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Colby & Bree
Story	by Vince R Ditrich January 12, 2017 September 6, 2019
One thing he loved was being asked to get in the car and go for a drive, with no destination in mind, just following the breeze.
Navigational suggestions and tweaks along the way were welcomed, especially at the last second; homicidal veering is fine when you're in love. He was expert in her directions and instinctively knew things, like when right FEELS left, and when LEFT is actually the 'other left'. He was one of the few who could translate when directions changed, or flipped, or got turned around. Someone once told him to 'hang a shit hook' and he knew what to do! He even understood what 'Go RIGHT RIGHT here' meant. He knew that 'go up till we hit the light' didn't necessarily mean fly upward like a rocket toward the sun. Although with Bree it might.
Their narration of the trip was a colourful addition to the journey. Reading signs aloud with wonder and deep meaning really brought the trip to life. Pursed lips and sage shake of the head. "One Hour Martinizing. Martinizing…Hmmm…", or "Hospital Next Right…Yep. The Ol' Hospital. Mmmhmm…" Never once did Colby and Bree see irony in being named after cheeses. Yet it was especially great to remember that Wal-Mart used to be an empty field. But first it was a Woolco. Colby's mind was filled with wonder as it cast back to those salad days when scraps of discoloured newspaper blew up against the sagging snow fence.
Quick stop for fancy tea and then, Bree decided, one more stop to get a type of sandwich that can simply never be constructed, recreated or imagined except at a distant bistro miles down a congested road in the heart of town. This was deemed totally alluring, even though it was where people named Edna are known to lay down on the boiling pavement to hold a parking stall for husband Irv, who'll be along as soon as he manoeuvres the RV through the alley.
His head tilted, but only the tiniest fraction, as she expressed inexplicable displeasure about the temperature, the smell, the noise, the brightness of the sun, that lady's pant-suit, the long line-up, and the puzzling inconvenience of all this; the whole plan had been hers, after all. Yet he dutifully told her he'd just orbit the block several dozen times, picking his way through Byzantine one-way streets that would defeat trained laboratory rats. It was his pleasure. He gaped at tricyclists, random street jugglers, geriatrics with walkers, gangs of unruly, shirtless, tattooed youth, deeply disoriented pamphlet-clutching tourists with ghastly matching outfits, and a homeless eccentric with an ancient Schwinn coaster bike covered in antique hubcaps, all vying for crosswalk space. Today's special feature was the Edna-of-the-Day, in a folding chair, jaw jutting-out defensively, perched pugnaciously in the middle of a parking stall. She was shading herself with a dollar store parasol as she carved out a spot for her very own Irv, who would, it was generally understood, be along shortly.
Now the enjoyment really began because next stop was a beach. A lovely cheek-by-jowl crowded beach lined with signs prohibiting nearly every human activity, and with pay parking if you could find it. He accepted pay-parking at a beach; it was comforting in a Costco sort of way, museum diorama organic, munificently bureaucratic, righteously miserly and rigidly timed. On Twitter he'd heard about a queue to put Loonies in the machine that permitted folks to hug a tree, too. Nature as administered by people in offices, the way Nature itself intended.
They were far away from boring things like Pubs and wireless signal, thank God. Now they went for a 'long walk on the beach'. His favourite thing, he was informed. A sea breeze emptied out his head of negative thoughts which in truth was pretty well emptied-out already, anyway. At the halfway point, where the trip back to the car would be the longest, there was a perfect juncture where they, well actually she, could start discussing feelings and parts of his personality that need work. Bree discreetly waltzed around the puzzling fact that she freely married him, keenly aware that he was a disappointing asshole. They agreed he was a 'work in progress'. It was pointed out that he would do well to appreciate her candour and sacrifice on his behalf. But now, apparently, the beach was just too windy so they went back.
Turns out, the car was also too stuffy. And they lived happily ever after.
Vince R Ditrich © 2017 :: All Rights Reserved :: Random Note Generator :: A One-Man Magazine
Transcription of Journal Entry on Mini-Cassette by Unknown Father (Recovered from Lost & Found Bin at Funeral Home)
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Accessibility, Design, Events
Accessible and Inclusive Design
Siddhant Shah, an architect, recently wrote an article for Architectural Digest and stated that a building's esthetics should not only be designed to look amazing, but should facilitate the experience for all, including individuals with disabilities. Smooth polished marble floors, for instance look pleasing to the eye, but they also impede navigation for people who are visually impaired or the elderly. With a little forethought, a floor designed with different coloured tiles to highlight or demarcate sections would act as a guide for the user.
Housing, Accessibility
Renovating now for future accessibility
Moving houses can be one of the most stressful times in a person's life. Often, the reason for the move is because its layout is no longer compatible with the abilities of the aging homeowner. Many homeowners are now thinking proactively about future challenges in their accommodation needs by 'Renovating for Life.' This trend means homeowners are upgrading their existing homes by considering their future needs and not just what colour palate is in Vogue today.
Accessibility, Tourism
Accessible Tourism: A Competitive Opportunity
"Accessible Tourism is relevant for everybody," says Accessible Tourism Consultant Chris Veitch. On NewMind.com, Mr. Veitch presents a detailed discussion about travel and tourism, and people with disabilities, including the money they bring to business. According to England's tourism agency, VisitEngland (https://www.visitbritain.org/), travellers with disabilities tend to stay longer, with an average length of stay of 3.3 nights compared to 2.9 for the market as a whole. Their average spending is also higher per night away, compared to the average spending level.
Tagged: Accessible Tourism, Consultant Chris Veitch, Mobility
Accessibility, Business, Events
Accessible Meetings and Conventions
People with disabilities are active members of the workforce and often need to participate in offsite meetings and conventions, an article on Skiff.com wants to remind hospitality professionals. "Meeting and event planners must ensure they are accommodated," says David Dikter, CEO of Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA), an organization representing manufacturers, sellers, and providers of assistive technology for people with disabilities.
Tagged: Skiff.com, ATIA, Assistive Technology Industry Association
Accessibility, Education, Technology
Making Curriculum Accessible
Apple has announced that its Everyone Can Code course materials are now accessible to students who are blind and deaf. Everyone Can Code teaches coding in Swift, a programing language. The simple, fun coding lessons can be modified to suit students from kindergarten to college. It's also fun to use, because it lets you see what you're creating with code as you write it - as the user types on the left, he or she immediately see the result on the right.
Tagged: Everyone Can Code, Apple CEO Tim Cook
Accessibility, Arts and Culture
Accessible Improv Theatre
Chicago's famous Second City Improv Theatre, which brought the world comedy greats such as Tina Fey, Catherine O'Hara, Amy Poehler and Stephen Colbert, has started offering performances accessible to audience members who are deaf and hard-of-hearing.
Tagged: Second City Chicago, Accessibility Committee, Producer Jesse Swanson
Accessible Railway Services
In Wales, train cars are being updated and modified, as part of a plan to make sure rail services are fully accessible for customers with reduced mobility. By the end of 2019, all trains in Wales will be compliant with EU regulations known as Persons of Reduced Mobility. The regulations were created to ensure there are no barriers for using public transport.
Tagged: Cambrian News, Arriva
Accessibility, Business
Starbucks is Opening its First "Signing Store"
Starbucks has opened its first all-signing store, where all employees are fluent in American Sign Language (ASL). The new store in Washington, D.C. opened in October 2018. It has been placed strategically close to the deaf-friendly Gallaudet University.
Tagged: Starbucks, Sign Language
Accessibility, Inclusion, Design
The Difference Between Inclusive Design and Accessibility
In its magazine The New Standard, watch designer (and retailer) Eone gives an eloquent answer the question "What's the Difference Between 'Inclusive Design' and 'Accessibility'?" Although this is a marketing piece, the approach and tone conveyed are thoughtful and sincere.
Tagged: The New Standard Magazine, Inclusive Design, Universal Design, Eone
Accessibility, Technology, Workplaces
Reimagining Accessibility in Canada
"Accessibility isn't just a moment in time for Microsoft," says Kevin Peesker, President of Microsoft Canada. "One in seven Canadians has a disability. This is a sobering statistic, and according to the federal government we can only expect this number to grow given our aging population."
Tagged: Microsoft, Kevin Peesker, Artificial Intelligence
Accessibility, Tourism, Technology
How Can Airlines Improve their Websites for Passengers with Disabilities?
In 2015 North American travelers with disabilities spent $17.3 billion on travel, significantly more than $13.6 billion in 2002. At the same time, complaints about airlines made by passengers with disabilities have doubled to more than 30,000 per year. Amadeus, a travel industry technology company, released a report on barriers to accessibility across stages of the passenger journey that may hold some answers as to why.
Tagged: Amadeus, eSSENTIAL Accessibility, APEX, Qantas
Accessibility, Technology, Web Accessibility
Creating Accessible Technology for All to Easily Utilize
In South Korea, consumer electronics manufacturer Samsung is looking at ways that technology, including artificial intelligence, can help people with disabilities. Samsung says its developers are "listening closely to the feedback of those with disabilities, and developing tests so they can directly experience the inconveniences themselves." Samsung says it is developing a number of technologies with an eye to ensuring accessibility for anyone and everyone, that have the potential to dramatically help those with disabilities, the elderly, and many others.
Tagged: Samsung, Accessible Technology, Bixby
Accessibility, Tourism, Media
Airbnb Aims to Make Travel More Accessible
When Airbnb acquired Accomable in 2017, it came with a bonus: Accomable's founder Srin Madipalli. Mr. Madipalli has travelled the world in his wheelchair. Now, as Airbnb's accessibility product and program manager, he can help many others do the same.
Tagged: Airbnb, Accomable
Accessibility, Business, Workplaces
Is My Workplace Inclusive and Accessible?
The state government of Western Australia, like the Province of Ontario, is making a point of encouraging employers to hire people with disabilities. Its Count Me In strategy was launched in 2009, with an aim for "all people to live in welcoming communities that facilitate citizenship, friendship, mutual support and a fair go for everyone."
Tagged: Count Me In Strategy, Accessible Workplace
Accessibility, Business, Retail
Downtown Accessibility Ramp Project Kicks Off
In Owen Sound, Ontario, free portable ramps will soon make downtown shops more accessible for people using wheelchairs, wheeled walkers and pushing strollers. The first ramps were placed in front of two Owen Sound shops in the spring, for a ceremonial kick-off to promote use of the ramps downtown this summer. "It's a no-brainer," said one of the recent ramp recipients. "Why would I want to keep anyone from my store?"
Tagged: Stop Gap Foundation, Luke Anderson, Owen Sound
Accessibility, Housing, Universal Design
Wheelchair- Friendly Tiny House Is a "Big" Option
Housing is an ongoing challenge for many people with disabilities, as the cost of housing keeps rising – exponentially in many communities. On her blog Free Wheelin, writer Karin Willison describes the "tiny house" on wheels as a solution that is affordable and can be easily worked into existing communities.
Tagged: Tiny House, Blogger Karin Willison, Accessible Housing
Accessibility, Innovation, Resource
App Aims at Better Accessibility Around the City
People with disabilities navigating the streets of Edmonton will soon have a new tool to try out. The "Click 'n' Push" app will measure how much force a person in a wheelchair exerts while navigating the city, and then predict the degree of difficulty of a route, taking into account the user's strength.
Tagged: Click n Push App, University of Alberta, Navigation
Accessibility, Design, Housing
Housing: When Accessibility Becomes the Norm and not the Exception
A Toronto builder has caught onto the idea of intentionally designing condos that are easily modified to accommodate people with disabilities. Most builders don't currently offer accessibility as a standard option, and adding such features or retrofitting an existing unit can run to thousands or tens of thousands of dollars.
Tagged: Accessible Housing, Daniels Corporation, Consumer Demand
How Accessible is your Hotel?
The Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) wants its members to take a good look at their accommodations, and take into account the needs of seniors and people with disabilities.
Tagged: Accessible Tourism, Accessible Hotel, Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association
Accessibility, Resource, Technology, Web Accessibility
Introducing the Accessibility Inspector for Firefox
On "Marco's Accessibility Blog," Mozilla blogger Marco Zehe gets into deep detail about Firefox's new web site accessibility inspection tool. The Firefox Accessibility Inspector allows web developers to review how well a website works with assistive technologies.
Tagged: Firefox Accessibility Inspector, Accessibility Resources
Accessibility, Web Accessibility, Technology
Windows 10 Accessibility: What to Expect in the year ahead
If you use the accessibility tools and features within the Windows 10 Operating System, Microsoft's recent blog is full of good news. The tech giant says it has been collaborating with assistive technology partners to bring more assistive technology to the Microsoft Store.
Tagged: Windows 10 Accessibility, Improvements, Accessibility Tools
Accessibility, Innovation, Technology, Web Accessibility
Communications Accessibility in Games
U.S. law firm Kelley-Drye published a comprehensive article about changes to laws in the U.S. around accessibility in video games. This is a small excerpt.
Tagged: Accessible Gaming, Kelley-Drye, Software

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This article is intended to inform residents of Colorado about home poker games, including the legalities, the rules and where they can be found and how to fill the seats at your own Colorado home poker game. This exciting pastime has grown increasingly popular, with hundreds, if not thousands of poker enthusiasts looking a good Colorado home poker game.
Colorado Home Poker - Is It Legal?
Yes - to an extent. Colorado State law specifically prohibits certain forms of gambling, such as high-stakes gambling, professional gambling and games of chance. However a low-stakes game of skill that gives no player an advantage over another is exempt from these anti-gambling laws. Therefore, holding a home poker game in Colorado can be done in a perfectly legal manner.
Many Colorado home poker games are not played in the legal fashion, so if it's a legal home poker game you're looking for, be sure to verify the source and stakes, as well as the legalities, before entering.
Colorado Home Poker - Where Is It Played?
Colorado home poker games are played throughout the state, with the majority found in the following cities: Arvada, Aurora, Boulder, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Colorado Springs, Englewood, Ft. Collins, Ft. Morgan, Golden, Greeley, Lakewood, Littleton, Sterling and Wheatridge.
Colorado Home Poker - How Do I Find A Home Poker Game?
The easiest way to find a Colorado home poker game is to search related Internet forums. There is an abundance of resources where Colorado home poker players can post, discuss, schedule and find Colorado home poker games. A respectable source should provide the game type, buy-in, limits, stakes, time, city and all necessary contact information to enter.
Colorado Home Poker - What Are The Rules?
Basic home poker game rules at set in place by the provider of the home poker game. These rules should be followed at all times to prevent any discrepancies or accusations of cheating. Colorado home poker games are meant for entertainment purposes - not to cause problems. Follow the standard guidelines below to keep it clean and fair, and most importantly to have a good time!
Breaks: All break times should be clearly stated before the beginning of a Colorado home poker game.
Blinds: All blind levels and increases should be clearly stated before the home poker game and timed correctly.
Bets: Players should state the intention of their bet (Call, Raise, Check, etc.) before placing the bet. Chips should be moved all at once into the center of the table, not into the pot.
Wait your Turn: Most poker games - including Texas Hold'Em, the most common Colorado home poker game - are position based games. A player should never act out of turn.
Fold: When a player folds, the cards should go face-down into the 'muck' pile. Do not reveal your cards to any other player before or during folding. Once a player has folded, it is final.
Raise: When Raising, a player must announce their intention to raise before doing so. The Raise amount must be equal to twice the previous raise, or twice the big blind. The only exception is an All-In wager.
String Bets: String Bets are strictly prohibited. A string bet is when a player moves their chips into the center of the table in two or more moves. All bets must be placed in a single movement. Another type of string bet is when a player says "Call", then pauses before following it with "And I Raise". This is prohibited as some players may re-act to the Call, giving the bettor added incite into the advantage of raising. If this occurs, the Call will stand but the Raise will not be allowed.
Cheating: Absolutely, positively, DO NOT CHEAT in a Colorado home poker game. Not only is it dishonest and ruins the pleasure and integrity of the game, it will get the cheater thrown out faster than he can say "I Fold!"
If you notice another player cheating, your actions should depend upon the circumstance. If you are new this particular Colorado home poker game, keep your mouth shut and get out of the game asap. If you don't know the other players, don't take for granted that the entire group isn't in on it together, targeting you. It can happen. If you know the home poker game and some or all of the people in it, be sure you have undeniable proof before you toss an accusation. A cheater will deny it till his last breath, and with no proof he may still get away with it.
With the live broadcasting of some of the worlds largest poker circuit events, such as the WSOP, came the phenomenal popularity of Texas Hold'Em. Because of this, most every Colorado home poker game will involve Texas Hold'Em, usually in No Limit. If you want to join in a Colorado home poker game, you must know the rules of Texas Hold'Em first.
The object of the game is to create the best 5-card poker hand from the 7 cards available by the end of each hand. A player's first 2 cards are dealt to him face down. These are his Hole Cards. Another 5 cards will be placed face-up in the center of the table as the game progresses. These are called 'Community Cards', because every player will use these 5 cards, combined with his Hole cards, to make the best possible 5-card poker hand.
Small Blind: The small blind is equal to the lower stakes (i.e. a $1/$2 game would equal Small Blind of $1). The player left of the Dealer places this bet before any cards are dealt.
Big Blind: The Big Blind is equal to the higher stakes (i.e. a $1/$2 game would equal Big Blind of $2). The player left of the Small Blind bettor places this bet before any cards are dealt.
The first 3 community cards are revealed all at once, known as the Flop. This is followed by another round of betting, this time (and every time after) starting with the Small Blind bettor.
The 5th and final community card is revealed, followed by a final round of betting.
The best 5-card poker hand wins the pot.


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Below is the list of dramas and movies that I have seen for as long as I can remember. They are ranked on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest. I judge in terms of likeness as well as quality and production value. For the ones that I do not remember they are represented with a "^" and for short dramas and short movies, they will be represented with a "#" depending on which category they fall under. These ratings are ranked in their category.
Taiwanese Dramas/Short Dramas (represented with a #) That I Have Seen
Absolute Boyfriend – I love Jiro here! Not just because I got to see him half-naked here but because he was such a sweet and kind boyfriend. I find his portray of Nightly really fit for him because it just seems to work for him. I also really like the chemistry Nightly has with Xiao Fei and Zong Shi. I was disappointed with the ending. (6/10)
Alice in Wonder City (AKA Giving Alice a Miracle) – I am so so so very disappointed with this. I held much higher expectations for this but it just failed to deliver. The storylines just didn't connect with each other. Also the OTP didn't hold much chemistry with each other despite Aaron Yan being here. (2.5/10)
Autumn's Concerto – How adorable is Xiao Xiao Bin? The relationship that he has with Mu Cheng is so adorable! He just made the drama a whole lot more amazing. I love love loved the plot and the chemistry between the OTP. They are adorable together and made the plot really touching. (10/10)
Boysitter –
# Breath-Easy Diary – The concept was sweet and plus there was Bolin Chen! However, there wasn't consistency with the eps and it lacked links. (7/10)
# Dare Generation – I loved the moral behind each of the eps. Each ep was short and sweet and the message was brought across. My favourite ep would have to be the first ep featuring Janine Chang and Joseph Chang. Janine and Joseph look so perfect together with their sizzling electricity going on between them! I love how they were able to exchange a lot of chemistry between them in a short few minutes. (7/10)
Dragon Gate – Boring! The plot was weak and did not follow along. There were a lot of loopholes and the action that it tried to bring did not show. In fact, I did not even understand the while premise of the drama. There was also a lack of chemistry between Sunny and his female leads. (3.5/10)
#Dive In 2013 – I love these simple stories! They're just simple and sweet. I think this short drama brought about a really nice told story. Every ep got across a message and I liked that. (8/10)
#Dive In 2014 – This was a continuation off from 2013's instalment and units one of the best on-screen couples – Ariel Lin and Bolin Chen – together. Technically they didn't play a couple here but their chemistry is just amazing. I thought the chemistry between the cast of this instalment was better than with the 2013's instalment. (8.5/10)
Down With Love – I loved it! The OTP had so much chemistry together! Ella always does so well in these types of roles. (: I actually really enjoyed the storyline. It was funny, light-hearted and enjoyable to watch. I wanted to see more of the kids! (8.5/10)
Easy Fortune Happy Love – While many people felt that this was a good drama, IMO, this felt short of it. I just didn't feel the connection between her and Blue Lan. They appeared to be very distant with each other. I also wasn't too fond of the plot. I swear, majority of the time I saw her younger brother more as her son than brother. Chen Qiao En still had amazing acting though. (5/10)
Fall in Love with Me – What was I thinking watching this? I honestly had no idea. It was just crazyville all the way and the OTP had minimal chemistry on top of some very monotone acting. (3/10)
Fated to Love You – I loved the use of humour here. It helped to lighten the mood and create a lively atmosphere. I just love Xin Yi's family. They are so supportive of her and so hilarious! The OTP share a beautiful connection that evoke a light atmosphere. I also really loved the plot and how it uses the ordinary drama clichés and turning it into a superb extraordinary unique individuality. (11/10)
Hana Kimi – I was satisfied with everything but the ending. Arrrghhh, why did they not reveal that she is a girl? I feel so bad for Xiu Yi. Ella is so adorable as a boy! I just love the sight of Wu Chun! Ahahahas. The characters and the story really work well together. (8/10)
# Heartbeat Love – I love seeing Rainie Yang and Show Luo together. Their chemistry just continues to grow. This short drama gave and told so much. Each ep would leave you wanting for more. What's not to love about Rainie Yang and Show Luo? (8/10)
Hi, My Sweetheart – Show looks handsome, even as a dork! Ahahahas! I love his chemistry with Rainie! Although his acting was only so-so but the chemistry made up for it. I also love that there is a point of difference in this drama, the female is the strong character here. (: (7.5/10)
Invinsible Shan Bao Mei **only saw the first ep for Xin Yi and Cun Xi from Fated To Love You – I can't really rate this since I didn't actually see it. It didn't entice me and wasn't interesting enough for me to continue watching.
In A Good Way – One word: Amazing! I loved it from beginning to end. It told of a realistic drama that captured my heart in so many ways. It was great writing and directing which allowed the drama to be a beautiful as it was. The chemistry between the cast was beautiful and I loved how the themes were addressed throughout the drama. (11/10)
In Time With You – IMO, it is one of the most realistic dramas ever in Taiwan history. Ariel and Bolin have one of the cutest chemistry ever! I love them and wanted them to get together sooner rather than later. I was just saddened that they only got together in the last ep. Timing just got in their way too much. Ahahaahha, they had such a hilarious marriage! The filming of this is also superb! (10/10)
It Started With A Kiss – Ahhh, Ariel Lin is so adorable! They plot and characters are so hilarious! It doesn't have to make sense, as long as it works, that's what makes a good drama. I love that Xiang Qin is the naive and optimistic girl. Although she is not the smartest of all people, she doesn't allow that to get in her way. I love that she is brave and able to change Zhi Shu. They are so compatiable yet not compatible with each other. (8/10)
King Flower (AKA Substitute Princess OR Replacement Princess OR The Adventure of King Flower) – Terry/Chris completely stole the show! He was about the only thing good that came out of the drama. The plot was kind of useless since it boiled into a hot mess a third of the way into the drama run and the male lead got demoted to supporting actor. Well, Chris shone through and through and that was enough for me! (7/10)
Love Around – This was quite boring. The plot lacked substance and the characters lacked chemistry. Nothing helps to gel the drama together; there was no premise to the plot other than to pair Annie and George together again. It was draggy and kept playing along the same plot devices again and again. (3.5/10)
Love Cheque Charge –
Love Keeps Going – It was a nice drama to pass time with. There was chemistry between Mike He and Cyndi Wang but it wasn't quite enough. I really like the plot; it is different to the typical plots. There were some scenes that I found overly hilarious when it is not supposed to be funny, like reviving Yi Lei. Ahahahas! I love that this drama is different from the typical Taiwanese dramas. (7/10)
Love Me Or Leave Me (AKA I Rented A Lover) – It was different to see the OTP already in a steady and stable relationship from the very start. However, the plot lacked development and was very slow-paced. Furthermore, the storyline was super repetitive and everything was so predictable. The drama came up as bland and boring. (2.5/10)
Love You (AKA Drunken To Love You) – Hilarious! Joseph Chang was not only exceptional in his role but he had great chemistry with Rainie Yang. I love the plot and it was so well different. Although the plot is like that of Fated To Love You but it differed remarkably and had great distinctions. The chemistry between our OTP was amazing. I also really like the seconds leads. I do feel sad for Kingone Wang, he doesn't get Rainie yet again. (9/10)
Miss Rose – It was brilliant until halfway mark where everything started tumbling downwards and became repetitive. It was nice watching Megan and Roy bring their characters to life and their chemistry really played out well. (8/10)
My Lucky Star – The storyline was very sweet, though again it is the typical plot. However, elements were added to make it not typical. I love how they fell in love with each other. I love the way that they change for the better of each other. The second leads were also very well written intot the drama. Though I was saddened to discover that Ha Na's voice was dubbed. I know that's she Korean and an exception and can't be helped but it's a dubbed voice! (7.5/10)
My Pig Lady (AKA Go, Single Lady) –
My Queen – I loved the storyline and cast. The cast is perfect and both the leads and secondary leads were amazing. However, I did find Ethan and Cheryl's chemistry to only be so-so. They do have chemistry together but it just lacked something. I also really like how work/career for our leads are a subplot here. (8/10)
Office Girls – Oh I loved it from start to the very end! It was very well written added on that Alice and Roy's chemistry were on fire! The way they came to love one another was so natural and filled with love. It was watching them fall for each other that made this drama so interesting to watch. (9/10)
# Reverse The Moment, Fragrant Smell – The story was really simple and was so centred on the promoting the product that it was have been better off as an ad instead of a mini drama. The acting was over exaggerative and the leads did not have much chemistry between them. (4.5/10)
Ring Ring Bell (AKA Real Ring Please Press The Bell Twice) – The storyline was kind of stupid and very clichéd. Not much was done to make this clichéd storyline out of the ordinary. I love the cutie Duo Duo! I also love seeing Janine and Peter together. Ahahahas, I cannot get enough of Peter's abs! (5.5/10)
Romantic Princess – Wu Chun and Angela Chang are so sweet together and have such amazing chemistry! I really love how they fell for each other and although there was obstacles intervening them, they still continued to love each other. I love that Feng Jin chased for his own dream and what he wants while still protecting her. I also really like the second leads and Emp. (8.5/10)
Skip Beat! (AKA Extravagant Challenge) – I like the cast, no, not just because Dong Hae and Si Won is in it, but because they all work well together. I really like Bianca Bai and the other supporting characters; they really gel the drama together. I found that Donghae had remarkably less amount of show time. I was also very dissatisfied with the ending, why did they leave it open ended!? Ivy Chen was amazing in her role; her acting was brilliant! (7/10)
Smiling Pasta – Adorably sweeeeet! It shows how remarkable fate can be. I really like the story behind "Smiling Pasta". These two have a lot of chemistry together! It was also beautifully produced and written. (9/10)
Summer X Summer – The storyline and OTP failed to impress me. The OTP lacked chemistry and the storyline wasn't appealing. I do enjoy the humorous side to this and the secondary characters. (6/10)
Sunny Happiness – Such a typical plot of poor woman working under the rich beau and with a contract relationship. Yet, it was so different from the typical stories. I loved our second male lead here and had difficulty decided who to ship – Li Yi feng or Mike He? I also enjoyed how the plot developed quite smoothly from start to finish. Janine Chang as Yong Yong is just so adorable! I really love her supportive family. (9.5/10)
Sunshine Angel – Supposedly all members made an appearance here but I only saw Wu Chun and Aaron Yan… I love Wu Chun and Rainie Yang separately but not together. They lacked chemistry and it didn't help that the plot was not well written. I also did not like the opening song. I just found that it didn't work well with the drama. (5.5/10)
The Fierce Wife – I have never been this emotionally attached to a drama before! It was brilliant and it really got me onto of my emotions. If I could I would have reached into the drama and seriously punch the ones who hurt An Zhen! (9/10)
The Pursuit Of Happiness – I really enjoyed it! Sonia and Tony have amazing chemistry together. They really brought the drama home! I loved their character developments and their realisation that they are the one for each other. (8/10)
Ti Amo Chocolate **dropped after 5 eps – It was good and there was a stable but slow chemistry between the OTP which I consider to be good because this is an 80 ep drama. Ahahahahas, I love Xi En's supportive family! Even if you don't want to watch the drama, you should at least listen to the OTS. (: I haven't seen enough of the drama to actually give it a rating but I will rate it on the first five eps. (7/10)
Tokyo Juliet – Ahahahaha, Wu Chun's hair! His acting was not up to scratch and had his voice dubbed so that was a let down but I'll forgive him since that was his first time acting. Once again, Ariel was amazing in her role. I found the OTP very compatiable togeher. I also really like how they fell in love. (7.5/10)
Two Fathers – Loved, loved, loved it! It was amazing in all aspects. The plot progressed steady and smoothly and what I loved what that it was able to keep at this pace even though it was 73 eps long. I just loved the interaction between each of the characters especially between Zheng Hua, Xiang Xi and their daughter Wendy. (10/10)
Why Why Love – Rainie had both chemistry with Kingone and Mike. Jia Di and Huo Da's love was sweet and it was amazing with the things that they are willing to do for each other. I really enjoyed the plot as well as the bromance. The ending did leave me hoping for the better. (8/10)
# Wishing For Happiness – The story was beautifully brought out by Rainie Yang. I never thought a short 3 eps consisting of 10 minutes each could bring out so much in a drama. It touched a sensitive topic that I have never seen done in Taiwan before. (8.5/10)
Taiwanese Movies/Short-movies (represented with a #) That I Have Seen
# Discover Love From The Heart – A mini-sequel from where In Time With You left off; You Qing reflects about her relationship with Da Ren and realises that regardless of what comes between them, she will still love him. I enjoyed it but I do wish that we got to see some more Da Ren and You Qing scenes! (8/10)
Girlfriend, Boyfriend (AKA GF*BF) – Set in the 1980's, this movies tells of the complicated life between three people. The three leads had great chemistry between them and the story was very nicely written. The filming was exceptional in the way that it managed to tell the story even with a lack of dialogue. (8/10)
Lovesick (AKA Love Phobia) – What's not to love about another collaboration between Bolin and Ariel after their firey chemistry in In Time With You? Though, their chemistry here wasn't as firey as it was in the drama. The plot is pretty ordinary with two random people finding themselves falling for each other. I'm just glad to see them together again and having another wedding. (7.5/10)
# Love Me Or Leave Me (AKA I Rented A Lover) Prologue: Love Before – The lack of words and dialogue present between the leads was just perfect here. There didn't need to be words to convey what each other was feeling. I really love the cinematography of this and how much symbolism could be packed in. However, I found Chris and Tiffany's chemistry a bit awkward in a way. Overall, this is a good "prologue" to lead onto the drama. (7/10)
# Okinawa – Sweet? No. Beautiful? No. And to make it worse they had to use the same song from Love Me Or Leave Me (AKA I Rented A Lover) which just reminded me of how pitiful that drama was. There wasn't chemistry between Chris and his leading lady and the plot was not solid. I guess it was just enough to keep Okinawa the focus. (4.5/10)
# Rhythm of the Rain – A movie short that is an introduction to the movie of the same name. The short is quite difficult to follow if you have no idea what the plot of the movie is about but I enjoyed the acting and filming. Maybe I should have read about the plot first… (5/10)
# Seed – Amazing acting and chemistry with Sonia and Tony. This short movie really allows for Tong Yang to show his acting skills in different roles. I love love love the innovative plot though I did not get the two characters that Sonia played… (7.5/10)
You Are The Apple Of My Eye – Amazing movie! What more amazing is that it is semi-autobiographic. (: Staggering chemistry between the OTP and a really touching storyline. The humour will really get you laughing. (9/10)
20 thoughts on "Taiwanese Dramas and Movies"
BetsyHp January 6, 2014 at 1:10 pm Reply
I love how long this list is! I'm totally going to be using it in the future. 😀
misscupcakees January 6, 2014 at 1:54 pm Reply
Hehe, glad that it is of some help! (:
MIke February 4, 2014 at 12:26 pm Reply
Hey I love how you rated dramas, I am halfway through Office Girls and saw your reviews. I would definitely recommend this website to other people. Just out of curiosity do you know of any good dramas with nice OST?
misscupcakees February 4, 2014 at 1:07 pm Reply
Awwww, thank you! 🙂 I actually think that Office Girls has a really nice OST. You might also want to check out the OST of Autumn's Concerto, My Princess, Dream High, City Hunter and In Time With You.
Christelou February 7, 2014 at 9:08 am Reply
Thanks for the rating list. 🙂 I have already used it to select my next Drama to watch.
I recommand you the Tdrama "What is Love", it's very funny and fresh, with Chris Wu and Jade Chou.
misscupcakees April 16, 2014 at 1:58 pm Reply
No worries! (: I'm glad that this is useful in helping your drama watching. Hehehe! Thanks for the recommendation!
dilara February 18, 2014 at 2:20 pm Reply
I loved how you rated Fated to Love You 11/10
One of my favorites also!
misscupcakees February 19, 2014 at 5:39 pm Reply
Hehehee, yeppp, that was a fabulous drama!
sweetnessvi May 4, 2014 at 8:08 pm Reply
i'm surprised that you don't have pi li mit on your list. aaron yan was in it with gui gui. i personally really enjoyed the drama (: the chemistry between the both of them was brilliant!
I'm glad you rated Autumn Concerto 10/10. It was a really good drama, and yes with Xiao Xiao Bin taking the cute spotlight and all that! X'D
misscupcakees May 4, 2014 at 9:40 pm Reply
Yeahhh! 😛 This reminds me of WGM when Taecyeon got all jealous over who Aaron Yan was!
Looooved it! I've seen it multiple times and it has dragged me to tears each time. Xiao Xiao Bin is such a cutie there!
sonnet22 May 16, 2014 at 7:24 pm Reply
I also love how FTLY is 11/10. Did you know they made a comic of it? Also, not sure if you'll like it, but one of my favorites is Love Forward. It has some OTT moments (amnesia times two) but I really like how the female lead gets to be goofy yet still taken seriously.
Hehehe! No, I didn't know that! But they are having a Korean remake of it set to air this July. I haven't seen Love Forward!
alegator28 November 21, 2014 at 8:21 am Reply
You should definitely watch ToGetHer (Rainie Yang and Jiro Wang), Just You (Aaron Yan and Puff Guo), Hana Kimi (Ella Chen and Wu Chun – also Jiro<3), and Drama Go Go Go (Jiro Wang). These are all so good! 🙂
misscupcakees December 10, 2014 at 4:46 pm Reply
I've seen Hana Kimi and Drama Go Go Go and they were good!
1234k_gurl August 14, 2015 at 10:49 am Reply
I LOVE how you love taiwanese dramas!! <33 i feel like mostly everyone in the dramaland is way into korean dramas. Don't get me wrong, Korean dramas are amazing and i loved them but sometimes… they're too overrated. My first drama was Taiwanese (Meteor Garden), then i really got into Korean dramas, but i switched over TW dramas for about 5 years now because i feel like they're not getting as much attention as they deserve. They have really good dramas too, especially when it comes to Rom-coms. Too bad they dont get that much viewers (but its slowly getting there :DD) I realized that losing one fan wouldn't hurt but gaining one means a lot and since then I've been addicted hehe i watched at least 80% of your list hehe xD
mimi November 21, 2015 at 7:48 am Reply
Thank you very much for the list !! It will be very useful 🙂 🙂
Sofie December 21, 2015 at 9:19 pm Reply
Have you watched Murphy's Law of Love? Also I love the list, it included a lot of my favorite dramas and then some I didn't like. I felt that all that was said of each drama was fair and to the point.
misscupcakees January 17, 2016 at 10:39 am Reply
Awww, thank you!
Ivy September 1, 2016 at 9:32 am Reply
Omg I can't believe you haven't watched Just You yet… I highly recommended you watch it… Puff's and Aaron's chemistry is so cute!?
misscupcakees September 2, 2016 at 8:48 am Reply
Ahaha, so I've heard! Might get around to it when I can find the time.
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Low staff morale and high use of restraint at Broadmoor trust
16 September, 2015By Sophie Barnes
Low staffing levels and an "unacceptable variation" in the use of restraint at West London Mental Health NHS Trust has caused regulators to call for it to make improvements.
During the inspection in June the Care Quality Commission said it was most concerned by the forensic and high secure services, which they gave "inadequate" ratings.
"I apologise to patients and their families if they have received poor care from us"
Steve Shrubb
Inspectors found there was "unacceptable variation in the use of restraint, including a high use of prone restraint" across the trust, which runs Broadmoor Hospital.
Inspectors concluded the trust had a "substantial" problem with staff recruitment and retention, and there were too few employees to "consistently guarantee safety and quality in the forensic services, high secure services and community based mental health teams".
There was a low morale among staff and "poor engagement" with frontline staff in some of the services, said the CQC in its latest inspection report on the trust, which was published today.
In the forensic services staff had concerns about a "longstanding culture of bullying linked to race, religion and culture", said the report.
Some patients were being prescribed medication at higher levels than the recommended dose, it said.
The Lakeside Mental Health Unit at the trust was "not considered fit for purpose" because it was "compromising patients' privacy and dignity".
In a six month period restraint was used 432 times and in 179 of these incidents patients were restrained in the prone position.
However, inspectors found the low morale problem was not endemic and in many services staff were "very positive" about the trust.
"We believe that our inspection has identified that the scale and speed of change that is needed is very significant. They must address our findings as a matter of urgency"
Paul Lelliott
They found in most places that "care was delivered by hard working, caring and compassionate staff", particularly at the high security prison Broadmoor where staff showed "real concern" for patients.
Chief executive Steve Shrubb, who will be leaving the trust in November, said: "The inspection was rigorous and the CQC's assessment of the trust is very fair.
"They recognised our staff's hard work and compassion, many of our services were found to be good, and all of our services were found to be caring and staff should feel rightly proud of this," he said.
"However, we know that we have more work to do and need to deliver improvements if we are to deliver consistently high quality care to every single patient. I apologise to patients and their families if they have received poor care from us," he added.
Paul Lelliott, the CQC's deputy chief inspector of hospitals and lead for mental health, said: "The trust is developing a leadership team which has a good insight into the challenges they face.
"However, we believe that our inspection has identified that the scale and speed of change that is needed is very significant," he said.
"They must address our findings as a matter of urgency," he said. "We will be working with the trust to agree a plan to assist them in improving their standards of care and treatment."
RCM backs 'rethink' on women with babies in prison
9 February, 2016Steve Ford
The Royal College of Midwives has welcomed by a call from the prime minister for a "rethink" on policy regarding pregnant prisoners and female prisoners with babies.
Care UK wins prison healthcare contract in capital
7 January, 2016Ben Clover
Independent provider Care UK has won a five-year contract for healthcare services at Wormwood Scrubs prison in West London.
Tighten standards or risk harm in custody, warn forensic nurses
6 November, 2015Jo Stephenson
More people could die or suffer harm in police custody unless the NHS tightens new standards for nurses and other professionals working with this vulnerable group, claim forensic nursing experts.
CCG chief nurse 'disappointed' at sudden hospital closure
30 September, 2015Lawrence Dunhill
A major transfer of mental health services between two providers could be delayed after the sudden closure of a psychiatric hospital in York.
Staffing issues unite latest trusts criticised by CQC
25 September, 2015Steve Ford
Nursing shortages were at the heart of three critical inspection reports on trust standards, which were published last week by the Care Quality Commission.
Regulator appoints nurses to advise on mental health
12 August, 2015Steve Ford
The Care Quality Commission has recruited two national advisors from the field of mental health nursing.
New year honours for more than 20 members of nursing profession
2 January, 2015Steve Ford
One of the country's top nursing leaders has been made a dame in New Year's honours list.
Net widens to more trusts in investigation into Savile abuse
7 November, 2014Steve Ford
The investigation into historic abuse by Jimmy Savile on NHS premises has widened its net to cover more health service organisations and fresh allegations, it has been announced.
London's practice nurses must be 'trained in mental health crises'
28 October, 2014Nicola Merrifield
Practice nurses, GPs and other community staff in London should be provided with training to assess and manage mental health crisis, new regional standards have recommended.
Secure hospital nurses take strike action over pay
24 October, 2014The Press Association
Staff at three high security psychiatric hospitals will strike today in the bitter dispute with the government over health workers' pay.
Anonymous17 September, 2015 3:07 pm
Well this is what happens when the people in charge are so detached from providing care that they just don't have a clue. so much money is wasted in the NHS it is juts unreal and when people on the floor give ideas to save money they just get ignored. Furthermore the NHS really need to up wages and encourage people to get a job in the NHS as opposed to going private or joining agency. At the moment I see nurses leaving to the agencies every week and then coming back to be paid twice as much to do half as much because they have less responsibility than the full time employed staff. of course this leaves poor care and low moral for those full time workers who feel under appreciated. when a single ward can spend the best part of £100,000 a year on different agency staff this is going to lead to inconsistent care because no one stays around long enough to constantly work with the patients. there is no team, no bonding and no moral. also this is massive amounts of money which could be much better spent on other more important things like psychology, more full time staff, activities for patients... and the list goes on. On the subject of prone restraint the DOH have said it should be banned completely but I have not seen one person who developed that policy come to a ward and show staff another safe and effective way. At the end of the day staff work so hard to not use restraint at all and I see this every day but on occasions it is necessary for the safety of patients, staff, visitors, property and the public. Rather than banging on about how rubbish the NHS and staff are which succeeds in only lowering moral further how about the people at the top come to the wards and show us how we should be doing the job better and safer. I see the CQC come round to the wards and put up notices saying this that and the other are inadequate but I am yet to see any constructive advise on how to improve and I am yet to see a better care provider than the NHS world wide.
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RIDEAUX v. ACE AMERICAN COMPANY, et al
Judy Rideaux
Middle District of Louisiana
RIDEAUX v. ACE AMERICAN COMPANY, et al complaint
RIDEAUX v. ACE AMERICAN COMPANY, et al docket
NOTICE OF REMOVAL OF CIVIL ACTION
TO: THE HONORABLE JUDGES OF THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT OF LOUISIANA:
NOW INTO COURT, by and through undersigned counsel, come Kinchen L. Hill,
Heartland Express, Inc. and ACE American Insurance Company, made defendants, who have
been served with a Petition for Damages, and who, with a full reservation of all rights, and
while preserving all defenses and objections, hereby remove the below described state court
civil action to this Honorable Court since there is complete diversity of citizenship between the
plaintiff and these defendants and the amount in controversy exceeds $75,000, exclusive of
interest and costs.
The subject of this Notice of Removal of Civil Action is a Petition for Damages filed
April 15, 2015 in the 20th Judicial District Court for the Parish of East Feliciana, State of
Case 3:15-cv-00298-BAJ-SCR Document 1 05/13/15 Page 2 of 9
Louisiana, in proceedings entitled "Judy Rideaux versus Ace American Insurance Company,
Heartland Express, Inc. and Kinchen L. Hill" Civil Suit No. 43,549B (A copy of the Petition
for Damages is attached. Exhibit "A")
The subject of the captioned lawsuit are allegations arising from a two vehicle accident
in East Baton Rouge Parish on or about April 19, 2014 involving a motor vehicle operated by
Plaintiff, Judy Rideaux and a motor vehicle operated by Defendant, Kinchen L. Hill.
The Petition for Damages is removable to this Court pursuant to 28 USC 1332, and 28
USC 1441(a) and (b) in that complete diversity of citizenship exists between the plaintiff and
all properly joined and served defendants.
Timely Removal
Made defendants, Ace American Insurance Company, Heartland Express, Inc. and
Kinchen L. Hill, allegedly were served with a Petition for Damages on April 20, 2015 and
Affidavits were filed into the state court record by Plaintiff on May 5, 2015 pertaining to
service made by the Long Arm Statute on Heartland Express, Inc. and on Kinchen Hill on April
20, 2015. (Exhibit B) ACE American Insurance Company was served on April 24, 2015.
(Exhibit C) Further, as shown by Exhibit D, a copy of May 5, 2015 correspondence from
Plaintiffs counsel to the counsel for Defendants regarding medical records of Plaintiff, which
constituted Defendants' first notice and accompanying documentation to demonstrate the
amount in controversy exceeded $75,000. Thus, since fewer than thirty (30) days have passed
since Defendants were served and/or from the date Defendants received the "other paper from
which it may first be ascertained that the case is one which is or has become removable," this
Notice of Removal is timely. 28 USC 1446(b)(3). Further, less than one year has lapsed since
the date suit was filed. 28 USC 1446(c)(1). Moreover, no previous application for removal
has been made.
Complete Diversity
The Petition for Damages asserts Plaintiff is a resident of and domiciled in East
Feliciana Parish, Louisiana. (See Exhibit A at the Introduction of the Petition for Damages)
The Petition for Damages asserts that ACE American Insurance Company is "a foreign
insurance company." (See Exhibit A at Paragraph 1 (A)).
Through information and belief, ACE American Insurance Company is domiciled in
Pennsylvania, with its principal place of business in Philadelphia. (Exhibit E)
The Petition for Damages asserts that Heartland Express, Inc. "is a foreign corporation."
(See Exhibit A at Paragraph 1 (B) and service instruction for Heartland Express, Inc., through
the Louisiana Long Arm Statute on the last (unnumbered) page of the Petition.)
The Petition for Damages asserts that Kinchen L. Hill is "domiciled and residing in the
State of Florida." (See Exhibit A at Paragraph 1 (C) and service instruction for Kinchen L.
Hill, through the Louisiana Long Arm Statute on the last (unnumbered) page of the Petition.)
See also, Plaintiffs Affidavits attesting to service via the Louisiana Long Arm Statute
on Kitchen Hill and on Heartland Express, Inc. (Exhibit B)
Amount in Controversy
The Petition for Damages is silent as to the actual amount in controversy, though
Plaintiff alleges to have sustained severe personal injuries including but not limited o her
nervous system and other systems in her body resulting in extreme pain and suffering,
nervousness and aggravation. (Exhibit A at Paragraph 8)
Plaintiff, Judy Rideaux itemized the damages to which she claims entitlement as a result
of the accident and injury giving rise to this lawsuit, at Exhibit A, Paragraph 9:
"Past, present and future physical pain and suffering";
"Past, present and future mental pain and suffering";
"Loss of enjoyment of life";
"Past, present and future medical expenses";
"Past, present and future lost wages";
"Loss of earning capacity";
"Hedonic damages";
Under the facts alleged in the Petition for Damages, the injuries asserted by Plaintiff,
Judy Rideaux, potentially could result in medical bills and general damages that could exceed
Irrespective of the damages alleged in the Petition for Damages, the Petition for
Damages did not comply with the provisions of LA CCP 893, which requires that "if a specific
amount of damages is necessary to establish... the lack of jurisdiction of a federal courts due to
insufficiency of damages, or for other purposes, a general allegation that the claim exceeds or is
less than the requisite amount is required."
The removing party typically must establish by a preponderance of the evidence that the
amount in controversy exceed $75,000. Grant v. Chevron Phillips Chem. Co., L.P., 209 F. 3d
864, 868 (5th Cir. 2002), cert, denied, 538 U S. 945 (2003). When the petition is unclear as to
the total amount claimed, the removing defendant is entitled to set forth facts demonstrating
that the claim exceeds $75,000. St. Paul Reins. Co., Ltd. v. Greenberg, 134 F. 3d 1250 (5th Cir.
Accordingly, on April 30 2015, undersigned counsel wrote to Plaintiffs' counsel to
advise of the deficiency in the Petition for Damages and referenced a draft of pleadings that
could be filed in state court, as well as enclosing an Irrevocable Stipulation as to Amount in
Controversy, wherein Plaintiff was requested to stipulate whether the amount in controversy,
exclusive of interest and costs, exceeds $75,000. (Exhibit F)
During a telephone conference on May 4, 2015 with undersigned counsel, counsel for
Plaintiff confirmed that Plaintiff was unwilling to stipulate that the amount in controversy,
exclusive of interest and costs, did not exceed $75,000, which position of Plaintiff was
confirmed by electronic mail. (Exhibit G)
Further, consistent with Plaintiffs representation during the telephone conference.
Plaintiff did not respond with an executed stipulation, as had been requested in the
correspondence of April 30, 2015.
The medical records provided on May 5, 2015 by Plaintiff include medical records from
Baton Rouge Family Medical Center, Kleinpeter Physical Therapy and Baton Rouge
Orthopaedic for treatment of symptoms of pain to Plaintiffs bilateral ankles, bilateral shins,
left hip pain with radiculopathy, bilateral wrist and hand pain, and neck pain into bilateral
upper trapezius muscles. The medical treatment demonstrated through documents produced to
date cover the period of time from April 21, 2014 through February 24, 2015, with additional
records provided related to pharmacy records from Walgreens and Wal-Mart.
As demonstrated above, this Court has original jurisdiction over this action pursuant to
28 USC 1332(a) because the amount in controversy, exclusive of interest and costs, exceeds the
sum or value of $75,000 and is between citizens of different states.
Consent to Removal
Removal requires the unanimous consent of all defendants. 28 USC 1446(b)(2)(A). All
Defendant parties, ACE American Insurance Company, Heartland Express, Inc. and Kinchen L.
Hill, all consent to and join in the removal of this action. (Exhibit H)
Notice to Parties and to the State Court
The state court and all parties to the state court action have been provided with notice of
this Notice of Removal of Civil Action, pursuant to 28 USC 1446(d). (Exhibit I)
Pursuant to 28 USC 1446(a), Defendants attach copies of all process, pleadings and
orders served upon Defendants in the state court action that is the subject of this Notice of
Removal of Civil Action, which includes the (1) Petition of Damages, (2) the Plaintiff s
Request for Written Notice of Assignment and Written Notice of Any Order or Judgment Made
or Rendered; (3) Civil Case Information Sheet; (4) Citation reflecting the return of Service on
Ace American Insurance Company; (5) Affidavit reflecting service through the Louisiana Long
Arm Statute on Kinchen L. Hill; and (6) Affidavit reflecting service through the Louisiana
Long Arm Statute on Heartland Express, Inc.; (collectively. Exhibit J, but each scanned and
numbered separately 1-6 in compliance with the United States District Court for the Middle
District of Louisiana Administrative Procedures for Filing Electronic Documents for Civil and
Criminal Cases, rev'd May 2015, See, I.(B) General Filing Information, #4 ).
WHEREFORE, Defendants pray that this action be removed from the Twentieth
Judicial District Court, Parish of East Feliciana to the United States District Court for the
Middle District of Louisiana and proceed therein.


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HAPPY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL AT THE CFZ
CFZ ANNUAL REPORT 2016
2016 Annual Report for the Centre for Fortean Zoology
2016 has been a long and strange year for us all. And it is one which I am very pleased to say will soon be in the past. I am not superstitious enough to believe that just because we shall pass through an arbitrary barrier between December the 31st 2016 and January the 1st 2017 (man-made labels which have no real bearing upon the workings of the universe) that anything will necessarily change. However, a new year, for many people is a time for new hope and new beginnings, and – because we are essentially an optimistic species - I am going to suspend cynicism and disbelief and indulge in a game of 'let's pretend' and look forward to an exciting new year whilst taking stock of the events of the year just gone.
The year started inauspiciously with the death of David Bowie, but a few weeks later, Richard Freeman flew out to Australia to liaise with our friend and colleague Mike Williams of CFZ Australia for the latest in our series of expeditions to Tasmania in search of the Thylacine.
Richard has written up a detailed account of the expedition which can be read here: http://cfzresources.com/publishing/animals-men/
Richard will be returning to Tasmania in January 2017, and he has produced the following expedition profile:
"In January of 2017 Mike Williams of CFZ Australia and Richard Freeman will be returning to Tasmania as part of the on-going search for the Tasmanian wolf. The expedition will follow an exciting new lead in the north east of the island as well as returning to an area of central Tasmania that has produced many recent reports.
Using new equipment, the team hope to get film of the thylacine and/or hair/or droppings for analysis. We are hoping to again join forces with former logger and thylacine witness Jo Booth".
This is not the only expedition plan for 2017; 9 years after their last trip, the CFZ expeditionary Force are returning to Russia:
"Back in 2008 the CFZ took a major expedition into the Caucasus Mountains in search of the almasty. Now we are returning. A group of researchers from England including Chris Clark, Dave Archer, Richard Freeman, Jon Hare and Jackie Tonks will be teaming up with Ukrainian researchers Grigory Panchenko and Anatoly Sarendenko in a new search for the hominin in Karbadino Balkaria.
Set for late July 2017, the trip will return to the area surveyed in 2008 as well as moving into fresh zones. We also hope to secure a tooth from the skull of Kwhit, a possible human/almasty hybrid who died in the 1950s".
For various reasons 2016 has not been a particularly prolific year for CFZ Publishing. Unfortunately, the current economic climate has meant that people, who only a few years ago were able to work pretty much full time as CFZ volunteers, are now forced into gainful employment, including me, I'm afraid. However, we have still produced 6 books, 3 hard copy magazines, a double issue of our Journal which will appear in hard copy next year, the latest issue of our peer reviewed journal which is edited by Dr. Karl Shuker and 12 monthly newsletters. This is in addition to editing a weekly magazine for Gonzo Multimedia, and doing various other products for them.
I am proud of what we have achieved, but with the advent of my new assistant Chloe Gray, I am confident that our productivity will go up in 2017.
My previous assistant left in February, and although Chloe joined in July, it took a couple of months to train her up, but I am very glad to say that she is shaping up very well indeed.
To clarify the situation with regard to Animals & Men, there have been two ordinary digital issues produced this year, together with a bumper double issue which came out just before Christmas. The first two of these have also been issued both as hard copies and as kindle e-books, and the double issue will be issued likewise in the spring. However, we also produced a hard copy of Animals and Men #55, the digital issue of which was produced at the end of 2015.
We changed our subscription model, and by inference, our membership policy in January 2015. We no longer have our Journal available by subscription. Instead, we issue it digitally free to read online, and then it is available to purchase in hard copy and kindle E-book a few months later. When we stopped producing A&M via the old subscription model we were having something in the region of 170 readers for each issue. Now, audited figures show a readership of about 15,000 for each issue, something of which I am very proud.
We produced the following books this year:
PUBLICATIONS - Books
'The Hidden Folk' by S.D.Tucker
Fairies were genuinely believed in right the way across Europe in the not-too-distant past, and not only by little girls. For many adults, fairies were a part of everyday reality, and accounts of their alleged interaction with the world of humans are legion. But, when the 'realm of faery' did intrude upon our own, how did its inhabitants make their presence known? Apparently, they did so in a variety of different ways; by rapping, tapping and making loud noises around a person's home, by throwing pebbles about, by setting fires, moving furniture, breaking plates and speaking from out of thin air itself. In other words, then, they acted just like poltergeists are often said to do today.
This is an extraordinary Fortean Treatise from the author of our highly-acclaimed book about the Tokoloshe. We have another book by him in preparation, and will be releasing more details next year.
The Centre for Fortean Zoology Yearbook 2016
British Wombats and related cryptozoology by Richard Muirhead
Fire Beasts, Lightning Beasts, and the Elephant of Tiahunaco - Investigating a Crypto- Archaeological anomaly by Dr Karl Shuker
Monsters and Cryptids of Classical Myth by Ronan Coghlan
Tiny Snakes and Giant Worms in Hong Kong by Jonathan Downes
A note on Giant Earthworms by Jonathan Downes
Crocodile Cults; The worship, mythology and folklore of crocodilians by Richard Freeman
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Note on the Pterodactyl Tribe considered as Giant Bats by Edward Newman (1843)
Is the Yowie an Australian Immigrant? By Tony Lucas
Orang Pendek in the Dutch Press by Loes Modderman
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Water Beings in Shetland Folklore as remembered by Shetlanders in British Columbia by J A Teit (1918)
FIELD REPORT 16.4.16 Was the Pershore Roe Deer Carcass Really Predated by a Large Unknown Felid? by Carl Marshall
Mystery Animals of Arizona by David Weatherly and Richard Muirhead
On the 2016 "Chupacabras" carcasses from The Ukraine
Mystery animals in classic British pulp fiction by Jonathan Downes
CLASSIC CRYPTOFICTION: The Lake of the Devil by Edgar Wallace
2015: a Year in the life of the CFZ
Tales of the Damned - An Anthology of Fortean Horror – edited by Richard Freeman
Here we have a book unique in the annals of horror literature. This is a book where the stories are penned, mostly, by Fortean researchers. For those who are unfamiliar with the term, 'Fortean' refers to the works of Charles Hoy Fort (August 6, 1874 - May 3, 1932).
Fort was an American writer and researcher into strange phenomena. Fort collected newspaper reports of sightings of strange creatures, weird light phenomena, falls of fish and other creatures, and poltergeist outbreaks to name but a few. Fort realised that mainstream science was acting somewhat like a fundamentalist religion and that any anomalous data that did not fit into the current scientific paradigm was simply swept under the carpet. Fort called this 'damned data'.
He published his findings in four books: The Book of the Damned (1919), New Lands (1923), Lo! (1932) and Wild Talents (1932), all of which are still in print today. Fort has influenced modern research with magazines like Fortean Times, which has been recording weird happenings since 1973, and the Centre for Fortean Zoology, the world's only full time mystery animal investigation organisation. The publishing wing of the latter is responsible for this book.
INTRODUCTION: A PARADE OF THE DAMNED Richard Freeman
ARMY DREAMERS R. R. Lang
A GHOST? Lars Thomas
LADY LAKE Neil Arnold
THE DOOR IN THE FLOOR Neil Arnold
THE MILK MAN Nick Walters
YARA-MA-YAH-WHO Richard Freeman
MIKE Richard Freeman
IT WAS TIME... A Meeting with the Manananggal Dr Karl Shuker
MARY'S ANNUNCIATION Bob Trubshaw
DREAM ACRES Andy Paciorek
THE FELL FAITH Andrew McGuigan
THE RIVER UNKNOWN Tania Poole
DOWSING FOR THE DEAD Allan Watson
PILOT Chris Lambert
THE CATALOGUE Chris Lambert
THE GUARDIAN OF THE TOMB Andrew May
DR LANTERN'S OUT OF HOURS CALL Corinna Downes
MARGARITE'S BOX Corinna Downes
THE INNER RING ROAD CYCLE Phil Smith
HOME Hannah Kate
THE LAST FOOTPRINT Mark Clapham
NO RACE LIKE GNOMES Ken Shinn
VOICES FROM THE DARK Nicholas Alexander Cavazos
DON'T LET THEM IN! Kate Kelly
MISTY MOUNTAIN DROP Andy Roberts
'Muirhead's Mysteries Vol 1' by Richard Muirhead
Richard Muirhead is one of the longest standing members of the Centre for Fortean Zoology (CFZ).
When the CFZ started a daily blog in 2009, Muirhead was one of the first contributors, and over the intervening years has contributed hundreds of fascinating articles. A trained librarian, he has what Charles Fort would have called a 'wild talent'; he has a remarkable aptitude for unearthing arcane data from obscure archives.
CFZ director, Jonathan Downes, has known him for nearly half a century, and considers him to be the best researcher he has ever known. Read this, the first selection of his blog postings to be anthologised and we expect that you will agree with us.
'Here's Nessie: A Monstrous Compendium from Loch Ness' by Dr Karl Shuker
Nessie the Loch Ness monster (LNM) is not only the premier mystery beast of the United Kingdom, it also vies with the bigfoot or sasquatch as the most famous one anywhere in the world. Little wonder, therefore, that during his many years as a world-renowned cryptozoological researcher and writer, Dr Karl Shuker should have documented it and all manner of aspects relating to it in a wide range of publications.
Now, however, for the very first time and in direct response to popular demand, all of Dr Shuker's most significant but previously disparate Nessie-themed writings have finally been brought together, and in expanded, updated form whenever possible too, to yield the present LNM compendium, covering a fascinating, extremely broad spectrum of pertinent topics.
These include: a comprehensive review of the history and controversies associated with this exceedingly contentious aquatic cryptid; a diverse selection of the most – and least – plausible taxonomic identities that have been proposed for it; the closely-linked traditional Scottish folklore of kelpies and other water-horses; various Nessie-related hoaxes; an extensive survey of other Scottish freshwater loch monsters; reviews of Nessie-related material; a hitherto-unpublished LNM sighting from leading Nessie researcher and eyewitness Tim Dinsdale; Nessie in philately; the historic LNM conference staged by the International Society of Cryptozoology at Edinburgh's Royal Museum of Scotland in 1987; the enigmatic Pictish beast; a tribute in verse to Nessie; an annotated, YouTube-linked listing of Nessie-themed songs and music videos; and much more too!
Supplementing these varied subjects is an equally eclectic selection of illustrations – a dedicated Nessie gallery containing a dazzling array of spectacular full-colour LNM artwork, including a number of specially-commissioned, previously-unpublished examples, as well as a wide range of text images – plus a very comprehensive bibliography of non-fiction Nessie books, a listing of current LNM-themed websites, and a detailed index.
So, without further ado, welcome to the sometimes decidedly weird yet always totally wonderful world of Nessie - the mystifying but ever-memorable monster of Loch Ness.
'1914-1918 Woolsery and Bucks Remember', Compiled by Jane Cann and John Crossman
This last book might seem on the face of it to have nothing to do with what the CFZ do. However, we would like to place it in context. Between 2006 and 2013 the CFZ held their annual conference – the Weird Weekend – at the community centre here in the village. Sales of food and drink at these events went to village children's charities, many of them based at the school.
The CFZ has been based in Woolsery for 11 years now, and we have had a lot of help and kindness from the village as a whole. This book, produced in conjunction with Woolsery School, is our way of saying thank you now that our conference no longer raises money for the village.
"This book is a tribute to those young men from Woolsery and District in North Devon, who suddenly found themselves thrust, either by bravely volunteering or by being conscripted, into the horrors of the First World War. It was a far cry from their peaceful, but hard, rural life. Their stories are now recorded forever.
They were heroes, one and all. Some would return to the bosoms of their families, but there were some who never made it back to their homeland and loved ones, and rest forever young in those foreign fields.
In the famous words from the poem by Robert Laurence Binyon:
2016 WEIRD WEEKEND
The 17th annual Weird Weekend was held, as usual, in the third weekend of August at the Small School in Hartland, North Devon.
It was a particularly poignant one because, although it may not be the last one that we ever hold here in Devon, it is certainly the last one which will be held in the current format. My announcement of this during my keynote speech on the Sunday afternoon did, I'm afraid, overshadow the rest of the event to a certain extent, but I would hate it to detract from what was one of the nicest events that we have ever held.
The full speaker list was as follows:
Steve Ignorant: The hidden history of Punch and Judy
Jackie Tonks: My encounter with Bigfoot
Lars Thomas: The Vikings and their Monsters
Richard Freeman: The Almasty
Steve Rider: Tales from the SUFOG archive
Glen Vaudrey: The Health and Safety Beast
Alan Dearling: Futurology and free cultural spaces around the world
Julian Vayne: Chaos Magick
Music from Stargrace
Richard Freeman: Tasmania 2016 Expedition Report
Richard Muirhead: Weird Fauna: Peculiar and Rarely Observed Animal Behaviour
Matthew Watkins: Retrocausality and other reverse-time phenomena
Shoshannah McCarthy: Vampire dogs
Ronan Coghlan: Robin Hood: Origin of the legend
Jon Downes: Keynote Speech
As I have done for the last 17 years, I chose the speakers personally, not only because I thought that they would be good and the sort of thing that a Weird Weekend audience would like to witness, but because they were things I would like to see myself. Many of the speakers are personal friends of mine, and one is family, so it would be completely inappropriate to single any of them out for praise or censure (not that anybody deserves the latter). However, I would like to talk about one particular performer.
Back in 1981, like so many other young people I was politicised by Crass. Whilst I enjoyed the records, I was never particularly convinced by the politics of the Sex Pistols or The Clash. However, I had not found any social or political philosophy that made sense to me. But when I discovered Crass and their polemic of vegetarianism, anarchy, peace and freedom I was an immediate convert, and - most of the time at least - I have followed this philosophy ever since. Certainly, the CFZ, the Weird Weekend, CFZ Press and other things that I have done over the years, have been based directly on the Crass business model. Or should I say the Crass anti-business model!
And so it was particularly poignant for me that the headline speaker at what may well be the last Weird Weekend promoted by me was none other that Steve Ignorant from the very band itself.
I don't know what's going to happen next. There are going to be Weird Weekends during 2017 in Cheshire promoted by Glen Vaudrey, and Copenhagen, promoted by Lars Thomas and Margit From. I suspect that there will be others over the years, and I wouldn't be surprised if Corinna and I do something of the kind at some point in the future.
But it is the end of this particular era, and the fact that the man who shaped the philosophy on which the whole CFZ edifice was built was there with us at this historic event means more to me than I can possibly say.
I need to apologise to those of you who attended the Speaker's Dinner after the event on the Sunday evening. I sloped off without saying goodbye to anybody for two reasons. Firstly, I was overcome with emotion at what is certainly the end of an era, and secondly, there was somebody there who was annoying me badly, (no names, no packdrill) and on both counts, I felt like slipping away into the night rather than having a whole lot of emotional goodbyes. I hope you can all forgive me.
This has been a particularly unsatisfactory year regarding the CFZ menagerie. As a result of equipment failure, probably after a power outage in early December, Graham found our entire colony of Rio Cauca caecilians dead in their tank. It was a horrible shock for us all, because we had nurtured them for over ten years, and it was - as far as I am aware - the only breeding colony in the UK. We are all shocked and terribly upset. It was particularly nasty for Graham who was "very fond of the little wriggly things".
Poppy, our old cat died in the spring at the age of 17, we think after having been hit by a car. This was a particular shock to Corinna and the girls, who had known Poppy since Olivia and Shoshannah where children.
Another sad death this year was Bob the Builder, the African Nbuna cichlid who had lived in the small tank by the office door for that last 3 years. He was a particularly engaging fish, and showed more personality than almost any other fish I have known. Also, we are sad to say it, that Oscar (an imaginatively named oscar cichlid) who had lived in the big tank in the office also died this year.
Because Graham and his various assistants have been working pretty much solidly all year on getting my house in Exeter habitable, after the previous tenants wrecked it, a lot of work has stacked up here at the CFZ. We will not be getting anymore animals, except for urgent rescue cases, until Graham and his assistant Peter have carried out the necessary repair work, and Julia and Mother have done some painting, scrubbing and cleaning.
The CFZ menagerie is fairly insignificant at the moment, but we will be rebuilding sooner rather than later. At least one new pond is in the planning stage, as well as major refreshments to the museum and conservatory.
Things have changed massively since I started the CFZ 25 years ago. Firstly, of course, we are much larger than I had ever imagined we would be. This is very gratifying, and I think that we are, and have been for many years, the biggest and best cryptozoological research group in the English-speaking world, and I sincerely hope we will continue to expand next year in what will be our quarter century.
However, things have not only changed for the good. Economic reforms in the UK, and the United States, both by this and previous governments have hit hard, and many people who had previously been able to work voluntarily for us have now been forced into gainful employment and so, whereas once I had 4 or 5 people working pretty much full time on the CFZ, now even I have been forced into finding work. As many of you would have noticed, I am working part-time for my old friend Rob at Gonzo Multimedia. Whilst on the subject, various people have commented online that the reason that our output has dropped off in recent years is that I now concentrate on a weekly music magazine rather than on cryptozoology. This is technically true, but only because I get paid for doing the music magazine, and that, therefore pays for the mortgage. I am as interested in cryptozoology now as I ever have been, and it is my sincere hope that, during the forthcoming year, I will be able to get more volunteers to become involved.
At the moment, I would not be able to do what I do without the support of my lovely wife, and my assistant Chloe. I would also like to thank Dr. Andrew May, Richard Muirhead and Ronan Coghlan, who all work diligently for the cause.
Reading back over what I have written, it does seem like a spectacularly depressing report. But there is a lot to be positive about. It is a matter of adjusting to the changes in society rather than getting hidebound into a model which had become obsolete. Together we can make this happen.
Blessings on you and your families at this time, whatever deity you believe in.
Jon Downes
BIGFOOT NEWS IN BRIEF:
Possible Bigfoot Caught On Camera Leaving Area
Bigfoot Evidence
From Paranormal Central comes a new series of photos that shows an apparent bigfoot retreating from the area just a few yards from the team ...
Family Shot And Buried Bigfoot
A family had a Sasquatch getting aggressive looking in the windows causing trauma to the children. The family ended up tracking the Bigfoot down ...
Midwest Bigfoot - The Last Hurrah
The final video episode in the Midwest Bigfoot series. I kayak into the Mercer Bayou, discover some of the flora and fauna, then we go onward to the ...
Bigfoot Spotted In The UK
A bigfoot is seen by an entire family as they drive home from a Christmas party near Nottingham in England. An error occurred. Try watching this video ...
Two Groups Of People Observe Bigfoot In The Uinta Mountains
Two bigfoot sightings in a month. One by two couples the other by 2 men & 6 boys. Combined observations of 14 minutes in the Uinta Mountains of ...
THE GONZO BLOG DOO-DAH MAN ON CHRISTMAS EVE
For some people, Christmas is a lonely and horrible time. I tried to kill myself on the day before Christmas Eve sixteen years ago, and seven years later another family member was more succesful. For what it is worth, both the CFZ and Gonzo blogs will continue each day over what is euphemistically known as the 'Festive Season', and if there is anyone in the Gonzo or CFZ extended families reading this who is alone and needs to talk, we shall be here.
NIF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SUCH THINGS: The CFZ Annu...
http://gonzo-multimedia.blogspot.co.uk/2016/12/if-you-are-interested-in-such-things.html
Dalai Lama Extended And Open Interview With Piers ...
http://gonzo-multimedia.blogspot.co.uk/2016/12/dalai-lama-extended-and-open-interview.html
Wishing you all a Very Happy Christmas
http://gonzo-multimedia.blogspot.co.uk/2016/12/wishing-you-all-very-happy-christmas.html
THE GONZO TRACK OF THE DAY: I Believe In Father C...
http://gonzo-multimedia.blogspot.co.uk/2016/12/the-gonzo-track-of-day-i-believe-in.html
Gonzo Magazine #213-4
THE SUPER DUPER YULE DOUBLE ISSUE
In this bumper holiday issue, Doug goes to see ARW (Anderson, Rabin and Wakeman) in words and pictures, Jeremy goes to see Jimbob late of Carter USM, Alan enthuses over the Bollywood Brass Band, Jon rails about Nostradamus and presents his top ten records of the year. We also meet the mighty Sensorium Girliebox, Tony Henderson has more Pink Fairies sculptures, there is a competition to win ARW tickets, and Doug, Alan and John make some surprising choices when writing about festive music. And, yes, Corinna tells a story.
And there are radio shows from Strange Fruit, Mack Maloney, and Friday Night Progressive, whilst Canterbury Sans Frontieres is back 'cos there was a full moon last week. We also have columns from all sorts of folk including Roy Weard, Mr Biffo, Neil Nixon and the irrepressible Corinna. There is also a collection of more news, reviews, views, interviews and pademelons outside zoos (OK, nothing to do with small marsupials who have escaped from captivity, but I got carried away with things that rhymed with OOOOS) than you can shake a stick at. And the best part is IT's ABSOLUTELY FREE!!!
Sensorium Girliebox, David Bowie, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Kula Shaker, The Divine Comedy, Shirley Collins, The Rolling Stones, Black Angel Drifter, Radiohead, Sexwitch, Leonard Cohen, Chic, Thom Yorke, Mick Jagger, CeeLo, David Bowie, Marillion, Elton John, Yes, Strange Harvest, Friday Night Progressive, Canterbury sans Frontieres, Mack Maloney's Mystery Hour, Robert Alan "Bob" Krasnow, Bunny Tekokiri Miha Wahi Walters, Elizabeth Taylor Pecanins, Barrelhouse Chuck, Mark Fisher, James Ellsworth "Jim" Lowe, Lionel Blue, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Henry Judah Heimlich, Spirits Burning and Clearlight, Vangelis, Al Atkins, Atomic Rooster, Rick Wakeman, Martin Stephenson and The Daintees, Archie Fisher & Barbara Dickson, The Pink Fairies, Tony Henderson, ARW, Alan Dearling, Gary Glitter, John Brodie-Good, Gary Duncan's Quicksilver, Lindisfarne, Lemmy, Bollywood Brass Band, Jeremy Smith, Jim Bob, Chris T-T, Mr Biffo, Roy Weard, Hawkwind, Xtul, Martin Springett, Muse, Prince, John Entwistle, The Beatles, Connie Converse
Read the previous few issues of Gonzo Weekly:
Issue 211 (Phil Collins)
Issue 210 (Nico)
Pet sounds: why birds have much in common with hum...
Thousands of snow geese die in Montana after landi...
Arab sheikhs banned from bustard hunts by Pakistan...
Feathered fathers and mothers have diverse parenti...
NEWS FROM NOWHERE - Christmas Eve
ON THIS DAY IN - 1814 - The War of 1812 between the U.S. and Britain was ended with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent in Belgium.
The Emperor's new coats: History of horse coat col...
Whales in the wild: rare gem amid Thailand mass to...
Seeking freshwater pandas: Endangered freshwater s...
AND TO WHISTLE WHILE YOU WORK... (Music that may have some relevance to items also on this page, or may just reflect my mood on the day.)


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Kim Olin är en svensk författare av ungdomslitteratur. Namnet är en pseudonym.

Olin är känd för Pulverlandserien, en hårdkokt thrillerserie för ungdomar i gymnasieåldern. Samtliga böcker utspelar sig i en fiktiv förort till Stockholm, i folkmun känd som "Pulverland" på grund av den myckna knarkhandeln. I de fyra första böckerna lär läsaren känna Simon, en ung kille som hoppar av gymnasiet och dras in i organiserad brottslighet. I och med femte boken, Eko, fortsätter kampen om Pulverland med en ny huvudperson, Filip, som är med i tre böcker. Hösten 2016 kommer seriens åttonde del Hittegods vars nya huvudperson heter Marco.

Alla böcker i Pulverlandserien är utgivna på Argasso bokförlag, som specialiserar sig på lättläst litteratur för personer med lässvårigheter och svenska som andraspråk.

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Pulverlandserien
 2007 – Avhopparen
 2008 – Beskyddaren
 2009 – Checka in
 2010 – Drakens skugga
 2012 – Eko
 2013 – Förrädaren
 2014 – Gamla synder
 2016 – Hittegods

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Pukaar Magazine's Ellie Walter explores Spain's cultural capital, Madrid.
Madrid – the dangerously fun Spanish capital – offers a wealth of cultural attractions and is saturated with rich history. Often overlooked for the coastal charms of Barcelona, the capital serves up a vibrant crossroads between its historical past and its cosmopolitan present.
Situated in the heart of Spain, it more than justifies its status as capital with its breath taking architecture, abundance of gastronomic delights and its infectious appetite for hedonism and the arts.
From the landscaped parks to the elegant boulevards and cobbled plazas, Madrid exudes an effortless sense of style making it the perfect city break. The Madrileños are ready to welcome you with open arms and you'll feel inclined to join them in the sun-soaked streets clanking glasses of sangria.
The bustling Gran Vía is the street that never sleeps. By day it is a mecca for shopaholics and the glamorous decor of the multi-floor Zara and H&M will leave even the most dedicated shopper gasping with amazement.
Whilst the multitude of shops will no doubt leave your eyes feasting, be sure to look up once in a while as the street is a showcase of lavishly decorated early twentieth-century architecture. By night, it becomes home to the insatiable nightlife that Madrid is so well known for, so grab a cocktail and put on your dancing shoes!
If all this leaves you hungry for culture, then just a short walk away is the Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Reina Sofía which house some of the continent's most famous artwork, spanning the periods of Spanish masters from Goya to Picasso. Madrid prides itself as not only being the capital of Spain, but also the country's art capital and few streets in the world can offer the artistic pedigree of the Paseo del Prado.
When your feet start to give up on you, the Parque del Buen Retiro provides the perfect haven for a lazy afternoon in the sunshine. Known as the 'lungs of Madrid,' the sprawling park is a refuge of greenery littered with stunning sculpture and manicured lawns.
Retiro was originally built as a royal retreat for King Felipe IV and his family, and ever since its opening to the public in 1868, the Madrileños gather here to take strolls in the sunshine, take a rowboat out on the lake or read novels on the banks. Sit back with a café con leche and churros at one of the terrazas that surround the boating lake, and lazily watch the boaters drift peacefully by.
If food is your first love, then you have come to the right city – Madrid is a goldmine for gastronomy. A particular highlight is one of the capital's oldest and most beautiful markets, Mercado de San Miguel. The iron-and-glass market – built in 1916 – is an inviting space strewn with tables and brimming with tapas bars offering paella, cheeses, cured meats and fresh fruit to name but a few.
If that is not enough to get your taste buds tingling, the main square of the city – Plaza Mayor – is located next door and is teeming with restaurants that offer an array of culinary delights.
All that eating and drinking can make you feel like a King or Queen, so take a walk through the cobbled streets to the lavish Palacio Real. In 1734, the alcázar (castle) burnt down and the then King Felipe V, wanting to be the envy of Europe, ordered a new grandiose palace to be built. Felipe died before the palace was completed, and therefore the palace has just the 2,800 rooms – one-quarter of the original plan! 50 of the palace rooms are open for tourists and be prepared to marvel at the never-ending chandelier display and the ornate clock collection.
As dusk falls, pay a visit to the rooftop terrace at Círculo de Bellas Artes. Here you can unwind and take in the views of the bustling city below whilst the sun fills the sky with rich pink and orange hues. If it is a clear day, you will be able to see the mountains in the distance. If you would prefer a livelier end to the day, the trendy Malasaña district offers an eclectic mix of restaurants and bars drawing in diverse crowds. Malasaña oozes quirky charm and if you enjoy barhopping and something different, then this is the spot for you.
No trip to Madrid would be complete without visiting the legendary Santiago Bernabéu – the home of Real Madrid. The stadium offers self-guided tours where you can go up into the stands for a panoramic view of the stadium, visit the presidential box, press room, dressing rooms, the players' tunnel and even touch the hallowed turf. But beware, if you think Madrid is solely full of Real Madrid fans, then think again – there is a bitter rivalry between Los Blancos and Atlético Madrid. Atleti also offer a stadium tour, but better still, try and go along to a game at either stadium and join in with the olés and electric atmosphere!
Direct flights to Madrid are very regular from Birmingham Airport, only taking a couple of hours!
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As one ends and multiple others promise to begin, it is a sad truth that reflections on war will always be timely. As the recent centenary of the beginning of the First World War reminds us—there is little to celebrate in conflict, where resolutions are never equal. In On Return and What Remains the articulations of conflict by international and Australian artists share a focus on notions of survival, predominantly from the perspective of the armed forces.
The work of Richard Mosse, Harun Farocki and Baden Pailthorpe in particular emphasize the hyper reality of war zones for military personel, where the boundaries between real and virtual scenarios co mingle long after the dust settles. In MQ-9 Reaper II (That Others May Die)Pailthorpe focuses on the human manipulation of unmanned military drones. The multi-channel video is an entirely immersive and at times dizzying animation that employs military technology as political critique. With a focus on the vestiges of war Bonita Ely's large-scale sculptures are self-portraits made in response to the "shell shock" her father experienced from the Second World War. Using her childhood cot, deceased parents bed and a Singer sewing machine, Ely fashions a military watchtower and a machine gun that stand a testaments to war in the home. From a superlative selection of artists and work, Omer Fast's film Continuity is remarkable for the way it focuses on fetish and devotion to look at what it means to survive for the families of those who never return.
Pic credit: Harun Farocki, Serious Games III: Immersion , 2009.