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Book Review: The Book of Life, Deborah Harkness
The final book in the All Souls Trilogy, The Book of Life, had a great deal to live up to in terms of storylines, characters, plot reveals, reader expectations and, in many ways, it doesn't disappoint. Whereas the second book, Shadow of Night, had vampire, Matthew Clairmont and witch, Diana Bishop, roaming the streets of Elizabethan London and encountering a veritable roll-call of historical icons, the third book is very much set in the present, even if it's global in scope and enormous in execution. Characters from previous books return, new ones also appear and the tension and hostility between warring factions within families, supernatural races and members of the Congregation finally come to a head. Vengeance is either meted out or channelled into areas that are more productive and the power that we knew Diana Bishop held within and was struggling to control is finally unleashed.
Matthew and Diana' s relationship is tested – not their faith in or love for each other, but through separation and the tasks they must undertake individually to save the family and bloodline from potential extinction. Playing on the themes of power, control, miscegenation (probably the paramount themes of the book if not the series and references to the Holocaust and the attempted genocide of the Jews underpins this), betrayal, genetics, science, knowledge, as well as love, family, understanding and tolerance, Harkness concludes this series in a mostly very gratifying way.
In terms of the writing, apart from some repetitive scenes at the beginning, it is lovely. The descriptive passages are eloquent and the ones where Diana gets to wield her power can be masterful. The more grisly scenes (and there are some really horrendous torture scenes unpacked for us) are horrible because they are so well written if somewhat graphic – but hey, this is about supernatural creatures. You can almost feel the flesh being flensed, every moment of the pain being inflicted and it physically hurts to have characters you care about rendered so impotent if not destroyed (though we don't feel nearly the same degree of compassion or revulsion when it's a Bishop-Clairmont enemy).
Having said that, offsetting these are scenes of utter joy – such as childbirth. But, I do think they became a bit twee and went on a bit long, especially in a book dedicated to vampires, witches and daemons. There's also the sexual politics in the book where Matthew, as a vampire (along with other male members of his clan), impose their will upon and try to subordinate the females. Diana offers a challenge to this anachronistic patriarchal viewpoint and it's to Harkness's credit that she doesn't succumb to political correctness, but both explores the animalistic nature of the vampires, their desire to protect a "mate" and also contemporary attitudes to gender roles, and has characters negotiating around these. In the end, the male vampires concede they need to change their approach and the feeling the reader is left with is that this is genuine and marks a real shift in the gender dynamics. Though, I confess, I was worried Harkness had come over all Twilight on us for a while – first with gender roles and then with cute babies that are powerful – fortunately, she hadn't.
Harkness uses a shifting POV in this novel, including segueing from first to third person and, because this is the only novel in the series to do it, I am not sure it is as successful as it could have been had it been used throughout. It's a wrench, occasionally, to move from one POV to the other and I generally love that kind of approach (think of Lian Hearn's Across the Nightingale Floor etc; I also use it in some of my own novels). While it does give the reader a specific insight into Diana's thinking, Harkness' control of her subject and character was already so good, I am not persuaded this was necessary.
While I found the initial chapters a little confusing (often the way between books in a trilogy) once Harkness hits her stride, so does the reader and there were parts of the book I couldn't put down. Intelligent, considered, even poetic and able to make the alternate worlds of the vampires, witches and daemons, their politics and the science they want to uncover, let alone the nature of The Book of Life, believable is a monumental task and I think Harkness more than succeeds. Certainly, it's one of the finest trilogies involving supernatural creatures around and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
Tags: All Souls trilogy, daemons, Deborah Harkness, Elizabethan London, The Book of Life, vampires, witches
Book Review: Shadow of Night, Deborah Harkness
I'd been looking forward to reading the sequel to Harkness' debut novel, A Discovery of Witches, the wonderfully titled, Shadow of Night, for a while. The first book was a surprisingly elegant and original addition to the plethora of "supernatural" books causing a glut in the marketplace and it ended with a marvellous cliff-hanger and the promise of time-travel to one of my favourite historical periods, Elizabethan England. What was not to anticipate?
But, when I first started reading Shadow of Night, I thought there must be some mistake – for while Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont do tumble into the 1500s and meet up with such his torical luminaries as Christopher Marlowe, Walter Raleigh, Shakespeare, Queen Lizzie the First and others, the first 100 or so pages did not live up to the expectations created in DoW. I found them clumsy, over reliant on dialogue between said historical "greats" and structured so as not to make too much sense in terms of plot and character development.
While Matthew is quickly settled into his old life among his artistic and mostly aristocratic familiars, the "School of Night," Diana is literally a fish out of water and flounders around trying to negotiate between her scholarship and academically developed understanding of the past, of history, and living in the period. All well and good, right? But while Harkness takes advantage of Diana's adjustments, using them to explore and explain the early Renaissance to the uninitiated reader, because so much of this "settling in" occurs in the form of conversation, it's both incredibly disjointed, and becomes a barrage of new information that was difficult to follow. Not so much because of the history or the time in which the action is set, but due to the fact it appeared to steer so far from the main plot. For some reason, the first hundred pages appear to be all over the place and while I thought I knew why Diana and Matthew had taken the plunge into the past (to find Diana a witch-tutor and to discover more about the manuscript Ashmole 782), their motivations seem to become lost in a mire of clever banter, odd characters popping in an out of the house (that also take the plot in strange directions and don't really serve the main story eg. the old witch), both from the past and imagined, and mis-directions. I don't know whether it was me, or if the first part of the book is hard to follow, but I almost didn't continue. Even the characters of Diana and Matthew, of whom I'd grown very fond, appeared to change into something that made them almost unrecognisable and worse, shallow.
Fortunately, once Diana and Matthew leave England and journey to France, the book improves and the plot appears to slowly reveal itself to be coherent and quite exciting. On the trail of the witch teacher and the unbelievably elusive Ashmole 782, they encounter danger, become embroiled in supernatural and real world politics, and discover aspects about each other that surprise, frighten and delight and all against the backdrop of Elizabethan England, Prague and France.
Some parts of the book are stronger than others and it still feels like a great deal of time is wasted running hither and thither, but once she hits her stride, Harkness does a terrific job of bringing the period to life through smells, sights, sounds as well as the food and clothing, never mind her descriptions of the streets and general geography of the places Diana and Matthew inhabit. From the second half of the book onwards, I also really enjoyed the witchcraft elements of the tale – the way power is divided, drawn upon and shared and how Diana (finally) begins to understand what she is and how to wield her abilities is imaginative and entertaining.
At one stage, I thought I was going to leave the series with this book but a strong finish has ensured that I'm keen to know what happens to this powerful pair who threaten to unravel, or at least challenge, the laws that have governed human and supernatural relations for centuries.
Overall, a good read, but be patient and do persevere if, like me, you find the first hundred or so pages indulgent and thus a struggle, because it's ultimately worth it.
Tags: Christopher Marlowe, daemons, Deborah Harkness, Discovery of Witches, France, Prague, Renaissance England, Shadow of Night, Shakespeare, vampires, Walter Raleigh, witches


There are angels of all types: messengers, ministering, accusing, guardian, archangels, teaching, assisting, and so forth. The most "ordinary" type of angel is a messenger, and the most prevalent message is simply: "be." Whereas on the microcosmic level there are angels for the smallest form of matter, on the macrocosmic level there are angels for forests, mountains, seas, nations, the moon, the sun, the solar system, celestial bodies, galaxies and constellations—there is an angel for everything, large or small, in the universe.
Angels are not limited to this universe alone, and they span the various heavens and hells and all that is outside of our limited understanding of time and space. The view of the ancient sages was that the harmonies and disharmonies of the universe were all forms of divine expression. That is to say that everything that happens in the universe is an expression of God, and all of these expressions are carried out by angels.
Some angels are long lasting and do not disappear after every moment. For example, eternal angels called Ofanim, Seraphim and Hayyot, attend to the highest throne in the heavenly realms. There are also well-known archangels like Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel who are also eternal. There are additional eternal heavenly figures, such as: Metatron, Sandalphin and Elijah, about whom we will learn.
The Talmud teaches that every individual soul is said to have a guardian angel throughout his or her lifetime. Every person also has an angel of destiny. There is some debate whether these are two separate angels or one. It is taught that angels, especially guardian angels, communicate with the soul when the body is asleep. The main methods of communication are: dreams, visions, and prophetic insights. Whether asleep or awake, the prophets usually referred to an interior voice, something from "within," rather than an outer voice.
The Talmud says that ministering angels are created out of a stream of fire. They sing—that is to say, they do their assigned task—and then they disappear.
Another interpretation is that every physical movement in the universe is considered an "utterance" of God, and moreover every movement in the universe is accompanied by a new angel. It is also said that when someone prays in earnest, the angels that accompany this person embrace and purify him or her.
Angels are considered to be almost infinite in number; they are omnipresent. The hosts of angels fill the heavens and every firmament. Almost all angels dwell in another reality and are invisible in the ordinary world. However, some make themselves visible. In kabbalistic terms, if we had the eyes to see the truth of creation, we would realize that everything we see or experience is actually an angel covering or containing a divine spark within it. But most of the time we fail to recognize what we experience for what it really is. In fact, one of the hidden kabbalistic teachings is that the word "garment" secretly means angel. That is to say, the covering of everything, its form, can be considered a garment. Once we recognize the true nature of garments, we will recognize that everything has an intrinsic value and a spark of the Divine. Recognizing the depths of this truth, we will realize that everything we engage in our daily activities and in our own minds is actually an expression of God.
With all this, it is very important to emphasize that angels act only as intermediaries or messengers of the God-ing process. They should never be viewed as divine creatures who in any way could act on their own in place of God. Angels in many ways are flawed, just as humans. They are not omniscient and can be tricked, confused and even are incapable of answering certain questions. Some have been cast out of one of the heavens for making mistakes. Certain angels are "fallen," and their dominion is the dark side. It is these very imperfections that allow the possibility of human interaction.
So, we find that angels can plead for themselves and they can plead for humans. There are accusing angels, created by our misdeeds, as well as defending angels, created by our good deeds. Many Hasidic tales take us to the heavenly courts where accusing and defending angels battle for a person's soul, and often the ultimate decision is based on a single angel who tips the scales. It is a powerful life experience to move through each day knowing our fate may be hanging on the balance of a single deed.
Some humans are under the custody of angels, some are equal with angels, and some actually become angels. Still, we are cautioned to never forget that even when angels are carrying our prayers, there is only one source of life, Ein Sof, Boundlessness, which ultimately determines our fate.
Thus, we can use angels, work with angels, be guided or assisted by angels, but never worship them. In essence, we treat angels as special friends who have great powers as well as having interesting "connections." There is no assurance that they will get the job done, but there is an enormous value of having them on our side, so to speak. For the Other Side that automatically opposes us, has considerable powers of confusion, and it will always be present, uninvited, attempting to "do its job." This is the mystery and awe of entering the world of angels.
It is taught that two angels accompany a person throughout life, a yetzer ha-tov (good inclination) and a yetzer ha-ra (not-good inclination). What does it means to be drawn towards the good or away from it? From a mystical perspective, it means to engage in activities that awaken one's higher consciousness—to come closer to the truth of existence—or to do those things that keep us immersed in confusion and ignorance. These two angels are always tugging against each other.
We constantly experience this inner tension in our daily activities. Some activities clearly bring us to higher levels of consciousness and some do the opposite. Most of our encounters with life, however, are in a grey area which does not clearly take us one way or the other. In this context the teaching is quite explicit. When we clearly have a choice and are determined to move ourselves inclined to the good, then the yetzer ha-tov gains power over the yetzer ha-ra. If we do this with regular frequency, it develops a momentum that pulls us, sub-consciously and automatically, toward the good. Of course, the opposite is true, and not-good decisions can also develop a momentum.
Each time we make small choices that lead us in the direction of the not-good, perhaps the extra portion of rich food or the time we spend with the television or neglecting our most important relationships, etc., we empower the yetzer ha-ra, and we find ourselves often in its grip without knowing how we got there. Conversely, when we pay close attention to small details, such as that extra phone call to someone in need, or the extra contributions to charity, or the special time we take simply to nurture ourselves—the dozens and dozens of possibilities to empower the yetzer ha-tov—we find our lives moving with greater ease, less complication, and we generally find ourselves more in balance with life.
The teachings suggest that the angel of the not-good inclination attaches itself to an infant when it is born and is active throughout early childhood. This is why we do not hold children responsible for their actions; they don't really know any better. However, at a certain level of maturity, around twelve or thirteen years of age, the child becomes capable of making wiser choices, and this is when the angel of the yetzer ha-tov comes into his or her life. Good parenting is knowing when and how to guide the child toward the good inclination, in other words, the good parent actually acts out and establishes the role of yetzer ha-tov angel long before it arrives. In this way, the angel of the yetzer ha-ra does not gain too much power during those early years.
More important in the long run is how each and every one of us works with our own good and not-good inclinations. It is never too late to begin nurturing the good inclination that rests within each of us. One notices very quickly the results of intentional activities to raise consciousness. The yetzer ha-tov becomes a "happy" angel, and we can actually feel this experience as will be demonstrated in the upcoming exercise.
Interestingly, the teachings suggest that the not-good angel actually does not want to fully succeed! In a way, it actually "wants" to be defeated. So, it does not fight us when we make the choice for good; indeed, it bows to us and it joins "hands" with the yetzer ha-tov to guard us in our lives. In this context, the oral tradition quotes Psalm 91:11-12. "It will give angels to protect you, to watch over you in everything your do. They will hold you in their hands, so that you do not hurt your foot on a stone." This means that by strengthening the good angel, both the good and the not-good angels will protect you so that you are able to stay out of harm's way even when you do not see it coming.
There is an interesting talmudic teaching that says: "Even if there are a thousand accusing angels (for the thousand misdeeds one has done), only one angel vouching for a person's goodness will be sufficient to redeem this person." One of the sages of the Talmud, R. Abba, questions this teaching. He asks why God should need an angel to affirm one's goodness, when God already knows everything about this person. In talmudic fashion, the solution to this inquiry is that the one angel who vouches for a person's good is not any angel, but is specifically the yetzer ha-ra, the not-good angel, who has been won over by the good deeds of someone to the point where this angel essentially becomes the person's primary defender. Thus, the teaching is that although it is obvious to God that a person is good at the core, it is of great significance when a not-good angel admits defeat.
The leader of the yetzer ha-tov angels is the archangel Gabriel; the leader of the yetzer ha-ra angels is Samael, who was the serpent that seduced Eve, the father of Cain, the tempter of Abraham, also known as Satan. Thus, the description above gives us insight into the limits of the power of satanic and demonic forces according to the ancient sages. Not only are these forces potentially subservient to the forces of good, they can be made into allies in the challenge to move to higher levels of consciousness. This is fundamental in the hasidic teachings, which say that at the heart of everything is a spark of the Divine, including the heart of so-called evil.
By working with angels and moving in the direction of the yetzer ha-tov, represented by Gabriel, we bring both sides together and thus bring all of humanity one step closer to messianic consciousness. Learning how to do this with wisdom and compassion is one of the primary challenges on the spiritual path.


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Settlement with WAEB owner clears way for Lehigh DA's defamation suit against blogger
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Court records show Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin has settled defamation claims against radio station WAEB's owner and talk show host Bobby Gunther Walsh, allowing his remaining claims against blogger Bill Villa to move forward in Lehigh County Court. (HARRY FISHER, THE MORNING CALL FILE PHOTO)
Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin settled defamation claims against the owner of radio station WAEB and talk show host Bobby Gunther Walsh as the company emerged from bankruptcy last spring, court records show.
Now a bankruptcy judge in Houston has signed off on an agreement between Martin and WAEB owner iHeartMedia Inc. that allows Martin's remaining defamation claims against blogger Bill Villa to move forward in Lehigh County Court, according to a copy of the agreement filed there in December.
Martin sued iHeartMedia, Walsh and Villa, who has been publicly critical of Martin for his handling of drunken driving cases, including charges against the driver in a 2006 alcohol-related crash that killed Villa's daughter, Sheena Villa, and led to a 5½- to 12-year sentence. The 2015 lawsuit claimed Villa damaged Martin's reputation with statements online and on Walsh's radio show calling Martin "crooked" and "corrupt" and saying his office "fixes" criminal cases.
Villa's lawyer, Michael Shay of Bethlehem, in a letter to Martin's lawyers filed in court, called Martin's case a SLAPP, for strategic lawsuit against public participation, designed to chill his client's First Amendment rights. Shay did not return a call Wednesday.
The settlement between Martin and iHeartMedia is acknowledged in the December agreement, but was not filed in Lehigh County Court or U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. Martin's office denied The Morning Call's request for the settlement amount. Senior Deputy District Attorney Christine Murphy wrote in a response to the newspaper's Right-to-Know request that Martin brought the lawsuit as an individual and that any documents related to the case are personal and not public records.
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In iHeartMedia's bankruptcy case, Martin filed claims as a creditor seeking $5 million but the records don't indicate whether any payment was made to Martin. Alexander Bilus, iHeartMedia's attorney, said he could not talk about the settlement. Martin said he would not comment and deferred to his attorneys. Martin's lawyer, David C. Federman of Philadelphia, did not return a phone call Wednesday.
The federal bankruptcy code automatically pauses lawsuits against companies seeking bankruptcy protection. Although iHeartMedia, the nation's largest radio broadcasting company, won approval in March of a reorganization plan that allows it to shed more than $10 billion in debt, the stay on Martin's lawsuit remained in place. The agreement with iHeartMedia revives the defamation case after nearly two years of dormancy, since the broadcasting giant filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March 2018.
Monroe County Senior Judge Linda Wallach-Miller is specially assigned to hear the case.
Villa's lawyers in July filed a motion asking the court to handle Martin's claims separately from those against iHeartMedia and Walsh, saying the delay put Villa at a disadvantage. Martin's lawyers opposed the request, saying the allegations and facts in the case are intertwined and that it would be unfair to Martin to handle them separately.
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Under the agreement between Martin and iHeartMedia, Martin's case against Villa could proceed separately or with iHeartMedia and Walsh as nominal defendants, meaning they could not be found liable or held financially responsible.
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Seventh Episode: Mechanisms of Women's Participation in Palestinian Elections
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With the approaching of the next Palestinian elections and women's representation increased to 26%, the researchers, Waseem al-Khaledi and Areej Jreed wanted to highlight mechanisms for promoting women's participation in Palestinian elections in their research paper by raising community awareness through presenting their paper on Youth Creativity at Zaman radio. It is worth noting that this project is implemented by Pal-Think for Strategic Studies and funded by the Government of Canada.
The Professor of International Law at Gaza University, Dr Samia Al-Ghasin, said that there have been demands from human rights institutions to raise the representation of women to 30%.
She also stressed that there is also a decision by the Central Council of the Liberation Organization to raise the representation of women by 30%, but the president's decision to raise women's representation by 26% is disappointing because it is inadequate and opposes the central Council's decision.
She also pointed out that the elections are a fundamental and undebatable right, and that the Palestinian internal- conflict has negatively affected the Palestinians and the coming election choices. As well as, the national interest must be dominated by vested interests.
The researcher Areej stated that according to data from 2019, 5% of the Central Council, 11% of the National Council, 14% of the cabinet members, and 11% of the active diplomatic corps were women.
She further said that there is one woman in the position of governor of Ramallah and Al-Bira governorate out of 16. As for the local elections, the first woman was elected in 2019, in Jenin governorate, as a woman was elected to head the village Council, as the community activist Kefaya Al-Zagzouk was elected.
Ms Jreed stressed that there was no Palestinian political party led by a woman and that women did not get leading positions in the first line of parties or organizations seriously.
Jreed also noted that the amendments approved by President Mahmoud Abbas to Law No. 1 of 2007 on the general elections included increasing women's "ticking" to 26% instead of 20% and arranging this in the candidate lists.
The researcher also said that there are several obstacles, including such as the legal obstacle, which requires Palestinian parties to raise the number of women candidates on the lists, whether in party or non-party form. He also noted that the 2006 elections, only women won the party, and no independence succeeded.
Khaledi also raised the question about what mechanisms are in place to enhance women's participation in the upcoming elections? He further answered and said that the high need for community and political support to the national plan for settling resolution 1325, raising the participation of women in the elections by lists, whether party or non-party, raising the public awareness of the need of society for women to participate in decision-making, and enhancing the presence of women in advanced positions in political parties (political office – central committee) to be effective and effective.
He concluding by saying that the second step is to strengthen the presence and participation of women in medical and public trade unions and to be present within the administrative bodies. Besides, to elect them to head the unions.
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Quickly discover the best of the Canadian Rockies!
choose Banff and Lake Louise in Banff National Park for your next ski vacation.
How long does it take to get to the Canadian Rockies?
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If you want to fly to Banff, the closest airport is located in Calgary, Alberta. Frequent direct flights connect Calgary International Airport (YYC) to many cities across Canada, the US, UK, and the rest of the world. From there, the town of Banff is an easy 90 minute drive along the all-weather, four-lane Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy #1). Lake Louise is a scenic 45 minutes further west.
Frequent airport transfer services are available between Calgary International Airport and Banff-Lake Louise hotels – this can be booked with your package with our reservations specialists.
Collectively boasting a staggering 8,000 acres of accessible terrain blanketed annually with an average of 30 feet of feather-light, dry Canadian Rockies powder, Mt. Norquay, The Lake Louise Ski Resort and Sunshine Village offer skiers and snowboarders virtually unlimited variety. And with two gondolas and 26 chairlifts accessing everything from super-wide groomers, gladed runs to steep and deep chutes and black diamond mogul thrill rides, there's a run for everyone.
Home to over 50 mammal species, including deer, elk, moose, cougar, lynx, wolverine, northern river otter, wolves and grizzly and black bears, Banff National Park offers once in a lifetime wildlife viewing opportunities. Exploring Banff's over 1,600 km (1,000 mi) of wilderness trails, chances are good that you may spot some of them, especially elk, which number in the thousands and are commonly found in the valleys of the park with mule deer and white-tailed deer. Remember to pack your binoculars and a healthy capacity for wonder.
While skiing has long been a way of life in Banff and Lake Louise, many other iconic outdoor winter activities and experiences can be enjoyed. From snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to dog sledding, ice walks and horse-drawn sleigh rides, a winter vacation here can be as active as you like. Add shopping, dining, museums, galleries, nightlife and a mandatory soothing soak in our famous hot springs to the list of can't miss memories and you'll be left wondering where the time went.
Canada's oldest and most iconic national park, Banff is the very definition of pristine wild beauty. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this pristine paradise of unspoiled wilderness and mountain lakes is a dream destination for travellers the world over. Banff is everything a national park should be – majestic, welcoming, wild and fabulously photogenic – overflowing with adventures and memorable moments for the whole family.
Experience serene mountain settings while still enjoying all the comforts of home at places like Banff Rocky Mountain Resort, Hidden Ridge Resort and Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets. Enjoy wood burning fireplaces, full kitchens and patios or balconies, along with the privacy that comes with your home away from home.
With dozens of options to choose from, many featuring amenities like pools, saunas and fireplaces, choosing the perfect Banff or Lake Louise hotel is easy. The Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, with its hand hewn ambience, and Fox Hotel & Suites, with hot pool inspired by the original Cave and Basin Historic Site, are just two of many choices.
Nothing captures the essence of the Canadian Rockies quite like our signature mountain lodges. Iconic names like Emerald Lake Lodge & Baker Creek Lodge conjure romantic images of tranquil forest getaways surrounded by pristine wilderness. Serious powderhounds flock to the Sunshine Mountain Lodge, Banff's only ski-in, ski-out hotel in the heart of Sunshine Village Ski Resort.
Easy access to ski hills and around town!
Banff and Lake Louise offer a variety of shuttles and a user-friendly public bus system. All three ski areas offer daily shuttle service that run from Banff with pick up points conveniently located throughout the town. Daily Ski Shuttles are free for guests with a SkiBig3 Lift Ticket.
The town of Banff is easy to navigate on foot but, if you aren't feeling up to it, traveling within town is made easy with a public transit system (ROAM) that runs 3 different lines as well as a regional service to the neighbouring town of Canmore. Fares are between $2 and $6 per ride depending on your destination.
What is the Average temperature here?
How far is it to drive here?
Once you arrive in at the Calgary International Airport, Banff is just an easy 90 minute away.
Do I have to pay to enter the National Park?
Yes, because Banff and Lake Louise are within the National Park boundary, you are required to pay a use fee for the duration of your stay. This means that every time you visit a park or site, you're investing in its future and in a legacy for future generations. Passes can be purchased at the park gate as you enter or at a Park Canada info center in either Banff or Lake Louise.
Will I see wildlife in the national park?
While there is no guarantee you will see wildlife (the animals roam free here!), wildlife sighting are common sometimes even occuring within the townsite. You can tell who the locals are because they won't stop or pause for an elk or deer sighting. It is simply too commonplace!
The most frequently spotted animals are elk, bighorn sheep, deer, and mountain goats. Bear, cougars, wolves and many other critters also call the park home.
Should I rent or bring my own gear?
Bringing your own gear can be expensive and cumbersome. With airlines charging extra for boot bags as well as skis or board bags, it is often more convenient and economical to rent gear once you have arrived. The Banff Ski Hub located right on Banff Avenue, in the center of town, has knowledgeable techs available to fit you to either mid-range or high-performance gear and will deliver it to you hotel once you have selected the equipment that best suits you.


Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, which helps people to borrow and lend money without the help of an official financial set up such as a bank as an intermediary, is expected to see huge traction in the country in the near future. It is estimated that the value of P2P lending to be generated in India over next five years will be around $ 4 billion (which will be 160 times the current lending size).
However, this is sum is small when compared to China where P2P lending book currently is around $100 billion, indicating the potential for exponential growth opportunity available for P2P in India. India currently has around 30 online P2P lending platforms with a current loan book of $ 25 million. Some of these firms are expected to become bigger and play an important role in democratising the availability of credit from big ticket borrowers to small ticket borrowers in the country.
Experts such as Rajiv Ranjan, the founder of Mumbai based BigWin Infotech that owns PaisaDukan—a P2P market place—feels that the main drivers for the growth of the Indian P2P lending industry is the recent budget allocation to the digital India scheme that has been doubled to Rs 3,073 crore. "This will focus on digital initiatives and the need for innovative solutions whilst promoting digital economy. Additionally, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has covered all the P2P operators with the regulation. The increasing penetration of smartphones and availability of mobile data at extremely affordable rates will also lead to a further growth of P2P lending in India," said Ranjan.
Interestingly, PaisaDukan aims at greater financial inclusion and is involved in servicing of loans on behalf of matched borrowers and investors, and provides legal and recovery support, principal protection, evaluation of credit risk by a proprietary algorithm. This market place also became the first in the sector to get an in-principle approval from RBI to setup and eventually start its P2P operations in India. This platform is providing loans for all legal age groups as well as all loan requirements.
"P2P Lending platforms have found their niche by promising the finance industry an eco-system of their own. This will cater to the rise in the demand of instant borrowing as well as the possibilities of greater returns. P2P players have revolutionised the trend and have become the wave which is changing direction by providing an alternate way to surpass under digitised direct finance options. P2P firms are also moving fast with their focus on automation and innovation in offering loan products. They are conforming and complying with the regulator, (RBI) to ensure data integrity and privacy of their customers," added Ranjan.
This expert further feels that over a period of time, P2P lending is going to have stronger roots in India since in upcoming developed markets, banks and institutional investors will potentially look to buy blocks of P2P loans to add to their portfolios.


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Bundy and Philpot took him home, separating from Crass and Easton at the corner of the street where both the latter lived. Crass felt very full and satisfied with himself. He had had six and a half pints of beer, and had listened to two selections on the polyphone at a total cost of one penny.
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Wooden forms fixed across the partitions and against the walls under the windows provided seating accommodation for the customers. A large automatic musical instrument a 'penny in the slot' polyphone resembling a grandfather's clock in shape stood against one of the partitions and close up to the counter, so that those behind the bar could reach to wind it up.
'All right, replied the voice, and footsteps were heard ascending some stairs. 'You'll see some fun in a minute, gleefully remarked Crass to Easton. The polyphone continued to play 'The Boys of the Bulldog Breed. Philpot crossed over to the Semi-drunk. 'Look 'ere, old man, he whispered, 'take my tip and go 'ome quietly. You'll only git the worse of it, you know.
Hanging on the partition near the polyphone was a board about fifteen inches square, over the surface of which were distributed a number of small hooks, numbered. At the bottom of the board was a net made of fine twine, extended by means of a semi-circular piece of wire. In this net several india-rubber rings about three inches in diameter were lying.
Bundy was badly beaten, and then Easton suggested that it was time to think of going home. This proposal slightly modified met with general approval, the modification being suggested by Philpot, who insisted on standing one final round of drinks before they went. While they were pouring this down their throats, Crass took a penny from his waistcoat pocket and put it in the slot of the polyphone.
'Well, 'ere's the skin orf yer nose, said Crass, nodding to Philpot, and taking a long pull at the pint glass which the latter had handed to him. Similar appropriate and friendly sentiments were expressed by the others and suitably acknowledged by Philpot, the founder of the feast. The Old Dear now put a penny in the slot of the polyphone, and winding it up started it playing.
The air was foul with the smell of beer, spirits and tobacco smoke, and the uproar was deafening, for nearly everyone was talking at the same time, their voices clashing discordantly with the strains of the Polyphone, which was playing 'The Garden of Your Heart'. In one corner a group of men convulsed with laughter at the details of a dirty story related by one of their number.
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Do computer games influence landscape architecture; the art of arrangement of elements in a given space? When talking about inspiration, they sure do. It is also known that certain kind of games have an impact on our brain activity as they stimulate the processing of spatial elements. But what connects Tetris with public space design, and with the world of design itself?
When looking at Red Rouge in Shanghai, it is striking that the simple, geometrical shapes of polyominoes from a popular tile-matching puzzle game can create an array of seating, tables, and walls in Bar Rouge terrace. This, Shanghai's most privileged balcony, with a stunning view of the Pudong area, is enriched with a new, red, VIP Lounge area. Red Rouge maximizes the impact of the panorama, just as Tetris boosts our cognitive skills. So how does this project increase the value of landscape design?
100architects, the Red Rouge designer, aims to explore "the thin boundaries between public leisure and urban marketing" and they do it here in a simple but very sophisticated way. Social dynamics and public interactions, as the company claims, happen also in "semi-public spaces".
They have an indubitable public character because people gather there, whilst the space is, simultaneously, the legal possession of a private individual or corporation. What we can recognize that people are talking about is that members of the public become users in these "semi-public spaces". The characteristics of Bar Rouge are similar. This is a place of social interactions on the top of Shanghai's Bund 18 mall complex. It was located on the rooftop of an historical Shanghai building by VOL Group, a specialist and leader in the food and beverage industry in the city. These all factors really attract users.
A simplified skyline of Shanghai is illustrated by the use of geometrical forms. Well-known Shanghai buildings were imitated in these Tetris-like forms, and simplified. This measure makes use of the most significant feature of the Bar Rouge and puts the view of the Pudong area in the spotlight. What has been assumed is that the visual impact should be escalated and the business activity of a place should not be disrupted.
These conditions were the first and foremost thing that has been noticed during the design process. Such a view and location cannot be found in any other place in the world. Then the key words were established to set a framework – skyline, terrace, visual impact, and business activity.
The concept is simple, but was not simple to implement. Existing lounge sofas were substituted with a new solution which boosts the background view through the use of shapes, colors, and the light. The attention of clients is definitely drawn to these functional objects. They can be treated as furniture, architectural elements, art, or anything that comes to your mind. Having multiple meanings, Red Rouge is a perfect solution that fits into a modern metropolitan VIP area and takes space design to a brand new level.
Each of the five shapes have their own way to activate users of the VIP area. The tableseating area is the first element, with a size of 3,15 meters of total length. Actually, each module has 45 centimeters of length that is arranged into Tetris-like dynamic shapes. The connections between each section are 90 centimeters; the one in the middle stretches 135 centimeters. The tables are a frequent place for groups to gather due to their capacity of hosting up to eight people. The wall behind the first seating area has a built-in showcase displaying drinks.
And is the colour also a matter of a precise choice? Indeed, it is. Red makes the Red Rouge an energetic place. Its impact is noticeable from a distance. Shiny red, as the colour of attraction and strength, has a lot of energy. In psychology, it is said to make shy people open up. Red also stimulates the appetite. The purpose of using this colour is clear.
Red Rouge is definitely a unique example of taking inspiration from other fields of our life, like computer games. Arranged in a sophisticated way that does not sting our eyes with too much simplicity, the Tetris connotations in the project boost the landscape architecture world with old ideas given in a new, fresh way. This design is really worth remembering as an example of incorporating game design into landscape design.
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Walpack Center
The tiny cluster of structures on Main Street near Walpack Flatbrook road is no larger than a quarter of a mile, but seems to invoke visions of forgotten towns and ghost stories in visitors when they come upon it . Walpack became part of Sussex County when Sussex County was formed on June 8, 1753. Walpack Center was never a big town and mostly served the needs of the farms that surrounded it. When the automobile reached new heights in popularity, some thought the town would expand, but instead it took a completely opposite turn. The farmers could then drive to the stores in the areas further out to meet their needs. After 1910, no new structures were built. One by one the the people of the tiny town began to move elsewhere.
In 1962, the Tocks Island Dam was authorized by Congress. The project was to construct a huge dam about 160 feet above the river and between 400 and 900 feet wide, to create a 12,100-acre reservoir that would extend 37 miles in order for flood control and water and hydroelectric power. This decision further vacated the town by condemning the properties of Walpack Center. In the end, the federal government acquired 72,000 acres on both sides of the river displacing about 8,000 people.
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Due to strong public protest resulting from local media coverage, the project was eventually de-authorized. This left Walpack an empty ghost town.
The towns luck turned around in 1965, when Walpack Center became part of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Attention has been given by The National Park Service who have taken an interest in preserving Walpack Center for all to enjoy by utilizing the buildings as employee residences to prevent further vandalism. Walpack Historical Society is also using one building as their museum and headquarters.
In the beginning of town is the Walpack General Store, which is also known as the post office. The post office in Walpack Center was established on Jan. 21, 1854, with Jasper Rundle as its first postmaster. In 1893, the post office was officially re-designated "Walpack Center." In 1915, the general store burned down and a new general store was built at the same site. This post office closed in May 1988 and mail is now handled in Layton.
Built in 1840, this is the first Robbins House.
First Robbins House; Built ca. 1840
One of the oldest buildings in Walpack Center is the Rosenkrans House. It was built in 1850 by Jasper Rundle.
Rosenkrans House
The white Victorian Walpack Methodist Church was built in 1871, replacing an 1837 stone structure.
Victorian Walpack Methodist Church
Next door to the church is the Christie House, which was built in 1910.
Christie House
The two-story gable facade structure built in 1910 is the Hendershot House.
Second Rosenkrans House is shown below.
The Walpack Center Schoolhouse, which is located at the end of the block, was built in 1856
Thirty years have passed since the Walpack Historical Society was organized and Walpack Center now serves as a walk through museum to a era passed with historical society members acting as tour guides to help the memory of the area's rich history live on.
Wild West City
If we go back to the 1950s, western and cowboy culture had completely taken over. By 1959, 26 cowboy themed shows aired during prime-time and eight of the top ten shows were westerns. Howdy Doody was every child's hero as the merchandise flew off the shelves. Americans were hooked.
In Post war America, tourist culture blossomed and Wild West City stands as testimony to that era. It was once rated by the American Cowboy Magazine as one of the top five "must see" western theme parks in the United States. It is oftened compared to Buffalo Bills' Wild West Show.
It was around this time that (1956 to be exact) that the American Foundation for the Preservation of the Old West purchased a tract of land in Byram Township, New Jersey. An architect was flown out to Kansas to research actual towns and shortly thereafter construction began on a replica western town.
Operated by Justus Neinaber, the site opened in the spring of 1957 and lasted until 1962. The town was leased unsuccessfully for a season and then closed until 1963. The Stabile, Rospond and Maitalasso families purchased the theme park in the fall of 1963 planning a short term real estate investment. Michael and Mary Stabile of Nutley, New Jersey were the operators of the park and eventually bought out their partners in 1966.
The Stabile's continued to run the site . Micheal Stabile passed in 1993 and his wife, Mary in 2002. Members of the family still operate the park.
Stepping into the park, children run around with plastic pistols and cowboy hats.
There is a slight creepiness factor looking over the display of a western town with antique dolls.
The tiny shops each house artifacts from the past giving also a educational experience as well as a morbid one.
Of course, I wouldn't be telling this story without a little darkness involved.
In 2006, controversy struck the park when a actor was accidentally shot in the head with a real bullet. During the "Sundance Kid " skit after the smoke cleared and the applause died down, the actor was still lying on the ground, blood trickling down his face. The happy city of a era long gone turned to scene out of a horror movie as a afternoon of fun turned to memories not to be forgotten.
Coworkers thought he had fallen, and rushed him to the hospital. After he underwent CT scanning that doctors realized he had been shot with a real bullet. Another actor, who fired at Mr. Harris, had inadvertently loaded his gun with .22 caliber bullets instead of blanks. He had been late to work and grabbed a coworkers bullets not realizing he now had a loaded weapon for the show. The actor remains partially paralyzed and has won a 2 million dollar lawsuit against the business.
All their performers must now receive safety training before working at the park.
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Ghana is an interesting place to go looking for evidence about gender equality, as Polly T just has. Actually, it´s an extremely interesting place to go looking.
St George´s Day is coming. Would help if those urging us to celebrate it knew a little more about it really.
Brain eating zombies and the European Union. The difference is?
This really does have to be beaten into people. The US (and it´s true of the UK too) has not stopped "making things".
The problem with allowing government in to "save your business" is that it´s very difficult indeed to get them to leave again.
Which is what makes this idea of a new Labour industrial policy so scary.
And finally, something completely different. A guide to the nice parts of France....Netsmith assumes this means the parts with few Frenchmen in it.


In February 2017 we had ~130 participants create 25 games. You can see the games on itch.
A huge thank you to our primary sponsors The University of Southampton, ECS, and Studio Gobo, for their support.
The Southampton Game Jam is now over for another year. Thank you to our volunteers and participants for their contribution to another awesome event.
Southampton Game Jam was a local site for the Global Game Jam 2016, on the weekend of 29th January 2016. It was hosted at University of Southampton Highfield Campus, and had over 100 participants create 33 games on the theme of "Ritual".
You can view the games created by clicking on the "Groups" tab.
We'll be back January 20th-22nd 2017!
Global Game Jam 2015 is now over. Thank you very much to our volunteers for ensuring the success of the Southampton site, to our sponsors for allowing us to provide food and prizes, and to all of our participants for producing such great games. We hope you all enjoyed it!
Our site at the University of Southampton Highfield Campus had 24 games created by 92 participants.


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The Dome opened its doors to the public on 1 January 2000, it closed on 31 December 2000. What is the Millennium Dome known as now? The spectacular building on the Greenwich Peninsula is now known as The O2, which hosts a range of live events with great success.
What is Millennium Dome known as now?
Millennium Dome, official name The O2, massive construction project and tourist attraction in Greenwich, London, England.
When did the Millennium Dome known as now?
The dome was publicly renamed as The O2 on 31 May 2005, in a £6 million-per-year deal with telecommunications company O2 plc, now a subsidiary of Telefónica Europe.
When did the Millennium Dome open and closed?
Now home to some of the biggest UK events , the venue first opened to the public on January 1 2000 but its doors were closed on December 31 2000 and hosted flagship exhibition, the Millennium Experience.
Why is the Millennium Dome famous?
The Millennium Dome was constructed to be the home of a very large exhibition that was to celebrate the coming of the third millennium. It sits on the Greenwich Peninsula at the edge of South East London, England. Its western edge is passed by the Prime Meridian and it is now known as the O2 Arena.
THE MILLENNIUM DOME promotional video, 1999
Who robbed the Millennium Dome?
On 1 September 2000, the team identified three of the suspected robbers – Lee Wenham, Raymond Betson and William Cockram – at the Dome. It was then found that every time they had visited the attraction, the Thames was at high tide.
Why did they build the Millennium Dome?
Known as the O2 since 2005 – and after an extensive redevelopment as a concert arena and entertainment centre - the Dome was originally built to house the Millennium Experience, a government-backed exhibition celebrating the start of the 21st century.
Why did the Millennium Dome fail?
Contributing factors as reported in the press: Lack of vision. Poor execution (lackluster content resulting in negative experiences for visitors and the resulting negative PR stemming for those experiences).
How did they do the lights above the Millennium Dome?
The Millennia Vs green laser was turned on at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, which is sited in south east London. ... Diode lasers are used to produce the beam which will sweep out over the capital every evening. The laser light is reflected off two mirrors and comes out of a hole in the old observatory building.
Who paid for the Millennium Dome?
The Millennium Dome was a natural fit and AEG made the most of the fact that the British government was a distressed seller. It ended up getting the land for free in return for agreeing to pay 15% of the venue's net profits to the British government for 25 years.
Where is the Millennium diamond?
The diamond was discovered in the Mbuji-Mayi district of Zaire in 1990 in alluvial deposits; uncut, it was 777 carats (155.4 g). It was purchased by De Beers during the height of the country's Civil War that took place in the early to mid-nineties.
How long will the Dome last?
Authorities now say it will only be safe for humans to live there again in 24,000 years. The new dome will have to undergo a year-long pilot operation period before the power plant can obtain a licence from Ukraine's regulatory authorities and begin dismantling the unstable structures of the original Soviet shelter.
What is the dome shaped building in London?
What is The Gherkin? The Gherkin, otherwise known as 30 St Mary Axe, is one of the capital's most famous buildings. It's a feature of the London skyline and home to offices, a restaurant and a cocktail bar.
Did wizkid sold out 02 arena?
Nigeria's international music star Wizkid has sold out all his three shows slated for the O2 Arena in London within 35 minutes. The first show of His Made in Lagos Tour scheduled for 28 November was sold out in 12 minutes. ... The O2 Arena can accommodate 20,000 music fans.
What did the Millennium Dome open and close?
The Dome opened its doors to the public on 1 January 2000, it closed on 31 December 2000.
What happened to the Millennium Dome exhibits?
The Millennium Dome, still standing empty 18 months after closing, has been sold. The Body Zone was the heart of the Millennium Dome - the queues to see inside the exhibit were almost as famous as the sight of the not-quite-flesh-coloured body itself. ...
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Posted on March 11, 2015, in Adoption, Adoption = Interviews and tagged adopt, adopted, adopting, adoption, adoptive, blogging101, feature, monthly, weekly, writing challenge, writing101. Bookmark the permalink.	5 Comments.
I think this is an amazing idea, and not just because I'm an adoptee myself 🙂 While I'm not personally ready to share my own story in such a public forum, having the ability to read the stories of other adoptees would mean a lot to me. I'm sure others out there feel the same way. Thank you for undertaking this, and I look forward to seeing the stories. Who knows? Maybe in time, I'll be ready to share my own.
Thanks so much! The first interview goes live today; I'm really excited. Would you be willing to look over my list of questions and see if I've left out anything? I feel like I might be missing something important; a fresh set of eyes would be awesome. If yes, please send me an email at adoption.equals@gmail.com. If not, no worries!
If you do decide, at some point, that you'd like to share, you can also do it anonymously. Several of my interviewees have decided to use a pen name.
What a great idea! Can't wait to read them!


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Andrew Harper Sponsors Rising LPGA Star Albane Valenzuela
Above: Albane Valenzuela putting at an LPGA Tournament - Carey Sheffield Photography
For more than 40 years, Andrew Harper has fulfilled its mission of traveling incognito to discover the world's finest hotels, restaurants and experiences — and then sharing that information with its community of travelers.
We often look back with great fondness and gratitude at the countless places we've had the privilege of visiting, and the memories we've created along the way. Through travel, we have learned that a place is defined by its people and their culture. By embarking on the unknown and embracing the unexpected, our adventures often allow us to connect with fascinating individuals along the way.
Albane Valenzuela, one of the LPGA tour's bright young stars, is one of those individuals. A citizen of the world, Valenzuela was born in the United States and spent her early years in Mexico before her family relocated to Switzerland. She graduated from Stanford University with a 4.0+ GPA and was awarded Phi Beta Kappa. She speaks four languages (English, French, Spanish and German) and is on track to represent Switzerland once again in the Olympics this year.
Valenzuela's positivity and dedication to the causes she holds dear are truly inspirational. She co-founded Alexis for Autism with her brother, who is autistic, and together they have raised over $300,000 for autism spectrum disorder research. It is the opportunity to meet people like Albane that makes life special, and we could not be prouder to be an official sponsor of her professional golf career and welcome her into the Andrew Harper community.
This partnership represents Andrew Harper's commitment to continuing to expand how we share with our members the joys of opening the world to one another. Please join us in supporting Albane as she pursues her goals, not only on her journey as a professional golfer but as she aspires to greatness both on and off the course.
How long have you been playing golf?
I started playing at the age of 3 in Mexico City.
What drew you to the game?
I just loved everything about it, from being outdoors to learning how to create new shots.
Did you play in college or go straight to the LPGA?
I played collegiate golf at Stanford University and turned pro my senior year after earning my LPGA card at Q-School.
Was it a hard decision to leave Stanford?
Leaving my team was a very tough decision, but knowing that I would get a degree from Stanford by June gave me a lot of comfort.
What has been the highlight of your golf career so far?
One of the highlights of my career was representing Switzerland at the 2016 Rio Olympics. It was by far the most memorable experience in my golf career and something I will cherish forever.
Have you ever had a hole-in-one or an eagle in a tournament?
Sadly, both my hole-in-ones were during practice rounds: one of which was at the NCAAs with my teammates. I have had many eagles in tournaments, including two on par 4s this past season on the LPGA tour.
How far can you drive the ball?
I hit my drive around 260 yards.
What has been your favorite golf course to play?
My favorite course is Cypress Point on the Monterey Peninsula in California — the views are breathtaking!
Is there any particular course that you've wanted to play and haven't been able to yet?
I would love to play Pine Valley in New Jersey and Shinnecock Hills in New York.
How many countries have you traveled to?
I would say I have visited over 30 countries, including Brazil, Australia, Japan and Morocco. Growing up in Europe, I got the opportunity to experience so many different cultures.
What is on your travel bucket list?
I would love to travel to Alaska, South Africa and New Zealand!
What country or city can you not wait to revisit?
I want to go back to London. I just love the city and want to spend more time there.
Tell us about an experience that made you think, "This is why I love travel."
I grew up in a very international family. I was born in New York City to a Mexican father and French mother but spent most of my childhood in Switzerland. Traveling has always been an integral part of who I am and it strongly influenced my decision to become a professional golfer.
Albane Valenzuela, sporting her Andrew Harper cap - Walter Sports Advisory
When you have downtime, how do you like to spend it?
I love spending time with family and friends, exercising, reading and being outdoors. My family moved to the Bahamas about three years ago, and I feel very thankful to spend a lot of my time in such a beautiful part of the world.
Tell us more about becoming a Swiss citizen.
I became a Swiss citizen at the age of 14. It usually takes about 10 consecutive years as a resident to apply for naturalization, with the years between the ages of 8 and 18 counting double. It was a very natural decision for me and by far the best choice I've ever made.
Do you get to do any sightseeing while on the LPGA tour, or is your schedule pretty restricted to golf?
I love visiting new places and always try to see something while I am traveling. The last time I went to Hawaii, I was determined to drive all around the island and do a few hikes.
What's the hardest thing about being on tour? What's the most fun thing? Has it lived up to your expectations?
The hardest thing about being on tour is finding a routine while being on the road. The most fun thing is traveling around the globe to compete against the best players in the world. I was certainly not expecting to start my career during a pandemic, so I look forward to the day when we can have fans and spectators again!
Who are people you admire in life? What about in the world of golf?
I have always admired strong and fearless female figures such as Condoleezza Rice and Lindsey Vonn. In the world of golf, I always admired Tiger Woods.
What are some of your passions outside of golf?
I am a very curious person and I love learning. I am always trying to find ways to learn, whether it is by reading or meeting new people.
Albane Valenzuela at the Kia Classic, the Aviara Golf Club, Carlsbad, California - Donald Miralle / Getty Images
Last year was particularly difficult for you: shoulder pain, an appendectomy and COVID-19. How did all that affect your game and your personal life?
2020 was an extremely challenging year for me both physically and mentally. It was a very painful experience, but it taught me to never take anything for granted. I feel very lucky about where I am today and for all the support I got throughout this time.
Tell us about your brother, Alex. It sounds as if you two have a very special relationship.
My brother has always been my biggest inspiration, both for his unwavering empathy for those in difficulty, but also for his courage to speak candidly about his battle with autism. He is a true fighter who always finds ways to bounce back from adversity and maintain a positive outlook for any given situation.
Tell us about Alexis for Autism.
My brother created the charity, whose focus and purpose is to organize golf events and raise funds for associations, foundations and medical research for autism. My brother wanted to lend his voice to autism and help other children on the spectrum through his passion for golf.
In his first event, which took place at our home course in Geneva in June 2018, he raised over $300,000 to support genetic research. Our goal is to do another event in the Bahamas to provide access to therapists for low-income families.
By Andrew Harper Staff Guest Contributor


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Order of Owen Archer Books
Owen Archer is the protagonist in a series of historical mystery novels by American novelist Candace Robb. The series is set in medieval England during the late 14th century. Owen Archer works as a spy (reluctantly) for John Thoresby, Archbishop of York.
Candace M. Robb began her Owen Archer medieval mysteries series in 1993 with the novel The Apothecary Rose. Below is a list of Candace Robb's Owen Archer books in order of when they were first published (which is the same as their chronological order):
Publication Order of Owen Archer Books
The Apothecary Rose (1993)
The Nun's Tale (1993)
The Lady Chapel (1994)
The King's Bishop (1996)
The Riddle of St. Leonard's (1997)
A Gift of Sanctuary (1998)
A Spy for the Redeemer (1999)
The Cross-Legged Knight (2002)
The Guilt of Innocents (2007)
A Vigil of Spies (2008)
The Bone Jar (2016)
A Conspiracy of Wolves (2019)
A Choir of Crows (2020)
The Riverwoman's Dragon (2021)
If You Like Owen Archer Books, You'll Love…
Knights Templar Mysteries
Brother Athelstan
Roger the Chapman
Owen Archer Synopses: The Apothecary Rose by Candace Robb (book 1 in the series) is set in York, where men are dying under strange circumstances. Owen Archer begins working under an apothecary in an attempt to solve the mystery. But it is from the young lady Lucie that the truth is revealed.
The Lady Chapel by Candace Robb (book 2 in the series) opens with a killing within the walls of York Minster. It is June 1365 and the feast of Corpus Christi. The dead body of a man is discovered with his right hand missing, but it is not until an identical death occurs that Owen makes the distant connection with Royal Windsor.
Order of Books » Characters » Order of Owen Archer Books
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F i t t i n g 2 This hoodie will be produced in a beautiful and delicate lace, with a signature dress underneath in a transformation of recycled denim!
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Ovogodisnji moderator Jean Baptiste Andreani - direktor prestiznog IFA Paris o Festivalu 2019. u porednjenju sa proslogodisnjim kada je takodjer bio moderator. Tada se zaljubio u BiH sto ga je o vratilo ponovo ove godine. ❤🍀 This year's moderator, Jean Baptiste Andreani, director of the prestigious IFA Paris, talked about the Festival 2019. and compared him with last year's Festival when he was also a moderator. He fell in love with Bosnia and Herzegovina, which "returned" him to be a moderator again and came to our country.
Fabrics,textures and things starting to come together.
Construction of basic trouser block.
I n s p i r a t i o n. The simplicity of including text and embroidery into my designs creates a little touch of texture. Here is one of the pictures I used an an inspiration for this technique.
L a c e S a m p l e. One of the various lace samples in the selection of fabrics for the collection.


You can make building a pergola, building a pergola 12x10, building a pergola against a house, building a pergola attached to house, building a pergola bracket, building a pergola bunnings, building a pergola cost. A park is an area where someone can relax and enjoy themselves after a day of working with family. The park can be used as a place to hold a party in the garden area to have fun with friends and neighbors.
You can choose beautiful plants with colored flowers to color the garden area. The garden area must have plants and trees. A garden with a beautifully decorated pool with decorations of various plants, fish in a pond, etc.The garden area must have healthy grass so that children can play comfortably.
For medium and large sized pools, flexible rubber pool liners are the best. Plastic liners are used, but can harm fish and plant life if someone talks about the long term.Previously formed liners, on the other hand, are suitable for very small ponds. Flexible liners are available in various sizes and wear resistant.
Installing a pond liner is clearly a difficult task, but it can still be done. Need to calculate the width and length along with the depth of the pool. With a beautiful pool and maybe a greenhouse, you can create a fantastic garden space for yourself.We have to install a pre-liner between the liner and the ground area. For a beautiful garden, someone needs to do a little hard work. We must ensure that nothing breaks when sharp objects such as roots and stones are passed.
Create a cellphone and hang it on a tree branch. The mirror and the reflective surface of the CD attract birds and shine in the sun. Garden statues, fences, specimen trees, and bushes all help produce good bones. With a large mirror, someone can put it on the fence, behind the plant and enjoy the reflection of your garden lighting. The plate is broken – don't throw away the chipped plate, especially the beautiful one! Stick to the garden with sharp parts hidden into the ground. Our dog uses a large mirror to pick up the squirrel without being seen, he crawls into the greenery under the trees and looks in the mirror for each squirrel, he hasn't caught it but he often chases them.
More mirrors! A broken mirror can be found in the trash and taken for use in the park. Use the pieces in the form of a loose mosaic and you can have one of the artworks. Glue with mirror adhesives for fences, garden sheds, and wherever you want to make the space look bigger. Cain-what about the old beach umbrella and covered with silk green plants and small Christmas lights? Put on the ground where the light is illuminated, this display is very festive.
Add the work needed to make a fountain.Paint, mirror glue or tile pieces to make mosaics. Try small pieces glued together to make a sculpture. Large broken pots look great as they are, or can be painted to look as if they were centuries old. Broken pottery was found in garden centers and nurseries.
Friendly scenery.Again, three, five, or seven are the most successful. The mine has plant hangers and small lanterns hanging as well. Post Fence – old, tall but sturdy fence posts make large poles for use as flag hangers. Separate old lamp stands, any form of high stand, and anything you can add that is tall and slim can weather resistance to make a grouping of candle holders for the garden. With or without candles, this is interesting and interesting! Especially among low-growing flowers.
Look around the house and garage and see with new eyes. Bury the bottom so it doesn't turn upside down, or you can add concrete to the base. What about the window frame? Old billiard balls, golf equipment, fishing equipment, parts and boat paddles, anything from wood! Some of these things need to be painted with clear or colored outer spray to keep them looking good, whether they look classic or modern.Do you have a broken fan box? A beautiful square gate for painting and hanging as a fake gate, wall decor, or wherever your imagination. Look at the trash can and the neighboring trash! Old TV tables can be cut to the bottom of the plant pot. Have an old touchier lamp? It is also great for painting and planting in a garden, decorated with plants above. Cut the design of the bars for a better appearance.


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Soap Mixture as Insecticide
By Angela Ryczkowski
What Chemicals Will Kill Spider Mites?
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Whether annual flowering plants are bothered by thrips or prized garden vegetables plagued by aphids, you may opt to use chemical controls where cultural or mechanical treatments have not sufficiently curbed pest activity. But many pesticides can prove costly and may pose threats related to human or pet health or raise concerns about their environment impact. Insecticidal soaps provide a relatively safe and cost-effective pest-control option.
Pests Controlled
In general, insecticidal soaps are most effective against small, soft-bodied insects and other arthropods. Pests controlled include spider mites, aphids, immature scales and leafhoppers, whiteflies, mealybugs and psyllids. Large insects and larvae like caterpillars, sawflies and beetle larvae are minimally affected by soap sprays. Soaps do not work on hard-bodied, mobile insects like bees, wasps, flies and beetles. There are a few exceptions, including Japanese beetles and boxelder bugs. Predatory mites, beneficial arthropods that help to control spider mites, are easily killed by soaps.
Acceptable Soaps and Concentrations
Commercially available insecticidal soap mixtures may already be at the correct concentration for use. Some may require dilution according to manufacturer recommendations for use against a specific pest or on a certain type of plant. An effective mixture could contain 1 percent to 2 percent soap, or about 2 to 5 tablespoons of soap per gallon of water. Rather than purchase a soap, an appropriate mixture can be created using a mild dish-washing liquid that does not contain a degreaser or is intended for use in an automatic dishwasher.
Thorough coverage with the insecticidal soap is crucial, as this spray must directly contact pests to control them and is only effective while it remains wet. The soap spray should reach the pests directly; they may be concentrated on leaf undersides, in leaf axils or even in curled or distorted growth. Insecticidal soaps are not persistent and will generally require repeat applications at least every four to seven days to achieve sufficient control of the pest.
Potential Problems
Insecticidal soaps have low toxicity to humans but can still irritate human and pet eyes; they should not be inhaled and can cause vomiting or gastric distress if consumed. Insecticidal soaps or additives in a mixture may injure plant foliage. To avoid problems with phytotoxicity, test a soap spray on a small, inconspicuous part of a plant and monitor it for injury for at least 24 hours. If injury did occur, reduce the soap concentration or choose a different material and repeat the test. If no injury occurred, treat the entire plant. Soap mixtures made with hard water are less effective because minerals in the water precipitate the fatty acids in the soap. To determine if water is suitable, combine water and soap in a clear glass at the planned rate, mix the water and soap well and let the jar stand for 15 minutes. If after 15 minutes the soapy water still has a uniform, milky appearance it is acceptable for use. If a scum develops on the water surface, you will either have to use a water conditioner or find an alternative water source.
Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service: Insecticidal Soaps for Garden Pest Control
University of Florida IFAS Extension: Clean up Pests With Soap
University of California Integrated Pest Management Program: Pesticide Information About Soap
Angela Ryczkowski is a professional writer who has served as a greenhouse manager and certified wildland firefighter. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in urban and regional studies.
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