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Has it been a desire of yours to write a book? Writing it is in itself a huge undertaking, but it doesn’t end there. Trying to get it published can be a real challenge. We can help you wade through all the confusion to help you achieve your goal.
We offer a wide variety of “writing support”. We have the creative ideas, we just need the content from you to create what you are visualizing. In this technology era, you can publish your own book if you want. We can help with that. We can edit and format whatever book you want to write. You can either try to publish it in paperback or you can try the eBook style. If you don’t have the writing skills, or think you don’t, we can help you with that process as well. You don’t need a degree to write a good book. Some of us have the abilities and don’t even know it. Half the battle is getting over our own self doubt.
So many of us have story ideas that are rattling around in our heads. Now you can write that story and have it published as a eBook. Or, just have it published in a book form to give to your children or grand children.
That novel you have always wanted to write is only a few steps away. Depending on the depth of the story and with the coaching support from PREO, you could complete your task within a year! Now is the time… just do it!
Perhaps your child is turning 25 and you would like to present them with a book of old photos and classic family stories. We can help you with the selection process and the
Do you have a collection of recipes that are your favorites? Want to put them all in one place? Ever thought of presenting them in a book style? You could even sell them as an eBook. Let us help you with the process and you could see your dream come true!
PREO can help you create your business policies to create a Policies & Procedures Manual, or any other type of guide book you think would be helpful in your business. When you bring in new employees, a manual can be quite helpful in guiding them and reducing the interruptions to you as they learn their way around your office processes.
We can take your content and format it into a consistent and presentable package.
Do you have a knack for instruction? Do you help others by providing direction on how to use things? Want to set up a how-to book series? Now you can!
You want/need to create a newsletter for your hockey team, or for your new business. We can discuss with you how you would like it to look and what content you want in it. We can send you the file to be sent out for printing, or we can print it for you. We can also coordinate mass mailing.
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A while back I interviewed radio host, author and music marketer David Hooper about his book Six Figure Musician. We did the interview in Nashville about a week prior to the launch. At the time he told me about his plans for the book and how he intended to market it. I thought it would be interesting to follow up with him and find out how his marketing strategies were working and what he had learned about his audience. The book is available for free as well as a number of paid versions too. Would people value them differently? Was there any unexpected insight as to what people would go for? I have noticed that free can often result in less interest due to a lower perceived value of the content, whether it is a free music industry panel, workshop, webinar, concert or album download… What can David tell us about the world of book marketing within the music industry?
In our conversation we talk about marketing, getting a #1 on the billboard charts and a best selling book on Amazon. We discuss the global business market and the ability to choose the best partners on a global scale. Although I am not one for talking about hype, on this occasion I ask David his opinion of the media around Miley Syrus from a marketing perspective.
As always the conversation takes many twists and at every turn David has some hugely valuable insight to share. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Aaron Bethune. Music Specialist. Creative Collaborator.
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You walk in the apartment, soaking wet from the pouring rain. You could hear gentle snoring from his room, which told you that your roommate, Romano, was asleep. You decided not to announce your arrival in that case, because the Italian was extremely grumpy when woken up. You were so tired, you didn't even change out of your wet clothes, and you just plopped on your bed and fell asleep. You woke up the next morning feeling incredibly weak, with a horrible headache and a fever. You tried to shrug it off, shuffling into the living room to see Romano (obviously) eating a tomato and some cereal at the kitchen table.
When he saw you, he scowled. 'Oh no, what has the girl done to herself now?' he thought to himself.
You coughed, smiling shakily as you look at your friend and said casually, "Good morning, Lovino! How was your sleep?"
He gave you a steely glare and grumbled, "Fine. What have you done to yourself, bella?" You shrug your shoulders weakly, coughing again. He shook his head, standing up and pulling you out of your own seat.
"Well, you need to go back to bed or you'll get even worse," he said with a hint of concern laced in with all that grouchiness.
You cough-laughed, poking his cheek as you teased, "Why do you care, anyways? Do you loovee me Lovino?"
His face turned as red as a tomato as he shook his head roughly, lying. 'She can't know, she'll hate me if she finds out!' he thought to himself, frowning. You lay back onto your bed and he pulled the covers over you. You expected a more rough tuck in than you got, he was way more gentle than usual. It made you blush too.
"I'll go get you something to make you feel a little better
" he left the room, reappearing in ten minutes with a bowl of tomato soup. You smile warmly at him and you eat the delicious soup happily.
As you finish, he asked, "Feel any better?" You shrugged. You did feel a little better, but not much, and you loved him coddling you like that.
'Maybe I ought to get sick more often,' you thought to yourself, smiling.
He raised an eyebrow, mumbling, "What's with the silly smile, aren't you sick?"
You nodded, replying, "I am, but it's cute how you are being so sweet to me, seeing as you never have been so before."
His face turned red again and he stumbled over his words as he said, "W-well, I want you to get well, soon
" You smiled and sat up in your bed, hugging him as tightly as you can.
"Ti amo, Lovi~" you mumbled into his ear. He turned even redder, surprised at first, but it sank in eventually and he hugged you tightly in return, kissing your cheek and whispering, "Ti amo, (y/n)."
As you two pulled apart after a little while of just sitting and snuggling, you say, "Now I feel lots better. Thanks!"
He smiled and said sweetly, "I'm so glad, mi bella."


About the Book
Seventeen-year-old April has spent her childhood in therapy, learning to dismiss her imaginary friends as just that: imaginary. Now, as a college freshman, she hopes to leave behind the whispers and cruel rumors that have plagued her for years.
When April begins to embrace her newfound independence, her world is turned upside down when she crosses paths with Tommy and Bobby, two figures her therapist insisted were figments of her imagination.
Nineteen-year-old Tommy has spent his life waiting for a mission that has haunted him. April’s reappearance shatters his reality, prompting him, April and Bobby to uncover a hidden truth that will change everything.
The trio must unite to fulfill their destiny. But an ominous force is closing in on them, one that will stop at nothing to prevent them from completing their mission. The stakes grow darker, threatening not only their lives but the well-being of future generations.
With time running out and the world’s fate hanging in the balance, fitting in will be the least of April’s concerns. She will need to confront the demons of her past and present, fighting for what she cherishes most.


Things have been happening so fast and then again so slow. I know I can share this with you all. I have never met a crafter that was an uncaring person. My life just seems to be in limbo. I just can't find my way right now. I just can't seem to sleep anymore or enjoy the things I once enjoyed? In September of 2000, was the beginning of the end for me.
On September 10, 2000; I lost my very best friend. The person I shared my life with for over 15 years of my life. Mr. Percy Mumford, Jr. He was the first man in my life that said, Life your dream. He truly believed in me. He was my lover, my friend, the one I could tell my secrets too. I cannot tell you anything about his funeral. For I don't remember it. Then in 2005, I lost my Father. Mr. Richard Clark, Jr. I could not believe that he was gone. I can remember setting in the church just watching him in the coffin. When the lid on the coffin was closing, I can remember just looking at him until it was closed. You see, my father use to come to my moms house everyday. I mean, everyday. We would talk the talk. Now that I think back to the last time I saw him alive. He was so happy that day. He called to me from the front of the house because I had walked to my bedroom which was in the back of my moms house. He said, I'm gone. I said you leaving? He said, yes. I see you tomorrow. I said, okay. Then I just stood there for some reason. Until this day. I have never visited his grave. I am just not ready yet.
Now that was the brick to fall in my life. Then March, 2012; I lose my mom. Yes, I know she was my grandmother which was my fathers mother. But, to me. She was my mother. Mrs. Emily A. Perkins. She had been in my life for over 55 years. Whatever I know as a woman? She gave me that. This was the third brick to fall.
I know you all understand where I am coming from. I just don't know which way to go anymore. I read my bible on a daily basis. And being a Deaconess in my church also helps me to get through this. The three most important people in my life are gone. I just wish that Heaven could have waited just a little longer for them.I just don't think I am ready to stand up on my own. I have had that support system all of my life. Now, it is gone.
Thank you all so much for allowing me to share my inner most feelings with you. I feel better now. Thanks for being here for me. I truly feel that we are not only friends but a family.
Remember, Keep Living the Crafting Life.©1995


The task of identifying investment managers likely to produce market leading investment returns on a prospective basis is an exceedingly difficult undertaking requiring a rigorous combination of quantitative and qualitative evaluation. However, the typical industry practice of assessing investment managers by utilizing historical returns or style box adherence as the principal forms of analysis is quite likely to result in imprecise if not materially erroneous conclusions. To further complicate the matter, most investment manager “research” is performed by relatively junior personnel who very often have never had any actual portfolio management experience. Given these circumstances, it should not be considered a surprise that the latest academic research definitively shows that far too many investment manager “hiring/firing” decisions are essentially poor decisions, with the fired manager typically outperforming the hired manager by a very considerable margin over the succeeding years. Something is very clearly wrong with the manager search business as it is currently practiced by the investment advisory and consulting industry today.
The HWCP Approach
HWCP believes that superior investment managers distinguish themselves predominantly along the following five factors: philosophy of risk control, process of decision making, cultural orientation, ownership structure & rewards system, and excellence of personnel. These factors are universally qualitative in nature, and require a differentiated and non-traditional thought process in order to properly measure. At the same time, HWCP believes that it is critically important for those purporting to provide manager search capabilities to actually have a history of successfully investing assets across multiple investment styles, strategies, and market cycles. There is simply no substitute for the knowledge, judgement, and healthy regard for risk that can only be acquired after many years of practical investment management experience.
To populate the major asset class exposures derived from the Dynamic Asset Allocation Model described elsewhere, HWCP will utilize the multi-decade, hands-on portfolio management experience of its Founder/Managing Member to identify, compile, and make available to clients a Recommended List of investment managers operating within each asset class that are deemed to be the most attractive and worthy candidates for timely ownership. The HWCP Recommended List of investment managers will consist of managers and/or vehicles across the universe of available investment styles and/or strategies, and will be continually assessed and amended as necessary. All managers on the HWCP Recommended List must have a highly refined and documented approach to the management of risk and must have a demonstrated history of being responsible and ethical stewards of investment capital.
The HWCP Recommended List of investment managers should not be considered merely an “All Star” team of recently top performing managers as other investment consulting services typically provide. The managers on the HWCP Recommended List are selected specifically for their ability to consistently generate attractive levels of risk adjusted investment return through time, regardless of the overall market environment, while at all times protecting against the illogical forced exposure to investment styles and unproductive benchmark hugging that is unfortunately so prevalent across the investment management industry today.
All investment vehicles on the HWCP Recommended List must offer daily pricing, and may employ long only, short only, or long/short investment strategies regardless of asset class or investment style.


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- were more likely to have a spontaneous vaginal birth;
- were less likely to have an epidural or other pharmaceutical pain relief;
- were less likely to report dissatisfaction with their labors;
- had shorter labors;
- were more likely to give birth without cesarean, vacuum, or forceps;
- were less likely to have babies with a low 5-minute Apgar score.
No wonder then that Dr. John Kennell once quipped,
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Journey Through the Qur'an
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Shaykh Idris Watts, Shaykh Haroon Hanif, Shaykh Abdul-Aziz Ahmed (TBC)
Journey Through The Quran
In an age of disconnect from revelation, there is a greater need for understanding the meanings of the Qur'ān. Barriers have been erected that block the light of the Qur'ān, barriers that need demolishing. This book is an attempt to help demolish these barriers so that the reader begins to walk in the light of the living Qur'ān.
Haroon Hanif is a teacher with Greensville Trust, Liverpool. He spent over a decade studying Islamic sciences and is currently engaged in teaching these sciences. He has a particular passion for teaching the Qur'ān.
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Who I am…
Where I come from…
I have danced before twenty thousand people at Madison Square Garden and eighty thousand at Wembley Stadium in London. I have led the keynote address alongside the CEO of Panasonic for the CES Convention held in the Grand Ballroom of the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. In addition to the live stage work I have done, I have appeared in movies, on television, and in print. And, I received the USA Book News Best Book Award of 2007 in the memoir category, as the author of my first published book.
So, how does a little black boy, growing up on the south side of Chicago, find himself as a principal dancer for Madonna’s global tours? As they say, you can’t get here from there—but that is exactly where life took me…
My Journey of Transformation…
Along the way, my challenges, trials, and experiences became refining, clarifying, strengthening, and revealing. I nurtured within myself boundless compassion, empathy, wisdom, insight, and determination.
All of the chains are broken. None of my past circumstances use me today. I am no longer imprisoned by fears of the past or apprehensions over current or future challenges. I am not saying I am done with my internal work—growth is a lifelong discipline. What I do know is that, thanks to the skill sets I have picked up along the way, I no longer hide from challenges that need to be faced. I no longer need to engage in the dodging and darting that keeps people from their deepest truth and their highest power. I did that for years—and I paid the price for it.
My life continues to exceed my dreams, and surpass my own expectations, as well as those of so-called experts who would tell you that I should have been dead long ago, or if not dead, then down for the count.
It was as if everything I went through in my life led me to the work I am now doing as a life coach, speaker, motivator, and healer. I could see how my own personal experiences navigating the challenging rivers of life made me uniquely qualified to empower, support, guide, and motivate you, either at a group level or as your one-on-one pocket referee and coach. No matter what may have inspired you to reach out for a life coach or speaker, I can deliver the insights that will allow you and/or your group to overcome those unconscious and unseen barriers that block your way and obscure the road ahead. Together, we can amplify your drive and motivation, and help you break through to the next level.
My spiritual work has empowered me to operate in the area of the subconscious. We all have many thoughts and ideas that resonate throughout our consciousness. But, sometimes—in fact, most of the time—those thoughts and ideas fail to penetrate the quiet, subconscious level where the real truth of what we believe tends to settle. When we stay at the level of the conscious mind, any healing we get is bound to be temporary and dissolve quickly, leaving us once again in the territory of familiar pitfalls and habits.
My gift—and what sets me apart, perhaps, from other life coaches and speakers you might find—is my capacity to get right to the heart of the matter, which always lies in the subconscious area. It is my ability to hold a safe place for you, and to guide you in your exploration through the subconscious arena that makes the real difference, and creates lasting results. The whole paradigm through which you view any given area of your life will shift once we tap that subconscious level, and discover what your beliefs truly are, and are not, in the area of your life where you are presently focused.
As a speaker:
My varied background and vast experience as a professional actor, dancer, and choreographer makes me a powerful, professional, polished, and impassioned speaker. Those qualities blend with my spiritual work and allow me to bring great depth and dimension to any content I might be delivering—regardless of whether it might be authored by me or someone else.
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I am a travel enthusiast and I love a certain degree of adventure in things that I do outside work. I work in a BPO industry and it’s indeed, a challenging world. Traveling and writing serve as my outlet to keep myself healthy mentally, physically and emotionally.
I am always interested with writing. When I started traveling abroad, I realized that I was really experiencing, seeing and feeling something worth sharing. This serves as my travel diary documenting memories based on how I perceive things around.


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The teaching ministry of R.C. Sproul. Ligonier Ministries exists to proclaim, teach, and defend the holiness of God in all its fullness to as many people as possible.
Blue Letter Bible provides an online Bible in multiple translations with free study tools.
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Waves of Time
My cradle rocks with the waves of time
The time of beauty will never be the same
Falling again has no man’s knowing
Please take me, take me with thee
The world is prosperous. It is a time of peace between the three great races. The humans have rebounded after a thousand years in darkness after the fall of their once great empire. The current human kingdom is beginning to reach the glory of its predecessor. However, the recent death of its king has put the nobles on edge, they have begun vying for influence in the past months since the ascension of the boy-king.
The elves, on their northern island of Albion, live in the same semi-tribal society that they have for thousands of years. Their arms are open to the humans of the Aurelian kingdom, though much of their island remains unseen by any but their own eyes.
The dwarves rule the Claw Mountains to the south. In their underground kingdom they remain strong in their traditional way of life. Unlike elves, they have not fully forgiven the humans of their previous imperialism. But that is slowly changing.
To the east lays the Haung empire. An ancient human empire filled with technological innovations. As old as the ancient western empire, it has never experienced a dark age. Because of this the empire is large and formidable, and many fear that it might attempt cross species imperialism.
The peace and prosperity of the world hangs in the balance. As great forces swirl around you, how will you shape the world? What eddies will you make in the waves of time?


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Brilliant Books is a proudly independent purveyor of good books & bookish goodies located in Downtown Traverse City. A place of wonder and knowledge, you’ll find obscure works of literature as well as the current bestsellers on our shelves, and our booksellers can always recommend a hidden gem you might have missed. Home of Brilliant Books Monthly, the most personalized book subscription service on the market, and known as the Nation's Long Distance Local Bookstore.


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Gunslinger Roland Deschain roams an Old West-like landscape in search of the dark tower, in the hopes that reaching it will preserve his dying world. The Dark Tower is a series of eight books which span an entire connected universe which links several other books and stories by Stephen King, including Bag of Bones, The Talisman, Black House, The Stand, Everything’s Eventual, From a Buick 8, Hearts in Atlantis, Insomnia, The Eyes of the Dragon and ‘Salem’s Lot, with minor references to It and The Mist. – The Dark Tower Movie Download Torrent
The seven books involve instances of fantasy, science fiction, horror and the wild west. The books were written by Stephen King between 1982 and 2004 and have spawned a series of comic book prequels by Marvel Comics.
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Marv is a well-produced playwright and member of the Dramatists Guild. In addition, he was formerly the Producing Artistic Director of the esteemed Manhattan Playwrights.
His darkly-comedic stage play, THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF GOD as told to Mel Schneider was the first play chosen by the Jewish Community Center of Manhattan for the organization’s Springboard Staged Reading Series, along with works by Israel Horowitz and Ivan Menchall (The Cemetery Club). After additional staged readings, including one produced by the After Six Theatre Company at the Jose Quintero Theatre on West 42nd Street in Manhattan to an SRO audience, the play was produced in New York City by the Slice-of-Life Theatre Company in a limited off-Broadway run starring Ron Palillo of Welcome Back Kotter fame, receiving rave reviews. (“...one of the brightest dark comedies you’ll ever see” – New York Theatre Wire) as well as a feature in Time Out New York Magazine. Furthermore, after the head of religious studies at Malloy College saw the play she invited Marv to debate the existence and meaning of God with a number of religious leaders at the college before an audience of 500. Subsequently the college presented a staged reading of the controversial play which included a post-reading discussion with the playwright.
Marv's full-length comedy GENERATIONS APART was initially workshopped and presented as a staged reading by The Theater Project (a professional theatre company) in New Jersey. Marv refined the play during additional staged readings including at the venerable 13th Street Repertory Theatre in New York City and the Union Club. He then submitted it through a Dramatists Guild solicitation to The Theatre Conspiracy in Ft. Myers, Florida where it was chosen from more than 1000 plays to be produced (“..hilarious and heartwarming..” – Island Reporter) (“..entertaining production, thanks to Siegel’s funny, frothy script..” – Naples Daily News). After the run The Theater Conspiracy submitted the play for Pulitzer Prize consideration. Subsequently GENERATIONS APART has been produced numerous times, and (retitled as JACK BENNY’S NOT 39 ANY MORE!) it has been published by ArtAge, the leading senior theatre resource center in the country (www.seniortheatre.com).
Marv’s other plays include TAKING SECRETS TO THE GRAVE, PATTY AND LAINIE (“...the funniest of the new works.” – TalkinBroadway.com) which received two separate New York City productions, LIKE MARSHMALLOW CHICKS IN A BOX, MOSES OF THE NEW MILLENIUM, THE HOSPITAL ROOM and POWERBALLS. His play THIS IS NOT A TEST had its world premiere at the Friars Club in New York City in 2004. It was subsequently entered into the Samuel French New Play Competition where it was a 2005 finalist. His plays, SIGNALS,STANDING TALL and NO RETURNS also had their world premieres at the Friars Club and have been produced numerous times nationwide. (SIGNALS and STANDING TALL are also published by ArtAge).
Marv's most recently completed plays include THE BIOGRAPHY OF MARGARET DAWSON and MICKEY AND ANTHONY, and he is currently writing CHRONIC DISEASES.
Synopses, cast breakdowns and dialogue samples can be found for the above plays by clicking on the completed works section.
Aside from writing stage plays, Marv has written a number of screenplays including GOD, LAWYERS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN (a loose adaptation of his stage play THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF GOD as told to Mel Schneider) and THE SERUM, which is the story of a savant who develops a serum which can cure any disease, and his quest to give this gift to the world. It is an indictment of the slow-grinding medical bureaucracy in the United States.
Marv has also dabbled in writing for television. He wrote two scripts for the television sci-fi show SLIDERS at the invitation of the show’s creator and has written three television pilots, D.E.A. NEW YORK, THE TALENT AGENTS and THE SEVENTH PRECINCT.


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For those of you still here, I wish you a Happy Christmas. I recently finished rereading Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." My favourite line in the book is when Bob Cratchit is speaking to his wife about Tiny Tim. He says, "Somehow he gets thoughtful, sitting by himself so much, and thinks the strangest things you ever heard. He told me, coming home, that he hoped the people saw him in the church, because he was a cripple, and it might be pleasant to them to remember upon Christmas Day, who made lame beggars walk and bind men see."
Tiny Tim put it well. This Christmas season has given my family good cause to think of the Saviour. We think of my tiny nephew, Tommy, who passed away this month and we remember on this Christmas Day He who suffered for our sins that we may be forgiven and then died and rose again that we may be resurrected. At this time, when commercialism has flooded the holiday, I am grateful to have this albeit somber reminder of the true reason we celebrate today: the gift of Christ and His atonement.
We remember the babe born to Mary in the most humble of circumstances who, through His birth, brought us the gifts of grace and mercy, and of resurrection, and eternal life, and eternal families. The Lord who brought healing in His wings (2 Nephi 25:13) and encircles us with the arms of His love (2 Nephi 1:15).
I had the opportunity to attend a Messiah Sing with my older sister before coming up to visit my in-laws. I love so many of the scriptures used in Handel's Messiah but have selected just my favourite-favourite ones to share:
- For, unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given, and the government shall be upon His shoulder; and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace. -Isaiah 9:6
- Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows. [. . .] He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities [. . .] and with His stripes we are healed. -Isaiah 53:4-5
- Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth. The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of His Christ; and He shall reign for ever and ever. - Revelation 19:6, Revelation 11:15
- But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. -1 Corinthians 15:20-22
It is indeed a "good tiding of great joy" that the Lord came into this earth. I echo this day the angels who sang of His birth so many years ago: "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men." (Luke 2:14)


is a Famous God of the current time (Kaliyuga). Many years ago Lord Krishna gave him the boon to be worshipped at the current time when Veer Barbareek sacrificed his head in the way of religion.Lord Krishna delighted with Barbareek’s great sacrifice (Sheesh Daan), granted him the boon that when Kaliyug (Present times evil times) comedowns, he would be worshipped by the name of Shyam in his form. he is also called Sheesh Ke Daani (Donor of the head) in his Devotees. He fulfils all wishes of his pilgrims whose have a true heart. Shyam baba is also known Haare ka Sahara (Helper of Losers). In this epic Mother and fatter is mentioned as Maa Morvi and Ghatochkach. Pandav Bheem is considered Grand Father of Veer Barbreeka.
The main holy place of Morvinandan Shyam is at khatu Nagari (District Sikar State Rajasthan) but his khatu temples reside almost all part of India.
This khatu shyam ji website has become a common devotional platform among all khatushyamji bhakts where they share their views and events related to Lakhdatar just email us on Khatushyamkaithal@gmail.com Shyam baba blessed his devotees and fulfil their wishes who worshipped him with full of love and believe.


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Rock Falls residents are used to seeing a slightly gray-haired man on a bright yellow motorcycle with a red-haired, hundred-pound dog sitting next to him. One wonders, what is their story?
Meet Steve Clark of Rock Falls and his dog Pepper. Their story began when his grandson came home from college and brought a friend who stayed. Kyle Young, also of Rock Falls, was far away from home when he really needed a friend. Starved and roaming the streets of Clearwater, Florida, Pepper attached himself to this young man and Kyle was unable to resist taking him in. One wonders who rescued who?
After college, Kyle returned home bringing Pepper with him and was befriended by Kyle’s entire family, including Grandpa Steve. And together they continued a great partnership. As life would have it, however, Kyle gradually became busier with work, so Pepper was spending more time alone. It was discovered that once his master left for work, Pepper would do nothing but sit and stare out of the window until Kyle returned. Kyle wondered, “Was Pepper afraid that he would be abandoned again?” Kyle’s Grandpa Steve wondered the same thing.
Grandpa Steve would often take Pepper during the day. “We’d go to the park so he could run. He enjoyed meeting people, but he always loved to travel,” says Steve. “He prefers to sit in the front, and he’ll go anywhere.” When Steve retired, Pepper came to live with him. “I had a lot more time and I wanted to spend it with Pepper,” Steve says. “so it seemed like a good idea for all of us.” With a smile in his voice, Kyle agrees, “Now, Grandpa often comes over with Pepper to hang out. It’s great to see them have so much fun together.” Again, one may wonder, who rescued who? Steve is not the stereotype of a grandfather. He loves to travel but on a motorcycle. “I’ve been riding bikes all my life,” says Steve. “I decided that since Pepper loved to travel too, I’d look for a motorcycle with a side car, so Pepper could go with me.” He ended up with a Gold Wing motorcycle and a side car equipped with air conditioning, heat, water to drink, and a cover in case it rains. Pepper definitely travels in luxury. “We’ve been riding together for four years,” boasts Steve. “One year we rode to San Francisco, toured the west coast for 3 ½ weeks, and returned home only to leave a month later to ride to New York, Maine and Boston. Pepper has had his paws in both oceans and the Mississippi River.” “We’ll be going down the interstate, and folks are taking pictures of us, smiling and waving,” Steve explains. “And where ever we park, whether at a campground, hotel or gas station, we’re surrounded by crowds of people; the young and old, from all walks of life, they come. It’s like the atmosphere changes when they see Pepper. People who were scowling start to laugh. They want to meet Pepper, to give him a hug and to share their own stories with me.” “They say that when you get older in life you start to become invisible,” Steve said thoughtfully. “That may be true. People might see me but they know I’m really just the apparatus to get Pepper where he wants to go. They focus on Pepper, who brings a smile to everyone’s face.” Moved by the positive impact Pepper has had on everyone who meets him, and at the encouragement of others, including this writer, his owner has decided that they will begin classes in therapy dog training. Once certified, Pepper and his owner will be able to bring even more hope and healing to those in need. At a time when so many of us may focus on differences, these two have found a way, perhaps by accident, to help people find things in common. A Chow/Sheppard mix, Pepper is now 8 or 9 years old and becoming a local celebrity. What else is in his future? Certainly more travel. Steve has even created a Facebook page so folks can follow and submit photos of them if they’re seen on the highway. Follow them on Facebook @ pepperandthesidecar.


Do not depend on the hope of results. When you are doing the sort of work you have taken on, essentially an apostolic work, you may have to face the fact that your work will be apparently worthless and even achieve no result at all, if not perhaps results opposite to what you expect. As you get used to this idea, you start more and more to concentrate not on the results but on the value, the rightness, the truth of the work itself.—Thomas Merton, in a letter to Jim Forest dated February 21, 1966
Parenting can sometimes feel like a never ending circle of saying the same thing a million times, making the same requests, getting upset over the same things. Trying to control the outcome of the situation without much luck. I saw this quote and it struck such a cord. What if I try to just concentrate on each day, each moment of parenting, realize it's value, enjoy it and move on. Knowing in my heart I have done my best and leave the rest to God. The work of parenting is important stuff, and if I concentrate on that work it is the best I can do.


As a ten-year-old from Manhattan with no previous camping experience, I didn’t know what to expect from my first overnight camping trip, except one thing: a bear attack. I think I got this idea from The Great Outdoors, in which John Candy is chased through the woods by a ravenous bear. In any case, bears were the main subject of conversation in the van ride from Winnebago to Saddleback Mountain: how many we would see, how to avoid their wrath, and how to fend them off when they tried to eat our faces.
Our counselors—Steve Pishko, a Vietnam vet who taught riflery, and Arnie, a Czechoslovakian who spoke little English—did not try to soothe our anxieties. Uncle Arnie, to be fair, didn’t contribute much to the conversation at all, but Uncle Steve gave us plenty of advice about how to react should a bear attack. He implored us not to act afraid, but if that failed, we should roll into fetal positions and pray. My tent mates and I were terrified enough that we set up camp far from the fire pit. We figured that the bears would be attracted to the scent of our dinner, and that by pitching our tent deep in the woods, we would outsmart not only the bears but our fellow campers. They had all huddled their tents within feet of the fire and each other. They’d be easy bear food.
As we were falling asleep that night—my first night camping!—the tent shook violently. Then the tent zipped open. A flashlight was pointed in our eyes.
“Bear!” screamed Arnie. His English vocabulary was small but it included that word. It was clear from the tone of his voice that he was as terrified as us, which made us even more terrified. “Bear!”
“Outside! We must run to van!”
The van was on the opposite side of the campground, which seemed approximately three football fields away.
Within seconds we were out of our sleeping bags and standing barefoot on the forest floor. There were no stars; the darkness was total. Arnie started running. We followed, our arms flailing. All we knew was that somewhere in the woods, between us and the van, there stood a bear. It was undoubtedly a large one, standing on its hind legs, paws raised, mouth open. I had a vivid mental image of running smack into its chest.
After sprinting some distance in this blind delirium, I heard a loud noise like a sharpening knife—the van door, sliding open. We leapt in, joining our fellow campers, several of whom were lying on the floor underneath the seats, panting. The door slammed shut; we were safe. Uncle Steve turned on the engine.
The headlights beamed on a female black bear, standing not twenty feet away. It had knocked the lid off the trash can and was pawing through our scraps. Though startled by the headlights’ sudden glare, it didn’t run away. It couldn’t, we soon realized—it was lame. One of its legs was wounded. Eating our garbage was the only way it could survive.
The whole group, ten campers and two counselors, slept in the van that night. The next night, after hiking Saddleback, we returned to the security of the locked van and stayed up late waiting for the bear. It never returned. We figured it was probably too afraid.


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Below is an account written by Brandon Hand (now Br. Daniel) about a healing that he experienced at a recent Encounter With Jesus retreat.
Journal Entry 2/13/2016
Tonight on the Encounter with Jesus retreat, my life was completely changed. This evening we spent time in Eucharistic adoration. Then something I’ve never been a part of took place. Fr. John Mary read out of the Gospel of Mark about the woman who touched His cloak, and she was immediately healed. As Fr. John Mary read this, the Lord said to me, “This is for you,” referring to the Bible verse. I told the Lord that if it be His Will, I would like to be healed. The Lord told me, “No, you will be healed tonight”. I told the Lord whatever He wanted to heal according to His Will He could, and that I believed He could do it. The Lord instead told me that tonight I would be healed. At first I was taken aback by this, but I agreed with the Lord and I told Him that if that was His Will then I believed it would be done.
When Fr. John Mary invited people to come forward to be blessed with the Monstrance holding the Most Blessed Sacrament, the Lord told me to go last, and to pray for everyone else that they have the Faith to be healed. So as everyone was getting blessed, I went last. In the meantime, as the Lord told me, I prayed for the others that they may be healed.


In Memory of Destiny "Girl"
In Memory of Destiny "Girl"
"You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.
But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.
So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.
The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.
That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.
Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.
You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.
So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.
Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.
And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.
I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again."
Lil' Debbie's Greek God "Gunner"s Dream
GUNNER April 01 2009 - June 08 2009 Mommy & Daddy misses you so much, & even though we were together for such a short time, you have touched our lives fur-ever. We can NOT wait to hold you in our arms again. Until that day.... You will fur-ever be in our broken hearts. WE MISS YOU BABY BOY! My Forever Pet There's something missing in my home, I feel it day & night I know it will take time & strength, before things feel quite right. But just for now, I need to mourn, My heart - it needs to mend. Though some may say "its just a pet" I know I've LOST a FRIEND. You've brought such laughter to my home, And richness to my days... A constant friend through joy or loss, with gentle loving ways. Companion, pal, & confidante, A friend I WON'T FORGET, You'll live for ALWAYS in my heart, My sweet forever Friend... We Luv U Gunner!
We miss you Precious-Kitty
Until we meet again....
You will FOREVER be in our Hearts!
You were such a good-boy Jedi...
We miss you sooo much!
I can not wait till you jump in my arms again...
You are my lil doggie in the window!
In Memory of "RENEGADE"
RIP RENEGADE WE MISS OUR HANDSOME HORSE 2/16/2014
You didn't know when you were under the shelter that the 12" of snow that came down in NC was going to cause the shelter to collapse on you. Our hearts are broken! For you were the protector of all our Horse Rescues, & yet I feel that you couldn't have been the only horse to take shelter during the snow storm.. Others had to be taking shelter as well, & you made sure they got out in time, leaving you to be the only one standing. You are a strong hero & we wish this accident had never happened. Until we meet again Renegade BIG HUGS & KISSES Our Red Dun <3 YOU ARE SO LOVED!


LATEST NEWS: (March 2013)
I recently co-hosted an event on dyslexia, dyspraxia and creativity at the IdeasTap Spa, and am contributing to a forthcoming book on living with adult dyspraxia, as part of a chapter on dyspraxia, gender and relationships. I'm also writing and pitching a TV drama screenplay.
- "A seamlessly talented writer." 'D.', Journalist and owner of Retreats For You
- "You give hope to many parents that see a bleak future for their children." Theresa Hart, Comms Manager, The Dyspraxia Foundation
- "[Your talk on dyspraxia] was the most moving thing I've ever heard in my life." IdeasTap staff member
- "The wittiest person I know after Linda Smith." Tony, aka Lobster, Fish and innumerable aliases (RIP)
- "Caustic yet utterly refreshing." 'R.' - Novelist and broadcaster
- "Just because I'm your mother, doesn't mean I can't be objective about you." My mother
hanks to IdeasTap for providing me with a part-time office space through the London Creative Space Programme, a fabulous networking and professional development opportunity for writers and creatives (also, a fabulous means of ensuring I get dressed and eat at sensible times on at least two days of the week...)
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What is the Webster technique? It is a specific chiropractic sacral analysis and diversified adjustment to reduce sacral-iliac dysfunction (pelvic dysfunction) in doing so, neuro-biomechanical function in the pelvis is facilitated.
Dr. Webster, the founder of this technique reported that pregnant mothers with a baby in a breech position, by restoring the pelvic neuro-mechanics with the Webster technique frequently facilitated the optimal fetal position. (Ohm)
It is proposed that sacral misalignment may be a factor in tightening and torsion of specific pelvic muscles and ligaments where it may prevent the baby from assuming the correct birth position. Obstetric studies and literature has determined the importance of proper pelvic biomechanics for the prevention of difficult birth (dystocia).This technique is also beneficial for pregnant women with low back pain and other biomechanical issues.
Chiropractic adjustments reduce nerve interference, normalizes pelvic imbalances, and benefits both mother and baby by optimizing their health. For your prenatal or postnatal appointment, please call your Victorville chiropractor, Dr. Anna Yatsenko at (760) 995-4500 to schedule your appointment today! Let us be a part in your journey to a natural and healthy pregnancy.


Epilepsy ACT Publications
Epilepsy within Indigenous Australians (2004)
Developed for Epilepsy ACT by Gordon Coleman with illustrations by Kargun Fogarty (Mooj) this resources, enhanced by symbolic Aboriginal art presents a descriptive information about epileptic seizures and first aid.
To access a PDF copy of this publication click – indigenous communities
This publications is available in hardcopy for $2 (+$3 postage) To purchase please email firstname.lastname@example.org
Resource Kit for Aboriginal Communities (2004)
Developed by Epilepsy ACT for Epilepsy Australia, this information and resource kit has been specifically designed for Aboriginal people diagnosed with epilepsy, their families and community, to assist them with basic information about epilepsy and where to find further information and assistance to help them manage their condition.
This kit it also designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and other health workers working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a range of health settings.
This kit is available for $20 (+$5 postage) from Epilepsy ACT. To purchase a copy please email email@example.com
The following three books are available to read online from the children’s section of this website.
Written with a fun rhyming manner this book tells the story of a young boy who is diagnosed with clonic-tonic seizures. The boy learns the importance of rest and taking his medication in order to continue to play with his friends.
Down, Down, Down
With fun rhyming language and colourful illustrations we learn about Jess, a young fish that lives at the bottom of the ocean. The story follows Jess as she learns about her complex-partial seizures.
To Catch a Star
With rhyming text we learn about Kelly and Malcolm’s adventures living on the moon. Kelly has absence seizures so her and Malcolm visit visit earth to see Doctor Joon. Doctor Joon explains that Kelly has epilepsy but it won’t stop her playing with Malcolm and her friends.
Driving in the ACT
Social impact of current driving regulations / guidelines on individuals and their families (2012)
Written by Bacholour of Social Work Candidate Kim O’Connall this publication gives individuals who are experiencing epilepsy, their families, carers and the community some insight into what it is like to live with epilepsy and when and how it may affect them and people around them. The publication draws from previous research to discuss common social impacts of epilepsy and driving restrictions and a survey was undertaken to investigate the current local situation. Finally it will consider how individuals with epilepsy and their families and carers could be better supported and highlights some issues that need further consideration and research. Useful contact information and additional resources are listed in the attachments, as well as the unique information about each State’s and Territories’ requirements regarding current driving regulations and obligations.
To read the full text of this publication please click here – Driving cut down [pdf]
Epilepsy and the workplace: a guide for workers and employers (2011)
Written by Caitlin Baillie as part of the ANU College of Law internship program this publication is an easy to read instruction to the legal issues relating to epilepsy and employment. It includes information for workers with epilepsy and employers on their rights and responsibilities in the workplace. It also explains the legal options available for people with epilepsy who feel they have been unfairly treated in employment matters.
To read the full text of this publication please chick here – Epilepsy and the Workplace [pdf]
Epilepsy Australia Publications
Focusing on better community and health outcomes for people living with epilepsy, The Epilepsy Report is published twice a year with a current circulation of 10,000 distributed nationally and internationally.
Edited by Denise Chapman for Epilepsy Australia, published articles include current issues in epilepsy, medical and social research, feature interviews, international news and consumer updates.
The Epilepsy Report is a free publication and available for download from the Epilepsy Australia webpage
Epifile: an epilepsy management manual
The Epifile is an epilepsy management manual developed by Epilepsy Australia for the distribution through member associations. Containing core epilepsy information for people with epilepsy, their families and carers, it also addresses specific issues relating to men, women, children, teenagers and the elderly. Lifestyle management is discussed as well as risk management. Epifile is generally acquired by talking to a counselor from any one of Epilepsy Australia’s member associations in your own state or territory where your particular concerns will be discussed and an Epifile will be tailored to meet your needs.
To obtain a copy of the Epifile please contact Epilepsy ACT on (02) 6287 4555 or email us.
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy: continuing the conversation 2011
The book blends case studies with scientific advances to bring the issue of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy to the forefront because by learning more, we can do more. Written for anyone with an interest in epilepsy, Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy continuing the global conversation is a SUDEP digest. The collection of articles details current understanding from an array of unique perspectives, provides insight through the sharing of personal stories and explains the challenges of SUDEP around the globe.
For more information, or to order a copy please go to the Epilepsy Australia website.
For more resources, including a collection of articles please go to the Epilepsy Australia webpage or contact Epilepsy ACT if you require any specific research or resources.
Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy Report into the Impact of Epilepsy in Australia
On 30 November 2009 The Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy held an informal inquiry into the impact of epilepsy in Australia. Submissions were sought from interested parties, particularly patients and carers.
On 11 March 2010, Jill Hall, Member for Shortland, and Senator Gary Humphries tabled the report in Parliament.
Relevant reports are available below.
- JECA address to the Inquiry (pdf,80kb)
- Parliamentary Friends of Epilepsy Inquiry into the Impact of Epilepsy in Australia – tabled report to Parliament (pdf,565kb)
- JECA statement (pdf,142kb)


Professor Dilip Kumar Jha, Department of Aquatic Resources at the Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU), Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal
Shyam Narayan Labh, Department of Zoology, Amrit Campus, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44600, Nepa
Title: Expression Analysis of Growth and Immune-Related Genes in Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) Fed Lapsi Fruit Extract [LFE] Choerospondias axillaris (Roxburg 1832)
Abstract: This study investigates the effects of lapsi fruit extracts [LFE] Choerospondias axillaris (Roxburg 1832) on growth performance, hematology, biochemical with some growth and immune-related genes in silver carp fingerlings (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix). For this purpose, three hundred and seventy-five fish (5.17±0.13g) divided into six groups into eighteen aquaria and fish were fed six purified diets supplemented with ethanol extract (80%) of lapsi fruits (LFE) as A (0.0 g control), B (0.2 g), C (0.4 g), D (0.8 g), E (1.6 g), and F (3.2 g /100 g) for 90 days. Significantly higher (P<0.05) weight gain, %weight gain, SGR, and lysozyme were recorded in D (0.8 g) diet-fed group, while FCR was higher in the control diet group. In hematology, no significant differences (P>0.05) were observed among the treated and control diet-fed group while reducing trends were observed in SOD, CAT, and GPx levels as compared to control. Glucose, triglyceride, and cholesterol level were higher in control and the decreasing trend observed in continuous feeding of the LFE supplemented diet. Protein albumin and globulin level were always higher (P<0.05) in all the treated groups and was better in D (0.8 g) diet-fed group. As compared to β-actin gene, growth hormone (GH), insulin‐like growth factors I and II (IGF‐I and IGF‐II) in the liver were always higher and similar results were observed in immune‐related genes interleukin‐8 (IL‐8), interleukin‐10 (IL‐10) and tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) in the head kidney of silver carp. The results suggest that lapsi fruit extracts (LFE) can be useful as a feed supplement for proper growth and enhance disease resistance by improving immunity in blood, liver, and head-kidney tissues.


Looking for the butterflies to land in my stomach! - 21
Expired ad. Please do not contact!I want life to get better with each passing day...because it is suppose to!! I want the days to melt away into years with the knowledge that together we can do anything! I want more than I could ever list here because the list changes - to be happy with someone means to keep changing...To meet the challenges of day to day life and to be comfortable with the rewards of living it. I want. I want. I want. Sounds A little spoiled doesn't it? Believe me I'm not though I wouldn't mind being spoiled a little bit as I'd like someone to spoil twice as much in return. I think this is what everyone wants to be truly happy, safe and loved.
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I’m just a few pages into Iron Fist #1 and damn is it soul crushingly painful. My poor baby! I love Danny so much this hurts.
…my love for Danny is not entirely rational which makes it all the more profound.
I am so glad he has an ongoing no matter what they put him through. I mostly mean that. lol.


Vishnupuram Award 2018
Vishnupuram Award to be presented to Writer Raj Gouthaman!
The award event is happening in Coimbatore!
Mr. Raj Gouthaman, an eminent novelist and a researcher in Tamil literature has been announced as the recipient of the Vishunpuram award for the year of 2018. The award will be presented to the writer on the eve of the award festival to be held on Sunday, the 23rd day of December 2018 in Coimbatore.
Vishnupuram Award is bestowed every year to honor the deserving senior Tamil writer since its inception in the year of 2010. Coimbatore being its headquarters, the Vishnupuram Ilakkiya vattam, on its behalf offers a trophy and a cash prize of Rs.1, 00,000 to the award recipient.
The special guests and speakers invited to preside this year’s award event are Anita Agnihotri, an Indian Bengali writer and civil servant, Madhupal, Malayalam writer and filmmaker, the Tamil writers Jeyamohan, Devibharathi, Stalin Rajangam and Suneel Krishnan.
The documentary film, “Paattum Thogaiyum” made on the writer Raj Gouthaman directed by K.P.Vinoth will be played during the occasion. A book on a collection of articles by various literary critics on Raj Gouthaman’s writing and his contribution to the Tamil literature will also be released on the function.
This award has been conferred upon the below literature giants, so far:
2010 – A. Madhavan
2011 – Poomani
2012 – Devadevan
2013 – Thelivaththai Joseph
2014 – Gnankoothan
2015 – Devathachchan
2016 – Vannadasan
2017 – C. Muthusamy
Professor Raj Gouthaman:
Raj Gauthaman is the pseudonym of S. Pushparaj. He was born on 1950 in Puthuppatti near Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. He graduated with Bachelor of Science in Zoology from St. Xaviers College in Palyankottai. Later, he pursued postgraduate studies in Tamil literature and obtained master’s degree in Sociology from Annamalai University. His doctoral research was on A. Madahavayya. He was a professor on Tamil literature in Pondicherry government colleges. He is now living in Tirunelveli after his retirement. Raj Gauthaman has written three novels, Siluvairaj sarithiriam, Kaalachchumai and Londonil Siluvairaj.
He has written several books including Dalit paarvaiyil tamil panbaadu, Ka.Ayyodidasar aaivugal, Aram Adhigaram, Kanmoodivazhakkamellam Manmoodi poga, Aakol poosalum perungkarkaala nagarigamum, Aarambakatta mudalaaliyamum thamizh samooga maatramum, Sundara Ramasamy : Karuththum Kalaiyum, Pathitruppaththu Aingurunooru: Sila Avathaanippugal, Pudhumaippiththan yennum Brammaraakshaz, Dalitiya vimarsana katturaigal. He was the recipient of several significant awards such as Puthumaipiththan memorial award.


LEVULAN KERASTICK and BLU-U PDT is an in-office therapy that provides high clearance with low downtime for appropriate actinic keratosis patients.*1
Appropriate patient selection requires the evaluation of a range of factors, such as AK lesion characteristics, patient expectations, patient history and patient adherence. Patient adherence is closely linked to treatment outcome which makes patient selection very important in order to reduce risk of nonadherence.2,3
Among the patients at risk for nonadherence are those who:
Among the factors associated with nonadherence are:
Poor medication adherence is reaching crisis proportions in the US2
A 2009 survey by the Senior Citizens League found4
Another survey found5
PDT is an effective therapy that will not only add value for your practice, but it may also be the right treatment choice for your new AK patients or those who are unwilling to repeat a prior topical treatment. In addition, an in-office therapy can impact patient adherence.
* Patients treated with LEVULAN KERASTICK and BLU-U PDT should avoid exposure of the photosensitized lesions to sunlight or prolonged or intense light for at least 40 hours.
** Please consult your local/state regulations.
1 LEVULAN KERASTICK Prescribing Information, DUSA Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
2 Enhancing Prescription Medicine Adherence: A National Action Plan. National Council on Patient Information and Education. August 2007.
3 Gupta G, et al. Adherence to topical dermatological therapy: lessons from oral drug treatment. BR J Dermatol. 209; 161:221-227.
5 Take as Directed: A Prescription Not Followed. Research conducted by The Polling Company™. National Community Pharmacists Association. December 15, 2006.
WEB 1460 Rev E


"The explanation of the name goes back to an anecdote..."
Many of our memories take us to beautiful situations,
those that we do not want to forget, but many other negatives that
we want them to go away and instead they hit us daily.
This is no different for me, nor for my way of seeing things. From the
The day I said goodbye to my father, I can't help but remember that time
we spent together My father's favorite place was a small gazebo in front
to three immense mountains, where he could appreciate the immensity of what
surrounds us and how insignificant the negative things that happen to us are.
One morning I decided to watch the sunrise from the viewpoint and paint
on a canvas my emotions, with the idea of paying homage to my
dad. I painted those mountains that I couldn't get out of my mind, and where
tragically lost his life climbing to the top of the highest of the
There I always find absolute calm, a complete silence mixed
with the whistle of the wind and the song of the birds, surrounded by nature
and clean air.
Here I present my work, where I capture the close bond I had
with my father, my pencils and his mountains, my passion next to the
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‘Transmedia storytelling represents a process where integral elements of a fiction get dispersed systematically across multiple delivery channels for the purpose of creating a unified and coordinated entertainment experience’ – Jenkins (2007)
When you say the name Harry Potter instantly everybody if not most people know exactly who and what you are talking about. The series of seven fantasy novels by J.K Rowling, a world wide phenomenon.This series is a perfect example of Transmedia Story Telling. From the get go in 1997 when the first novel was released the books gained amazing recognition and were given film rights (Warner Brothers). People who do not enjoy reading (me) were then able to jump on the bandwagon.
Like all phenomenons you were soon able to buy Harry Potter everything this ranged from soundtracks, toys, video games, costumes,food and that’s not even half of it. Once the audience becomes actively involved they become apart of the brand.
The key to success therefore is engagement the audience begins to participate with the narrative elements and characters using real world locations. And how do you do so? You create a theme park!
But it doesn’t just end there. At the conclusion of the film series back lot tours and exhibitions were available. In order for the magic to continue websites such as Pottermore and Muggle net were created where you can fufill the role of a student at Hogwarts and pretend you were in fact one of them, thus creating content.
As Jenkins states, ‘the multiple mediums can expand the narrative resulting in further engagement with the content and the creation of universe based on the story’. A perfect of example that depicts this idea is Comics books such as Marvel who creates their own universes in which the stories and superheroes exist. it is through the evolution of these universes that enabled the creation of more fan fictions and online forums.
It is the freedom of imagination in a stories universe that allows individuals to engage with content. Transmedia is powerful as it allows for stories to be remembered and ultimately live on forever.


…And one day, b’ezras Hashem, we’ll tell our children and grandchildren about this bizarre period in our lives. We’ll reminisce of days spent in quarantine, of school and jobs cancelled, of shuls closed. We’ll regale them with stories of chassanahs celebrated in homes and minyanim held in backyards, and we won’t forget the Kimcha d’Pischa campaign of 5780.
Some, perhaps, won’t speak of it, preferring to conceal their part to ensure that the mitzvah remains complete and pure even many decades later. Others however will surely recount all they remember in order to emphasize the importance of the mitzvah and teach future generations to love, cherish and strive to fulfill this mitzvah even in the most challenging of times. Whichever approach we choose, this year’s annual tzedakah campaign will surely be engraved in a special place in our hearts.
Kimcha D’Pischa, 5780. Until several weeks ago, no one dreamed that it would be any different than the previous years’ successful campaigns. For over three decades, Alexander Chasidim around the world have united in a magnificent trend of giving, opening their hearts and hands to enable those less fortunate to celebrate the Festival of Redemption with joy and peace of mind. Unexpectedly, all this changed as our Father and King—the same Master of the world Who redeemed us from Egypt 3000 years ago—decreed that this year would be different. Thus Kimcha D’Pischa 5780 spontaneously evolved into one of the magnificent wonders of this upended world in which we live.
Tens of families, friends and fellow community members anxiously wonder if the annual Kimcha D’Pischa campaign will assist them this year as always? Is there any hope for them to celebrate Pesach with peace of mind in spite of global financial crises, elevated prices, worldwide product shortages, and reduced incomes and salaries due to the rampant unemployment?
The answer to this pressing question, we know, lies in the hearts and hands of each and every one of us. So let’s take the time to calculate just how much we can spare to those less fortunate than us, and then extend ourselves just a bit more! Let’s all reflect upon the urgency of these times, and also upon the inimitable power of tzedakah to save us and safeguard us. Because you—together with all of Klal Yisrael—will be the one to answer this question with a resounding “Yes!”
YES! Even in these challenging times of 5780, in the dark shadow of trepidation, we won’t abandon our brothers or ignore their pitiful cries. Even in these alarming days and weeks, when fear of the unknown chokes us, we know that it’s up to us. It’s up to us to redeem our brothers and friends from poverty and adversity. It’s up to us to grant our fellow community members a beautiful, radiant Yom Tov.
Kimcha D’Pischa of 5780 shall be gloriously remembered for many years and generations to come as a time unprecedented in history, and im yirtzeh Hashem, a time that shall never be repeated. This is a historic opportunity to engrave yourself in golden letters in the Book of Tzaddikim, the book of those who stand faithfully at their brothers’ sides even in the worst of times.
Together, let’s seize the mitzvah and shout out loud, “YES!”


The evidence for the use of medications in children and adolescents to treat mental disorders has significantly improved over the past several years. Large national multicenter comparative treatment trials sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health for ADHD, Anxiety disorders- Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorders, Separation Anxiety Disorders and Depression have given us confidence in the safety, efficacy and tolerability of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, stimulants and now alpha 2 agonists. The role that these medications have in combination with cognitive behavioral therapies has also been well proven to enhance and speed up the rate of recovery. Despite these important advances in the treatments for childhood disorders, the evidence is based on group responses. We are not yet able to specifically tell on an individual basis which children/adolescents will respond best to what type of treatment. There are many nonspecific factors that will influence a good response to caring treatment offered by well trained and experienced clinicians. Paying close attention to positive influences and protective supports to provide a strengths based approach to a child’s treatment is important to the success of any treatment offered.
Because of the complex nature of the evidence used to make recommendations for the use of psychotropic medications in treating mental disorders a model for shared decision is important to achieve a collaborative approach, which is needed for an active, informed role in understanding and deciding about the use of medications. I fully endorse this model and have learned over the years as a researcher and practicing child psychiatrist that a treatment, no matter scientifically valid, will not work unless it is accepted with confidence as a necessary part of the effort to restore well being and normal development. Getting a full dose and course of treatment is an essential part of getting quality care. Making the commitment to a full course of treatment is not an easy thing to do and really does require a positive expectation that the effort will be worth it.
Finally, it is also important to acknowledge and address the highly publicized warnings from the Federal Drug Administration in the form of Black Box Warnings. A black box warning is named for the black border surrounding the text of the warning that appears on the package insert, label, and other literature describing the medication (e.g., magazine advertising). It is the most serious medication warning required by the FDA. The FDA requires a black box warning for one of the following situations:
· The medication can cause serious undesirable effects (such as a fatal, life-threatening or permanently disabling adverse reaction) compared to the potential benefit from the drug. Depending on your health condition, you and your doctor would need to decide if the potential benefit of taking the drug is worth the risk.
· A serious adverse reaction can be prevented, reduced in frequency, or reduced in severity by proper use of the drug. For example, a medication may be safe to use in adults, but not in children. Or, the drug may be safe to use in adult women who are not pregnant.
The FDA requires the boxed warning to provide a concise summary of the adverse side effects and risks associated with taking the medication. You and your doctor need to be aware of this information when deciding to start the drug or if you should switch to another medication altogether. Understanding side effects will help you make a better informed decision.
Black Boxed warnings are often given to classes of medications since many different medications with similar chemical structures can cause a similar type of serious adverse effect. In child psychiatry many of the medications currently carry a black box warning: Stimulants, Anti-depressants, Second Generation (Atypcal) Anti-psychotics and Anti-epileptic medications. It is therefore imperative that careful medical screening and ongoing systematic monitoring for the emergence of any side effects be done with follow up visits and use of side effect rating scales.
ADHD and Anti-depressant Medication Guides have been developed to assist parents in their understanding of the risks and benefits of these medications. You will find pdf files of these guidelines on this web page for your use.
You can expect at your initial and subsequent visits with a child-psychiatrist at Triangle Center for Behavioral Health a careful and individual review of these issues as part of the recommendations for the use of psychotropic medication.
Your safety and the safety of your child are a primary concern.
Practices Providing This Service:
Allan Chrisman: Durham office


Three years have passed since I first heard Misty Edwards sing that line from Dove's Eyes but today it pierced my heart.
"Do I really believe you move at the sound of my voice?" I asked the Lord.
I'm not always so sure that I do. Lately its felt like my prayers are bouncing off the ceiling rather than penetrating the heavens.
"Do I really move the God of All?" I wondered.
Did you know Americans are amongst the slowest in the world to respond to their baby's cry? This is something I've learned since living in Israel, where total strangers will tell you to nurse your crying baby! In America, the delay is related to our cultural value of individualism. Leaving a baby cry is thought to help it foster self-reliance and independence; although, there is a body of research which indicates that a prompt response actually promotes a healthier sense of confidence in a child, long term.
In the six months that I've been mothering Aviel, as I've prayerfully taken in this information, as well as the chutzpah from fellow bus riders, the Lord has convicted me to be highly responsive to his sweet voice - and this has become a mission for me. When he cries, I do my best to soothe him. I want him to trust that when he calls, I'll answer. I want him to have a strong sense of security that I hear his voice....
that I hear his voice...
that I hear his voice... and respond.
Then the revelation hit:
I move at the sound of Aviel's voice.
All this time I have been wondering why this was so heavy on my heart. My assumption has been that it was all about growing a healthy Aviel; that there must be something about his character and personality that I would need to nurture through being responsive to his cry. I believe this to be true, but what surprised me is that the Lord also wanted to do a work of healing in me through this process. I went into the journey of parenting expecting the Lord to do a work of sanctification in my life, as I learn to selflessly care for my child at all hours of the day and night. But a work of knowing Him more intimately, healing doubts that he hears and answers my prayers, this is where I am awed and amazed by His goodness.
If my love for Aviel prompts me to move at the sound of his voice, how much greater does the Lord, whose love is perfect, move at the sound of my voice.
There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear... 1 John 4:18
And the Lord uses my little one to draw me to Himself.
I believe You are listening... I believe that You move at the sound of my voice...
Something Special Part 3 (Aviel's Birth Story)
Binding the Vanity of Creativity


These words are the same as the last paragraph in this page：http://www.sacred-texts.com/grim/kos/kos23.htm
May I show you guys the original text？aparted from the key of solomon：
thou must be pure in body and in mind, and without blemish, and on not any of the preparations.
This Key, full of Mysteries, hath been revealed unto me by an Angel.
Accursed be he who undertaketh our Art without having the qualities requisite to thoroughly understand our Key, accursed be he who invoke the Name of God in vain, for such an one prepareth for himself the punishments which await the unbelievers, for God shall abandon them a relegate them unto the depths of Hell amongst the impure Spirits.
For God is great and Immutable, He hath been for ever, and He shall remain even unto the end of the Ages.
ACCURSED BE HE WHO TAKETH THENAME OFGOD IN VAIN! ACCURSED BE HE WHO USETH THIS KNOWLEDGE UNTO AN EVIL END, BE HE ACCURSED IN THIS WORLD AND IN THE WORLD TO COME. AMEN. BE HE ACCURSED THE NAME WHICH HE HATH BLASPHEMED!
THE END OF THE FIRST BOOK”
That‘s all of it！What is the director thinking about！？


You’ve heard about the world, right? This place called everywhere, where everyone else is. You’ve heard about travelling, right?(And let me tell you, everyone else is having a great time doing it.) And, deeply, truly, honestly I’d love it if you were next to me – in the thick of it. Exploring cultures. Uncovering new worlds. Turning possibilities into realities day in and day out, like some impossible dynamo that never tires and never slows down.
But, and this is the greatest part, it’s not impossible. It’s out there and all I have to do to become enmeshed in it is go. And so do you. And once you start going, just don’t stop. And that’s the easiest thing in the world – it’s so easy, the world was made that way. You’ve heard about that, too? “An object in motion wants to remain in motion.”
Now I have never been travelling alone before. This is a first. I will become one of those people you hear all about, one of those people that take those risks and who embrace what it is. The Solo Traveller. I am absolutely 100% looking forward to this adventure, and you can be a part of it with me.


This Fall Jacqui DePas and I talked about starting a creative book club that would focus on in person community with topics relevant to those in creative businesses. So we did.
What I didn’t realize at the time was just how much I was looking for a place just like this. They say entrepreneurship can be lonely, but honestly I have never felt that way. What I have felt however is the absence of a real community dedicated to discussion of more than just the surface.
A place to discuss all of the ideas that I keep reading about. So if you are like me, and Jacqui and the rest of the creative Washingtonians that have already come together, I hope you will join us.


In commemoration of Zero Discrimination Day, the UNAIDS China Country Office has launched an audio adaptation of the award-winning children’s book The bravest boy I know.
The book tells the story of the heart-warming friendship between Xiao Ming, an eight-year-old living with HIV, and his best friend Xiao Li, sending the critical message that with treatment and support from families, friends and schools, children living with HIV can have a normal and happy childhood, and that children living with HIV have the right to a life free from discrimination, as other children do.
The audiobook was launched on 6 March in Beijing, China, by Huang Xiaoming, the renowned actor and UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador for China. The aim of the new audiobook is to disseminate the message of zero discrimination among a younger audience. A short video also catering to the needs of children comes with the audiobook, both of which are available to download for free.
“These are children who were born with HIV. They are young people yearning for a better future. The more I listen to their stories, the more I realize that discrimination like this could easily have happened to you and me.”
Huang Xiaoming UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador for China
“Discrimination will not disappear without actively addressing the ignorance, practices and beliefs that fuel it. Ending discrimination requires action from everyone.”
Pride Chigwedere Senior Policy and Strategy Adviser, UNAIDS


As I age I've noticed more weight, more pain, pretty much more of everything! Since I've had my daughter, "everything" seems to happen faster and more painfully. Hence my journey into the world of wheat-free.
It all came about after an acquaintance was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. She's my age, has children my daughter's age., and she's facing the very real possibility of dying. I immediately started cataloging my own aches and pains. I'm in far worse physical shape than her. I have a diet that consists of very few cancer resistant foods, in fact just the opposite, I drink diet cola like each can will be my last. How can I prevent a similar fate?
I turned to a good friend. She had a laundry list of ailments simply a year ago. Facing a similar fate, tumors, cysts and diagnosed pre-diabetic. Today you see a beautiful, healthy, active women who's lost a total of 100 pounds so far! AMAZING! She is who I turned to for help. Being newly thin and full of knowledge she has offered to mentor me through the difficult process of the 60 pounds I have to go. It all begins with "Wheat Belly". This book so clearly outlines why wheat will kill you. Then you read his blog and read the stories of those who have changed their lives and you feel the truth behind every word!
We are eliminating all wheat products, as well as products with dye. Just learning to read the labels has been a huge eye opener for me! Who knew there was wheat in such a vast array of products? And the colors and artificial flavors- mind boggling!
The funniest experience so far has been returning the unopened dry goods; pasta, sauces, dessert mixes, etc. The cashier looks at you as if you've plopped something horrible on the counter. Then when you politely say, "I'm not eating wheat", instead of understanding, you get the stink eye! Why is this concept confusing? People give up wheat every day! I'll continue to smile as my waist quickly shrinks, because after all it's only been a week and I've already lost 6 pounds without any effort except not eating wheat!


Biweekly Update from the Library
At the annual NITLE conference in San Francisco last week, Joyce Hommel and Jen Jarson presented a well-attended poster session titled “Developing an Integrated Approach for Information and Technology Success.”
Their attendance at the conference also provided an opportunity to explore the possible ways that the college might benefit from resumed membership in NITLE, an organization specifically geared toward the needs of liberal arts colleges.
Infomaniac Tip of the Week
Infomaniac says. . .
Try Zillow.com when researching real estate values.
Zillow will help you find property values (est.) when comparing home prices in your own neighborhood or most anywhere in the country. At the website, just type in a residential address and then move the cursor over the satellite image to reveal prices.
Calendar of Events
4/11: Meditation Group (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 5:00PM-6:00PM)
4/13: Poetry Reading Group led by Prof. Alec Marsh (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 3:30PM-5:00PM). In this 2nd and final session of this year’s Poetry Reading Group, we will be puzzling over some translations of poetry that appear in the April “translation” issue of Poetry. Please join us!
4/18: Meditation Group (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 5:00PM-6:00PM). The meditation consists of 40 mins. of seated meditation and 5 min. walking meditation. Cushions provided.
4/21: “Notables” Book Group Meeting: “Shalimar the Clown” (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 12:00PM-1:00PM). Promises to be a lively discussion about this recent Rushdie novel.
4/25: Meditation Group (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 5:00PM-6:00PM)
4/28: Library Committee Meeting (Trexler Library Rare Books Room, 4:30PM-6:00PM)


In two weeks to the day, The Big Bad Wolf will make it’s last run. There have been plenty of people expressing frustration with the removal of the ride. One of those people is a regular reader named Nora. The classic coaster has had quite an impact on her and she’s made passionate pleas to Busch to think about what they’re doing. She isn’t naive, she knows that her words won’t change the course in regards to the removal of Big Bad Wolf, but she still felt the need to express herself to the management at Busch. This post includes her letter to the park and a poem that she wrote about the Wolf. Nora’s passion and knowledge regarding Busch Gardens is extensive and I’ve asked her to consider becoming a contributor to the site, which she has agreed to do. So, you’ll be reading more from her in the future.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 10:19pm
To whoever decided to kill the Big Bad Wolf~ a heart felt memory I wish to share:
I was there THE DAY it opened (barely making the height requirement); the line stretched across the Italy Bridge. My brother and I hauled our parents as fast as our little legs could pull two adults to stand in a line for over three hours in the hot sun. The closer we got to the spooky wolf sign and that glorious entrance to the covered area, the more my heart pounded. Around and around the rails we went; my eyes never leaving that track.. my mind kept wondering which of the two cars running would be the one I would be riding that day.
Of course, after waiting three hours, we heard the rumor that the “back seat was the best”. So, after much sibling deliberation, we chose the back seat. The moment my shoes hit the bottom of the black car and the frazzled employee in the brown cotton “Lederhosen -esque” garb secured my harness, my brother and I held hands in anticipation. “Cha-chuck-cha-chuck”, the coaster rushed out of the little German style house; our eyes never once blinked and the smile never left our faces. We had no idea of what to expect on that first hill. At the time, it was hard to see the entire coaster due to trees and shrubs. My brother whispered near the top of the first drop, “I wonder when this hill ends…..~~~~waaaahhhh!”
Being in the back was the best because it yanked us like a lose sail in a perfect storm all around the little “staged” town. “Did you hear a bell?” I shouted. I couldn’t be sure, it all went so fast. Then with a jerk the coaster stopped and again we heard “Clickity, clickity..click.” Up and up the chain hauled us up to an unknown height. And before we both knew it, it was our first swing around on the last drop. It is that feeling of the swing out to the right, then back to the left in a matter of seconds as the car falls, only to dangle you over the water and then swing around precariously close to ominous metal poles, that makes THIS drop so amazing. After that ride, we both knew how special this adventure was and in our naivety I suppose, that we both felt this ride would last forever.
For years, my brother and I were often found leaning on the so familiar rails waiting, of course, for the back seat; the best seat; listening to the once “live” and endearing ramble of the ride operator who always added “traveling at the speed of fright” after each car sped away. When not in line for the Big Bad Wolf, we often perched by the edge of the bridge, where the waterfall runs and the old weeping willow once stood, and watched the beautiful black coaster cars swing by to retreat with a soft whoosh into the house; only to be filled up with more anxious riders and swiftly set off on another run.
25 years. 25 years. I was seven years old then. I wish I kept count of all the times I rode this coaster. I wish I could keep it safe from a scrapyard grave. I honestly cry to think of walking along that bridge where my brother and I stood watching our hero the Big Bad Wolf swing by, only to be greeted by emptiness; or worse, some other new trendy contraption.
I don’t want a new ride, I don’t want some other cheesy tie-in like the Sesame Street Park. What I want is to see that red track as long as I live. I want to hear the old 1980’s sound of a metal chain carrying it’s quarry up a steel hill. I want to know that when I walk from Italy to Germany, smelling the cotton candy and popcorn right before the pebble covered bridge turns to concrete walkways, I will walk around the corner and red lit eyes set in a wooden painted wolf will dare me to ride once more.
You could say to me, “at least you have those wonderful memories.” The Big Bad Wolf is like family to me and to many others. When you lose a loved one and someone says those exact words in response, it does not bring you comfort. You are furious that life took something so dear away from you. The memories my brother and I shared will never be repeated again. Those days are over. It is as if a new generation grows up listening to tales of an amazing uncle that passed away before they were born.
If it were a bad ride I would understand, but it is a gem of a coaster. It is irreplaceable.
I cannot believe that are no alternatives to help reconstruct any parts of the ride that make it so costly. This is an icon; an amazing milestone in coaster history. You MUST know it is much like severing a limb off of the park. I know your mind has been made; I know my words fall on deaf ears; but know this: YOU (the person or persons who made this decision) have caused a great loss to all coaster enthusiasts and true fans of Busch Gardens by approving the removal of this ride.
Therefore, I cannot say I could ever forgive the person or persons responsible for this mistake; for they have literally crushed my heart by destroying one of the best coasters ever built.
I have written letters to the park almost every year. I have sent you all many compliments, ideas, and praises. I mentioned many times the idea of keeping the park open in the winter for a Dicken’s style Christmas event in the England area. I have suggested to add Greece, thus adding area expansion in order to ease the congestion around the park. I even offered the idea of a children’s area called “Land of the Leprechauns” to be located in Ireland (in the area behind the toy store) to mirror Land of the Dragons. Even today, I still cling to the hope that you will bring Sherlock Holmes back to England; and I will still continue to ask each year.
Whether or not my thoughts and ideas matter, I will always care enough to share them with you.
Sincerely heart broken,
Faded Tracks of Red
by Nora Marien
July 30, 2009
Written in Honor of the Big Bad Wolf Coaster
based on the poem: THE FADED COAT OF BLUE
by J.H. McNaughton
Oh the mighty Wolf sleeps in its faded tracks of red.
All lonely and alone, it awaits its day of dread.
The cars are all still, and what more can be said,
That the twists and turns still remain engraved in our heads.
Thank you strong coaster, for all the years of delight,
the engineers who made you, really got it right.
You always gave us thrills in both the day and night,
and we always enjoyed “traveling at the speed of fright.”
No more will we hear screams of joy caused by you,
rest noble coaster, I wish there was more for you to do.
Your fate was out of our hands, for if we all could choose,
you would stay here forever, and end our coaster blues.
Though you are not the oldest coaster here, there is no disgrace;
the feeling of the swinging cars, can never be replaced.
You are as beautiful now as we all saw you then,
so we wish that your time here with us, would never, ever end.
And even when many years pass, and you have long been gone,
Your majesty and legacy shall forever continue on.
We all say goodbye and in sorrow, bow our heads.
For we shall never see your tracks again in that glorious shade of red.
Nora also included some scans to include on the site, they’ll go into the history of the park section and I’m also posting them here.