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Yesterday, in the capstone course for my MA, our professor asked us to write about our relationship to writing: the good, the bad, where we write, how we write, etc.
My relationship to writing, like my relationship to everything else, is autistic. And it’s a complex relationship for that reason.
My autism came with a side of autistic hyperlexia, which many of the so-called “experts” call a “splinter” or “savant” skill. They don’t mean this approvingly. They mean that the hyperlexic’s ability to produce torrents of words is not the same thing as communicating, that we might be able to write but surely we have very little idea what we mean.
I’ve also been told that my hyperlexia is actually OCD, a compulsion that should be suppressed or redirected for the sake of my mental health. At one point I actually started writing a short story about a woman who goes insane following this very advice.
Writing is a compulsion for me, but not in the way one means when one talks about obsessive-compulsive disorders – although the difference can be hard to explain. It’s a need the way food, sleep, and exercise are needs: basic to my fundamental health. I don’t write to avoid feeling bad; I do it to feel well. I find an intense joy in it. When I have a migraine, I write basically non-stop for the duration of the migraine. Most of what I write makes no sense, but it doesn’t need to. It is the act of writing that provides relief.
Several of my classmates said they didn’t particularly like writing, but they liked having written. I find having written to be a major letdown. My first scholarly, peer-reviewed article was published recently; after I got done crowing about how my first scholarly article was published!, I actually felt hollow. During the holiday break, I filled a notebook with fanfiction nobody will ever read; now, a week later, I’m not even sure where I put that notebook, since I’m on to a new one.
I so love writing, and have so integrated it into my life, that the next part is even harder to explain: Despite loving writing, I also hate it.
I hate it because even though I produce words at an astonishing rate, I don’t think in words. I think in complex multidimensional structures that look like fractals (but aren’t always – I’m a humanities scholar, and humans are far messier and less predictable than fractals). Writing is, for me, a constant process of translation. I’m always turning those thought structures into words. And when I do, pieces are lost, because words are inherently limited and limiting. Limits frustrate me.


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The National Assembly adopted the draft budget of the State Social Security Fund for 2011 with 114 votes. 43 deputies of the 157 MPs present in the plenary voted against, there were no abstentions. The draft budget extends from 9 to 12 months the preceding period on which the benefits for unemployment are calculated and to 18 months for maternity leave. The minimum daily amount of unemployment allowance is set to 7.20 levs, an increase from the present 6 levs. A differentiated minimum monthly contributory income for social security purposes according to a scale is introduced for the self - employed. Contributions will be based on their 2010 taxable income and are fixed at: BGN 420, 450, 500 and 550. The monthly contributory income for tobacco producers and farmers is set at BGN 240. The rise of the minimum social security thresholds for major economic activities and occupational groups in 2011 represents 5, 6 per cent compared with 2010. The government, which moves the bill, points out that the higher contributory levels for social security would have a positive impact on the growth of the average income in the country. The draft budget of the National Social Security Fund for 2011 sets the average monthly contributory earnings at BGN 609.86 levs marking an increase of 6.3 per cent compared to its expected level for 2010 (BGN 573.90).
MPs adopted also, at first reading, the next year's Budget of the National Health Insurance Fund. The proposed budget was supported by 120 MPs, while 44 MPs voted against. Representatives of the GERB and the Ataka party, as well as two independent members voted in favor. MPs from the Movement for Rights and Freedoms, the Coalition for Bulgaria and the Blue Coalition voted against the bill. The projected total revenues and cash transfers to the Fund will amount to BGN 2,633,730,000 with the same amount of expenditures. It was explicitly stated that the budget frame of the NHIF is going to be balanced. The health insurance contribution for 2011 remains 8 percent. The Transitional and Final provisions of the NHIF 2011 draft Budget Act increase the amount of transfers and expenditures with BGN 130 million. Instead of the current BGN 1,909,432,000 the sum becomes BGN 2,039,432,000. During the debate in the plenary, the minister of health noted that in comparison with 2010, the 2011 budget does not provide much more money for the hospitals, which need of a serious reform. By contrast, more money is set out for the primary, specialized and outpatient care. He noted that the allocation for emergency outpatient care in 2011 is 14 per cent higher and that the budget is optimal. He told the lawmakers that as of 2012 the clinical paths system of financing will be changed.

industry_corpus2: Finance & Economics


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Hosting a new limited edition flavor.
This new flavor was formulated to tastily liven up an iced coffee and to give cocktail lovers a refreshing taste and delicious twist on their seasonal favorites for spring and summer enjoyment. An enticing option for those looking to expand their beverage options in the form of a frozen or iced cocktail to enjoy in warmer temperatures.
Kahlúa Salted Caramel Liqueur blends the tasty combination of salty and sweet. The decadent and smooth notes of salted caramel balance perfectly with the taste of Kahlúa, allowing for a sweet indulgence that is reminiscent of simple pleasures and good times.

industry_corpus2: Hospitality & Catering


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CHARLEVOIX -- The new Charlevoix County Planning Commission rescheduled its organizational meeting.
Officials set the initial meeting date on Aug. 4, but changed it to Thursday, Aug. 11. That move is intended to provide the planning commissioners time to prepare for their first meeting as a new body.
The planning commission is not altogether new, but recently re-adopted by county leaders to comply with the state's Planning and Enabling Act of 2008. The seven-member board will elect officers at its coming public meeting.
The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, in the Pine Lake Room in the basement of Charlevoix County's administrative building in Charlevoix.
An agenda is expected to be posted on the county's website -- www.charlevoixcounty.org -- as soon as it becomes available.
Call (231) 547-7234 for more information.

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The McLean Province Homeowners Association was established in 1991 via a merger of two separate communities that had been built in 1986 and 1988. The community is located at the Southeast corner of the intersection of Kirby Road and Great Falls Street in Falls Church, Virginia. We are about a 20 minute walk (1 mile) from the West Falls Church Metro station. The community consists of 128 residences; 127 townhouses and a single-family residence (inherited as part of the original land development).
In 2001 a consolidated and amended Declaration of Covenant and Restrictions was adopted by the community to form the core rules and regulations for the Community, with a goal to not only provide governance of the association but to preserve the appearance and property values of the community.
Architecturally, there are 21 different townhouse designs within the community with some slight variants within the individual designs. The residences are situated around circa 1 mile of Community owned private roads and parking areas, comprising McLean Province Circle, Gervais Drive, Gillen Lane, and Van Tuyl Place. The Community adjoins a small Fairfax County park. The Longfellow Middle and the Haycock Elementary schools are our neighbors on the other side of the park.
The community is governed by a Board of Directors via a professional property manager. The Board of Directors meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00pm, typically in room 108 at the Longfellow Middle School, 2000 Westmoreland St., Falls Church, VA 22043. See the “Announcement” page for the most current meeting information.
The property manager is National Realty Partners (NRP), 365 Herndon Parkway #106, Herndon, Virginia 20170, telephone (703) 435-3800.
The Board is supported by a Landscape Committee that meets monthly on the second Wednesday of each month and by an Architectural Review Committee that meets quarterly. See the “Announcement” page for the most current meeting arrangements.
Owners and residents are encouraged to attend any of the meetings.
Board Meeting materials and meeting minutes can be found under the Residents Only page.


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As you know, Room 5 has been busy getting their hands dirty! We were lucky enough to get a set of little garden seedling kits, as well as some awesome extras donated to us.
We have been busy getting our seedlings growing, weeding the school garden and adding mulch /fertiliser to help our plants grow when we plant them out.
As a bonus we also had Kathy from Zero Waste come and see us. She helped us set up the school worm farm! Eventually the busy Tiger worms will create some awesome liquid and solid fertiliser that we can put into our garden.
Here is a short clip our what we have been up to.
Confirmed cases of chicken pox.

industry_corpus2: Subject Education


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There is nothing we love more than meeting young people and their families.
The Admissions Office is staffed year-round.
You can call us at 507-333-1618 or 1-800-421-2724.


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Iceland is a music enthusiastic nation. The music scene seems to obey to the same laws of nature as the Icelandic weather does: There are ever changing bands, countless musicians & singers and unpredictable music projects. It is quite hard to stay up to date. I used my chance when the supermarket around the corner had a music CD sale, to get me some new supply. For research reasons only, of course.
Lay Low is one of those mutli-talented artists who sticks around in the fast moving Icelandic music scene already a little longer with a long list of releases, but I have to admit, I hadn`t bothered to spend her much attention until this day. Even though she is knowledgeable in how to play the piano, she is exclusively performing with variable kinds of guitars and truly became a master in it. I also dig her voice quite much. It is not your easy, sweet, average songtress voice, but has an edgy, characterful tone. This, however makes the album not very easy listening to, as you have to concentrate in order to engage to her style of performaning, on top of that live albums are always a different sound experience which requires more attentive listening. Lay Low with her civil name being Lovísa Elísabet Sigrúnardóttir can be discovered in two ways on this album: Audible and visible since it is both a CD and a DVD, which is a lot for this price I paid.
I never heard about this singer/songwriter before in terms of his name, however I was familiar with some of his songs. His music is getting quite some air time in Icelandic radios and I recognized one or two songs from the first listen to the album right away. Even though this isn’t an entirely easy to consume album, you will soon figure out that all of the 12 songs are pretty fast sneaking into your ears and stick there for good. I especially like his unpretentious way of singing. His lyrics are smart and deep, sometimes even have a sarcastic kick. He can even drift into more darker areas and submerge to sadness. Mani, in my opinion is extremely talented and his debut album shows his talent in a bright, musical light despite all the dark. I would even go so far to state, that all of the songs of this album are superb. He is actually right now on tour in Germany and other European countries. If you can, I recommend you: Go, and check him out! I will definetly attend his concert in Reykjavík.
This is another artist I haven’t heard of before. I break it with you right away: This is the album I randomly purchased at the CD sale I like the least. I neither enjoy the composition nor the selection of the songs. Once I bought his album, I engaged with the artist a little more and it is actually terrible to know that this artist is so much better with his different – especially Icelandic – work. By the choice of artists and songs, you can right away tell that this artist has been living in the U.S. for some time, the style of the album heavily influenced by it. Even though he has been working overseas as a heart surgeon and not a musician, you can actually not tell if you are listening to an American country album, a genre I in fact do not enjoy too much. Usually Icelandic bands have their own interpretation of genres, like country style, which makes it usually interesting and enjoyable for me. Like, Lay Low: Her songs sound country-ish as well, but in comparison to Lay Low this album is so sleek, too picture-perfect and therefore interchangeable. There is no song in the album which makes you want to listen more closely and start to daydream and fantasize about how your own music video would look like, if would need to shoot one.
Those guys you all know. Their international hit single “Way down we go” has been in the charts across the globe last year. I was delighted to see their album in the sale and of course, bought it right away. Since we were listening to it for the first time while being on a Westfjord excursion, this quickly became our road trip soundrack and I really enjoy a good trip sound. The singer Jökull has a strong and unique voice and this band probably has a bright future ahead of them. Their music is very catchy and almost all of the tracks on the album are a pleasure to listen to. This is me saying this – usually not the biggest rock fan out there . I am convinced this band is here to stay in the ever changing Icelandic music landscape.

industry_corpus2: Film & Entertainment


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Oranges are the best source of vitamin C for the body, so be sure to bite into some everyday for a healthy dose of the vitamin everyday. This is going to be another way to keep your skin glowing and healthy. It is also going to push away all chances of you getting a cold. The vitamin C content of orange juice is also known to be helpful in boosting the body's immunity against diseases and infections.
Studies conducted into the potentials of orange-juice reveal it to be able to counter bad levels of cholesterol in the body besides maintaining the blood-pressure in the body at healthy levels.
Orange-juice is also known for its potentials to keep away cancer of all forms. It is the best agent against skin cancer, and cancerous growths in the mouth, or even the lungs. It is also known for its potential to keep away the possibility of formation of kidney-stones. The citrate content of orange-juice lowers the acidity of urine. So, it aids in the control of formation of stones in teh kidney.
The flip-side of orange-juice is that it contains a lot of calories. So, it is not going to be your best-friend if you are looking for a regimen of weight-loss. In this case, you should always avoid drinking a lot of it. If you are opting for some canned orange-juice, a perusal of the calorie content is going to prove to be helpful.
The other important point about orange-juice is that it is acidic in nature. It has the potential to damage the teeth, and even the intestines. You are likely to get a stomach-ache if you consume a lot of orange-juice.

industry_corpus2: Health & Medicine


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George Soros’s Open Society Foundations is anticipating an increase in “migration pressures in the coming decades” due in part to “globalization,” according to a leaked memo outlining a proposed strategy for successfully influencing immigration policy.
The memo, which was published by “hacktivist” group DCLeaks, contains a proposed strategy for OSF’s International Migration Initiative, which aims to influence global immigration policy. The proposed strategy previews the organization’s work from 2016 to 2019.
“IMI’s work on migration is set against a volatile backdrop. More people than ever before are crossing borders in search of safety and a better life, while in nearly every region xenophobia, populism, and hostility towards migrants are on the rise,” notes the memo.
“The fierce opposition to immigration reforms in the US and Europe, rising numbers of deaths in the Mediterranean, and record numbers of unaccompanied children point to a breakdown in the governance and public acceptance of migration,” the memo continues. “This will be amplified as demographic forces, globalization, climate change, and conflicts increase migration pressures in the coming decades.

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when I was editing the new chapters that covers this confusion.
I do strongly recommended this show as it is a very good summary of the current total terror confusion of the West.
At the time of the recording were all the participants as well as the discussion leader trapped in the same confusion as most other Westerners as they made no distinct separation between the vast difference between Trust or to Worship Authority and Understanding or Knowledge.
So, BBC and the Academic cult demonstrate – one more time – how the Westerners are fooled to replace Knowledge with Trust by the trick that is formally named Platonism.
See also the same confusion, in the same BBC format, in the aspect of so called Science.


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Our vision is to be recognised as the leading organisation in the provision of mental health care, addiction services and learning disability care. Quality, recoveryand wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.
Our Recovery College is not a college in the traditional sense of the word. It’s a place designed to provide you with a range of courses to help you to recognise, develop and make the most of your skills and achieve what you want in your life. Sharing knowledge in an enjoyable, friendly and informal environment to enhance a person’s learning and understanding.


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Felting Wool Set (Boxer) WOOL Only, The Felt Box. Needle Felting Supplies. Carded Wool for felting.
Carded felting wool in Boxer shades.

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The reality: Many families do not know what to look for. Sometimes a serious problem can be overlooked as “just a phase.” But it’s those sudden changes — angry outbursts, declining grades, changes in sleeping or eating — that can signal problems. When something unusual crops up, families can keep in close touch with the school.
The reality: Again, there aren’t enough of them. Nearly every state has reported ashortage of special education teachers. Half of all school districts say they have trouble recruiting highly qualified candidates.


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These tasty kebabs are packed with flavor and go perfectly with Greek yogurt!
Combine the oil, onion, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl and mix well.
Add the lamb cubes and turn them about to coat thoroughly with the mixture.
Cover and let stand at room temperature 2 to 3 hours or in the refrigerator 5 to 6 hours, turning the meat from time to time.
Remove the lamb cubes from the marinade and thread them on long skewers, leaving a few inches exposed at each end.
Broil, preferably over charcoal, about 15 minutes or until the lamb is richly browned outside and pink and juicy inside, turning and basting now and then with the marinade.
Arrange the pieces of bread on 4 heated dinner plates. Using a fork, push the lamb off the skewers onto the bread.
Beat the yogurt until smooth.
Season to taste with salt and pepper and spoon over the lamb.
Heat the butter and stir in the paprika. Drizzle the paprika butter over the yogurt and serve.


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Selection criteria for worldwide hotel brands operating in Nigeria for least 1 year, choice is based on lodging service standards, hotel cleanliness and ambience, hotel activities and client maintenance, online ratings, worker treatment and product knowledge, benefit conveyance, efficiency, client feedback.
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Kees Boeke's book COSMIC VIEW: The Universe in 40 Jumps was placed on the World Wide Web by Mitchell N. Charity. It can be found at http://www.vendian.org/mncharity/cosmicview/.
I have put a copy of Mitchell Charity's web version of COSMIC VIEW (as of January 4, 2001) here, at http://www.physics.rutgers.edu/~friedan/other/cosmicview_copy/.
Another web version of COSMIC VIEW is at http://nedwww.ipac.caltech.edu/level5/Boeke/frames.html.

industry_corpus2: Technology & Research


text: It’s no accident that Lavazza is Italy’s favorite coffee. Four generations of the Lavazza family have dedicated over 120 years to finding the best blends of coffee beans from all over the world to provide you the authentic Italian experience. The Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee Blend is no exception. A mix of Arabica varieties from Brazil, Colombia, and India and Robustas from Indonesia and Vietnam creates a mild and creamy medium espresso roast. You’ll taste hints of honey, almonds, and dried fruit with every velvety sip. This blend is ideally brewed as a traditional Italian espresso but is versatile enough to work with a drip coffee maker, French press, moka pot… whatever your favorite method of brewing may be. Enjoy a true taste of Italy that is uniquely Lavazza.

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The primary objectives of the accounting function in an organization are to process financial information and to prepare financial statements at the end of the accounting period. To meet the objectives, series of steps is required. Collectively these steps are known as the “accounting cycle“ that will be discussed through this post.
As transactions and events related to financial resources occur, they are analyzed with respect to their effect on the financial position of the company.
As an example, the sales for a day in a retail establishment are collected on a cash register tape. These sales become inputs into the accounting system.
Every organization establishes a chart of accounts that identifies the categories for recording transactions and events. The chart of accounts for the retail establishment includes Cash and Sales.
After collecting and analyzing the information obtained in the first step, the information is entered in the general journal, which is called the book of original entry.
Journalizing transactions may be done continually, but this step can be done in a batch at the end of the day if data from similar transactions are being sorted and collected, on a cash register tape, for example.
The general journal entries are posted to the “general ledger”, which is organized by account.
All transactions for the same account are collected and summarized; for example, the account titled Sales will accumulate the total value of the sales for the period.
If posting were done daily, the Sales account in the ledger would show the total sales for each day as well as the cumulative sales for the period to date.
Posting to ledger accounts may be less frequent, perhaps at the end of each day, at the end of the week, or possibly even at the end of the month.
At the end of the period, double-entry accounting requires that debits and credits recorded in the general ledger be equal. Debit and credit merely signify position—left and right, respectively.
Some accounts normally have debit balances (e.g., assets and expenses) and other accounts have credit balances (e.g., liabilities, owners’ equity, and revenues). As transactions are recorded in the general journal and subsequently posted to the ledger, all amounts recorded on the debit side of accounts (i.e., recorded on the left side must equal all amounts recorded on the credit side of accounts (i.e., recorded on the right side).
Preparing an unadjusted trial balance tests the equality of debits and credits as recorded in the general ledger. If unequal amounts of debits and credits are found in this step, the reason for the inequality is investigated and corrected before proceeding to the next step.
In addition, the unadjusted trial balance provides the balances of all the accounts that may require adjustment in the next step.
“Period-end adjustments” are required to bring accounts to their proper balances after considering transactions and/or events not yet recorded.
Under accrual accounting, revenue is recorded when earned and expenses when incurred. Thus, an entry may be required at the end of the period to record revenue that has been earned but not yet recorded on the books. Similarly, an adjustment may be required to record an expense that may have been incurred but not yet recorded.
As with an unadjusted trial balance, preparing an adjusted trial balance step tests the equality of debits and credits.
However, assets, liabilities, owners’ equity, revenues, and expenses will reflect the adjustments that have been made in the previous step. If there should be unequal amounts of debits and credits or if an account appears to be incorrect, the discrepancy or error is investigated and corrected.
Financial statements are prepared using the corrected balances from the adjusted trial balance. These are one of the primary outputs of the financial accounting system.
Revenues and expenses are accumulated and reported by period, either a monthly, quarterly, or yearly.
To prevent their not being added to or commingled with revenues and expenses of another period, they need to be closed out—that is, given zero balances—at the end of each period.
Their net balances, which represent the income or loss for the period, are transferred into owner’s equity. Once revenue and expense accounts are closed, the only accounts that have balances are the asset, liability, and owners’ equity accounts. Their balances are carried forward to the next period.
to test the equality of debit and credit balances of all the balance sheet accounts, that is, assets, liabilities and owner’s equity.
Companies must systematically process financial information and must have staffs who perform all the needed steps, in preparing financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and/or annual basis.


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With little love, attention, and pinch of deliciousness, an occasion can become perfect for you. Of course, your loved ones will make your occasion thoughtful. But what deliciousness will make it extra special? The answer to your question is CAKES! Tasty and yummy they are the perfect item you pair up for your occasion. Whether it’s birthday, anniversary or valentine’s cakes serves the best of both worlds. One way we celebrate the occasion is by having a party and birthday cake delivery for the special day. Below mentioned are a few reasons why we should enjoy these precious moments.
Occasions are the best time when we invite the people we love. From friends to family everyone comes and uplift the vibrancy of your day. What’s more is you will experience a sense of being togetherness with them. It clearly doesn’t matter what the occasion is all about, but you will, without a doubt, enjoy the most with their mere presence and certainly with the scrumptious cake.
At one point, one’s mind often wanders to “meaning of life.” But, by celebrating the occasion, one adds significance not only to their own life but including the loved one’s life as well. It’s a special moment to be cherished. Sometimes by cutting a cake and sharing the moments. Even by smearing it all over the face, doesn’t that we all do especially on birthdays? Well, that’s how life becomes meaningful simply enjoying the occasion.
Special occasions help us in creating memories that will last a lifetime. It’s the only thing in life that makes it reminiscence for a long time. There are many ways you can keep on remembering. But again, if there’s one thing that makes everything so much beautiful, then capturing them. Whether we hire a professional photographer that will click extraordinary pictures or captured by our own they are bound to create everlasting memories. Furthermore, you can also ask your friends and family to write down a few thoughts on for you on blocks. Either way, you are bound to treasure brilliant moments.
Excitement + Fun = Successful celebration. Don’t you agree with it? There are endless ways to stir up the fun and joy part into the occasion. Songs, dance, games and other such activities can be included in the party. And trust us; all these will roar the laughter and giggles in the room. For additional triggering touch, you can Order chocolate cakes online in USA and get a personalized cake to make everyone go WOW.
There are so many different traditions all over the world. For decades we have been following them and will continue to do so. However, nine out of 10 families have their own set of diverse traditions that they have been following. Why not add a new one and try to follow every year when the particular occasion arrives? For instance, if it’s the birthday then a family photo shoot is a must. For anniversary you can write down new vows and take every year in front of your friends and family. In this way, you can bring new traditions into existence.
A simple and usual party is boring. One needs to add fun spirits, games and a few hobbies as well. There are many hobbies you can give a try. But all of it depends upon what occasion you are celebrating. You can host karaoke and ask a couple of your friends to sing along with it. Another thing is you can host a DIY hobby that s/he loves doing. Don’t forget to showcase the adorable photo booths which are in trend. To make your folks and dear ones feel relaxed organize a scavenger hunt.
Pro-tip: DO TAKE SILLY PICTURES.
Sometimes a place becomes special maybe because it’s the first time you met the love of your life. Or maybe it’s the place that’s his/her comfort like home or your farmhouse. Whatever it maybe ensure that you host the party at the place which will fit a bunch of people. If the weather is good enough you can organize your food, exceptional cake, decor and more. Else, indoor is always an excellent option. If you are having a theme, make sure the color palate matches in an utmost way.
Lauren Johnson is a creative writer by passion and marketing professional by profession – a tech-savvy who is currently associated with Giftblooms, an Online Gift Store. For over 10 years she's been working with eCommerce agencies to gain more revenue and better sales. she holds relevant industry experience and writes about Fashion, Lifestyle, and Food-Beverages.


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Day’s Collision Painting & Repair Inc.
Finding a reliable auto body shop to repair your damaged vehicle is crucial if you want the repairs done right. If you have a vehicle that is in need of professional repair services, you can count on Day's Collision, Painting and Repair, Inc. to help you. We're a reliable auto collision center that provides a wide range of automotive services.
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text: First Hand hosted the ‘Runway Heroes’ fashion show and luncheon at the beautiful Chijmes Hall on May 29th. Over 200 guests enjoyed a three-course lunch with free flow drinks and two unique runway shows. Five brands were showcased, Change Lingerie, Zalora, Firefly, Rouge and Covetella, along with silent and live auctions. First Hand partnered with Tresor Galleria, Blu Kouzina, Matua and Lindeman wines, Vanilla Luxury and Premier Racing Partners to create this spectacular event. The First Hand committee help support more than 600 children and families in Cambodia that benefit from Damnok Toek’s three residential and vocational centers. 100% of profits were donated in aid of the prevention of child trafficking in Cambodia.

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria’s main opposition party, says it has been informed that Amina Zakari, a niece of President Muhammadu Buhari, has been appointed as the Chairperson of INEC Advisory Committee and Presidential Election Collation Centre Committee.
Africa News 24 had reported earlier that INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, appointed Zakari, a national commissioner at the commission to head the collation centre of the elections.
Reacting to the appointment, PDP said INEC Chairman has shown that he has been compromised, adding that if he (Yakubu) wants a peaceful presidential election, he should, with the speed of light, reverse himself on the appointment.
PDP said this via a statement signed by Director, Media & Publicity, PDP Presidential Campaign Organisation, Kola Ologbondiyan.
The statement reads, “The Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Organisation vehemently and unequivocally rejects, in its entirety, the appointment of Mrs Amina Zakari, President Buhari’s blood relation, as head of the collation of results in the same election in which her uncle, President Buhari, is a candidate.
“The appointment of Mrs Amina Zakari constitutes a direct violence against the presidential election and the PDP will not, in any way, whatsoever, accept it.
“In appointing Mrs Amina Zakari to head the collation of this Presidential election, Prof. Yakubu has confirmed that he has been compromised.


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Noon Fitness Flash: Refrain from eating any processed foods.
Amazing how many foods touted to be good for us fit in this category huh? Was anyone surprised by seeing SLIM FAST on the list?
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Media captionTreasury minister David Gauke: "We have still delivered a budget that is good for the public finances"
The government is to reverse its plans to impose VAT on Cornish pasties, the BBC has learned.
Ministers have also reduced the intended 20% charge which was due to be levied on static caravans to 5%.
The U-turn from Chancellor George Osborne's Budget follows protests by bakers and caravanning enthusiasts.
The government has altered the definition of what is a "hot" pasty to allow the reversal of its plans. Labour said ministers were "incompetent".
After the amendment, food such as sausage rolls or pasties sold on shelves - that is, cooling down, rather than being kept hot in a special cabinet - will not be liable for VAT.
During a parliamentary debate last week, MPs from all three main parties criticised Mr Osborne's proposals, arguing they were unenforceable and would have an adverse impact on jobs and businesses.
Currently, VAT is not charged on most food and drink, or hot baked goods, but is payable on takeaway food sold to be eaten hot.
However, hot savouries including pasties and pies are exempt. The U-turn would effectively maintain this situation where they are left to return to "ambient temperatures" on shelves in bakeries and supermarkets.
Sheryll Murray, Conservative MP for South East Cornwall, said: "I told the government that I didn't want to see an army of thermometer-wielding tax inspectors poking our pasties and that I was really concerned about the vagaries of ambient temperature. They listened."
Liberal Democrat MP Stephen Gilbert, who represents Newquay, added: "The Cornish people have won and there will be dancing in streets from Land's End to the Tamar as people hear that the government has dropped its plans to clobber local people and local businesses with this tax."
Static caravans do not currently incur VAT. The new 5% rate will be delayed from October to April next year.
A Treasury said: "The Budget announced a consultation on a change to VAT on hot takeaway food, designed to remove inconsistency and ambiguity in the system and level the playing field across the takeaway food market.
"After extensive engagement we have improved the policy, addressing practical concerns, ensuring that the new regime could be as simple as possible to apply.
"We have addressed these in a way that allows us to remove the inconsistent VAT treatment, while not imposing any additional requirement on businesses to test the temperature of their products."
For Labour, shadow Treasury minister Chris Leslie said: "This government is proving time and time again they can't think through policies before it makes announcements.
"It really ought to have got some of these consultations done before the chancellor decided to put up the taxes."
He added: "To go along making policy reverses is an incompetent way to run the government."


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Betsy Dunn, 84 Newtownards Road, Donaghadee, Co. Down, BT21 OPT.
Tom Casey, Quay Road, Kildysart, Ennis, Co. Clare.
Bred by Mark Jacob, Coolnabacca, Stradbally, Co. Laois.
Alice Norton, Newtoenbarry Stud, Bunclody, Co. Wexford.
Albert McDonnell, New House, Crossabeg, Co. Wexford.
Bred by Peter Healy, Erinagh, Silvrmines, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.
Pascal Lawlor, Glenpipe, Co. Kilkenny.
Bred by Anastasia Lawlor, Glenpipe, Co. Kilkenny.
Stephen Byers, The Steadings, 120 Sand Road, Galgorm, BT42 1DN.
Bred by Michael Blake, Lisdeen, Kilkee, Co. Clare.
Seamus Lehane, Ballard House, Ballymacowen, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Bred by James Kelly, Glenmore, Co. Wexford.
2nd. Kate McMahon, Newcastle, Athenry, Co. Galway.
3rd. Alice Norton, Newtownbarry House, Bunclody, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
4th. Kieran Fahy, Maulbrack, Enniskeane, Co. Cork.
5th. P.J Lehane, Castle View, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Best Turned Out. Raymond Cahalane, Castlejane Stud, Union Hall, Co. Cork.
Bred by Tom Toghill, Church Cross, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
1st. Wafer Bros, Parkmore, Carnew, Co. Wicklow.
Bred by Norman Graham, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.
2nd. Michael O'Callaghan, Cloncolman, Lissycasey, Ennis, Co. Clare.
Bred by Susan Moloney, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
3rd. Mary Cox, Fethard on Sea, New Ross, Co. Wexford.
4th. Don Furlong & John Wafer, Ballywiltagh, Shillilagh, Co. Wicklow.
Bred by Derry Rothhwell, Greenhall, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow.
5th. Robert Moore, Knockdrumagh, Myshall, Co. Carlow.
6th & Best Turned Out. Mr Desmond Gibson, Hillside House, 250 Rathfriland Road, Dromara, Co. Down, BT25 2EH.
Bred by Donal O Brien, Ballinacarra, Kilfenora, Co. Clare.
1st. Michael Martin, Durquaire, Kinvara, Co. Galway.
Bred by Michael Naughton, Roo, Gort, Co. Galway.
2nd. Derry Rothwell, Greenhall, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow.
Bred by Lorraine Wallace, Dromore, Co. Down.
3rd. Cyril Stephens, Cranny, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
Bred by Mrs Amy E Browne, The Hill, 48 Lisnastrean, Lisburn, Co. Antrim.
4th. Patrick Barry, Brownstown, Ardfield, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
5th. Cyril Conway, Lisseycasey, Ennis, Co. Clare.
6th. Cecelia Delaney, Castle Meadows, Ballymount, Calverstown, Co. Kildare.
Bred by Michael Kenny, Kennystown, Gorey, Co. Wexford.
Best Turned out. Tom Foley, Clonola, Killysart, Co. Clare.
1st. Anthony Sheridan, Carravilla, Hollymount, Co. Mayo.
2nd & Best Turned Out. Mr Desmond Gibson, 250 Rathfriland Road, Dromara, Co. Down, BT 25 2EH.
Bred by Maria Coade, Mucklow, Killennel, Gorey, Co. Wexford.
3rd. John Keane, Moveen, Kilkee, Co. Clare.
Bred by Aidan Hogan, Gatestown, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
5th. Eddie Roche, c/o Ger & Sadie Murphy, Parknashogue, Ballygarrett, Gorey, Co. Wexford.
Bred by Eddie Roche, Whitechurch, Co. Wexford.
6th. Shay Lacey, Redinagh Stud, Killurin, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
Bred by Thomas Delahunty, Barnacole, Mooncoin, Co. Kilkenny.
1st. Tom Casey, Quay Road, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
Bred by David Hogan, Clohaninchy, Quilty, Co. Clare.
2nd & Best Turned Out. Kieran O'Gorman, Brookfield House, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
3rd. Cecilia Delaney, Ballymount, Colbinstown, Co. Kildare.
4th. Tom Casey, Quay Road, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
5th. Michael Feeney, Ballycormack House Stud, Aglish, Co. Tipperary.
Bred by M/s Clohessy & McNamara, Moneen, Killimer, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
6th. Kieran Fahy, Maulbrack, Enniskeane, Co. Cork.
1st. Dermot O'Sullivan, Rosshill, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
2nd. Kieran Fahy, Maulbrack, Enniskeane, Co. Cork.
3rd. Kieran O'Gorman, Brookfield House, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
4th & Best Turned out. James Lynch, Ballylemon, Cappagh, Co. Waterford.
5th. Tom Lenihan, New House, Lakeview, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
6th. P.J Lehane, Castle View, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Roco Engineering, Mountbellew; Farrell Brothers, Mountbellew.
1st & Champion Foal. James Lynch, Ballylemon, Cappagh, Co. Waterford.
2nd. Dermot O'Sullivan, Rosshill, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
3rd. Sheila Barry, Magowna, Inch, Ennis, Co. Clare.
4th. Tom Lenihan, Lakeview, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
5th. Tom Newell, Kilcahill, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
6th & Best Turned Out. Margaret Jeffers, Ballykelly House, Drinagh, Co. Wexford.
7th. Gerry Murray, Cahertrim, Ardrahan, Co. Galway.
8th. P J Wall, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
2nd. Jimmy Casey, Clonola, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
3rd. Michael Keane, Moveen, Kilkee, Co. Clare.
4th & Best Turned Out. Derry Rothwell, Greenhall, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow.
5th. John Corbett, Dungar Park, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.
6th. Donnellan Bros, Ballylean, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
7th. Liam Ryan, Killasolan, Mountbellew, Co. Galway.
2nd Best Turned Out. Raymond Cahalane, Castlejane Stud, Union Hall, Co. Cork.
3rd. Donnellan Bros, Ballylean, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
4th. Susan Traynor, Crillea House, Shercock, Co. Cavan.
5th. Michael Jackson, Sea Road, Ballycastle, Co. Mayo.
6th. Michael Dooner, Creggan, Glasson, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
1st. William Smyth, 36 Creevyargon Road, Ballinahinch, Co. Down, BT24 8YD.
Bred by Jack Cowan, 37 Drumnagally Road, Banbridge, Co. Down.
2nd. Michael Roche, Bell Lodge Stables, Assagart, Foulksmills, Co. Wexford.
Bred by Mrs G Briner, Rockview House, Gorteen, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny.
5th. Kieran Fahy, Maulbrack, Enniskeane, Co. Cork.
6th. Gerry Murray, Cahertrim, Ardrahan, Co. Galway.
Best Turned Out. Ronan Wilson, Howaths Hill, Kimalum, Blessington, Co. Wicklow.
Bred by James Gahen, Ballycougeen, Ferns, Co. Wexford.
Champion Colt Foal. Kieran Fahy, Maulbrack, Enniskeane, Co. Cork.
Reserve Colt Foal. William Smyth, 36 Creevyargon Road, Ballinahinch, Co. Down, BT24 8YD.
Champion Filly Foal. Tom Newell, Kilcahill, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
Reserve Filly Foal. Michael Keane, Moveen, Kilkee, Co. Clare.
Bred by Francis Creaven, Ross Lodge, Headford, Co. Galway.
1st. P.J. Glynn, Craobhin House, Crannaghmore, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.
Bred by Pakie Wafer, Parkmore, Carnew, Co. Wicklow.
2nd. Michael O'Grady, Carrowkeel, Murisk, Westport, Co. Mayo.
Bred by John Dunne, Belturbet, Co. Cavan.
3rd & Best Turned Out. Tom Newell, Kilcahill, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
4th. Eamon Hennigan, Bonniconlon, Ballina, Co. Mayo.
Sponsored by Pegus Horse Feeds.
1st. Desmond Gibson, 250 Rathfriland Road, Dromara, Co. Down, BT25 2EH.
Bred by Mrs Sarah Fleming, Sarahville, Redcross, Co. Wicklow.
2nd. William Smyth, 36 Creevyargon Road, Ballinahinch, Co. Down, BT24 8YD.
3rd. P.J. Glynn, Craobhin House, Crannaghmore, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.
4th. Niall O'Donovan, Gurrandruig, Timoleague, Co. Cork.
Bred by Simon McCarthy, Butlerstown, Bandon, Co. Cork.
5th & Best Turned Out. Raymond Cahalane, Castlejane Stud, Union Hall, Co. Cork.
6th. John Hickey, Coronea, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
1st. Pat Fallon, c/o Orchard Cottage Stables, Comber, Co Down.
2nd. Pat Fallon, c/o Orchard Cottage Stables, Comber, Co Down.
3rd. Lyndsey O'Brien, Knockanes House, Adare, Co Limerick.
4th & Best Four Year Old. Lynne Boggs, c/o Orchard Cottage Stables, Comber, Co Down.
5th. Olga Scully, The Courtyard, Renville, Oranmore, Co. Galway.
6th. James Lynch, c/o Orchard Cottage Stables, Comber, Co. Down.
Best Turned out Horse and Rider. Sean Jones, Scariff, Co. Clare.
Sponsored by Michael Feeney & Fiona Lynch, Ballycormac House Stud, Aglish, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.
1st. Cathriona Glynn, Castletaylor, Ardrahan, Co. Galway.
2nd. Bill Bourns, Ganty, Craughwell, Co. Galway.
3rd & Best Turned Out Horse and Rider. Sam McAteer, c/o Orchard Cottage Stables, Comber, Co. Down.
4th. Tracey Foley, 45 Marwood Green, Glanmire, Co. Cork.
Breeder: Gerry Murray, Cahertrim, Ardrahan, Co. Galway.
5th. Tom McNamara, Shanbally, Craughwell, Co. Galway.
6th. Judy Pearson, Gurteen College, Ballingarry, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.
Breeder: Hugo Perdue, Sire: Classic Vision.
Sponsored by Horse Sport Ireland.
1st. Michael & Chris Mannion, Doon, Ballinahown, Athlone, Co. Offaly.
Bred by Mary Flynn, Doon, Ballinahown, Athlone, Co. Offaly.
2nd. Jimmy Quinn, Cappa Stud, Annaghwest, Annaghdown, Co. Galway.
Bred by Seamus Leahy, Headford, Co. Galway.
3rd. Timothy Wilson, Clough, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny.
Bred by Thomas McEntee, Castleblaney, Co. Mayo.
1st. Seamus Sloyan, Tully, Carrowbehy, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon.
2nd. Richard Murphy, Lecarrow, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
Bred by Eddie Murphy, Lecarrow, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
3rd. Sean Colhoun, 11 Hillhead Road, Urnay, Strabane, Co. Tyrone BT82 9RD.
4th. Pat Murphy, Lecarrow, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
5th. Jim Steele, Manorcunningham, Co. Donegal.
Bred by M Colhoun & G Tunney, 11 Hillhead Road, Urney, Strebane, Co Tyrone, BT82 9RD.
6th & Best Turned Out. Michael Feeney, Ballycormack, Aglish, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.
Bred by James Ryan, Birdhill, Co. Tipperary.
1st. John Butler, Dreelingstown, Rathmoyle, Co. Kilkenny.
Bred by Gerard Reilly, Adamstown, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.
2nd. Padraig Bohan, Gortfada, Mohill, Co. Leitrim.
Bred by Kay Blackwell-Brazil, Glann Lodge, Ballinahown, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
3rd. Eddie Murphy, Lecarrow, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
4th & Best Turned Out. Peter O'Donovan, Foxhall, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork.
3rd. Nigel & Charlotte Moore, Tullyroe, 41 Tullywest Road, Crumlin, Co. Antrim, BT29 4SP.
4th. Aiden Flanagan, Goldsmith House, Lacken, Glasson, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
John McLoughlin, Falduff, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo.
5th. Pat Hoare, Moylough, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
Tom Burke, Coolagh, Castlegar, Co. Galway.
6th. Raymond Sloyan, Brackloon North, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.
Best Turned Out. Seamus Flanagan, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.
Malachy Cregg, Ballytean, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo.
1st & Best Turned Out. Hughie Murphy, Barnaview Stables, Barnacogue, Swinford, Co. Mayo.
2nd. Vi Wilson, 38 Tievenny Road, Victoria Bridge, Strabane, Co. Tyrone, BT82 9LW.
Bred by Maria Mc Kenna, Lisbane Farms, 10 Lisbane Road, Co. Down.
3rd. Peter McLoughlin, Ellistown Stud, Kildare, Co. Kildare.
Bred by John Fitzpatrick, Walsh Island, Co. Offaly.
4th.Gerard Sweeney, Churchill, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
Bred by Patrick Joseph Flood, Kilmantogue, Rathangan, Co. Kildare.
5th. Jimmy Quinn, Cappa Stud, Annaghdown, Co. Galway.
6th. Harry Wilson, 38 Tievenny Road, Victoria Bridge, Strabane, Co. Tyrone, BT82 9LW.
Maria Mc Kenna, Lisbane Farms, 10 Lisbane Road, Co. Down.
1st & Best Turned Out. James White, The Pike, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
2nd. Phyll Noone, Lydican, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
3rd. Maura Walsh, Liscaninaune, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
4th. Dermot O'Brien, Stonepark, Ballyneaty, Co. Limerick.
5th. Adrian Burke, Cavan, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo.
6th. John Burchill, Rineen, Castlehaven, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
1st. Michael Ryan, Hollymount, Ballaghmore, Borris-in-Ossory, Co. Laois.
2nd. John Kelly, Woodhaven, Kilconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
3rd. Hughie Murphy, Barnaview Stables, Barnacogue, Swinford, Co. Mayo.
4th. John Corbett, Dungar Park, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.
5th. Martin Shaughnessy, Ballinamore Bridge Stud, Castlefrench, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
6th. Sam Burchill, Rineen, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
Bred by John Burchill, Rineen, Skibbereen, Co. Cork.
Best Turned Out. Lough Melvin Show Horses, Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh.
1st. Jane Gibbins, Mayfield, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
Bred by Helen O'Donnell, Ferrybridge, Clarina, Co. Limerick.
2nd. Jane Somerville, Ardville Stud, Fassagh, Bellock, Co. Fermanagh.
3rd. Laura McWeeney, Longstone Stud, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim.
4th. Ernie Somerville, Ardville Stud, Fassagh, Belleek, Co. Fermanagh.
Bred by Frank & Conor McCormick, Brookvale Stud, Saintfield, Co. Down.
5th. Jane Gibbins, Mayfield, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
6th & Best Turned Out. Angela Flack, Knockagar, Letterbarrow, Donegal Town.
Bred by Deane Smithwick, Kilcreen Stud, Co. Kilkenny.
1st. Noel Nee, Doonreaghan, Cashel, Co. Galway.
Bred by Martin Nee, Doonreaghan, Cashel, Co. Galway.
2nd. Peter O'Malley, Carraroe, Co. Galway.
3rd. Martin Keaney, Murvey, Roundstone, Co. Galway.
4th. Philip McMahon, Drumlougher, Milltown, Belturbet, Co. Cavan.
Bred by Connemara Pony Breeders Society, Showgrounds, Clifden, Co. Galway.
5th. Denis Kehoe, C/O Bramblebrough Farm, Newbridge, Camolin, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
6th. Laura McWeeney, Longshine Stud, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim.
Bred by Martin McGlynn, Drumcong, Co. Leitrim.
1st. Deirdre Scott, Barnfield House, Knockmore, Ballina, Co. Mayo.
Bred by Patrick Finn, C/o Barnfield House, Knockmore, Ballina, Co. Mayo.
2nd. Michael & Mary Connolly, Ross, Roscahill, Co. Galway.
3rd. Mr Gerard Martyn, Clonboo, Corrandulla, Co. Galway.
Bred by Frank McMonagle, Raphoe, Co. Donegal.
4th. Sally O'Leary, Lime Kiln Lodge, Crosshaven, Co. Cork.
Bred by Mrs Carole Seigne, Bawnaknockane, Ballydehob, Co. Cork.
5th. Marian Hynes, 7 Ashleagh Crescent, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
Bred by John Leonard, Ballytoulug, Tarmonbarry.
6th. Martin J Calvey, Keel, Achill, Co. Mayo.
7th. Claire Devlin, Old Boleys, Glencree, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow.
1st. Sinead McGrath, St Patricks, Cregmore, Claregalway, Co. Galway.
Bred by Mr John M Quinn, Leam, Recess P.O., Co. Galway.
3rd. Damien Gorhem, Bunowen, Ballyconneely, Clifden, Co. Galway.
4th. Sean Dunne, Garryhinch, Portarlington, Co. Offaly.
5th. Laura McWeeney, Longshine Stud, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim.
Bred by James Leonard, Addrigoole, Corrandulla, Co. Galway.
1st. Ciara & Sarah Foley, Clonola, Kildysart, Co. Clare.
Sean O'Neill, Labasheeda, Co. Clare.
2nd. Frank O'Dowd, Castleblakeney, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
3rd & Best Turned Out. Clare Heneghan, Knocknagur, Tuam, Co. Galway.
5th. Anthony Kelledy, Hammondstown, Dunleer, Co. Louth.
5th. Hilda Hall, Copeland House, Ballynebarney, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow.
6th. Geoffrey Hall, Copeland House, Ballynebarney, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow.
1st. Emma Higgins, Ballindine, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
2nd. Clare Higgins, Ballindine, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
4th. Deirdre Mc Gowan, Hill Street, Mohill, Co. Leitrim.
5th. Ciaran Golden, Demesne, Demense Carrowholly, Westport, Co. Mayo.
6th. Niall Brennan, Cloonacool, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo.
1st. Joe McGarry, Calora, Newtown Forbes, Co. Longford.
2nd. Stanley Richardson, Woodford Lodge, Newtowngore, Co. Leitrim.
3rd. Garrett McGuinness, 40 Knockbrack Downs, Matthews Lane, Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Bred by Tony Grady, Julianstown, Co. Meath.
4th. Martin Ryan, Copperfield House, Cabra, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
5th. Gerry Lenehan, Rathlee, Easkey, Co. Sligo.
6th. Martin Ryan, Copperfield House, Cabra, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
1st. Tom Yorke, Toome, Ballymahon, Co. Longford.
Mr Sean O'Brien, Ballyderowen, Burnfoot, Co. Donegal.
2nd. Gerard Noone, Ard, Cloontagh, Clonmany, Co. Donegal.
3rd. Brian McKinney, Knockbrack, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
4th. David Hegarty, Currevreeda, Bandon, Co. Cork.
5th. Maxwell Bros, Ballinagare, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon.
1st. David Hegarty, Currevreeda, Bandon, Co. Cork.
2nd. David Wharton, Knockawaddra, Tralee, Co. Kerry.
3rd. Jack Cantillon, Droumadeesert, Ballyhar, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
5th. Noel & James MacSweeney, Kielnaroanagh, Toames, Macroom, Co. Cork.
1st. Mr Sean O'Brien, Ballyderowen, Burnfoot, Co. Donegal.
3rd. Dermot Mullaney, Cregg, Balla, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
4th. Liam Murtagh, Attydermot, Aughrim, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
5th. Tim O'Donovan, Gurtnamuckla, Dunmanway, Co. Cork.
6th. Padraig Finnegan, Knockadoo, Coolaney, Co. Sligo.
Sponsored by Pharvet Ltd Veterinary Supplies, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow.
1st. Garrett McGuinness, 40 Knockbrack Downs, Matthews Lane, Drogheda, Co. Louth.
Bred by Seamus McCann, Newhaggard, Lusk, Co. Dublin.
2nd. Erwin Stanley, Rahendrick, Ballacolla, Co. Laois.
3rd. James Teague, Tenelick, Colehill, Co. Longford.
4th. Erwin Stanley, Rahendrick, Ballacolla, Co. Laois.
5th. Paul & James McPadden, Garr, Rhode, Co. Offaly.
1st. Samuel & Dale Allister, Slieveve, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan.
Bred by Michael Killeen, Co. Clare.
2nd. Derek Ormiston, Stradone, Cavan, Co. Cavan.
3rd. Pat & Michael Rosengrave, Ballyline, Crusheen, Co. Clare.
Bred by Pat Haugh, Cross, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
4th. Mr Sean O'Brien, Ballydrowen, Burnfoot, Co. Donegal.
5th. Martin Harold, Glenswilly, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
6th. Martin & Colm Harold, Glenswilly, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
2nd. Clive & Victor Barrett, Raphoe, Co. Donegal.
3rd. Maxwell Bros, Ballinagare, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon.
4th. Raymond Gillesse, Circular Road, Sligo.
1st. Hubert Melia, Gortroe, Corrandulla, Co. Galway.
2nd. Marie Reaney, Kilglass, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
3rd. Martin Ward, Windfield Road, Menlogh, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
1st. Pat Dunne, Ballasize, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow.
2nd. Laurance Murphy, Ballinsallogh, Hacketstown, Co. Carlow.
3rd. Tom Dunne, Ballasize, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow.
1st. Paul Kingston, Raheenbeg, Bantry, Co Cork.
3rd. Danny Lee McCarthy, Glengariff.
1st. Mrs Dina Moloney Feery, Anglesborugh, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick.
2nd. Agatha Craig, 25 Kilbeagh Village, Charlestown, Co. Mayo.
3rd. Siobhan Gainly, Snugboro, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
4th. Myra Kingston, Curraghnaloughra, Drinagh, Co. Cork.
5th. Breda Forkin, Keash, Ballymote, Co. Sligo.
6th. Vera Savage, Friars Hill, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny.
7th. Margaret Farrelly, Drumina, Virgina, Co. Cavan.
8th. Betty Denning, Ennevarogue, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
Sponsored by Bonniconlon Show & The I.S.A.
1st. Ciaran Henderson, Newtownard, Grange, Co. Sligo.
2nd. Laura Tully, Liberty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.
Joint 3rd. Teresa McCann, Lecarrow, Skreen, Co. Sligo.
Joint 3rd. Jill Saderson, Kilclare Beg, Kilclare, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim.
4th. Ena Kelly 8 Lord Edward Street Ballina, Co Mayo.
1st. Ethel Lloyd, Winetown, Rathown, Co. Westmeath.
2nd. Mairead Redmond, Cloonagh, Gusserane, New Ross, Co. Wexford.
3rd. Muriel Hobson, Kilcarney, Hacketstown, Co. Carlow.
4th. Sheila Nolan, Connberry, Ballon, Co. Carlow.
5th. Marie Hehir, Carrowkeel West, Inagh, Co. Clare.
6th. Ann Walsh, Tomfarney, Clonroache, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
2nd. Raymond Higgins, Liberty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
3rd. Harold Lawlor, Floraville, Mill Road, Durrow, Co. Laois.
4th. Colin Lawlor, Clonking, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois.
5th. Noel Higgins, Liberty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
6th. Janet Lamb, Lime Tree Farm, Rich Hill, Co Armagh.
1st. Michael McGoldrick, Kilcoosey, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim.
2nd. David Curren, Moyglass, Fethard, Co. Tipperary.
3rd. Martin Lawlor, Bridge Gardens, Durrow, Co. Laois.
4th. Michael McGoldrick, Kilcoosey, Dromahair, Co. Leitrim.
5th. Aoife Langan, c/o Michael Walton, Kilmacowen, Ballisodare, Co. Sligo.
6th. Raymond Higgins, Liberty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
1st. Elizabeth Devine, Cloonarrow, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon.
2nd. Rachel McKeown, 84 Todd Leaps, Sixmilecross, Co. Tyrone.
3rd. Sinead Brannigan, 87 Glen Oaks Walk, Glenconnor, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary.
4th. Vivien Rothwell, Boolabawn, Davidstown, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
1st. Patrick Connelly, Tristernagh, Ballnacargy, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
2nd. Aidan Flanagan Bengeary, Crossmolina, Co Mayo.
3rd. Patrick Connelly, Tristernagh, Ballnacargy, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.
4th. Freddie Foster, Doocastle, Ballymote P.O., Co. Sligo.
5th. Aidan Flanagan, Bengeary, Crossmolina, Co. Mayo.
Sponsored by Connolly Redmills, Goresbridge, Co. Kilkenny.
1st. Mary Fleming, Donishall, Carnew, Co. Wicklow.
2nd. Andrew Black, 11 Drumiller Hill, Co. Down, BT 25 1EP.
3rd. Betty Boylan, Haylands, Blessington, Co. Wicklow.
4th. Eddie Boylan, Haylands, Blessington, Co. Wicklow.
1st. Kevin O'Donnell, Gardenfield, Tuam, Co. Galway.
2nd. Katherina O'Donnell, Gardenfield, Tuam, Co. Galway.
3rd. Padraig Holohan, Deerpark, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
1st & Overall Champion. Yasmin Garland, 17 Oakland Drive, Castlederg, Co. Tyrone, BT81 7DA.
2nd. Alana Corr, 21 Priory Lawn, Ballybeg, Waterford City.
3rd. Alan & Julie Garland, Drumachon, Drung, Co. Cavan .
Best Young Handler. Michelle Casey, Newcastle, Blarney, Co. Cork.
1st & Overall Reserve Champion. Ann Martin, Carriganurra, Sliebhrue, Co. Kilkenny.
2nd. Claire O'Reilly, Doonass, Clonlara, Co. Clare.
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2nd. Aine Feely, Ardnacrohy, Cork Rd, Newcastle West, Limerick.
3rd. Claire Morony, Spanish Point, Milltown Malbay, Co. Clare.
1st. Derek Fealy, Muckenaugh, Lixnaw, Co. Kerry.
2nd. Merilyn Dennehy, Castleview, Kilpatrick, Bandon, Co. Cork.
3rd. Deirdre O'Grady, Ballytrasna, Lissarda, Co. Cork.
4th. Viki Kirkwood, Ardnavaha House, Ballinascarthy, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.

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Cosford at 80 is our exhibition on display in Hangar 1 and it has been created by a small team of personnel from RAF Cosford.
RAF Cosford has been part of the Shropshire countryside since building work began on hangars and accommodation in 1937. Part of the pre-Second World War expansion plan, Cosford was formally opened on 15 July 1938 as a training and maintenance unit; since that time hundreds of thousands of RAF personnel have been trained on the Station and sent out to front line service around the world.
The exhibition looks at the history of some of the units that are currently based at RAF Cosford (No 1 Radio School, the Defence School of Photography and the RAF School of Physical Training). It also includes less well known elements of RAF Cosford’s history such Operation EXODUS (the repatriation of military personnel from prisoner of war camps across Europe and the Far East).
During the Second World War some 2,700 Spitfires were assembled at Cosford and the serial numbers of these aircraft have been captured and displayed in a Spitfire image.
The Exhibition is on display in the Temporary Exhibition Gallery.


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Grizzlies forward Matt Barnes drove to his estranged wife’s Los Angeles home last Saturday when he learned that former Lakers teammate and current Knicks coach Derek Fisher was seeing her, according to the New York Post.
Fisher left the scene before cops arrived, and we hear that Govan’s planning to file a restraining order.
Barnes found Fisher in the backyard with Gloria and family members, and the altercation escalated from there, into the kitchen and then the home’s front room, one witness said.


text: Undifferentiated spondyloarthropathies (uSpA) represent a group of patients with clinical and radiographic features suggestive of a seronegative spondyloarthropathy but not fulfilling the diagnostic criteria for any of the established diseases (ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis, enteropathic arthtitis) in this group. Undifferentiated spondyloarthropathy is one of the common disease subset in the spectrum of seronegative SpA. Since uSpa may gradually develop definite SpA, systematic follow up is recommended. In this case, we present a 27-year-old man who fulfilled the European spondyloarthropathy Study Group (ESSG) criteria for seronegative spondyloarthropathies but not meet criteria for any of the disease and diagnosed as uSpA.


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During this wonderful evening, you will receive special messages from your loved ones who have crossed over and guidance from your angels and spirit guides. Each message is unique, and you will be amazed by who steps forward to share their messages with you!
Your messages will be delivered through an intuitive reading by Tammy or by receiving an aura drawing by Sheri that shows the colors in your aura and a reading for what each color represents. Ranging from reds, greens, blues, oranges, purples and yellows.
Each color represents emotions, feelings, energy, light, and what messages spirit brings to the drawing.
and we look forward to seeing you and your loved ones!!


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Why do we often take for granted the very things that deserve our gratitude the most? We do this with both people and possessions. The problem is many people do not realize this until the situation has come and passed. We take things for granted on a daily basis, always with the assumption that whenever we need something, it will be there.
There are many things we fail to realize the true value of until they are missing from our lives. Think of technology, the Internet and your cell phone. You do not realize how vital your cell phone is to your life until you have to go days without it. Enjoy the little things in life because someday you will realize they were the big things.
This is a common thing once a relationship reaches its conclusion. When you become complacent with your partner, it is easy to fall into this trap. Happiness doesn't come as a result of getting what you don't have, rather it's recognizing and appreciating what you do have. If someone once made you happy, there is a great chance they still will. Think about it — maybe you are bored with your familiar routine, but that doesn't mean you should get rid of it. Don't lose something you have for something you think you want.
When people break up, it's common to regret it. You end the relationship because you can think you can do better, but once you're out there in the dating world, you realize you had something amazing. Sometimes it is too little too late and you must learn from your unfortunate decision. What screws a person up is trying to live up to image they create in their minds. There is no such thing as perfect, only perfect for you.
What you have now was once everything you strove to attain. Just because something becomes repetitive does not mean it needs to be replaced. Think of how lucky you are to have someone you can be completely comfortable around, that is a true gift and one that should be cherished at all times.
Appreciate all the things you have in life because you never know when that time will end. Clear the clutter inside your mind and realize what you have right now. Don't wait until you've lost it to finally see how much you took it for granted. Don't wait until you realize that without it, your foundation to make it through each day begins to crumble.
Too many times people don't realize what they have because they are out there looking for something better. The problem is that when they do realize it, they will come crawling back. Everyone falls into the trap that the grass is always greener on the other side. People make mistakes, it’s part of human nature. If you really love this person it may be in both people's best interest to give him or her another chance. Sometimes space makes people appreciate things they once had. You need to make it clear that you forgive one time, and one time only, and if this is what you truly want.
However on the flip side, you can only want something when you haven't got it. If you had it back, you would only get fed up with all the bad bits again and start wondering why you wanted it back in the first place. When you lose someone, you tend to remember the good parts, when you are with them, you tend to notice the bad parts; this is of course until you find the one you were truly meant to be with, and then the bad bits just seem endearing.
The thing is, very few people can see the impact of what they do now and how it relates to their futures. Which would you rather regret: the present, where you have no idea what is happening as it’s in real time and you haven’t the slightest conception of long-term consequences; or the past where you can take your time to see things as they were? People make mistakes and leave the things they love most. They fail to appreciate the good thing they once had and as a result will continuously regret their decision.
People constantly want something more, something new, but sometimes the most valuable things are what have been with us at all times. Just because something isn't happening for you right now does not mean that it never will. Happiness will never come to those who fail to appreciate what they already have. Just like you don't know what you have until it's gone, you don't know what you've been missing until it arrives.


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Can you tell me a little bit about your book?
Mind of a Survivor is an exploration into resilience. Through my own experiences of personal survival scenarios and those I have helped develop for TV shows, and the wilderness survival stories of everyday people who have survived against all odds, I look at what I believe make up some of the components of resilience. One of the questions I wanted to explore is whether lessons in resilience learnt in the wilderness can transfer into everyday life. And if so, how might this be possible. I believe that resilience can be learnt or developed to some extent if you dedicate time to working on the traits that I believe contribute to making someone a survivor and thus resilient.
When instructing and guiding in wilderness places, I saw over and over the almost spiritual-like reactions people would have from being in the wilderness and being part of a temporary community, and I wanted to know why this happened and explore the health benefits to the mind when in the wilderness. Mind of a Survivor is my interpretation of what makes a survivor through my own experiences and those of the people I have worked with. I look at some of the coping mechanisms that I have developed for working in highly pressured environments, I am aware some may not be healthy long-term. I am intrigued from the theoretical perspective what the psychologist community makes of this about why people react in certain ways or seemingly cope better than others.
Having worked extensively with native peoples who still maintain much of their hunter-gatherer lifestyles, I started believing that the way we live as Westerners is not particularly healthy for the mind. I do not believe we have evolved to live in the modern world. The primal, animalistic part of our brains holds us back. Stress has slowly crept into our lives and has become for many of us a chronic situation. I have seen particularly in the past five years an increase of young people and adults I work with on expeditions taking medication for anxiety and depression, and this raised the question, Has the medical profession become better at diagnosing mental health issues or are mental health issues on the increase?
I am not a medical practitioner so this is not in my power to give a professional opinion; however, with everyday life for many of us being so structured, there is little room for creativity or initiative. In tribal situations time is taken up with pure survival. Tribes people must meet the basic requirements of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs on a daily basis. When I am carrying out pure survival trips there is little room for emotions to take over, you are driven to collect water, food, find shelter this is all-consuming, very animalistic and takes initiative to overcome problems. I have also found that it is not really about positive or negative thoughts, it is about the basic fundamentals of ‘do or die’. Trying to be positive just doesn’t really come into it, you are so focused on surviving, yes you hold on to hope, but active positive thinking takes energy you don’t have to spare. In the Western world we rarely have to fight for the very food we eat and most of us have shelter over our heads. Have we created ourselves too much time to allow stress in?
What do you think the relevance of Mind of a Survivor is to the discipline of psychology?
Mind of a Survivor explores first-hand the positive benefits to mental health of people participating in outdoor activities. How nature provides an escape from everyday stresses, a place to be able to find perspective and to figure what is important in life. Spending time in nature, even if it is just sitting in a park on your lunch break, is beneficial to mental health. Mind of a Survivor is based on real-life situations and is a practical analysis of how I or others reacted to a certain situation.
I have seen what happens when the fragile rules that hold our society together crumble. I have seen the beauty, but I have also seen the ‘dark’ side of humanity, where people revert to pure animalistic behaviour. It is so rare to see people stripped of all their creature comforts and safety nets and hard to replicate unless actually doing. These are raw experiences which show results.
I spent the second year of my degree in Outdoor Studies at Charles University in Prague. The modules I took there were the psychology and philosophy of why people go into the outdoors. That is what really got me thinking that maybe my views weren’t that crazy. I am interested in the work of Al Seibert and have also read Laurence Gonzales’ Deep Survival and various research papers by outdoor professionals on the subject of wilderness therapy. With the political state of the world at the moment I think this topic could be rather relevant in terms of being prepared for the unexpected.
Why might psychologists – for example, those involve in therapy or those conducting research in the area of resilience, fear, decision making or social psychology – be interested in reading Mind of a Survivor?
I find that when talking to people about why they are anxious or stressed they often don’t know. They are either experiencing an overload from lots of different sources or they cannot pinpoint where the overwhelming emotions are coming from. They cannot see a way to deal with these emotions. Stand someone on top of a cliff and ask them to jump off into the water below and almost everyone could relate to the associated emotions. It is obvious that the fear comes from exposure, new experience, height and fear of injury or worse. If someone can learn to deal with these emotions logically in this setting, I believe the skills are transferable to everyday life. The wilderness also boosts confidence in decision-making, you have to make decisions, even if you are being guided; you cannot sit on the fence, you have to commit and act and face the consequences of your decisions; and if it was the wrong choice, sort it out. You learn self-reliance and become stronger in the face of adversity.
Finally, you might be interested in an article we published by Sarita Robinson and Nikola Bridges on the psychology and physiology behind staying alive (see tinyurl.com/henenpf). Feel free to share your thoughts on it with us.
This article is fascinating! The exploration chemically into what is potentially going on within the brain of survivors during and after a survival scenario is incredibly exciting stuff. The fact that a survivor may go to pieces after handling a traumatic experience is not a surprise and is something I have experienced myself personally and seen in others. I think it shows how strong the mind can be that for some people the mind can find the inner strength to keep going through a traumatic experience for days, weeks, months, even years, yet once safe apparently shuts down. I would love to be able to understand this more. Is it a protection mechanism? Is it the brain seeking a way to shut down to allow itself to process and recover or has it become overloaded or lost it’s focus and doesn’t know what to do with itself? I wonder if this could lead to predicting those that may be more prone to PTSD, and through this finding a way to better train resilience into, for example, frontline soldiers. Through my own experiences I believe resilience can be learnt to some extent when dealing with everyday stress, but what I am unsure of yet is how transferable resilience is from one scenario to another.
I also find the fact that some people fail to react or act in a life-threatening situation interesting. Out of interest, I occasionally watch Twitter when shows like The Island are on. It is amazing how many people comment negatively towards the participants in terms of behaviour of the ‘survivors’ and how they could do better if they were on the show. It is one thing sitting comfortably in your armchair believing you could make it through the hardships of struggling to meet the basic priorities of survival, it is a whole other thing when you are actually out there faced with hunger, lack of sleep and having to deal with the personalities you have found yourself with. You cannot predict how you will respond to a scenario until you are in it. This is what I wanted to look at in Mind of a Survivor – Why is this? Why do a few people leap into action and seemingly thrive during the scenario whilst others sit down and wait to ‘die’?


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NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until April 26, 2019 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS), if they purchased the Company’s securities between May 21, 2015 and February 20, 2019, inclusive (the “Class Period”). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
If you purchased securities of CVS and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nyse-cvs/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by April 26, 2019.
CVS and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On February 20, 2019, the Company announced its 4Q and full year financial results and provided its 2019 full year guidance, disclosing that 2019 adjusted earnings would be only $6.68 to $6.88 per share, much lower than average market estimates of $7.36, due to rising costs and poor results relating to its 2015 acquisition of Omnicare, Inc.
On this news, the price of CVS’ shares plummeted.
The case is Anarkat v. CVS Health Corp., et al, 19-cv-01725.

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In Sii, we work on huge international project - building a subscription-based platform to charge for the usage of infrastructure services. Millions of active users every day, every week, every year. 2 years of non-stop technical and architectural challenges.
We mostly develop new features, because there is not much maintenance work right now. For our back end the architectural design aims to be event/message driven and command sourced. For our front end developers React remains the intended framework.


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I am so very excited to finally share the details of our wedding! Zach and I were married November 16, 2012 at The Parker, in Palm Springs California and our big day is being featured on Style Me Pretty today!
From the very beginning, I dreamt of an effortlessly elegant wedding in Palm Springs. When we arrived at The Parker, I could picture the entire weekend unfolding - it was perfect. My Mom cried, I was over the moon and Zach wasn't quite sure what he had gotten himself in to, but we all knew we had found the perfect destination.
Once the venue was chosen, the real planning began. I obsessed over every detail in hopes of achieving an effortlessly elegant vibe. Instead of colors, I focused on textures. From there we incorporated gold sequins, cool marble, clean lucite, shimmery Moroccan wedding blankets, lush greenery and soft blush florals.
The following is a snapshot of the best day ever.
So, without further adieu, our Wedding Day.
The day unfolded unlike any other.
I woke up at sunrise with unexpected and uncontrollable butterflies but before I could let the reality of the day soak in, the suite was filled with bridesmaids, moms, grandmas, hairstylists, makeup artists, photographers, videographers and their assistants.
The morning soon bloomed into a warm, fall day. I was filled with anticipation but not an ounce of doubt in the world. Complete excitement that the day was finally here.
I spent the morning pampered in a sunny Jonathan Adler designed suite, any girls dream. The anticipation that filled the morning quickly faded as I put on my dress. My Mom and Nana, along with my bridesmaids spent what seemed like forever making sure every last button was hooked.
I had my first, First Look with my Dad. It was one of my most favorite moments of the entire day, my Dad seeing me for the very first time.
Then came my First Look with Zach. We met where our ceremony would begin. The moment we saw each other all butterflies faded and what remained was pure bliss. At that moment, it was clear, all the contemplating about what this day would be like faded and what was left was just Zach and I. It truly was magical.
We took photos around the grounds and met with our families before the ceremony for a last set of photos under the desert's afternoon sun. The excitement built until it was finally time.
Gathered on the Croquet Lawn were our closest family and friends. My Daddy walked me down the aisle to Pachelbel's Canon in D, beaming at me the entire way. I met Zach under an old olive tree and we spoke the vows we wrote together. Zach was so serious, completely engrossed in the moment. I was completely giddy and couldn't wait for him to finally crack a smile. We fumbled with the rings. We kissed. We kissed again. We were married. We became husband and wife under the desert sun, amongst the mountains where we first fell in love.
I can't wait to share even more details with you!
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Temperature and precipitation are important factors affecting plant communities. Estimates of PETM mean annual temperature (MAT) from tropical latitudes are scarce. By using both published literature and TEX86 values from a nearby marine core [P2 core (Fig. 1 and fig. S14) (9)], we estimate that tropical temperatures during the PETM increased by ~3°C in the northern Neotropics and that mean temperatures were between 31° and 34°C (±2°C) during the peak of global warmth [see (9) for a detailed explanation]. To reconstruct regional hydrology, we classified plant families according to the rainfall preferences using Gentry’s neotropical plant data set (15) into dry- versus wet-preferred habitats (9) (table S9). Both Paleocene and Eocene are dominated by families indicating wet habitats, with no significant difference across the Paleocene-Eocene (Paleocene = 64%, Eocene = 61%, P < 0.49, df = 32.5), and low abundance of dry elements (e.g., Poaceae) that represents <2% of the assemblage (Paleocene = 0.7%, Eocene = 2%), all suggesting that no increase in aridity occurred across the PETM. This conclusion is further supported by stable carbon and hydrogen isotope (D/H) compositions of higher-plant–derived n-alkanes at site Mar 2X.
Today, most tropical rainforests are found at MAT below 27.5°C. Many have argued that tropical communities live near their climatic optimum (19) and that higher temperatures could be deleterious to the health of tropical ecosystems (8, 19–23). Indeed, tropical warming during the PETM is surmised to have produced intolerable conditions for tropical ecosystems (8, 21), although 31° to 34°C is still within the maximum tolerance of leaf temperature of some tropical plants (24). We recognize that further studies toward the center of the South American continent need to be performed in order to understand the effects of warming in more continental tropical settings. However, at our sites in northern South America, tropical forests were maintained during the warmth of the PETM (~31° to 34°C). Greenhouse experiments have shown that high levels of CO2 together with high levels of soil moisture improve the performance of plants under high temperatures (25), and it is possible that higher Paleogene CO2 levels (26) contributed to their success. Higher precipitation amounts could have been as important as high CO2. Precipitation reconstruction from a nearby Late Paleocene site, Cerrejon, indicate high precipitation regimes: about 3.2 m of rain per year (11). Our data, including a –35% shift in leaf-wax D values, no increase in plant abundance of dry indicators (e.g., Poaceae), absence of a large plant extinction, high plant diversity, and high abundance of families typical of wet tropical rainforests (such as Annonaceae, Passifloraceae, Sapotaceae, Araceae, and Arecaceae), suggest that precipitation in the northern Neotropics during the PETM was either similar to Paleocene levels (3.2 m/year) or higher. Indeed, it is possible that rainforest families in general, which have been present in the Neotropics since the Paleocene (11), have the genetic variability to cope with high temperatures, CO2, and rainfall (25).
This paper is quite significant in the context of the papers on drought in IPCC climate models that I've been discussing on this blog. The areas covered by this paper are projected to get much more drought prone in the 21st century, so the fact that that didn't occur in the PETM is certainly interesting and important. Of course, it's only one small area of the globe, so that limits how general a conclusion can be drawn. Still, I'm encouraged.
Note: This post is part of the Future of Drought Series on Early Warning.
What about the work of Staniford that questions the paper by Zhao and Running as not being statistically valid? One of my students brought this to may attention and I have to answer him Wednesday.
[JR: Haven't seen it. Was it published? That's what the scientific literature is for. You should email the authors.
With respect to the Saniford commentary, it is here. As far as I know, he did not follow up with Science formally, but he makes a pretty good case. He also details his correspondence with Running and Zhao. So, on this one, I think you should be cautious about the conclusions.
Yeah, thanks Greg - I saw the effect in my blog stats. Joe Romm added an update in the body of his post also. I'll have to take a look at the Nature Geoscience paper he mentions.
And now a more on-topic comment.
Yes, this is encouraging for the long run, but I don't think it tells us anything useful about the immediate future, when the earth-system is far out of equilibrium.
The risks are all about rate of change, and we seem to be on course for a 6 degree Celsius change over 200 years, rather than over 20 000 years. That's more than significantly different, to me; it's like comparing a stroll with young kids to driving down the back straight in a Formula 1 race.
Oh, and the PETM rain-forest didn't have bulldozers and chainsaws eating it away while it adapted to the temperature changes. (I recall reading an assertion that clearing the South Amazon for farms could trigger desertification even in the absence of further climate change. I don't know whether that was ever corroborated or rejected.) We're poking the angry beast with more than one stick.
So yes, it's reassuring that the North Amazon climate ends up similar or wetter. But what path does it take between now and then? Geology can't help us; 200 years of events isn't going to show up in the record from 55 million years ago. We really need better climate models.
Since soil moisture indicates water availability for agriculture and the increase of soil moisture in northern middle to high latitudes occurs during the non-growing season, the seasonal pattern of predicted soil moisture changes suggests that there will be a worldwide agri- cultural drought. The results therefore have significant implications for evaluating the impact of climate change on water resources management and planning, agricul- ture, economy development, and terrestrial ecosystem. However, at this stage, quantitative evaluation of soil moisture changes therefore evaluation of climate change impact is difficult due to the lack of model consistency in many regions in predicting the direction of hydrological changes and due to the wide range of magnitudes of soil moisture changes. Significant effort on inter-comparison of land surface parameterizations (e.g., Chen et al. 1997) is needed to fully understand the differences in soil moisture changes predicted by different models. At a minimum, it should be treated as a high priority for IPCC’s next assessment to minimize obvious differences in land model structures (e.g., number of soil layers, depth of rooting zone, etc.) to reduce the model dependence related to land surface schemes.
OTOH, it does seem qualitatively reasonable that a situation in which the ocean lags the land significantly would lead to drier land. So you'd expect the out-of-equilibrium effects to tend in the direction of dryness. But I haven't done anything to quantify that at this point (or found any published discussion of the issue).
I've enjoyed you blog for about a year now, have a physical sciences background academically, research oil/gas for a living, and think about many of the same issues you discuss regularly. One area where I'm still completely in the dark is climate change. Much of what I read seems more emotional/religious in nature than scientific, but when I see someone like you (who requires rigor) with a strong view point on the topic, I feel the need to press on with my own learning. What were the papers/books that most convinced you man-made climate change is a real issue? And that really helped you understand the science. Thanks, I bet you've already posted this somewhere in the past, so apologies for any redundancy.