the Cooperstown pictures and didn't even know it!!
We revealed the news to our families in a video and had so much fun in the process!
We loved experiencing everyone's reactions and enjoying the surprise right along with them!
At the end of August, we were both honored with the opportunity of serving in our friend's wedding. No one except our families knew our little secret yet, though! Shhhh!
In October, my little mini-me and I completed the Gulf Coast Half Marathon in Mandeville, LA. I was 16 weeks pregnant at the time!
In November, we embarked on a Disney Cruise for our "Baby Moon". It had been planned since the spring and the timing worked out perfectly!
We had a great time and enjoyed spending the week together!
After we returned home, we hosted a Gender Reveal party and discovered that Baby Seal is a BOY!
Last but not least, we traveled to Disney World one final time as a couple in December for a little visit with our friends!
We also had this trip planned since the spring, but added on a few days at the end to enjoy the Disney Christmas festivities.
Looking back, 2015 was a fun year for us and I can't wait to see what 2016 has to hold!! Here's to many MANY new adventures ahead!
Happy New Year, friends! :) I hope you have a blessed one!
What was the best surprise 2015 brought to you?
My voice decided not to fully return until the Saturday after Christmas - along with a few new developing issues (to be discussed in Thursday's update), I didn't make it out for a walk/run/nadda not one day this week. Honestly, I'm ok with that. Delivering a safe and healthy baby is my priority - exercise will be there in a few months! :) I also enjoyed sleeping in on Friday, Saturday, and a little on Sunday morning!
On Christmas morning, the Grinch and Max stopped by to say hello but didn't stay long. By that I mean, their getup was gone in seconds!
Last but not least, we spent Christmas Day with my family!
We enjoyed playing games...The Game of Things, y'all (it's hysterical)...eating lots of yummy food, and spending time together! Gifts were in the mix somewhere, too!
Madalynn figured out which gift belonged to her about 3 weeks ago and already opened it once (hence the shabbiness of the paper). She was SO READY to open this on Christmas night...watching her rip into the package was hilarious!
Overall, my Christmas was filled with lots of love, laughter, and time spent with family.
I so hate for Christmas to end...it truly is a magical time of year! Until next year....only 362 days to go!
Merry Christmas from our little (growing) family to yours! May your day be filled with lots of wonder and delight!
We've received so many wonderful blessings this year and pray the same for you and your family!
Wellll...I'm sick with "the crud bug" once again. It began over the weekend and has lingered since. It stinks not being able to take anything but oh well...it will all pass soon enough (I just hope it's in time for Christmas).
Also, I made a phone call to my MD's office this week because I was having a lot of lower pelvic pressure and soreness. I convinced myself I was in early labor and would have to spend the holidays in the hospital (dramatic much? YES). I also learned my limitations on pushing wheelchairs...well, that won't happen again until after the baby comes. I'm pretty sure that's what contributed to some of the discomfort I was experiencing. Thankfully, the nurse who called me back was super nice and didn't make me feel crazy with my questions. She also recommended a support band to wear while on my feet.
Not since Sunday's 5K. I've been resting up, trying to recuperate from this crud mess.
I haven't been able to taste food well this week so nope. Haha!
Still fish. I've been around it again and ugh...no. I can't even sit at the same table as someone eating it. When it happened over the weekend, I had to keep my head down and not look at them or their plate. Pregnancy is a strange thing and I don't think you fully understand until you've been there. No fish. I can't handle it. Don't bring it anywhere near me or around me. I've even told my friends that if they are interested in eating fish for dinner, just don't invite me - my feelings won't be hurt, I promise.
This week I had a few nights where I woke up midway through the night and couldn't fall back asleep. Guess the insomnia is starting to hit!
Baby Seal's first ornament! It was an etsy purchase and I love it!!
Besides the obvious (running fast and free)...sleeping on my back and stomach are definitely two others.
Spending time with family for the holiday week!
Did you have a support belt you wore during pregnancy? If so, what was the brand/type?
With all of the traveling Jason and I have done over the past few weeks, little time was left for Christmas and holiday preparations. Between parties, baking, family time, shopping, preparing gifts, mailing packages, etc - just the thought of my never ending to-do list made this momma-to-be tired!
When faced with the challenge of baking cookies (with just a little over an hour to spare) for an upcoming Christmas party, I almost panicked. Lucky for me, I had the help of WalMart, Betty Crocker®, and a good friend! Problem solved!
Betty Crocker® easy to bake cookie mixes are available in a wide variety of flavors, but I narrowed down my choices down to Sugar Cookie and Peanut Butter. At a low price, they are budget friendly, too! Want to spread Christmas cheer with a simple surprise? This is a great way to do so - read on to find out how!
As I mentioned before, I was short on time so my friend Melissa and I got right to work on the cookies! Baking is always more fun with a friend, anyway!
One of my favorite things about the Betty Crocker® cookie mixes was the simplicity of use. Each package only required a few ingredients (usually items that would be stocked in a pantry or fridge anyway)! I even forgot to check the ingredients before leaving the store but lucky for me, all ingredients were on hand at home!
While Melissa prepped the peanut butter cookies for baking, I was busy rolling out dough for the sugar cookies.
Although baking time for each type of cookie was different, we were finished in no time!
Cutting out Christmas shapes in the dough was fun, too!
After baking was complete, we enjoyed a cookie (or two...ok or maybe three...).
Spending time with Melissa was a great way to enjoy a little girl time while calming the pre-holiday jitters. We also shared a few of the cookies with our husbands and enjoyed spreading a little holiday cheer in the mean time!
How are you spreading cheer this holiday season?
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Betty Crocker. The opinions and text are all mine.
Yesterday, I participated in the Santa Hustle 5K which was located in Galveston, Texas. I traveled with a group of ladies (my sister in law and her friends) and they all took part in the Half.
The idea for this race first came to me after completing the Gulf Coast Half at 16 weeks pregnant. The Santa Hustle was only 9 weeks away - how much could change in 9 weeks? HAH. Good one. My last long run attempt was a few weekends ago and I was able to make it to 8 miles before the round ligament pain kicked in. I also knew I would be traveling a lot prior to this race and didn't want to push it - so, I made a last minute decision to stick with the 5K. I am super grateful that the logical side of my brain kicked in for this one because I woke up on Friday morning and apparently the crud bug visited me again for the third time this pregnancy. 5K, yes. Half Marathon? NO.
We left Saturday morning for Galveston and it was a gorgeous day - the weather was perfect for a race weekend at the beach!
We also stayed at the San Luis which was one of the host resorts and it was gorgeous!!
Packet pickup was at the San Luis and it was super easy - no long lines and straight to the point!
The view from our room! Isn't it gorgeous?!
The lobby of the San Luis, all decorated for Christmas!
After settling in our rooms, we decided to go over to Moody Gardens for the Festival of Lights. I'd never been to Moody Gardens or the lights, so this was a neat experience. It's $10 per person to enter and well worth it, in my opinion!
Basically, a walking path is set up throughout the lights and you just follow the crowd.
There's different sections of lights, food stops along the way, even campfires for roasting smores! YUM!
My favorite was the narrated part that told the Christmas story.
Our crew at the lights!
After dinner at McAlisers, we headed back to the hotel and called it a night.
Kayla and I also tried out our Santa beards and hats!
The sunrise the morning of the race was gorgeous!
Our Santa group, ready for the race! After saying goodbye to my half marathon friends, I walked around for a few minutes while waiting on the 5K to begin. (The half began 30 minutes prior to the 5K).
Apparently I lined up WAY far back although I could have been much closer. My goal was to stick to a 3:2 as long as possible, then walk the remainder of the race and I didn't want to be in anyone's way.
After 15 minutes of wave starts, I finally made it to the start line...and was kicking myself for not lining up closer to the start. Oh well, lesson learned.
Chick-fil-a cows were out to say hello!
ME! I was starving, having eaten almost two hours before finally starting the race!
This route led us along the downtown historical area of Galveston and in front of some gorgeous homes!
I was able to keep a 3:2 cycle until about 23 minutes or so, then I began exclusively walking.
Hello! This race was RIGHT up my alley!
Before long, the finish line was in view! I finished somewhere in the 45 minute range but can't remember the exact time.
After the race, I drove back to the hotel to shower, change, and wait on a text from Kayla.
Overall this was a neat race and I really enjoyed the experience! I'll definitely be back!
Have you participated in any Christmas themed races this year? If so, which ones?


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Top 5 Goalscorers Who Scored Maximum Number Of Goals In Premier League History
By Payal Kumari
Premier League, also called as English Premier League is one of the most competitive and admired leagues played in the world. Also, it is one of the most viewed sports leagues all over the world. The league has also witnessed some legendary players in history and some are still playing to date. So, here is a list of the top 5 goalscorers who has maximum goals in the Premier League.
List Of Top 5 Goalscorers With Maximum Goals In Premier League
Alan Shearer
Alan Shearer a former English footballer played as a striker for Newcastle United, Blackburn Rovers, and Southampton. He is often regarded as one of the best players of his time. Named in the list of greatest players in Premier League history, he is Newcastle's record goalscorer.
Having scored a total of 260 goals and for two clubs namely Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United, he is first in the list of top goal scorers. His international career began in 1990 while playing in the England U21 team under Dave Sexton, where he scored 13 times in 11 matches which is still an unbeaten record. In February 1992, he remarked his debut by winning against France by 2-0.
He has also set many records and received sporting honors including,
PL 1994-95 (Blackburn Rovers)
FA Cup Runner up 1997-98 (Newcastle United)
FIFA World Player of the year 1994-95
Ballon d'Or 1996 (third place)
English Football Hall of Fame (2004)
PL Hall of Fame (2021)
Player of the year 1994-95
Rooney played as a forward player and is considered one of the best players of all time. He has set records for both England National Team and Manchester United.
Rooney scored a total of 208 goals in his Premier League career and played for two clubs Everton and Manchester United. He played his last match in 2018 for Everton. Rooney made his international debut in February 2003 aged 17 and set a record for England's youngest goal scorer.
Sporting honors in football,
FIFA Club World Cup 2008
Premier League (2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09, 2010-11, 2011-12, 2012-13)
UEFA Champions League (2007-08)
UEFA Europa League (2016-17)
Rooney is also Manchester United's all-time top goal scorer.
Andrew Cole was a former English football player who played as a striker. He is best known for his 6-year stint with Manchester United.
Cole has scored 187 goals in his career of 20 years and holds a record for most goals in a 42 game season as well as the fastest to score 50 goals (65 matches). He has played for 6 clubs that is Arsenal, Newcastle United, Manchester United, Blackburn Rovers, Fulham, Manchester City, Portsmouth, and Sunderland in Premier League.
Sporting honors,
FA Charity Shield 1991 (Arsenal)
Football League first division 1992-93 (Newcastle United)
FA Cup 1995-96, 1998-99 (Manchester United)
UEFA Champions League 1998-99 (Manchester United)
Football League Club 2001-02 (Blackburn Rovers)
Sergio Aguero is an Argentinian professional footballer, played as a striker, and is one of the greatest strikers of the Premier League. He had a 10-year long association with Manchester City where he helped the club to clinch their first league title by a last-minute goal against QPR.
He has scored 184 goals and is counted in the list of top goal scorers in the Premier League.
UEFA Super Cup (2010)
UEFO Europe League (2009-20)
FA Cup (2018-19)
FA shield (2012, 2018, 2019)
UEFA Champions League runner up (2020-21)
Frank James Lampard is a former football player and a professional football manager of Premier League club Everton. He was also named as the player of the decade from 2000 to 2020.
Lampard has scored a total of 177 goals and is one of the nine players to score more than 150 goals in the Premier League. Although he played for West Ham and Manchester City too in Premier League, he is best known for his stint with Chelsea.
FA Cup, Chelsea (2006-07, 2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11)
Football League Cup (2004-05, 2006-07)
FA Community shield (2005, 2009)
UEFA Europe League (2012-13)
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A Dream Debut For The Young Spinner Ravi Bishnoi
FA Charges Manchester United Over The Lewis Dunk Decision
Payal Kumari is pursuing her bachelor's in journalism from St. Xavier's College, Ranchi. She is a sports enthusiast and currently pens down her thoughts for Sports Axle.
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An Ecology of Materials
An Email-Interview on Correspondence, Resonance and Obsession, and on the Benefit of Combining Scholarship and Craftsmanship
An Interview with Tim Ingold
By Petra Löffler and Florian Sprenger
Wechselwirkung
Handlungsmacht
The German version of this text was published in Zeitschrift für Medienwissenschaft, No. 14, 2016. Deutschsprachige Version dieses Beitrags hier.
For some time, ecological questions have become important in anthropology, as Tim Ingold's writings show. His ideas on the potential of organic and anorganic materials, their compositions and decompositions, also arouses the interest of media studies – maybe because it questions the exclusiveness of human agency. Making, in Ingold's conception, is a process in which different materials unfold their potentials. For a mediaecological perspective, materials grasped in this way offer the chance to understand technical media not as passive, invariable tools used for a purpose, but as instable and active assemblages of matter with their own potentials of activity. In our interview, Ingold elaborates upon his position in an ecological anthropology that values the becoming of things and is interested in the circulation of materials and their amalgamation. Furthermore, he argues for a reconciliation of scholarship and craftsmanship – in other words, for a praxeology of thinking and making.
Petra Löffler, Florian Sprenger: Let's start by referring to your latest work. In your recent articles and books you develop the concept of an «ecology of materials» and focus especially on material activities which are co-composing the world.1 Furthermore, you argue that from the point of view of ecological anthropology, these materials have to be considered in a symmetrical approach, in other words, that we should analyze organic as well as inorganic modes of existence. This perspective implies three basic shifts: from things to material flows of energy, from Aristotelian hylomorphism to a manifold of formative processes, and from ontology to ontogenesis. Based on the techno-philosophy of Gilbert Simondon on the one hand and Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari's seminal book Milles plateaux on the other, you maintain that materials act in special ways regarding their elasticity or resistance, their conformations or deformations. As media scholars, we are interested in how this approach can help us to understand the recent shift in focus from media as instruments, apparatuses or tools – in short: from media as formed matter to assemblages of different materials with different life times. Following this line of thought, what changes occur when you consider technical media or technologies as beings under permanent construction, deconstruction and reconstruction? What are the special characteristics of the materials involved in those processes? What is at stake in speaking of materials instead of matter or substance?
Tim Ingold: What you say in summary of my most recent work is absolutely correct, with perhaps the one qualification that what is often portrayed in the literature as a «symmetrical» approach (after Latour) is one of which I am actually critical. This is for the reason you state, namely that it rests on the profoundly asymmetrical foundation of a human exceptionalism that leads to «things» not being considered as beings in their own right, but only in so far as they are enrolled in human projects.
But your question is a difficult one. I have been trying to think about it in terms of my cello (and you can find the beginnings of an answer in chapter 21 of my book The Life of Lines entitled «Line and Sound»). The thing is that in an earlier book (Making: Anthropology, Archaeology, Art and Architecture, Chapter 7, «Bodies on the Run») I described the cello as a transducer, which serves to convert the movement or flow of the gesture from one register, of bodily kinaesthesia, to another (in this case) of sound. Thus the instrument slides along, between the two lines – of gesture and sound – but while the lines unfold and go in all the varied ways they do, the instrument itself remains pretty much the same, coming out at the end of the performance in virtually the same condition as at the beginning. But in writing The Life of Lines, I realised that this is only one part of the picture. The other part is that when I begin to play, the instrument no longer feels like an «instrument» at all. Rather it feels like a bundle of materials – wood, bow hair, metal, rosin and air –– that seems literally to explode as I begin to play, blasting off into the immensity of auditory space. It is, as you put it in your question, in a permanent state of deconstruction and reconstruction. When I play, then, I am not so much playing an instrument as mixing the materials (elasticities, flows, frictions, etc.) of my own body with the wood, rosin, metal, hair and the resonant air. All of these are affects of a kind.
So which picture is right? I don't know. Perhaps they both are, but I'm not yet sure how to combine them. I don't know whether this makes any sense, but it is the best I can do just now.
«Der Lautenmacher» by Jost Amman, woodcut, 1568
P.L./ F.S. To us it seems that in the first picture the cello is described as a resonating body without an agency of its own, whereas in the second picture the relationship between you as human agent and the cello as non-human agent is more complex and interdependent – just flows of energies and materials. This mixing or interfusion of materials includes solids such as wood or metal as well as less solid materials (semi-fluids or the air). How do these very different materials (regarding their solidity or ductility) interact in concrete ways? Is, for instance, wood a less active material than, let's say, rosin or bow hair? Or is metal less vivid than resonating air? In other words: In which ways do these different materials contribute to an ecology of materials?
T.I. Personally, I dislike the concept of agency (though I have nothing against «action» or «activity»). The problem with agency is that it makes it sound as though every going on in the world - every movement, every happening, every occurrence - is merely the effect of a cause. «I move, therefore it is an effect of my agency». But to my way of thinking, I am inside what I do, inside the verb, not outside of it and causing it to happen. So to recapture the vitality of things, rather than following people like Jane Bennett2 in granting the things the same «agency» that we would grant to people, I would rather go the other way and say that neither people nor things «possess» agency. Rather, they are equally «possessed» by the action.
Having got that out of the way, I can agree that the difference between these two views of the cello is precisely this, that in the first the vitality of the materials that comprise it doesn't really enter the picture, whereas in the second it completely takes over. The materials, as it were, overwhelm the thing. The advantage of this second perspective is that it allows us to start asking questions about the properties of materials (rather than about the materiality of things). And this, as you say, opens the way to an ecology of materials.
«Der Geigenbau», plate XXII from Denis Diderot's Enzyklopädie», 1762–1777
Concretely, to discover the properties of wood, hair, rosin and the rest (I forgot to mention varnish, too, which is absolutely critical for the tone of the instrument) would require an investigation in itself. But I don't think the answers can be given in terms of «more» or «less» of this or that. It is about differences and about how they work together or correspond. Just for example, the (soft) wood used for the front of the cello is quite different from the (hard) wood used for the back, and the grain goes in different directions. There are good reasons for this, which have to do with sensitivity to vibration in one case and tensile strength in the other. Then again, metal strings have quite different properties from strings made of gut – which I started on but have more or less disappeared these days. Players say that the quality of metal strings declines in use, but with gut it increases. I think it was Pablo Casals who said that a gut string never sounds better than when it is just about to break! These sorts of observations, which in the past might have been dismissed as «merely technical», would be absolutely central to an ecology of materials. We could at last take the know-how of instrument-makers and players seriously. More than that, treating the instrument as a body that lives and breathes – that is animate (rather than an agent) – allows us to look at how it responds to the conditions of the wider environment, most particularly the weather and the humidity of the air. I know for a fact that my cello never sounds better than when it is really damp. If there is one thing it hates, it is central heating. Makers of fine wooden furniture, I think, say the same about their work.
«Der Geigenbau», plate XVIII from Denis Diderot's «Enzyklopädie», 1762–1777
P.L./ F.S. Ecology was one of the first fields of research to reflect upon the position of the observer, because every observer stands in systemic correspondence to the system he observes. An ecologist investigating the ecosystem of a pond changes the conditions of the pond by investigating it. In this regard, ecology resembles ethnography and anthropology. In your work, you underline the responsibility of the observer, his ethical involvement with the objects of his interest. Would you say that ecology is an ethical approach to materials?
T.I. Yes, ecology can and should entail an ethical stance. We are an intrinsic part of the systems we study. To me that is self-evident. It is a fact, however, that much research that goes under the banner of «ecology» does not take such a stance. I think it would be fair to say that in the scientific mainstream, ecology is still premised on a fundamental (and unaddressed) division between universal humanity and natural biodiversity, as if we humans were looking at (or intervening in) nature from without. We need to change this, and anthropology – with its practice of participant observation (not to be confused with «ethnography») – can point the way. But this means, too, that we should recognise in participant observation not just a technique for collecting qualitative data but a fundamental ontological commitment (this argument is spelled out at greater length in the first chapter of Making: Anthropology, Archaeology, Art and Architecture).
P.L./ F.S. In your paper «Materials against Materiality»3, you argue that studies of material culture tend to disregard materials: often they have hardly anything to say about them. Instead they confine themselves to abstraction and refer to the «materiality of objects» instead of «materials and their properties». How can materials inform scholarly investigation? How do you access the «silent world» of materials, and what is the role of the observer in this process of engagement?
T.I. First, it is interesting that you should say that materials are «silent» (albeit in scare quotes). Of course they can make a lot of noise, even musical noise – back to my cello! You could ask, if the materials of my cello are silent, where is all that sound coming from? Maybe the point is that materials do not communicate by means of speech. But then the same could be said of (most) non-human animals. So there seems to be a strongly anthropocentric cast to the idea that materials present a problem when it comes to access and engagement. There is of course a very long answer to the question of how and why the world of materials came to be silenced in the history of modernity, and it is not unconnected to the silencing of the word in the history of writing, and to the modern idea of music as wordless sound (some of this is told in the first chapter of my book The Life of Lines, and some in my article «Dreaming of Dragons» – which I attach in case you haven't seen it). However the short answer to the question of how to access materials is to engage with them in straightforward, practical ways. Or in a word, it is to attend to them. This kind of attentional (rather than intentional) engagement has been practised by craftsmen for generations. So what we need to do – and in many ways this is already happening – is to close the gap between craftsmanship and scholarship, to see them as one and the same.
P.L./ F.S. We would also like to come back to your critique of Bruno Latour: In your article «Towards an Ecology of Materials» you criticize his approach for failing as ecology because his nonhuman agents are inanimate, lacking any trail of movement, of growth, of perception or resonance. To highlight such trails you speak of a meshwork instead of a network. Our question is: what forces hold this meshwork together?
T.I. The short answer to your question of how the lines of the meshwork hang together is through what I have called «correspondence». This is a going-along-together of flows or «becomings» that are continually answering to one another. For me the obvious analogy is with the lines or «parts» of polyphonic music. I think I referred to this earlier.
So the two key words, in answer to both questions, are «attention» and «correspondence». Together, they are absolutely central to what I am working on now.
P.L./ F.S. You mentioned the importance of craftsmanship as a role model for an ecology of materials. How does this perspective correspond to our current technological condition? Today, we are confronted with ubiquitous and smart technologies, with a «technological unconscious», that is, with technologies that interact with our environments without our active participation, that decide below the thresholds of our sensibility. Some of these machines are even created by other machines – the construction of computer chips for example is in its whole accomplished by computers and computerized machines. Most of the processor units in our gadgets and devices are never touched by a human finger. How do we engage with these technologies? How can we include them in our ecologies of materials? One could think that the reference to craftsmanship is a turn away from such technologies. But perhaps your approach can lead us to a different conception of such technologies?
T.I. When it comes to digital technologies, I tend to defer to others who have more knowledge of such matters. It is all I can do to operate a keyboard. Personally, I feel profoundly uncomfortable with the «digitisation of everything». The loss of the skills of handwriting, for example, seems to me a tragedy as great as if – in some imagined future – there was no more song in the world. Handwritten lines sing, word-processed lines do not. A whole register of feeling is eliminated. People say that I am nostalgic, but if the opposite is a world without feeling, then I'm for nostalgia! However, I suppose there is no reason why digital technologies should be at the expense of feeling. If, instead of developing keyboards to replace the hand in writing, we put our energies into developing a digitally enhanced pen that would actually increase our sensitivity to the nuances of the line or the qualities of the paper surface, then we could perhaps get the best of both worlds. Indeed I believe such developments are already happening. But I am not well-informed about them.
Perhaps what is required is a rethinking of the term «smart». In conventional usage it has a distinctly neoliberal, entrepreneurial and competitive ring – the sort that equates creativity with innovation. It is imbued with the logic of commodity capitalism. But if smartness could be realigned with attentiveness and correspondence, with care and sensitivity for the people and things around us, then perhaps smart technologies could have their place in an ecology of materials.
I felt this very strongly during a conference I attended at the Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in Maine last July. There was a real tension between those who were excited by the potential of digitally enhanced technologies, including 3-D printing, to deliver innovative and possibly market-leading solutions to global problems in fields such as public health and environmental change, and those whose focus was entirely on the way in which a slow, intimate and intense engagement with materials could bring about an almost spiritual kind of personal salvation. These are extremes of course, but most participants found themselves somewhere in between them, and pulled in both directions.
P.L./ F.S. To come to an end, we would like to draw a line from these technologies to ecology. Your answers make clear, at least for us, that media ecology has to include engagement with all environmental forces, with animate as well as inanimate entities. But the question remains whether your plea for attentiveness does not at least imply an anthropocentric attitude towards materials? In other words: In which ways are materials attentive to themselves?
T.I. There are two possible answers to this question:
The first: Of course, materials are attentive to one another, just as humans are attentive to materials. Materials can get up to all kinds of things behind human backs and without their knowing, often to disastrous effect. Engineers, materials scientists and ecologists have always known this. That's why the claim of the so-called «object-oriented ontologists» to have come up with a revolutionary, non-anthropocentric philosophy – as though it were some great new discovery – is so ludicrous. I wonder where they have been all these years? Probably reading far too much philosophy and not enough ecology.
The second: Attention calls for perception and action. Therefore you can only reasonably talk about attention on the part of organisms endowed with nervous systems. That includes all animals, and not just humans. But it doesn't include inanimate materials. A tiny insect may weigh no more than a grain of sand, but there is a fundamental difference between them in that the insect can attend to things but the sand-grain cannot.
To be honest, I don't know which of these two answers is right. But either way, humans do not have to be at the centre of things.
1. See Tim Ingold: Being Alive. Essays on Movement, Knowledge and Description, London 2011; Towards an Ecology of Materials, in: The Annual Review of Anthropology, Vol. 41, 2012, 427–442; Making: Anthropology, Archaeology, Art and Architecture, London 2013; The Life of Lines, Abingdon 2015.
2. Tim Ingold makes reference to Jane Bennett's book Vibrant Matter. A Political Ecology of Things (Durham, London 2010)
3. Tim Ingold: Materials against Materiality, in: Archaeological Dialogues, Vol. 14, No. 1, 2007, 1–16.
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With the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Dallas Mavericks on Halloween, it gave players the opportunity to get creative. As such, LeBron James, Josh Hart, Brandon Ingram and JaVale McGee were willing participants as they arrived at Staples Center in full costume.
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James dressed as Jason Voorhees from "Friday the 13th," Hart was Dwight Schrute from "The Office" and Ingram dressed as "Harry Potter" villain Lord Voldemort. While each fared well in joining in on Halloween festivities, the night easily belonged to McGee.
He wore a "Grinch" suit as his costume before the game and for his postgame interview after notching his first double-double with the Lakers. "They had to custom make it. This is custom right here," he said.
"Feel me. That's straight Grinch material. Shout out to the Grinch, shout out to Universal, shout out my agent."
While McGee was excited to have on his custom-made costume, he allowed that it likely would be a one-time wear but left open a possibility for putting it on next month. "I might put a Christmas hat on it," he said.
Both because of his personality and height, McGee's costume was among the most-discussed on social media. He was fond of others but felt as though "The Grinch" was one of the best across the NBA on Halloween.
"Josh had "The Office," that was a pretty good one," McGee said. "I saw Klay Thompson had the Jackie Moon outfit, that was pretty dope. Yeah, I feel like I'm pretty good with this costume."
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A wonderful fact to reflect upon, that every human creature is constituted to be that profound secret and mystery to every other. A solemn consideration, when I enter a great city by night, that every one of those darkly clustered houses encloses its own secret; that every room in every one of them encloses its own secret; that every beating heart in the hundreds of thousands of breasts there, is, in some of its imaginings, a secret to the heart nearest it! Something of the awfulness, even of Death itself, is referable to this. No more can I turn the leaves of this dear book that I loved, and vainly hope in time to read it all. No more can I look into the depths of this unfathomable water, wherein, as momentary lights glanced into it, I have had glimpses of buried treasure and other things submerged. It was appointed that the book should shut with a spring, for ever and for ever, when I had read but a page. It was appointed that the water should be locked in an eternal frost, when the light was playing on its surface, and I stood in ignorance on the shore. My friend is dead, my neighbour is dead, my love, the darling of my soul, is dead; it is the inexorable consolidation and perpetuation of the secret that was always in that individuality, and which I shall carry in mine to my life's end. In any of the burial-places of this city through which I pass, is there a sleeper more inscrutable than its busy inhabitants are, in their innermost personality, to me, or than I am to them?
The messenger rode back at an easy trot, stopping pretty often at ale-houses by the way to drink, but evincing a tendency to keep his own counsel, and to keep his hat cocked over his eyes. He had eyes that assorted very well with that decoration, being of a surface black, with no depth in the colour or form, and much too near together—as if they were afraid of being found out in something, singly, if they kept too far apart. They had a sinister expression, under an old cocked-hat like a three-cornered spittoon, and over a great muffler for the chin and throat, which descended nearly to the wearer's knees. When he stopped for drink, he moved this muffler with his left hand, only while he poured his liquor in with his right; as soon as that was done, he muffled again.
His message perplexed his mind to that degree that he was fain, several times, to take off his hat to scratch his head. Except on the crown, which was raggedly bald, he had stiff, black hair, standing jaggedly all over it, and growing down hill almost to his broad, blunt nose. It was so like Smith's work, so much more like the top of a strongly spiked wall than a head of hair, that the best of players at leap-frog might have declined him, as the most dangerous man in the world to go over.
While he trotted back with the message he was to deliver to the night watchman in his box at the door of Tellson's Bank, by Temple Bar, who was to deliver it to greater authorities within, the shadows of the night took such shapes to him as arose out of the message, and took such shapes to the mare as arose out of her private topics of uneasiness. They seemed to be numerous, for she shied at every shadow on the road.
Tellson's Bank had a run upon it in the mail. As the bank passenger—with an arm drawn through the leathern strap, which did what lay in it to keep him from pounding against the next passenger, and driving him into his corner, whenever the coach got a special jolt—nodded in his place, with half-shut eyes, the little coach-windows, and the coach-lamp dimly gleaming through them, and the bulky bundle of opposite passenger, became the bank, and did a great stroke of business. The rattle of the harness was the chink of money, and more drafts were honoured in five minutes than even Tellson's, with all its foreign and home connection, ever paid in thrice the time. Then the strong-rooms underground, at Tellson's, with such of their valuable stores and secrets as were known to the passenger (and it was not a little that he knew about them), opened before him, and he went in among them with the great keys and the feebly-burning candle, and found them safe, and strong, and sound, and still, just as he had last seen them.


Individuals who are sexually active must take precautions to prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases in order to reverse an increasing number of STDs in Minnesota, a St. Paul Pioneer Press editorial says ( St. Paul Pioneer Press , 5/12). The number of reported STD cases in Minnesota increased 19% from 2001 to 2002, according to statistics released last week by the state Department of Health. The number of reported chlamydia cases increased 21% from 8,323 in 2001 to 10,107 in 2002. In addition, reported gonorrhea cases increased 13%, from 2,701 in 2001 to 3,049 last year. Reported cases of syphilis in all stages increased 10% over the same period, from 134 cases to 148 cases, with reported early-stage syphilis cases increasing 67%, from 49 cases in 2001 to 82 cases in 2002 ( Kaiser Daily HIV/AIDS Report , 5/7). Regardless of the cause of this increase, "the numbers are far too high because the price is too high," the editorial says. Condoms should be used to prevent STD transmission, and people who are sexually active should know their partner's sexual history, the Pioneer Press says. In addition, routine STD testing is "essential" in helping to curb the rising number of cases, the edtiorial states, concluding, "Treatment stops these diseases, but the better solution is prevention" ( St Paul Pioneer Press , 5/12).


The previous review was definitely wrong. They do have GF buns. You can order at the kiosk and remove the regular but and add a GF bun. It tasted like a bun out of a package, not warmed or toasted (which is good). It didn't taste particularly good, nor did the burger, but I took a chance because I was exhausted and didn't feel like walking anymore (I tried walking to one other place but it was closed on Mondays).
I only get to eat at McDonald's when in Austria or Barcelona. The burger is fresh, the roll moist and not dry. I never get sick. No fries but that's ok, quick and satisfying.
Gluten free bun available when ordering burger. Personalise burger using self service touch screen.
Everything can be ordered with gluten free bun and fries.
It's McDonald's. You're not going to get a 100% risk free experience but if you're willing to take the risk of getting safe for a tasty, cheap hamburger- you got it.
THIS IS NOT A GLUTEN FREE PLACE!! LIES ALL LIES!!! WHY WOULD SOME OF U TAKE TIME 2 SAY THIS BLATANT LIE?!!
So much better in Europe.


The Splash is a production car based on the Project Splash concept car that Suzuki exhibited at the Paris Motor Show last September. It's scheduled for a European launch in spring 2008.
We began the first phase of the Suzuki world strategy in 2004 with the theme of sportiness, which we've reflected in successful, internationally launched new models, namely the Swift (a sporty compact car), the Grand Vitara (a full-fledged four-wheel-drive sport utility vehicle), and SX4 (a sport crossover vehicle).
The Splash is the first model in the second phase of our world strategy. Reflecting a new development focus on families who enjoy active lifestyles, it offers an exciting colour scheme, a fresh design, and a driving experience that's great fun.
For Europe, we'll be offering the Splash in three grades with a choice of three engines: 1.0L 3-cylinder petrol, 1.2L 4-cylinder petrol, or 1.3L direct-injection diesel. We're confident that the Splash will drive further sales growth for Suzuki in the world's family-car markets, where we already have a strong position.
Another highlight of the Suzuki booth will be the world premiere of the Concept Kizashi, which gives a glimpse of the direction we'll be taking in the third phase of our world strategy.
Although Suzuki is known for excellence in compact cars and full-fledged four-wheel-drive sport utility vehicles, we're now getting ready to expand into full-size passenger cars, and the Concept Kizashi highlights this exciting new initiative. In the Concept Kizashi, strength and flexibility are combined in a way that makes the car an impressive status symbol for its owner; a car that never fails to stir the spirit.
Visitors to the Suzuki booth will get a close-up look at the SX4 WRC car with which we'll be competing in the World Rally Championship from the 2008 season. In October 2007, we'll be test-running the car in the Rallye de France (the 13th round of the 2007 WRC season) in preparation for its full-season debut.
The Suzuki booth will also include other exciting products that embody our "Way of Life!" message. The lineup will include production cars such as the Swift, Grand Vitara, and SX4, motorcycles such as the B-King, and marine products such as the DF300 V6 outboard engine.
*The 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show is open to the public from 15-23 September 2007. Press days are 11 and 12 September, and trade days are 13 and 14 September.


This curriculum is based on providing the participants with a comprehensive overview of the Executive Branch formulation, decision making, presentation, and execution processes associated with the Annual President's Budget. It also provides the Congressional Budget and Appropriations process and how the Executive Branch participates.
The curriculum will include a discussion of key budgetary data required to facilitate the formulation of the budget, including the pricing of new and revised budget activities. It will also prepare departmental supervisory and management levels for formal OMB and Congressional hearings, and for appeals at OMB, programmatic initiatives and sessions between executives, examiners, branch officials, and division chiefs. It will incorporate the preparation of new or revised budget proposals submitted by the field organization and how to facilitate successful decision making processes at all levels through the department. Finally, it will define the roles of the offices of the CFO, bureau and departmental policy, other policies within the department, field and departmental budget staff, and the Inspector General audit.
The curriculum is taught by ex and current-government executives with an extensive knowledge of the Executive Branch and Congressional Branch processes and procedures required to enact the Federal budget as a whole. Their insight will showcase the professional KSA's required to be successful without making subjective judgments on the politically charged issues. The participant will have the subjective foundation to effectively participate in the entire process.
The course will be conducted in a semi-formal classroom environment with all participants encouraged to ask questions at any time. Further, all instructors and a contingent of EOP Foundation personnel will be on hand throughout the entire duration of the course to respond to any questions or queries that may arise. These staff members can be approached at any time during the course and will also be available before and after the daily class schedule.
Budget presentation focusing on program executives and departmental budget staff.


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Tachyphonus rufus е вид птица от семейство Тангарови (Thraupidae).

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Видът е разпространен в Аржентина, Боливия, Бразилия, Венецуела, Гвиана, Еквадор, Колумбия, Коста Рика, Панама, Парагвай, Перу, Суринам, Тринидад и Тобаго и Френска Гвиана.

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La Royale Union Jemappes-Flénu (ou RU Jemappes-Flénu) fut un club de football belge localisé dans la commune de Jemappes dans la Province de Hainaut. Fondé en 1921, ce club porta le matricule 136.

Fondé sous le nom d'Union Jemappes, il fusionna en 1990 avec Flénu Sport (matricule 4094) pour former RU Jemappes-Flénu (matricule 136). Il disparut dans une fusion avec le R. AEC Mons en 1998.

La RU Jemappes-Flénu joua durant 18 saisons en séries nationales (17 sous le nom d'Union Jemappes).

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Dernière accession aux séries nationales

En fin de saison 1994-1995, la RU Jemappes-Flénu avait été promue via le "Tour final interprovincial" qui se disputait pour la 1 fois. Le club hennuyer avait battu le R. FC Spy (3-0) puis s'était incliné contre la R. US Andenne-Seilles (3-5). Le matricule 136 avait alors prit le meilleur (?-?) sur le R. SC Athusien en "finale des battus". La fusion R. FC Liégeois/R Tilleur FC formant le R. Tilleur-FC Liège (RTFCL) libéra une place en "nationale" et RU Jemappes-Flénu fut repêché.

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Well, regardless of it's legitimacy, I think that sounds pretty cool. Seems like Malefor could wind up being the main villain like we all predicted. I'd also be down for having Chaos variants over Dark variants now that we have the Dark element.
I'd love for it to be real. But as one of my friends said, it gives away too much. Too much for the first leak.
What I want to know what is the purpose of the info? What is it part of?
Did anyone notice how it says S2 Sunburn, AND elite Sunburn? I really don't think they would do that.
And what in the world does LG mean?
Ah, that would make sense. I'm assuming that LC would mean LightCore though, and that would mean there is a Legendary Lightcore S2 Sunburn, a Lightcore S2 sunburn, and an Elite Sunburn.
And did anyone else notice how it didn't give names for the new guys, just saying New Light New Dark, New Magic?
No new Skylanders entire. Drek will go insane.
This is waaay too strange. Did they even say where they found it? The game's title being miscapitalized is also eyebrow raising and the names of the packs are edgy the hedgy with the Chaos stuff(and if it was Kaos themed they'd have a K, wouldn't they?).
The guy who sent it to me said that he doesn't remember the website name.
The lost secret is a terrible name for one thing.
It would be an odd move considering that the game is normally named after the gimmick.
Sure, sure, page history isn't a thing. I know we've seen some leaks in weird places,but it wouldn't get removed anytime soon.
Looking around in OHIM for any new Skylanders trademarks also doesn't come up with anything,so they'd be shooting themselves in the foot big time to put this out where anyone can steal it.
But it says New Light New Dark New Magic. I assume that means new characters, but what I find odd is that they can't put a name on them.
It could always be a placeholder name, still it is a bit suspicious that the guy miraculously forgot the website.
Wonder if that guy that leaked Superchargers with real inside info could confirm this? I never looked up his philosophy with leaks but it's not like we have anyone else as a reliable source here and the fandom's too small to get a no from other people in the industry.
Yes. Such an awesome name that gets 117 results on fanfiction.net and over 3k if I don't make it that exact wording. Totes not overused.
So is LC Light core?
And a Regular Pack with just the 3 Skylanders.
-Looks like instead of a huge gimmick they're returning to Old S1 Skylanders packs with new Level DLC pieces.
Well,Superchargers is a nice pun and rolls off the tongue. Those are the two main naming conventions in the series. Lost Secret still rolls off but again, suspicious of edgy.
I wasn't the biggest fan of the superchargers name, it grew on me in time though. Yeah, I agree. I don't mind the name personally, however generic it may sound. It does suggest the potential for a deeper story though which I'm totally up for.
You can always tell when something is made up. You will see amateurish names like "The Lost Secret."
My 6 year old daughter could come up with a better name. Everyone's been clamoring about a new Sunburn and all the sudden we get 3? I just don't see any of it being true, and I'm mainly basing it off of the cheap name no one put an original thought into.
So can we talk about the whole "Ultimate Skylanders" thing? To me it sounds like they might be doing their own version of Mega Evolution if this is legit.
I mean, they already kind of ripped off Pokemon with Trap Team, so this wouldn't surprise me.
Okay, but in all seriousness now, I kind of hope that's going to be the case. Just seems like it would be pretty cool.
No, seriously, I think it looks way too chaotic to be true.
But speaking about the name... Is it really that much better compared to "SuperChargers"...?
I'm sincerely more interested in knowing about a "lost secret" rather than... Whatever the other name suggests (even if both titles are indeed bland).
I'm totally saying this because that's what I believe.
Not because they listed like 10 new reposes and I pretend this will never happen again.
Mega Evolutions-like mechanics would be actually amazing. A GOOD excuse for huge figures for once, maybe a guarantee of quality, but the main problem is that it'll just be another Elite/Legendary in the future.
I mean...unless The Lost Secret is a working name.
As in some secret lost ULTIMATE power thing...lol.
A lot of awesome things in this ''leak'' that I would love to see in Sky 6. A Chaos Starter Pack, a Dragon Realm Pack, Malefor ? I'd be so sold.
But a few things seems a little suspicious. Like there's way too many Sunburn, also a Starter Pack with only new Skylanders and no reposes ? Too good to be true, it really looks more like a fan wishlist.
Don't mind me, I'm just not a very talkative person.
Feels fake to me: several things included in that list have been widely acclaimed by fans. It seems to be taylor made for us.
Additionally, that list has a heavy nostalgic inspiration, which goes in the opposite direction to the "let's innovate" of the franchise.
Nevertheless, let's assume for a second is true, the fact malefor is included is good news I believe and the chaotic light things seems interesting. I guess Chaotic is a word relative to "Kaos", but not sure in which way it relates.
WOW Lightcores? Hex as a Legendary? Lots of love for Sunburn? A second Deja Vu? Malefor? More Fright Rider? This reads more like a fan's wish list than reality. I mean if it's real then I'm really in for "The Lost Secret" if that's the name. I find it suspicious though as there is no new names mentioned, only the oldies. I'll take this as a dream until I see more proof though.
Agree, definitely too much fanservice.
I mean... Is not like we've had a Starter Pack with no trace of reposes between SWAP Force and SuperChargers, absolutely never gonna happen.
They basically saw what the fanbase wanted and slapped them on a list with some cool sounding names like "chaotic", "ultimate" and such.
There's a single problem if it's real though - Legendary Hex can be singlehandedly the ugliest variant(excluding Eggcited Thrillipede of course). Either she'll be blue skinned and yellow, which will change very little and be tacky as heck,or yellow skinned with a blue dress,which will just look stupid. I was hoping for at least Enchanted for her, as a small reference to Pearl Hex maybe.
Did the person who contacted the users here said anything interesting in the text?Or did he just attached the image and said that was parto of sky6 lineup?
It feels a bit weird to have legendary versions of characters that haven't get a lot of attention in the last games.
You're right, I forgot Trap Team Starter Pack didn't have a reposes but the game didn't have many of them anyway. Though the 3DS did come with a mini, Barkley, that already existed since Giants.
I've been waiting form this Spyro, Cynder and Malefor moment! Looks like it's finally come if this turns out to be real.
I am extremely hyped already, it's hard to not keep my hopes up. It is rather strange how they would have an elite and a regular figure, though.
Agreed, it really isn't a good idea to give her the Legendary color scheme at all. An Enchanted would be a good idea, it'd look pretty neat.
He just asked if I knew anything about it. I didn't, so I sent it to TTD.
She could also just be all dark blue with like gold lips and fingernails, and maybe gold highlights on her clothes. Not sure if that would look any better though.
If the "Ultimate" gimmick turns out to be true, then this is the true "SuperChargers" gimmick since these are basically super transformations.
For 6kylanders I was hoping and wanting super transformed states of the characters, and it may actually happen if true.
I dunno, that would probably be the BEST thing to do as who's really left to buy these things? Mostly the die hard fans like ourselves. The causal players probably wouldn't care whoever is released and will buy whatever they feel like, so why not do a total fan service release as a big send off? People are acting like Skylanders are dead anyway, so give the fans what they want with a real send off.
Also, perhaps the Skylanders Academy cartoon is more retro and series one than we thought? Basically rebooting the series many flaws and bringing it back down to SSA a bit. Just playing devils advocate here as I don't really expect this list to be true and Sky 6 will have another stupid gimmick.
All right, I'm just going to assume that all of this IS legit and bring up the points people have been making about Sunburn.
First off, getting a repose and an elite in the same game shouldn't be that bad, especially when the first game the elites were introduced in had a Gill Grunt repose, and for that game GG was one of those elites.
I will say though that the fact that they don't give the names of the new characters and just say "new characters" is kind of a red flag for me, unless Activision just didn't give out the names.
Yeah, it isn't really as odd as a lot are making it out to be. But I agree that 'new characters' isn't mentioning any names and such.
I have thought of this gimmick as well, it seems to be a "safe bet" which they haven't used yet. Regardless of the leak being true or not, it si something I think have some possibilities of happening, not too much, but some.
It would be good as well, if this expanded to all skylanders someway and not only to the new ones.
Someone contacted me on instagram and sent me a potential skylanders 6 leak. I am taking this with a massive grain of salt and I suggest that you do too but I thought that I'd post it here for anyone interested. The person in question found this image when looking for information on digimon.
Unless it's made official by the devs or Activision, I won't fall for this leak.
I am reading right two starter packs? One with chaotic skylanders and one with regulars skylanders?
Sound like to me back to the roots with PVP focus.
Uuuuh, this looks more of a fan fiction/game than a real thing. I will not believe until we have proper information.
Also, I don't like the idea of many reposes, even if the choices are good. If they're at least revamps, I can accept, but, aside from that, I hope the leaks are fake (and it's very probable that they are).
I wish this is true because I noticed there was nothing about a new . Finally we might get a game without Gill Grunt for a change.
6kylanders is a nice pun, I approve.
Again,it'd be nice to have a way of verifying this. Sure,cutting discussion on the thread miiight work against us, but getting our hopes up too much will as well.
This is clearly fake... the huge focus on Spyro/dragons gives it up. No offense, but considering the source is some guy on Instagram, you should have think more before creating a topic that will have members go crazy over one fan expectations.
I don't think that it's my call to restrict this potential information and not share it, it's totally up to everyone to make their own mind up of its authenticity. Still, this isn't a topic solely for the discussion of said 'leak' but for discussion on the next skylanders game as a whole, whether that be rumours or news. I'm doing this to make sure that the inevitable news topic is far cleaner this year rather than general discussion or rumours being posted there.


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Q: Javascript Closure and WebRTC callback issues I'm running into this problem where I'm creating a closure and stepping through with the debugger, the variable connectingClientId is set correctly within the closure callback (localOfferCreated). When the callback is called by createOffer the connectedClientId is undefined. How could this be the circumstance? Been banging my head against the wall all night on this one.
function publishStream(handShakeInitiator, connectingClientId) {
    var localOfferCreated = offerClosure(connectingClientId);
    var localIceCandidate = iceClosure(connectingClientId);
    peerConnections[connectingClientId] = new RTCPeerConnection(peerConnectionConfig);
    peerConnections[connectingClientId].onicecandidate = localIceCandidate;

    peerConnections[connectingClientId].addStream(localStream);

    if (handShakeInitiator) {
        peerConnections[connectingClientId].createOffer(localOfferCreated, createOfferError, offerOptions);
    }
}

function offerClosure(id) {

    var connectingClientId = id;

    function offerCreated(description) {
        peerConnections[connectingClientId].setLocalDescription(description, function (connectingClientId) {
            webSocket.send(JSON.stringify({
                'control': signalConstants.sendToClient,
                'cid': connectingClientId,
                'sdp': description
            }));
        }, function () {
            console.log('Error setting description.');
        });
    };

    return offerCreated;
}

Note these from the debugger:
connectingClientId is set -

connectingClientId is unset upon call -

What am I missing here?

A: From RTCPeerConnection.setLocalDescription

successCallback
  Is a Function without parameter which will be called
  when the description has been successfully set. At this point, one can
  send the offer to a remote server that can forward it to a remote
  client

You are redefining connectingClientID by having it as an inner function parameter. Remember that a named function argument is an implicit variable declaration, and as what docs said, it'll be undefined as the success callback don't give any parameters. JavaScript functions have access to their outer scope, so your anonymous function does not need this arg to be passed, it can simply refer to it creating a closure.
function offerCreated(description) {
    peerConnections[connectingClientId].setLocalDescription(description, function() {
        webSocket.send(JSON.stringify({
            control: signalConstants.sendToClient,
            cid: connectingClientId,
            sdp: description
        }));
    }, function () {
        console.log('Error setting description.');
    });
};

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Abstracts tagged "prednisolone"
Abstract Number: L16 • 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
GLCCI1 Polymorphism Is Associated with Prednisone Response in Giant Cell Arteritis: A Multicenter Prospective Study
Samuel Deshayes1, Venceslas Bourdin 2, Christian Creveuil 3, Jonathan Boutemy 1, Eric Liozon 4, Xavier Kyndt 5, Laurent Sailler 6, Grégory Pugnet 6, Hubert de Boysson 1, Eric Hachulla 7, Marc André 8, Julie Magnant 9, Jacques Boddaert 10, Olivier Fain 11, Arsène Mékinian 11, Mohamed Hamidou 12, Loïc Guillevin 13, Cédric Landron 14, Isabelle Marie 15, Yannick Chène 3, Laurent Becquemont 16, Céline Verstuyft 2 and Boris Bienvenu 17, 1Department of Internal Medicine, Caen University Hospital, Caen, France, 2INSERM UMR_S1178, Medicine Faculty, CESP, Paris-Sud University, Le Kremlin Bicêtre, Paris, France, 3Biomedical Reserch Unit, Caen University Hospital, Caen, France, 4Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Limoges University Hospital, Limoges, France, 5Department of Internal Medicine and Nephrology, Valenciennes Hospital, Valenciennes, France, 6Department of Internal Medicine, Toulouse University Hospital, Toulouse, France, 7Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Immunology, Lille University Hospital, Lille, France, 8Department of Internal Medicine, Clermont-Ferrand University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand, France, 9Department of Internal Medicine, Tours University Hospital, Tours, France, 10Department of Geriatrics, Pitié-Salpêtrière-Charles Foix University Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France, 11Department of Internal Medicine, Saint Antoine University Hospital, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France, 12Department of Internal Medicine, Nantes University Hospital, Nantes, France, 13Department of Internal Medicine, Cochin University Hospital, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France, 14Department of Internal Medicine, Poitiers University Hospital, Poitiers, France, 15Department of Internal Medicine, Rouen University Hospital, Rouen, France, 16INSERM UMR_S1178, Medicine Faculty, CESP, Paris-Sud University, Le Kremlin Bicêtre, Le Kremblin Bicêtre, France, 17Department of Internal Medicine, Saint Joseph Hospital, Marseille, France
Background/Purpose: Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is the most common cause of primary vasculitis in adults. Corticosteroids are the cornerstone of the treatment. However, approximately 50%…
Discontinuation of Oral Glucocorticoid After Initiation of Biological DMARDs Due to a Higher Dose of Methotrexate; A Retrospective Observational Study Based on Data from a Japanese Multicenter Registry Study
Mochihito Suzuki1, Toshihisa Kojima 2, Nobunori Takahashi 2, Shuji Asai 2 and Naoki Ishiguro 2, 1Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan, 2Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
Background/Purpose: In the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), glucocorticoid that provide anti-inflammatory effects is an important drug. We recommend discontinuing of glucocorticoid as soon as…
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) National Database Cohort: Incident Ophthalmic Complications in Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Patients with a Negative Temporal Artery Biopsy
Sarah Chung1, Meredith Morcos 2, Scott Pollock 1 and Bernard Ng 3, 1University of Washington Division of Rheumatology, Seattle, WA, 2University of Washington Division of Rheumatology, Seattle, 3University of Washington, Veterans Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle, WA
Background/Purpose: This study aimed to identify the incidence of ophthalmic complication of giant cell arteritis (GCA) among subjects with negative temporal artery biopsy (TAB) and to…
Clinical Outcomes of Patients with Giant Cell Arteritis Treated with Tocilizumab in Real-World Clinical Practice
Sebastian H. Unizony1, Jinglan Pei2, Páris N. Sidiropoulos2, Jennie H. Best2, Christine Birchwood2 and John H. Stone3, 1Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 2Genentech, Inc., South San Francisco, CA, 3Rheumatology (Medicine), Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Background/Purpose: Previously, the GiACTA study demonstrated the superiority of subcutaneous (SC) tocilizumab (TCZ) plus prednisone vs prednisone alone in achieving sustained glucocorticoid (GC)-free remission in…
High-Dose Prednisone Use up to 42 Days Prior to Temporal Artery Biopsy (TAB) Did Not Reduce Yield of Positive Biopsy in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Database Cohort
Sarah H. Chung1, Meredith B. Morcos1 and Bernard Ng1,2, 1Division of Rheumatology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, 2Rheumatology, VA Puget Sound Healthcare System, Seattle, WA
Background/Purpose: Temporal artery biopsy (TAB) currently remains the gold-standard confirmatory test for the diagnosis of giant cell arteritis (GCA); positive TAB justifies long-term steroid use…
Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio Predicts Glucocorticoid Resistance in Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Claire Owen1,2, Christopher McMaster2, David Liew1,2, Jessica Leung1,2, Andrew Scott3,4,5 and Russell Buchanan2,6, 1Medicine, University of Melbourne, Parkville VIC, Australia, 2Rheumatology, Austin Health, Heidelberg VIC, Australia, 3Medicine, University of Melbourne, Heidelberg VIC, Australia, 4Molecular Imaging and Therapy, Austin Health, Heidelberg VIC, Australia, 5Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute, and School of Cancer Medicine, La Trobe University, Heidelberg VIC, Australia, 6Medicine, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
Background/Purpose: Neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) have been demonstrated to correlate with disease activity and predict treatment response in…
Abstract Number: 896 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
The Steroid Tapering in ANCA Vasculitis Evaluation Study (STAVE) 2: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Jennifer Rodrigues1, David Collister1, Amy Archer2, Kim Cheema3, Paul Alexander4, Christian Pagnoux5, Lehana Thabane4, Peter A. Merkel6, David Jayne7 and Michael Walsh1, 1Nephrology, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada, 2Rheumatology, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, 3Nephrology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada, 4Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada, 5Division of Rheumatology, Mount Sinai Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada, 6Division of Rheumatology, University of Pennsylvania; Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 7Vasculitis and Lupus Clinic, Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: Relapses of ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) are associated with death, decreased renal function, and end-stage renal disease. Whether longer-term treatment with glucocorticoids (GC) reduces the…
Efficacy and Safety of Modified-Release Prednisone in Managing Moderate Activity SLE during Pregnancy: An Implemented Case-Control Study
Marianna Meroni1, Véronique Laure Ramoni2, Massimiliano Parodi3, Paolo Stobbione3 and Maurizio Cutolo4, 1Research Laboratory and Academic Division of Clinical Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, IRCCS A.O.U. San Martino-IST, University of Genova, Genoa, Italy, Genova, Italy, 2Division of Rheumatology, IRCCS San Matteo Hospital Foundation, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy, Pavia, Italy, 3Rheumatology Unit, Internal Medicine Department, A.O. S.S. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy, Alessandria, Italy, 4Research Laboratory and Academic Division of Clinical Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, IRCCS A.O.U. San Martino-IST, University of Genova, Genoa, Italy, Genoa, Italy
Background/Purpose: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can affect young women and pregnancy still represents a challenge. Prednisone is safely used, at low doses (<7.5 mg daily),…
Impact of Adalimumab on Prednisone Use in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis in a Real World Setting – Results from the Corrona Registry
Dimitrios A. Pappas1, Chitra Karki1, Heather J. Litman1, Taylor Blachley1, Jessica L. Suboticki2, Jenny Griffith3 and Joel Kremer4, 1Corrona, LLC, Southborough, MA, 2AbbVie Inc., Mettawa, IL, 3AbbVie Inc., North Chicago, IL, 4Albany Medical College and The Center for Rheumatology, Albany, NY
Background/Purpose: Steroids are used to reduce inflammation and pain among rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients, but they can cause harmful side effects, and in some patients,…
Patterns of Prednisone Use in US Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis Initiating Treatment with Tocilizumab in Routine Clinical Practice
Dimitrios A. Pappas1, Carol J. Etzel2, Jennie Best3, Steve Zlotnick3, Taylor Blachley2, Gioia Persuitte2 and Joel Kremer4, 1Columbia University, New York, NY, 2Corrona, LLC, Southborough, MA, 3Genentech, Inc., South San Francisco, CA, 4Albany Medical College and The Center for Rheumatology, Albany, NY
Background/Purpose: There are limited data regarding the impact of tocilizumab (TCZ) treatment on prednisone use in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The objective of this…
The Effect of Subcutaneous Belimumab on Corticosteroid Use in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): A Phase 3, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Ronald F van Vollenhoven1, April Thompson2, Bonnie Pobiner2, Joe Eastman2, Anne Hammer2, James Groark3 and Damon Bass3, 1Amsterdam Rheumatology and Immunology Center, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2GSK Research Triangle Park, Research Triangle Park, NC, 3GSK Collegeville, Collegeville, PA
Background/Purpose: Reduced corticosteroid use is considered a key goal in SLE treatment. This concept of 'steroid-sparing', seen with intravenous (IV) belimumab based on cumulative steroid…
A Comparison of Current Practice to New Vasculitis Treatment Guidelines
Ishrat Gill1, Norman Madsen2, Imran Hassan3 and Elaine Yacyshyn4, 1Medicine, University of Alberta, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada, 2Medicine, Rheumatology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada, 3EPICORE Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada, 4Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Background/Purpose: Appropriate treatment for Anti-Neutrophilic Cytoplasm Antibodies (ANCA) Associated Vasculitis (AAV) requires induction and maintenance of remission, while balancing side effects from treatment. The CanVasc…
Frequent Discussion of Insomnia and Weight Gain with Glucocorticoid Therapy: An Analysis of Twitter Posts
Rikesh Patel1, Nabarun Dasgupta2, Maksim Belousov3, Meghna Jani4, Carly Winokur2, Goran Nenadic3 and William G Dixon1,5, 1Centre for Musculoskeletal Research, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom, 2Epidemico Inc., Boston, MA, 3School of Computer Sciences, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom, 4Centre for Musculoskeletal Research, University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom, 5Manchester Academic Health Sciences Centre, Health e-Research Centre, Farr Institute for Health Informatics Research, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
Background/Purpose: Glucocorticoid (GC) therapy is used widely in patients with inflammatory diseases. However their effectiveness is offset by a range of potential harms. Clinicians and…
Real World Practice Based Clinical Study of Delayed-Release Prednisone Produces Comparable Results to a Controlled Clinical Trial: Morning Stiffness and Disease Measures in Moderate-Severe RA Patients Switched from Immediate-Release to Delayed Release-Prednisone
Ara H. Dikranian1, Rubaiya Mallay2, Mike Marshall3, Megan Francis-Sedlak3 and Robert J. Holt4,5, 1San Diego Arthritis Medical Clinic, San Diego, CA, 2Suncoast Internal Medicine Consultants and Largo Med Center, Largo, FL, 3Horizon Pharma USA, Inc, Lake Forest, IL, 4Medical Affairs, Horizon Pharma, Inc, Lake Forest, IL, 5College of Pharmacy, University of Illinois-Chicago, Vernon Hill, IL
Background/Purpose: Patients with RA have previously demonstrated significant differences in morning stiffness (MS), a debilitating symptom of RA, and other disease measures with delayed release…
Abstract Number: 12 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Benefit of Early Therapy with Methotrexate and Prednisone in Patients with Early Rheumatoid Arthritis and Undifferentiated Early Arthritis (CONAART)
Soledad Retamozo1, Maria Jezabel Haye Salinas2, Juan Pablo Pirola3, Diego Baenas2, Ana C. Alvarez4, Veronica Saurit3, Alejandro Alvarellos5, Christian A. Waimann6, Gustavo Citera7,8, Fernando Dal Pra9, Celeste Orozco9, Federico Ceccato10, Sergio Paira10, MV Martire11, G Crespo Amaya11, Anastasia Secco11, M Mamani11, Javier Rosa12, Enrique Soriano12, Josefina Marcos13, Mercedes Argentina García14, Carolina Costi15, María M Zalazar16, Alejandro Martinez Muñoz16, Oscar Luis Rillo17, Horacio Berman18, Alberto Berman18, Francisco Colombres18, Edson Javier Velozo19, Vicente Ricardo Juarez20, M Crespo20, A Quinteros21, M Leal21, G Salvatierra22, Monica Sacnún23, R Quintana23, M Abdala24 and Francisco Caeiro25, 1Rheumatology Unit, Hospital Privado Centro Médico de Córdoba, Argentina, Córdoba, Argentina, 2Hospital Privado Centro Médico de Córdoba, Córdoba, Argentina, 3Rheumatology, Hospital Privado Centro Médico de Córdoba, Córdoba, Argentina, 4Hospital Privado Centro Medico de Cordoba, Cordoba, Argentina, 5Rheumatology, Hospital Privado Centro Médico de Córdoba, Cordoba, Argentina, 6Escuela Superior de Ciencias de la Salud, UNICEN., Olavarria,, Argentina, 7Rheumatology, Instituto de Rehabilitacion Psicofisica - Fundacion Reumatologica Argentina Dr. Osvaldo Garcia-Morteo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 8Rheumatology, CONAART - IREP, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 9Instituto De Rehabilitación Psicofísica, Argentina, CABA, Argentina, 10Hospital Dr José María Cullen, Santa Fe, Argentina, 11Hospital Bernardino Rivadavia, CABA, Argentina, 12Hospital Italiano De Buenos Aires, CABA, Argentina, 13Hospital San Martin, La Plata, Argentina, 14Rheumatology Unit, HIGA San Martín La Plata, La Plata, Argentina, 15Hospital San Martín, LaPlata, Argentina, 16Hospital Pirovano, CABA, Argentina, 17Rheumatology Department, Hospital General de Agudos "Dr. Ignacio Pirovano", Buenos Aires, Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 18Centro Médico Privado De Reumatología (Tucumán), Tucumán, Argentina, 19Rheumatology, Sanatorio Adventista del Plata, Entre Rios, Argentina, 20Hospital Señor Del Milagro, Salta, Argentina, 21Centro Integral De Reumatología, Tucumán, Argentina, 22Instituto Provincial De Rehabilitación Integral, Santiago del Estero, Argentina, 23Hospital Provincial De Rosario, Rosario, Argentina, 24Hospital Provincial Del Centenario, Rosario, Argentina, 25Rheumatology, Hospital Privado Centro Medico De Córdoba, Cordoba, Argentina
Background/Purpose: To analyze clinical remission in patients with early RA and undifferentiated arthritis (UA) during the first 2 years of treatment using methotrexate (MTX) and…


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How graffiti saved my dad's life (at least for a while)
Find out how Gordon's love of photography kept him going through his illness
Jane and her dad in front of a piece by Thierry Noir
"Dad was always completely fearless and intrepid. Nowhere was out-of-bounds to him. He'd squeeze through fences, clamber up fire escapes and wander down dark alleyways in search of graffiti."
For Jane and her dad Gordon, graffiti was so much more than spray paint on the side of a building. From skate park tags to Banksy, Gordon loved everything that the graffiti world had to offer. Come rain or shine he would be out with his camera on the hunt for the latest piece of street art, often with Jane in tow.
Here Jane explains how her dad's love of photography kept him going through his illness:
"Dad was always a keen photographer and after Mum died of breast cancer in 1995, he retired from his job in a sports shop and began to spend more time out with his camera in London, taking pictures of anything and anyone he stumbled across. If there was a parade, a protest march or a press call, Dad would somehow find out about it and wangle his way into prime position. This later developed into a huge enthusiasm for London's graffiti and street art scene. In his 70s and 80s, he got to know a lot of the artists and spent more and more time photographing them and their work.
"In 2012, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer that had spread to his bones, but his obsession continued to grow. He was also diagnosed with a separate oesophageal cancer in 2016, but he still wanted to go out every day to photograph graffiti! So nobody was happier than Dad when street art started to pop up around Penge and Sydenham. When he spent a fortnight on City Ward at St Christopher's for symptom control in March 2017, we still had to take him out in the wheelchair with his camera. Graffiti gave our lives structure and focus when everything else seemed to be falling apart.
Graffiti gave our lives structure and focus when everything else seemed to be falling apart
"Now, a little over two years after Dad died, I'm left with – literally – tens of thousands of photographs of everything from street art in Penge to political rallies, parades, naked bike rides and other people and events in London – many of which must be seen to be believed! And as I look through them all, I'm beginning to realise I didn't ask him the right questions. He never bothered to mention, for example, that he'd bumped into Nelson Mandela. Or Prince Charles. Or Eric Cantona, for heaven's sake! He never thought to tell me he'd watched people eating cold meats off someone's bottom. Or that he'd been warned to back off by the police at a Stop the War march. But then again, maybe it's just as well…
"As a hobby, my husband Tom and I run a small press called Colossive Press and we decided to produce a book of Dad's street art photographs to raise money for St Christopher's, alongside his story in my words. How Graffiti Saved My Dad's Life (At Least For A While) was published last November and has so far raised around £1,500. We've just been relying on social media and word-of-mouth, but we've been overwhelmed by the response from people all over the world.
"We've also just published a slightly smaller 'prequel' – Things My Dad Saw (But Never Bothered Mentioning) – which is a collection of Dad's London street photography, with all proceeds again going to St Christopher's."
We have been truly inspired by Jane's story and her incredible support of the hospice both through these books and through her work as a ward volunteer and Coach4Care coach. So thank you Jane and next time we're out and about in the local area we'll be sure to look out for some of Gordon's favourite pieces of graffiti.
Here are just a few of the extraordinary moments that Gordon captured from behind his camera lens. If you would like to see more of Gordon's photos and read more from Jane, please visit: https://colossive.com/
Credits: top right – Roa, middle left – Pure Evil, middle right – Fanakapan
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