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Young Madeline and Roark are desperately running from the shadow that destroyed their home and is threatening their lives. One day, they encounter Tatus, an older man who has sworn to avenge the death of his family at the hands of the shadow, and they form an alliance with him. Tatus promises that he can keep them safe from the shadow if they will help him build a fortress. So they build.
But as fortress-building consumes their lives, Madeline and Roark are increasingly filled with anger and fear, and an unseen evil threatens to ultimately destroy them. When they finally face the shadow, he presents them with an unthinkable offer that will reveal shocking secrets of the forgotten past, the unseen present, and the unimaginable future.
We've all had the feeling that something's not quite right with our lives. It's bigger than any specific failure or disappointment. It's bigger than any person. No matter what you achieve or how much you drink or sleep, you can't shake it. It haunts you—night and day—and propels you to do something. So you build. You build and build the maze that is your exhausting life. Sound vaguely familiar?
The Seed: A True Myth is a journey into the personal labyrinths we create to protect ourselves and those we love from the pain of living in a broken world. Guzman's "true myth" takes the reader on an unforgettable journey that is, in essence, the grand narrative of God's redemptive work in the world. This page-turning Christian fantasy tale is packed with mystery and drama, and readers will feel the weight and power of redemption as they journey alongside Guzman's characters in their epic battle. The Seed deftly communicates the heart of Trinitarian theology through story—without using theological language or Christian terms—and reinforces biblical themes such as God's character and man's true identity and calling.
Erik Guzman, MBA, is VP of Communications and Executive Producer at Key Life Network, cohost of the nationally syndicated talk show Steve Brown, Etc., announcer for Key Life, and his writing has been featured in magazines and online. He is also a 5th degree black belt in Aikido and a Lay Eucharistic Minister. Erik, his wife, and three children live near Orlando, Florida.
"It's rare, but sometimes one reads a book that is so absorbing that one can't put it down, so filled with truth that one can never 'un-see' it, and so profound that one will never forget it. The Seed is that kind of book. The 'experience' of reading The Seed will haunt me the rest of my life. I don't even have the words to describe that 'experience.' Experience it for yourself and then give this book to everyone you know."
Steve Brown, Author; Key Life radio broadcaster
"There are not adequate words to convey the beauty of this extraordinary journey. Erik has taken the journey, and tells the Story in a way that will awaken your imagination for it and reignite your desire for union and communion with Love—for life without end in the Love Fractal. The Seed will grow on you and in you as you read."
Chuck DeGroat, PhD, Associate Professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling and Senior Fellow, Newbigin House of Studies; author of Wholeheartedness, Toughest People to Love, and Leaving Egypt
"There are stories that we know so well they lose their power to overwhelm, transform, warm, and enlighten us. The story of God's love for sinners is sadly one. But here, in this beautifully written fantasy, Erik Guzman has done what many writers try to do without success. He's made that old story come alive in a new, illuminating way, the way of Love. The Seedwill both remind of the old story and teach you new truth about the repeating 'pattern of Love in the world' and how we are loved, not for what we do but because we are His. Buy this book. Share it with your family."
Elyse M. Fitzpatrick, Author of Home: How Heaven and the New Earth Satisfy Our Deepest Longing
"Erik Guzman is one of the most exciting, insightful, articulate, economic, and powerful writers on the planet. I hate reading fiction but I LOVED this book."
Jim Henderson, Executive Producer of Jim Henderson Presents: William Paul Young, Author of The Shack
"In his 'true myth,' Erik Guzman brilliantly tells all of our stories. Allow yourself the disorienting and reorienting experience of going backward to find the seed and discover all the unlikely places Love has been growing in between the empty, pain-filled, and cynical places in our hearts. No other story has invited me like The Seed to let Love find me, no matter how terrifying and startling, and then to let Love grow within and remake me."
Sharon Hersh, Professional counselor; adjunct professor; speaker; author of several books, including The Last Addiction: Why Self-Help Is Not Enough
"The Seed captures your attention and sizzles with fun and brave theological vitality. You don't know why yet, but it doesn't get any better than life in the Love Fractal. This story will lead you to explore the contours of what it means to hear God say, 'I love you because you are mine.'
Justin S. Holcomb, Episcopal priest; seminary professor; author of On the Grace of God and God Made All of Me
"Imagine hearing a brand-new version of your favorite classic song. You recognize the familiar melody immediately, even though the arrangement is new, the instrumentation original, the phrasing fresh. You smile. You have always loved this song, and now, thanks to the artist, you love it even more. Now open this book. If you're like me, you will find yourself smiling over and over again."
Nate Larkin, Founder of the Samson Society; author of Samson and the Pirate Monks: Calling Men to Authentic Brotherhood
"Why are we in so much pain? Why do we hurt each other? How is it that we've become so disconnected from the divine, ourselves, nature, and each other? In vivid parabolic storytelling, Erik Guzman channels George MacDonald and J. R. R. Tolkien in The Seed: A True Myth. Mysterious dragons, dark forests, living trees, and love fractals greet us as Erik lures us on a path where allegory meets biography. Highly recommended!"
Mike Morrell, Founder, the Speakeasy network; writer
"The Inklings taught us that we need good stories and Guzman has given us one here. Men build with bricks to keep safe, and despair is met with Love. At each turn of this book we meet truth breathed through myth—the biblical story perceived through a vivid imagination. The geek in me loved every minute."
Ryan M. Reeves, MDiv, MA, PhD, Dean & Assistant Professor of Historical Theology, Gordon-Conwell
"I am undone. I just finished The Seed: A True Myth and I can't stop weeping. What a hope-building, eternity-embracing, eye-lifting, heart-exploding book. I am so grateful for Erik's work. Truly. I can't remember the last time a Christian book moved me in this way. You will not be disappointed."
Jessica Thompson, Speaker; author of Everyday Grace: Infusing All of Your Relationships with the Love of Jesus
"Along with Brennan Manning, Henri Nouwen, and C. S. Lewis, Erik Guzman has managed to write in such a way that the unconditional love of God is experienced through man's words. I have been profoundly affected by this True Myth."
Zach Van Dyke, Teaching Minister at Summit Church, Orlando, FL
"A colorful, right-brained feast that satisfies the soul and stimulates the imagination."
Frank Viola, Author; speaker; blogger at frankviola.org
"In a religious tradition frequently marked by walls, divisions, and differences, The Seed provides a grand story of spiritual journey—one that is interwoven with all times, places, and beings, and where every action is completed with redemption. A beautiful and compelling book."
David Wimbish, Vocalist in the Collection
"You've never read anything like Erik Guzman's The Seed—an ambitious, beautifully written yarn that skirts the line between allegory, fantasy, and myth in extremely inventive fashion. He has somehow managed to capture a great deal of the wonder and weirdness, urgency and beauty, of the biblical material that inspired it—a major breath of fresh air, in other words. No matter how well you think you know the 'old, old story,' no matter how high or labyrinthine your inner walls have grown, this is truly a tale that will 'take you by the tail' and not let go! You've been warned."
David Zahl, Editor of The Mockingbird Blog; author of A Mess of Help: From the Crucified Soul of Rock n Roll
"Erik Guzman's retelling of the Bible's story of creation and redemption bears fascinating elements of Carl Jung, C. S. Lewis, and the Brothers Grimm. If you don't blink you can even spot Ayn Rand and Jack Kerouac. In short, there's something for everyone in this tale that takes you from the Garden of Eden to the City of God. It's a wild ride from start to finish, and you'll never be bored. Here's to the Love Fractal!"
Paul Zahl, Episcopal minister and theologian
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The book has incredible visuals weaved into the storyline
Published by The Talbert Report on 07 08 2016
The plot in this book is so thick and twisty, that I really didn't know who to trust. The book has incredible visuals weaved into the storyline, but I was also a bit confused at times with some of the characters. By the end of the book I was really able to see how every character and action was weaving together to create the story.
The Seed is complex, yet easy to read, smaller book.
Published by Through the Open Window on 07 05 2016
The Seed is complex, yet easy to read, smaller book. The storyline moves at a good pace and the characters are well fleshed. They are deep and dramatic, without being over-characterized as sometimes happens. I enjoyed the understory of God's love and redemption that unfolds within the overall story. Great allegory.
The Seed" is one of the most mesmerizing books that I have picked up in quite some time
Published by Our Perfectly Imperfect Life! on 07 04 2016
"The Seed" is one of the most mesmerizing books that I have picked up in quite some time (and I read a lot of books).
It may very well be a story that ignites some in seeking God's words.
Published by Just Commonly on 06 30 2016
In all, a story that provides rich images of Biblical stories and underlying truth of man's sin, God's love and redemption. It may very well be a story that ignites some in seeking God's words.
I was not disappointed! This is definitely a book I would recommend to others.
Published by Reflections: Inspiring people to be more on 06 30 2016
I want to preface my review by stating, I don't usually read "fiction" books anymore. And quite honestly at first glance of this book I was tempted to pass by it like I generally do so many others in this genre. However, I managed to look at it just long enough to see the description of this book and felt drawn to read it. I was not disappointed! This is definitely a book I would recommend to others. Regardless of if you read "fiction" books or non-fiction books this book is great. From the start of the book Guzman does an excellent job of drawing the reader into the story. Guzman wrote this book in such a captivating manner. I generally do a lot of reading but I was so drawn into the story of this book that I finished it in less than 2 days…
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Q: Best Panel to use to display Object data with picture and text Okay, tried multiple ways an none seem to work. Tried making a ListBox.ItemTemplate, but that doesn't work too good as I can't get the items to stack horizontally!
Basically, I have got a Collection of Object instances with data inside, such as First and Last Name. Now I want to have a List Control which will use this Collection to display the information in the following format.
100 x 100 background image, label docked to bottom of image with the name in.
Example:

The background image URL is in the Object Instance, and so is the name.
My current code, doesn't work due to only stacking vertically, at this instance I also don't need to be able to select the items as it's for display purposes only.
<ListBox ItemsSource="{Binding Logged, UpdateSourceTrigger=PropertyChanged}" Style="{StaticResource Users}">
    <ListBox.ItemTemplate>
        <DataTemplate>
            <DockPanel Width="100" Height="100">
                <DockPanel.Background>
                    <ImageBrush ImageSource="{Binding ThumbLoc}" />
                </DockPanel.Background>
                <Label>
                    <Label.Content>
                        <TextBlock>
                            <TextBlock.Text>
                                <MultiBinding StringFormat="{}{0} {1}">
                                    <Binding Path="FirstName" />
                                    <Binding Path="LastName" />
                                </MultiBinding>
                            </TextBlock.Text>
                        </TextBlock>
                    </Label.Content>
                </Label>
            </DockPanel>
        </DataTemplate>
    </ListBox.ItemTemplate>
</ListBox>

May as well give you my Object Class and the declaration of one of the instances:
//Logged in users class
public class User
{
    public string ID { get; set; }
    public string FirstName { get; set; }
    public string LastName { get; set; }
    public string Email { get; set; }
    public Int16 Permissions { get; set; }
    public string ThumbLoc { get; set; }
}

Declaration:
//User logged in, add data to user object
user.Email = "email@gmail.com";
user.FirstName = "John";
user.LastName = "Johnson";
user.ID = "01";
user.Permissions = 1;

//See if user has a thumbnail picture and save it's location
string thumbLoc = Directory.GetCurrentDirectory() +
    "\\Users\\DisplayPictures\\" +
    user.FirstName + user.LastName + ".png";

if (File.Exists(@thumbLoc))
{
    user.ThumbLoc = thumbLoc;
}
else
{
    user.ThumbLoc = Directory.GetCurrentDirectory() + "\\Users\\DisplayPictures\\user.png";
}

Best way to do this?

A: I think you can try this.
I was going to sleep that's why I can't help you more. I think you can handle the rest. :)
You can use ListView Resources for DataTemplates with Bindings.
<ListView x:Name="lst">
        <ListView.Resources>
            <DataTemplate DataType="{x:Type loc:User }">
                <StackPanel Orientation="Vertical">
                    <Image Source="{Binding Path=ThumbLoc}"  Width="100" Height="100" ></Image>
                    <Label Width="100" Content="{Binding Path=Name}" VerticalAlignment="Stretch" Background="Black" VerticalContentAlignment="Center" Foreground="White"></Label>
                </StackPanel>
            </DataTemplate>
        </ListView.Resources>
    </ListView>

Create new ListViewItem to add items on that ListView.
ListViewItem lw = new ListViewItem();
lw.Content = YOURCLASSWILLCOMEHERE.
lst.Items.Add(lw);

Using ListView, makes your items selectable, clickable, doubleclickable, dragable etc...

A:
I also don't need to be able to select the items as it's for display
  purposes only.

Instead of using ListBox, use ItemsControl which doesn't support selection of objects.

My current code, doesn't work due to only stacking vertically.

Set ItemsPanel to WrapPanel with Orientation set to Horizontal to stack items horiontally.
<ItemsControl ItemsSource="{Binding Logged}"
              Style="{StaticResource Users}">
    <ItemsControl.ItemsPanel>
        <ItemsPanelTemplate>
            <WrapPanel Orientation="Horizontal"/>
        </ItemsPanelTemplate>
    </ItemsControl.ItemsPanel>
    <ItemsControl.ItemTemplate>
        <DataTemplate>
            <DockPanel Margin="4,0,0,0" Width="100" Height="100">
                <DockPanel.Background>
                    <ImageBrush ImageSource="{Binding ThumbLoc}" />
                </DockPanel.Background>
                <Label>
                    <Label.Content>
                        <TextBlock>
                           <TextBlock.Text>
                              <MultiBinding StringFormat="{}{0} {1}">
                                 <Binding Path="FirstName" />
                                 <Binding Path="LastName" />
                              </MultiBinding>
                           </TextBlock.Text>
                        </TextBlock>
                    </Label.Content>
                </Label>
            </DockPanel>
        </DataTemplate>
    </ItemsControl.ItemTemplate>
</ItemsControl>

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Millennials are right to be angry about their schooling. Even the perpetrators see some of the damage they're doing.
"Escalating achievement pressure is not healthy for our youth," says Kedra Ishop, an associate vice president for enrollment at the University of Michigan. "Young people are suffering from higher rates of depression, anxiety, and substance abuse as they juggle the demands of their lives," she told Reuters.
The good news for stressed-out college-bound teens is that passion is easier to fake. The bad news is that doing so can cause more long-term damage than test anxiety or the ordeal of the application process.
The Turning the Tide proposal emphasizes passionate involvement in social causes specifically — which will come with its own bundle of troubles as colleges recruit fewer bookworms and more Internet warriors — but pushing social justice is just the latest act in higher education's ongoing passion play.
Thirty years ago, my teenage peers and I were being advised to pack our college applications with extracurricular activities: club memberships, "leadership roles," and personal projects. Colleges, we were told, wanted "well-rounded applicants." If we already had stellar grades and solid test scores, these extracurriculars would help set us apart from the competition, and if we showed any particular weakness in a subject or skill, the extra undertakings might help to round out those rough edges.
Twenty-first-century teens are now being told the opposite.
In "Top 10 Myths of College Admissions," assembled for the Washington Post by Steve Cohen, co-author of The Zinch Guide to College Admissions, Myth #1 is that colleges want well-rounded applicants.
I'm talking about … unbridled enthusiasm, our willingness to pounce on what's in front of us with the full measure of our zeal, the "bundle of energy" that our teachers and bosses have assured us is our most important asset.
Passion is emotional. It burns hot, and it can burn out. Perpetually passionate people move on to the next apparent passion. By itself that fervor won't foster anything sustainable. For long-term success, something very different is needed. Holiday calls it purpose. The example he offers illustrates yet another P-word: persistence.
Thomas Edison once explained that, in inventing, "the first step is an intuition — and comes with a burst — then difficulties arise." What set Edison apart from other inventors was tolerance for these difficulties, his willingness to tackle the kinds of problems that are endemic to the process — not exceptions to it — and the steady dedication with which he applied himself towards solving them.
If there is a productive form of passion, it is not the inspiring kind. It is the slow-burning sort that sustains an Edison through the arduous 99 percent of the process. Maybe Edison had passion, but Holiday's purpose seems better suited to describe whatever it is that fuels that level of persistence.
"Purpose" and "persistence" are not the words that admissions departments emphasize, however.
Notice that Hefferman employs economic concepts such as hidden costs and crowding out. She's right to imply that the passion surplus is an economic phenomenon, but she could have taken her analysis further. While she recognizes that the "parental obsession with passion is encouraged by the college admissions process," she does not discuss the purse strings behind that process.
We're so used to the current state of higher education that we take it as natural, rarely questioning the forces that have shaped the education industry and the preparations required for matriculation. But if you think of the university system's product as learning, or its service as teaching, then it should seem puzzling that the customers have to jump through so many hoops to acquire the goods they want.
Where else do we see would-be buyers having to compete in so many not-directly-financial ways to acquire the goods or services they seek? City housing? Socialized medicine? Employment? In each case, government interventions keep prices inflexible, supply limited, or demand artificially stimulated.
In the market for education, supply is constricted by the cartelizing process of accreditation; demand is exaggerated through tax-subsidized tuitions and a government-managed financial-aid and student-loan system. As a result, there are too many students chasing too few institutions, and while tuitions may be rising, the money price of a university education cannot play the same role as prices do in less hampered markets: it cannot attract new competition on the supply side of schooling, which would then bring down those prices; it is not yet causing enough customers to seek substitutes, thereby putting pressure on suppliers to offer real alternatives that may better fit students' differing needs. Instead, universities offer a standardized product, and admissions offices require applicants to compete in ever more nonmonetary ways.
When too many applicants had good grades, we had to start competing on our well-roundedness. Once everyone filled their applications with extracurriculars, admissions offices had to find some other criterion for selecting the few from the many. If the passion glut continues, we should expect to see either new criteria or newly specific variations on the old ones: that is why admissions departments are about to replace the push for passion in general with a more precise passion for social activism.
Complicating the economics of education even further is confusion on what exactly counts as the product.
In "Yes, Students Are Customers, but..." economist Steve Horwitz and special education teacher Kevin Currie-Knight suggest that one problem with modern education is that buyers and sellers don't agree on what is being bought or sold. Producers may think they're selling knowledge and skills, while consumers believe they are buying the diploma, a signal to future employers that a graduate is worth hiring.
Brian Caplan, author of the forthcoming book The Case Against Education, believes that 30–80 percent of the value of a liberal arts education is in precisely such "signaling," rather than the intrinsic value of what students study or teachers teach. The irony of the college application process, then, is that applicants are generating fake passions as an empty signal of their worthiness to an institution that will provide not skills or training so much as yet more signals to some other institution later in the student's life.
As we pursue the signaling value of more and more passion, we achieve less and less substance. It's not just that the passion signaling is empty; it's that premature passions discourage the mature variety, the kind that looks more like purpose. While we're trying to burn hot for the pursuit we've convinced ourselves we're the most passionate about, we're doing less experimenting and are therefore less likely to find the right fit. It's like marrying the first classmate you kissed and missing out on the deeper adult relationship you would otherwise have found later. Some know their true love before they're 20, but most of us need more time. A government cartelized and subsidized industry telling us to settle down as soon as possible is a formula for waste and heartbreak.
Will an ongoing surfeit of pseudo-passion produce a new lost generation, a population of searchers unable to settle deeply into the interests or jobs or relationships that require patience, persistence, and a sense of thoughtful openness? Today's teens may prove more resilient than that, at least in the long run. But in the short term, there's a rude awakening for those who are fooled by the admissions process. Passion may get you into college, but it won't get you through it. Passion might get you a job, but it won't help you succeed in it.
The alternative is not a return to the well-rounded applicant or the straight-A student. It's a system without any central plan or government funding, where both the supply of and demand for learning are left to find their own balance. Until that happens, young millennials may need to withdraw their consent individually, step off the passion treadmill, and seek educational options that do less damage.


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Q: Linear Regression Channel Plotting Option I am using "Linear Regression Channel" as one of my overlays, and I am using all the overlays integrated in one single pine-script. Now, I need to add an option in the "Linear Regression Channel" to plot it or not, so the I can turn it on and off as I require. I think it can be done using input.bool function in pine-script. But I can't figure out on which line I should add the option. My code is as follows -
//Linear Regression Channel

src = input(defval = close, title = "Source")
len = input.int(defval = 100, title = "Length", minval = 10)
devlen = input.float(defval = 2., title = "Deviation", minval = 0.1, step = 0.1)
lrcPlot = input.bool(title = "Plot LRC?", defval=false)
extendit = input(defval = true, title = "Extend Lines")
showfibo = input(defval = false, title = "Show Fibonacci Levels")
showbroken = input(defval = false, title = "Show Broken Channel", inline = "brk")
brokencol = input(defval = color.blue, title = "", inline = "brk")
upcol = input(defval = color.lime, title = "Up/Down Trend Colors", inline = "trcols")
dncol = input(defval = color.red, title = "", inline = "trcols")
widt = input(defval = 1, title = "Line Width")

var fibo_ratios = array.new_float(0)
var colors = array.new_color(2)
if barstate.isfirst
    array.unshift(colors, upcol)
    array.unshift(colors, dncol)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.236)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.382)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.618)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.786)

get_channel(src, len)=>
    mid = math.sum(src, len) / len
    slope = ta.linreg(src, len, 0) - ta.linreg(src, len, 1)
    intercept  = mid - slope * math.floor(len / 2) + ((1 - (len % 2)) / 2) * slope
    endy = intercept  + slope * (len - 1)
    dev = 0.0
    for x = 0 to len - 1
        dev := dev + math.pow(src[x] - (slope * (len - x) + intercept), 2)
    dev := math.sqrt(dev/len)
    [intercept, endy, dev, slope]

[y1_, y2_, dev, slope] = get_channel(src, len)

outofchannel = (slope > 0 and close < y2_ - dev * devlen) ? 0 : (slope < 0 and close > y2_ + dev * devlen) ? 2 : -1

var reglines = array.new_line(3)
var fibolines = array.new_line(4)
for x = 0 to 2
    if not showbroken or outofchannel != x or nz(outofchannel[1], -1) != -1
        line.delete(array.get(reglines, x))
    else
        line.set_color(array.get(reglines, x), color = brokencol)
        line.set_width(array.get(reglines, x), width = 2)
        line.set_style(array.get(reglines, x), style = line.style_dotted)
        line.set_extend(array.get(reglines, x), extend = extend.none)

    array.set(reglines, x,
              line.new(x1 = bar_index - (len - 1),
                       y1 = y1_ + dev * devlen * (x - 1),
                       x2 = bar_index,
                       y2 = y2_ + dev * devlen * (x - 1),
                       color = array.get(colors, math.round(math.max(math.sign(slope), 0))),
                       style =  x % 2 == 1 ? line.style_solid : line.style_dashed,
                       width = widt,
                       extend = extendit ? extend.right : extend.none))
if showfibo
    for x = 0 to 3
        line.delete(array.get(fibolines, x))
        array.set(fibolines, x,
                  line.new(x1 = bar_index - (len - 1),
                           y1 = y1_ - dev * devlen + dev * devlen * 2 * array.get(fibo_ratios, x),
                           x2 = bar_index,
                           y2 = y2_ - dev * devlen + dev * devlen * 2 * array.get(fibo_ratios, x),
                           color = array.get(colors, math.round(math.max(math.sign(slope), 0))),
                           style =  line.style_dotted,
                           width = widt,
                           extend = extendit ? extend.right : extend.none))

var label sidelab = label.new(x = bar_index - (len - 1), y = y1_, text = "S",  size = size.large)
txt = slope > 0 ? slope > slope[1] ? "⇑" : "⇗" : slope < 0 ? slope < slope[1] ? "⇓" : "⇘" : "⇒"
stl = slope > 0 ? slope > slope[1] ? label.style_label_up : label.style_label_upper_right : slope < 0 ? slope < slope[1] ? label.style_label_down :  label.style_label_lower_right : label.style_label_right
label.set_style(sidelab, stl)
label.set_text(sidelab, txt)
label.set_x(sidelab, bar_index - (len - 1))
label.set_y(sidelab, slope > 0 ? y1_ - dev * devlen : slope < 0 ? y1_ + dev * devlen : y1_)
label.set_color(sidelab, slope > 0 ? upcol : slope < 0 ? dncol : color.blue)

alertcondition(outofchannel, title='Channel Broken', message='Channel Broken')

// direction
trendisup = math.sign(slope) != math.sign(slope[1]) and slope > 0
trendisdown = math.sign(slope) != math.sign(slope[1]) and slope < 0
alertcondition(trendisup, title='Up trend', message='Up trend')
alertcondition(trendisdown, title='Down trend', message='Down trend')

Please help me to resolve this. Thanks for your time. Regards.

A: You can use the input statement like plotregression=input.bool(true,"Plot Regression") and then check the input variable before plotting the lines. Example below
//@version=5
//Linear Regression Channel
indicator("test",overlay=true)
src = input(defval = close, title = "Source")
len = input.int(defval = 100, title = "Length", minval = 10)
devlen = input.float(defval = 2., title = "Deviation", minval = 0.1, step = 0.1)
lrcPlot = input.bool(title = "Plot LRC?", defval=false)
extendit = input(defval = true, title = "Extend Lines")
showfibo = input(defval = false, title = "Show Fibonacci Levels")
showbroken = input(defval = false, title = "Show Broken Channel", inline = "brk")
brokencol = input(defval = color.blue, title = "", inline = "brk")
upcol = input(defval = color.lime, title = "Up/Down Trend Colors", inline = "trcols")
dncol = input(defval = color.red, title = "", inline = "trcols")
widt = input(defval = 1, title = "Line Width")
plotregression=input.bool(true,"Plot Regression")

var fibo_ratios = array.new_float(0)
var colors = array.new_color(2)
if barstate.isfirst
    array.unshift(colors, upcol)
    array.unshift(colors, dncol)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.236)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.382)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.618)
    array.push(fibo_ratios, 0.786)

get_channel(src, len)=>
    mid = math.sum(src, len) / len
    slope = ta.linreg(src, len, 0) - ta.linreg(src, len, 1)
    intercept  = mid - slope * math.floor(len / 2) + ((1 - (len % 2)) / 2) * slope
    endy = intercept  + slope * (len - 1)
    dev = 0.0
    for x = 0 to len - 1
        dev := dev + math.pow(src[x] - (slope * (len - x) + intercept), 2)
    dev := math.sqrt(dev/len)
    [intercept, endy, dev, slope]

[y1_, y2_, dev, slope] = get_channel(src, len)

outofchannel = (slope > 0 and close < y2_ - dev * devlen) ? 0 : (slope < 0 and close > y2_ + dev * devlen) ? 2 : -1

var reglines = array.new_line(3)
var fibolines = array.new_line(4)
for x = 0 to 2
    if plotregression
        if not showbroken or outofchannel != x or nz(outofchannel[1], -1) != -1
            line.delete(array.get(reglines, x))
        else
            line.set_color(array.get(reglines, x), color = brokencol)
            line.set_width(array.get(reglines, x), width = 2)
            line.set_style(array.get(reglines, x), style = line.style_dotted)
            line.set_extend(array.get(reglines, x), extend = extend.none)

        array.set(reglines, x,
                  line.new(x1 = bar_index - (len - 1),
                           y1 = y1_ + dev * devlen * (x - 1),
                           x2 = bar_index,
                           y2 = y2_ + dev * devlen * (x - 1),
                           color = array.get(colors, math.round(math.max(math.sign(slope), 0))),
                           style =  x % 2 == 1 ? line.style_solid : line.style_dashed,
                           width = widt,
                           extend = extendit ? extend.right : extend.none))
if showfibo
    for x = 0 to 3
        line.delete(array.get(fibolines, x))
        array.set(fibolines, x,
                  line.new(x1 = bar_index - (len - 1),
                           y1 = y1_ - dev * devlen + dev * devlen * 2 * array.get(fibo_ratios, x),
                           x2 = bar_index,
                           y2 = y2_ - dev * devlen + dev * devlen * 2 * array.get(fibo_ratios, x),
                           color = array.get(colors, math.round(math.max(math.sign(slope), 0))),
                           style =  line.style_dotted,
                           width = widt,
                           extend = extendit ? extend.right : extend.none))

var label sidelab = label.new(x = bar_index - (len - 1), y = y1_, text = "S",  size = size.large)
txt = slope > 0 ? slope > slope[1] ? "⇑" : "⇗" : slope < 0 ? slope < slope[1] ? "⇓" : "⇘" : "⇒"
stl = slope > 0 ? slope > slope[1] ? label.style_label_up : label.style_label_upper_right : slope < 0 ? slope < slope[1] ? label.style_label_down :  label.style_label_lower_right : label.style_label_right
label.set_style(sidelab, stl)
label.set_text(sidelab, txt)
label.set_x(sidelab, bar_index - (len - 1))
label.set_y(sidelab, slope > 0 ? y1_ - dev * devlen : slope < 0 ? y1_ + dev * devlen : y1_)
label.set_color(sidelab, slope > 0 ? upcol : slope < 0 ? dncol : color.blue)

alertcondition(outofchannel, title='Channel Broken', message='Channel Broken')

// direction
trendisup = math.sign(slope) != math.sign(slope[1]) and slope > 0
trendisdown = math.sign(slope) != math.sign(slope[1]) and slope < 0
alertcondition(trendisup, title='Up trend', message='Up trend')
alertcondition(trendisdown, title='Down trend', message='Down trend')

A: for x = 0 to 2
    if plotregression

The if before the for
if plotregression
    for x = 0 to 2


Milford is a coastal city in Connecticut, United States. With a population of around 53, 000 people, the place is in need of well trained and qualified healthcare professionals, who can look after the diverse health related needs of the people living there. Keeping this in mind, the place boasts of the presence of chiropractors who are trained health professionals to treat patients with back and neck pain. They use non surgical methods to reduce pain and improve the mobility of the patients. A Milford chiropractor limits himself not only to the above mentioned tasks but also educates the patients on how they can improve their own health conditions with the help of exercise, ergonomics and various other therapies.
Chiropractors are health care professionals who focus on the diagnosis and treatment of various kinds of neuromuscular disorders. Their basic mode of functioning is to manually adjust and/or manipulate the spinal conditions. They focus on the relationship between the nervous system and the spine. A Milford chiropractor basically looks after two main things. They ensure that that there is a coordination between the spine and the nervous system as structural and biomechanical derangement of the spine can have adverse effects on the nervous system. Secondly, their main aim is to restore the structural integrity of the spine so that there is less pressure on the neurological tissues, which are very much sensitive in nature. This ensures that the health of the individual receives a boost.
Those who are not in favour of surgical treatments for treating certain chronic pain in their bodies can definitely take the help of chiropractic methods. They receive great relief in cases of lower back pain and/or sciatica, neck pain, headaches, arthritic pain, injuries from car accidents or sports and any kind of repetitive strain. The main focus is on any kind of neuromuscular disorder, though their service extends beyond problems in the nervous system and musculoskeletal system.
Chiropractic is one such profession which encompasses a great variety of philosophies, practices and techniques. As chiropractic treatment is entirely a physical procedure, it is indeed a daunting task to find the best chiropractor. It is often told that medical treatment is a psychological treatment. If one likes the person treating him and builds with him or her a good rapport, he will get well soon. So, is the case with a chiropractor. His courteous and friendly attitude will make the patient more comfortable and treat him soon. The Milford chiropractor should be able to answer all the questions asked by the patient. He should be experienced enough to treat all kinds of disorders and interpret the symptoms. Background research is a very good habit before one finalises on a specialist. In this regard, testimonials and references come handy. Even recommendations from doctors play a huge role in choosing an expert.
One can also log on to the Internet for more information on the best chiropractors near them. For best chiropractors, http://www.harboursidechiropractic.co.nz/ can be of great help.


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So I keep getting emails from Microsoft and today I decided to unsubscribe. When I click the unsubscribe link, I am directed to a Microsoft Passport sign in page. I then surfed around the site and came across this page: http://www.microsoft.com/info/unsubscribe.mspx Which in any of the three options, requires me to sign into my Microsoft Passport. Unfortunately, the email they are sending spam to is a Google Email address, and when I enter my Google Email address in the forgot passport password page, it tells me that my Passport account does not exist. I'm not about to create a MS passport account simply to unsubscribe to their annoying mailing list. Is this Microsoft's legitimate way of verifying email addresses, something spammers do to confirm that the destination is a live recipient? Crafty Microsoft, nice work.
This is just another sign how Microsoft is out of touch with what is happening on the web. Their horrible web browser and piss poor podcasting support in their operating system is an obvious sign of this but the little details such as this one just put into perspective that Microsoft will not be leading anything in the web technology sector anytime soon. My prediction, Microsoft will need to spin off or shut down some of their piss poor divisions so they can focus on being an Operating System company.
Oh and let me unusbscribe from your horrible news letter without having a passport!
3 comments on "Microsoft SPAM Unsubscribe Requires MS Passport"
They are not alone in the unsubscription madness.
I found that in some cases it's just easier to create an auto-delete filter for certain emails than to try and get unsubscribed.
Some unsubscribe pages simply crash with a 500 server error when you enter you data. Nice.
But MS is loosing the web indeed. Whatever new service they come up with, it's too late and too little, and hardwiring it into Windows isn't working anymore either.
Yes, their email is especially annoying to unsubscribe from (and possibly against the anti-spam policies of most places since it requires you to register a profile).
However, there is a hidden unsubscribe page that is supposed to work and requires nothing more then your email address and a confirmation link that gets sent to your email.
I stumbled across that at the top of the Google search results for "microsoft unsubscribe".
Not sure it will work, but http://www.microsoft.com/unsubscribe/ is definitly not working. You receive a link by e-mail to confirm your removal, and you get an error on the page.
I think Microsoft absolutly don't care about law.


I start this week identifying not what is good about regional NSW for property investors, but by identifying why capital cities are not the place to put your money.
Sydney and Melbourne have seen significant growth over the past three years, so much so that there is talk of a bubble and potential oversupply of units in 2017. While I do not subscribe to the idea of the market collapsing even for a moment, I do see that historically, there are rises and falls in markets, and periods of stagnation in any market. It is essential that we use history to predict the future, but also that we are not blinded by the growth in these capital cities. Sydney and Melbourne do not reflect all of Australia. Sydney and Melbourne have seen growth, the ripple effect of which is making its way through many suburbs and regional areas. Many people are being priced out of these markets, or are opting to 'cash in' and make a tree change. The growth is looking towards regional NSW.
With wage growth in Australia unlikely to be significant over the next five years, and a multitude of Baby Boomers set to retire unprepared financially, regional areas provide an option for young and old(er) alike to leave the rat race and make a change. The NBN (think of it what you may), faster, more frequent transportation and investment by governments and private industries are making regional NSW, particularly our 'coming hotspots' of Orange, Bathurst and Goulburn an ideal place live.
With population, comes a need for shelter. With the need for shelter, comes higher purchase prices and rental yeilds. Perhaps the factors for a wave of growth in regional NSW is beginning? Will you be ready to catch it?
*The information included in this article is the opinion of the author and not to be taken as investment or financial advice.


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Q: Converting cartesian coordinates into latitude and longitude coordinates I'm trying to convert a position vector on a unit sphere into the latitude and longitude coordinates but I'm not sure how to do it. I know that the formula for converting the latitude and longitude coordinates into cartesian coordinate is: $$V_n=\begin{pmatrix} R\cos(\lambda_n) \cos(\phi_n) \\ R\sin(\lambda_n) \cos(\phi_n) \\ R\sin(\phi_n) \end{pmatrix}$$ where $\lambda$ represents the longitude and $\phi$ represents the latitude.
Could I get some advice on how to convert cartesian coordinates into latitude and longitude?

A: Take $V_n/R$. The last element, $z/R=\sin\phi_n$, can be used to get $\phi_n$. You can use $\arcsin$ function, since $\phi_n$ is between $-\pi/2$ and $\pi/2$ in radians. You might need to convert to degrees, so the answer will be between $-90^\circ$ and $90^\circ$. For $\lambda_n$, take the ratio of $y$ and $z$ components, and you can see that you get $\tan\lambda_n$. To get the answer in a $360^\circ$ range, use the $\mathrm{arctan2}$ function


Vijaykanth's son Shanmuga Pandian is making his screen debut through Sagaptham. Guess what Simbu is up to with the movie.
The actor has recently sung for Vijaykanth's son Shanmuga Pandian, who is all set to make his film debut with Sagaptham. We hear that Simbu recorded the song a couple of days ago for music composer Karthik Raja. The film was directed by Santhosh kumar Rajan, now Surender is directing the movie. With Simbu, singing a number, the song has to be extra special for Shanmuga Pandian. The recording was completed a couple of days back.


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IAWM Statement on the Massacres and Oppression of the Rohingya people
The IAWM unequivocally condemns the appalling treatment of the Rohingya people by the Myanmar regime.
Almost 400,000 Rohingya Muslims have been forced to flee their homes in western Myanmar, formerly known as Burma.
Hundreds have died making the perilous journey into neighbouring Bangladesh in recent weeks.
They are fleeing from the Myanmar military regime's latest crackdown. Entire villages have been burned to the ground and widespread killings and rapes have been reported.
The senior United Nations (UN) human rights official, Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein, has described the treatment of the Rohingya as a "textbook example" of ethnic cleansing.
Around a quarter of the Rohingya population has now been forced out of Myanmar by fear and terror.
As Muslims the Rohingya do not have citizenship rights under racist laws in Myanmar, a Buddhist majority country.
The military dictatorship that has ruled Myanmar since 1962 has persecuted the Rohingya, but sadly it is not just the country's military rulers that are to blame.
Mynamar's Prime Minister Aung San Suu Kyi has denied the latest atrocities have even taken place, blaming "terrorists" for spreading an "iceberg of misinformation".
When the latest military crackdown began, Aung San Suu Kyi claimed the Rohingya were "Bengalis" and that they had set fire to their own homes. Aung San Suu Kyi is not just complicit in what's going on, but explicit about supporting it.
The Irish Anti-War Movement also condemns the British and other Western governments for their support for the Burmese military and calls on the Irish government to make a clear statement of condemnation of what is being done to the Rohingya people and to express opposition to any collaboration with the Regime.

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Lancaster County firefighters extinguish a fire that destroyed two unoccupied townhomes at Sun City Carolina Lakes in Indian Land on Wednesday.
INDIAN LAND -- A midafternoon fire at a senior adult housing development gutted two Indian Land townhouses, authorities said.
No one was injured in the fire at Sun City Carolina Lakes in Lancaster County, said Carol James, Sun City community home association manager.
No workers were in the unoccupied townhouses at the time of the fire, she said.
"We are waiting for the fire department ... to give us the origin of the fire," James said.
Firefighters douse townhomes at Sun City Carolina Lakes from above as others look on. The fire destroyed two unoccupied townhomes. No one was hurt.


The Madman's Daughter is a retelling /re-imagining of HG Wells Island of Dr Moreau. What inspired you to write it?
When I was a teenager, I loved the classics, especially Gothic ones. They're so full of adventure and romance and mystery. I've also always been intrigued by mysterious islands and loved the TV show LOST. My interest in both of those things combined to remind me of The Island of Dr Moreau, and I re-read it for pleasure. As I was reading I was impressed with how relevant the science still was today, and I realized there are no major female characters, so I decided it might be interesting to retell it from a new character's perspective.
Did you need to do a lot of research?
Unfortunately I'm not well read in history or science, the two topics that required the most research. I had several doctor friends read the manuscript to make sure the medical science sounded accurate (naturally it's science fiction, so it's not actual science!). The historical research was fascinating: how corsets worked, the professions available to young single women, sailing schedules, popular piano music at the time. I certainly know a lot more about Victorians and their quirks now!
It's safe to say the story is rather dark in places! Did you manage to creep yourself out when writing it?
Oh, yes. Absolutely. Most acquaintances know me as a rather optimistic, sweet person. I think they were shocked to read my book! I'm a true animal lover, and I have two cats I adore, so the animal surgery scenes were an enormous emotional challenge. Writing those scenes meant prodding at my greatest fears, but I believe that in order to scare my readers, I have to scare myself, too.
As it is the first book in a planned trilogy can you give us any hints for what to expect in the following books?
The second and third books continue Juliet Moreau's tale (and some other characters might just return as well…) in London and in Scotland, respectively. The second book is inspired by the science and themes in The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson, and the third book is inspired by the legacy of Mary Shelly's Frankenstein.
I only started writing about five years ago. Growing up, my family owned a bookstore, so I've always been surrounded by books. Looking back, it seems quite natural that I'd go into writing. But for the longest time I wanted to work overseas with the foreign service. I still love traveling and languages and cultures, but writing is exactly the right job for me.
I wrote three full manuscripts before The Madman's Daughter, and started another dozen or so. I didn't query them widely because I knew they weren't good enough. It wasn't until I wrote The Madman's Daughter that I felt confident enough to seek literary representation. Luckily, I got an offer from my agent two days after I queried him! The book sold in the US a few weeks later, and then started selling overseas, and then was optioned for film. It's been wonderful working with my editor to bring the book into print.
Do you have a typical writing day? Any 'must haves' before you can sit down to write?
I like to ease into the writing day. I usually go to the gym in the morning, then have a cup of tea and check email/twitter/social media for a half hour or so, and then dig into writing. I'll write until six or seven in the evening. Sometimes after that I'll do some of the business and marketing of the job. The only thing I must have is tea—lots of it!
They are one in the same, I think. I love most the ability to spend my time creating something. My job gives me the freedom to think deeply and dream big, but at the same time, it's terrifying to stare at an empty page with all my hopes and expectations resting on my shoulders. It's incredibly challenging to translate the ideas in my head into words on a page.
You can check out Megan's website here.
The research paid off-I thought Shepherd did an excellent job with the historical and scientific aspects!


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If another Group Address shall become the sending Group Address then the ETS function 'Set Sending' can be used from e.g. the Object context menu (right-click).
It is simply not possible to have no sending Group Address for an Object, because of system requirements (i.e. the communication stack).


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We have developed this page to provide an overview of information currently available to veterans and their family members who are interested in attending Western Seminary. We want this information to be "user-friendly" so please be patient with us as these pages are "works in progress". Please send any suggestions directly to Luke Todd, Director of Financial Aid.
Western Seminary works with veterans and active duty armed forces personnel in the receiving of VA and other educational benefits. A student's ability to qualify for and receive these benefits is determined by the government and not Western Seminary, though a VA Certifying Official on Western staff is available to counsel students that may qualify to receive these benefits. That official will assist eligible students by certifying and tracking students' enrollment and progress in their degree program. Students receiving these types of benefits will need to partner with their certifying official each semester to ensure full understanding and clear communication about enrollment.


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John Ormsby was previously associate director for foundation and corporate support at the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. Prior to that, he worked for U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer for nearly 10 years as special assistant to the chief of staff, and senior field representative for nine Bay Area counties. After 19 years, John recently stepped down as president of the board of directors of the Berkeley-based nonprofit, Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP), which provides sports and other recreation opportunities for people, primarily children, with physical disabilities. He serves on the board of the Berkeley Athletic Fund, which supports the Berkeley High School Athletic Department. John previously served on the board of the East Bay Cyclones baseball club. He and his wife both graduated from UC Berkeley and have lived in Berkeley since 1995. Their son graduated from Black Pine Circle School in 2021. John greatly enjoys music and art, coaches (and plays) baseball, and is a lapsed competitive road cyclist. He joined Black Pine Circle School in 2011.
Mad for cycling


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Q: Is there an easy way I can display a short message with the default Quick Look preview? DRM-protected iTunes movie and music files show a fairly standard-looking Quick Look preview, but with an extra line of text added above the default material:

I'd like to be able to replicate this behavior for my DRM-protected custom document type, but so far I haven't found a way.  Is there an easy way to achieve this and still keep the system-default content and layout?  Sure, I could easily obtain all of the metadata and build my own preview, but then I'd have to worry about localizations and future-proofing.

A: No, the only way is to build a custom Quick Look preview extension and/or plugin.


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Biotin is involved in the metabolism of fats, sugars and amino acids.
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A combination of pyridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P).
Provides both pyridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P-5-P), the coenzyme or "activated" form of B6. As P5P, vitamin B6 is involved in the metabolism of amino acids, lipids and nucleic acids.


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Robert Hessee is a Licensed Private Investigator (license #25411) specializing in criminal defense and civil cases. As an investigator, he has worked cases from homicide, DUI, and personal injury, to workplace violence and class actions. He has been appointed by Governor Swarzenegger and reappointed by Governor Brown to the State of California's Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, Disciplinary Review Board, as well as having served four terms as the Sacramento District Governor for the California Association of Licensed Investigators.
Robert has worked in law enforcement and related fields since 1978, several of which were spent in investigations. He retired as a Sergeant from the Placer County Sheriff's Department and presently works part-time for the State of California as a Sworn Police Officer for the California Exposition and State Fair Police Department (Cal Expo PD).
As a Defense Investigator, he has worked several homicide cases with and without special circumstances. His role in the homicide investigations has been both a factual and a mitigation investigator and has worked with M.E. Greenberg on death penalty homicide cases since 2010.
While with the Placer County Sheriff's Department, he was assigned to the Special Operations Unit, investigating or assisting in the investigation with hundreds of marijuana sales and cultivation cases.
With the Placer County Special Investigations Unit (SIU), he was an interagency task force supervised by the California Department of Justice, Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (BNE). While assigned to SIU, he continued to investigate major narcotic cases of all kinds.
As the Sergeant in charge of the Street Gang Unit, he was responsible for identifying and implementing direct enforcement on identified gang members. In addition to enforcement measures, positive alternatives were often created for young gang members as a preventative.
Qualifications & Certifications
Robert has qualified and testified as an expert witness numerous times in drug cases regarding possession, sales, and transportation of methamphetamine and marijuana, and cultivation of marijuana, and medical marijuana. He has also qualified and testified as an expert witness regarding outlaw motorcycle gangs, and white supremacist gangs.
He has been certified by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the Nation Traffic Safety Administration as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) and a DRE Instructor. He was the department's DRE coordinator for several years and has conducted well over 1,000 drug influence evaluations.
Robert has instructed for the California Department of Justice, the California Highway Patrol Academy, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Academy, and the Sacramento County Sheriff Department Academy. He has also taught classes at several colleges and national conferences.
Member of the Placer County Bar Association
Member of the California Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member of the National Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member of the California Narcotics Officers Association
Past Member of the Louisiana Narcotics Officers Association
Past member of the Texas Narcotics Officers Association
Past board member of the Northern California White Supremacist Investigator Association
Past member of the International Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Investigator Association
Past member of the Northern California Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Investigator Association
Past member of the National Gang Investigator Association
Past member of the California Gang Investigator Association
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Veteran Waynesboro Area School District administrator hired as superintendent
Amber South
Chambersburg Public Opinion
A longtime educator and administrator in Waynesboro Area School District will become superintendent early next year.
Dr. Rita Sterner-Hine will succeed Dr. Tod Kline as the district's top administrator after he retires in February, according to a news release from the district. Sterner-Hine has been the assistant superintendent since 2017.
Waynesboro Area school board voted unanimously Tuesday to hire Sterner-Hine, according to school board documents online.
Sterner-Hine's accomplishments and background
Sterner-Hine began working in the district in 1991, as a social studies teacher at Waynesboro Area Middle School, according to a news release from the district.
She moved up the ladder over the years, becoming assistant principal at the middle school and then principal at Hooverville Elementary followed by Summitview Elementary. She then entered the assistant superintendent position.
The news release lists several of her accomplishments while in the district:
Facilitated the implementation of the First Choice Initiative, Comprehensive Full Day Kindergarten, and Pre-K programs;
established trauma-informed classrooms;
expanded early graduation and early-to-college programs;
and implemented virtual and alternative education.
She was also instrumental in keeping district schools open during the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling the district to receive Congressional recognition, according to the release.
While working at Hooverville, the school was recognized for outstanding student achievement and growth in Franklin County. Later, Summitview was awarded the Governor's Award for Academic Excellence. She also worked as an adjunct professor at Wilson College for graduate studies in education and curriculum, according to the release.
Sterner-Hine is involved in the Waynesboro community. She serves on the boards of the Waynesboro Area Business Education and Community Foundation, the YMCA, and Five Forks Brethren in Christ Church, according to the release. The district's news release included a statement from an unnamed colleague: "She works tirelessly to serve the district and community at all times."
Sterner-Hine graduated from Shippensburg University with bachelor's and master's degrees in public administration. She also received her Comprehensive Social Studies Teacher Certification 6-12 and K-12 Principal Certification from Shippensburg. She received her Letter of Eligibility from Edinboro University and completed her doctoral work at Widener University.
She and her family live in Waynesboro. Her two grown children, Rachel and Evan, are WASD graduates. She recently welcomed her first grandchild.
Kline announced his retirement in mid-October. It will be effective Feb. 20.


Former CMLA President Roy Ledoux was inducted into the Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame in the Builder Category on November 11, 2017 . Roy has been involved in the great game of lacrosse for over 46 years in every possible capacity including player, referee, coach, executive member, zone director, and team manager. Roy was instrumental in the revival of minor lacrosse in the Cornwall area in 2000 and the revival of Junior lacrosse in 2006. Ever humble, Roy commented that he was blessed to have a great group of supportive volunteers supporting him along the way. Congratulations Roy and know that CMLA is appreciative of your countless contributions!


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Australia reach FIFA World Cup last 16
Australia's Mathew Leckie scores their first goal
Australia reached the knock-out stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 16 years after a shocking 1-0 victory over Denmark at the Al Janoub Stadium in Doha, Qatar yesterday.
The Danes, needing victory to progress, dominated possession but were caught out on the break when Australia scored the winner on the hour mark. Denmark lost the ball in the Australian box and Mathew Leckie finished a brilliant counterattack with a low shot past Kasper Schmeichel.
Australia finished in second place in Group 'D' on six points, only behind world champions France on goal difference.
Denmark, meanwhile, exit Qatar 2022 with just one point from three games, sitting bottom of the group. (C.D)
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Music: South side of the 6400 block of Hollywood Boulevard
Born Sept. 17, 1923 in Georgiana, Ala.
Died Jan. 1, 1953 of heart condition in Oak Hill, WV
Hank Williams is considered one of the most influential country music artists of the 20th century. The popular country singer and composer in the 1940s and early 1950s earned the label "King of Hillbillies" from his followers.
Williams sang mountain ballads in a nasal voice, accompanying himself on guitar, which he learned to play at age 6. The lanky singer shot to fame with the song "Lovesick Blues." Recorded in 1948, the song reached number one on Billboard's top country singles and sold more than 1 million copies.
His other most popular songs included "Cold, Cold Heart," "Wedding Bells," "Mansion on the Hill," and "Move on Over."
He died suddenly at the age of 29, while traveling to a New Year's Day concert in Ohio. A coroner's jury ruled that the death was a result of hemorrhaging and a heart condition, but alcohol was found in Williams' system.
At the time of his death Williams had been working at a Shreveport, La., radio station and was under contract to MGM. Only months before, he had married Miss Billie Jones. He had been divorced in 1952.
Williams' children (Hank Williams Jr. and Jett Williams) and grandchildren (Hank Williams III, Hilary Williams and Holly Williams) would later pursue musical careers.
— Los Angeles Times Jan. 2, 1953.
Stories from the archives about Hank Williams
One thought about Hank Williams
Hank Williams is a favorite of mine.
I have been listening to his music since I was a kid.
I have been to his grave in Alabama and I have been to his star in Hollywood.
Right now, I think I'll play a song by Hank.
George Vreeland Hill
" — George Vreeland Hill, May 30, 2012 at 6:06 a.m.
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Did you ever meet Hank Williams? Share your memory.
Which other stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame have connections to Hank Williams?
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Eddie Peak, 95, retires after 22 years' service.
After 22 years' service, War Veteran Eddie Peak has this week retired from Moulton Bulb Co. Ltd at the grand age of 95. Eddie, who was invited to a tea party at Buckingham Palace in 2012 as part of the Java Far Eastern Prisoner of War Club, has worked for the company first as a member of a labour agency, and more recently under direct employment. Chief Executive, John Grimwood presented Eddie with a cheque and a bottle of Champagne at a ceremony held at the Moulton firm earlier this week. John explained to a group of company managers and board directors how Eddie had worked for the company for many years and had seen many changes during that time and thanked Eddie for his hard work and continued service.


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José Ignacio Castillo Álvarez (born 11 April 1975) is a former professional footballer who played as a striker.

Career

Serie D
A prolific striker, nicknamed Nacho, he moved in Italy in 2001 to join Serie D club Brindisi, offering a massive contribution to their promotion to Serie C2 thanks to 15 goals in 23 matches. Despite this, he was not initially allowed to try his luck into professional football due to his lack of a European Union passport, and consequently opted to join Apulian Serie D side Nardò, where he scored 17 goals. In 2003, he left Nardò for Vigor Lamezia, where he scored an impressive 24 goals in 32 matches.

Gallipoli & Italian nationality
In 2004, Castillo returned to Apulia to join newly promoted but ambitious Serie D side Gallipoli, helping them to gain two consecutive promotions thanks to a 40 goals in 55 matches, being now able to play into Serie C2 during the 2005–06 season after having finally obtained an Italian passport at the age of 29.

Serie B
For the 2006–07 season Castillo agreed to join Serie B side Frosinone in a loan deal, but failed to impress, scoring only 5 goals in 30 matches and being mostly featured as a substitute during the campaign. For the following season he signed for newly promoted Serie B club Pisa and presented himself by scoring two winning goals to Bari in his debut match with the nerazzurri. At the end of the season he had scored 21 goals, gaining fifth place in the scorers table.

Serie A
In August 2008 he was signed by newly promoted Serie A club U.S. Lecce, thus returning to Salento. With the giallorossi side he scored 7 goals in 29 matches, making his Serie A debut against Torino on 31 August 2008.

On 20 July 2009, he was officially signed by Fiorentina for €1 million in two-year contract. He played his European debut on 9 December 2009, substituted Lorenzo De Silvestri on the 83rd minute against Liverpool F.C. At the time was 1–1 draw and ended in 2–1 by the last minute goal from Alberto Gilardino. On 10 January 2010, he scored a crucial goal to seal a 2–1 home win against Serie A opponents A.S. Bari.

Bari & Trapani
On 15 January 2010, A.S. Bari signed the Argentine striker from ACF Fiorentina in temporary deal for €300,000. At the end of season he was signed by Bari in definitive deal for €500,000, in two-year contract. After the end of his contract, Castillo announced his retirement from playing in order to start a coaching career; however, he reverted his decision later in April 2013 to accept a short-term contract till the end of season with Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Trapani, who were searching for an emergency striker to strengthen their promotion hopes. Castillo provided only three appearances games with no goals, with Trapani winning the league title nonetheless.

References

External links
 Profile at ACF Fiorentina official site
Statistics at Irish Times
 José Ignacio Castillo at aic.football.it

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Argentine expatriate footballers
Italian footballers
A.S.D. Gallipoli Football 1909 players
Frosinone Calcio players
Pisa S.C. players
U.S. Lecce players
ACF Fiorentina players
S.S.C. Bari players
FC Shakhter Karagandy players
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Serie B players
Serie C players
Serie D players
Expatriate footballers in Italy
Expatriate footballers in Kazakhstan
Naturalised citizens of Italy
Italian sportspeople of Argentine descent
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Voltage and current waveforms of a malfunctioning fuel pump. Engine start and running at idle.
Examples of current waveforms of malfunctioning fuel pumps with poor contact between brushes and commutator. Engine is running at idle.
Voltage and current waveforms of a malfunctioning fuel pump, the armature is seizing. The current going in to the pump increases and results in overload, burned relays and connectors as well as fuses blowing.
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History of Village Hall and Playing Field
The Village Hall in Chapel Lane, just off the Main Street, was originally a Methodist Chapel. It was purchased by Mrs and Colonel Thompson, The White House, Charney Bassett and given to the Parish Council on 10th February 1956.
Village Hall and Playing Field
Mrs Browning in the picture is Violet, Laura Browning's niece, and the mother of Derek and Brian Browning.
Newspaper cuttings on Purchase and Gifting of the Village Hall
Fair for new hall
A kitchen and toilets were installed and the hall served village needs for many years.
Some thirty years after acquisition some villagers and user organisations thought consideration ought to be given to the provision of a new hall. Significant grants seemed to be readily available for new community buildings linked to the Government's Youth Training Scheme.
In 1987, the Parish Council arranged a public meeting to consider this issue and subsequently appointed a sub-committee to undertake a feasibility study into the provision of new or improved Village Hall facilities.
The Parish Council had already taken steps to register the existing hall as a Charity and this process was completed in June 1988. The Hall was now managed by Trustees with the Parish Council acting as Custodian Trustee. The Parish Council sub-committee was renamed Village Hall sub-committee.
There was a further public meeting in late November 1988 when it was clear not all villagers would be favour of building a new facility. It was agreed that a referendum would be held should a proposal for a new build be forthcoming.
The sub-committee presented their report at a public meeting in November 1989. The possibility of an extension to the existing hall had been ruled out due to planning requirements. The feasibility study identified the possibility of building a new hall with parking facilities on land in Buckland Road. Guidance had been provided by the Oxfordshire Rural Community Service and the County and District Councils and specialist advice obtained from various sources. The total capital cost of the proposal was estimated at £172,000 including a 10% contingency. A series of generous grants had been promised and if these were forthcoming the village itself would need to raise £10000 towards the overall cost. The annual revenue costs were estimated at £1000 to £1500.
A referendum was held later that month, under the auspices of the District Council. The proposal was lost by 62 votes to 55. Many pondered why the proposal had not found favour. Perhaps it was the fear a new, larger hall would bring with it unnecessary change or a need to rely on greater external use in order to cover revenue costs. Others wondered whether the campaigning role undertaken by a minority of those who were against the provision of a new hall had placed doubts in the minds of those who were largely neutral.
A democratic decision had been taken and that no further action was taken.
However, in the early nineties it became clear the village was in danger of losing the use of the village playing field at the rear of the old school in New Road. (The school had been previously been sold to a private investor with the proceeds being held by the newly formed Charney and Lyford Trust).
After the school had closed the playing field had been leased from the owners, Oxfordshire County Council, at a peppercorn rent. When the lease came up for renewal the County Council would only agree to a one year agreement. It was thought they had in mind to sell the land for building.
The then Chairman of the Parish Council pondered on the possibility of buying back the Old School which together with the purchase of the field could provide improved and permanent facilities for the village. However, this was not possible.
In 2000, with continuing uncertainty about the future of the playing field the Parish Council negotiated the purchase of the present day playing field largely paid for by a grant of 'landfill tax' money provided by the Trust for Oxfordshire Environment.
Two years later the responsibility for the field was transferred to the Village Hall Trustees and the Charity Commission registration was amended to Charney Hall & Field Trust (CHAFT).
The Trustees were now concerned that the hall was showing its age. In early 2005, they began to investigate what could be done to improve the existing hall.
The project started out with high hopes and grand plans. These included underfloor heating, a new wooden floor, a ground source heat pump and possibly photovoltaic cells on the roof. The Anderson Orr Partnership were taken on as architects and by April 2006 plans were drawn up. All that was needed was the money.
The Big Lottery Fund had a Community Buildings Programme running. It was estimated that an additional £45,500 could be raised from local fundraising and local grants. Based on an initial costing of the project, an application was made to the Community Buildings Programme for £142,275.
By April 2007, there was every indication the Lottery application could be successful but in June it was turned down because the programme had become overloaded with applications and sufficient funds were not available.
The next two years involved applications to a wide range of charities and other organisations that provide grants. Help in searching for funding, together with advice on applications was provided by ORCC (Oxfordshire Rural Community Council).
By the beginning of 2009 total grants of £ approximately £79000 had been promised and local fundraising events had increased the hall's bank balance to £16000.
It was recognized that there would be insufficient funds to go ahead with the original project as originally planned and so, despite having already obtained planning permission and building regulation approval, the specification was re-examined and a new application for planning permission was made in December 2008. By April 2009, planning permission had been granted. The estimated cost for the building work was £99,000 plus VAT. The funds available to spend stood at £85,000.
An appeal was made to the community for loans to provide another £20,000 which would be paid back through further fundraising in future years. The result of the appeal was more than could be hoped. Donations with gift aid totalled almost £20,000 with offers of further loans if needed.
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As a result, builders were asked to tender for the work and a lowest tender of £86,093.60 plus VAT was received from E.C.Hughes & Son and accepted. Andrew Alder Associates carried out the tendering process and was retained as CDM Co-ordinator, for the preparation of Building Regulation alterations and for on-site supervision of the building work. The project started in September 2009.
Originally, the completion date was the end of January 2010 but with the worst winter for 30 years, it was not surprising that this slipped back. It continued to slip month by month for a variety of reasons but finally, at the end of June, the hall was back in use.
The final cost of the project from beginning to end, including architects fees, planning costs, structural engineering, CDM regulations, building inspectors fees, independent project supervision and purchase of materials for work carried out by volunteers was approximately £120,000 and this provided an insulated hall with nearly 40% more floor space, a new kitchen, lobby and toilets with disabled access and facilities, an internal storeroom as well as two external storage sheds and a patio area.
In total, CHAFT had received donations of £20,447.32 from 2006-2010 that were eligible for Gift Aid. This allowed a total of £5,767.19 to be claimed from HMRC towards the project. Of these donations, £17,765 plus £5,010.64 associated gift aid came directly from the Gildersleeves Charney Challenge.
The modernised and extended hall was officially re-opened on Thursday 9th September 2010.
The Playing Field in 2011
A little over ten years ago the village purchased the playing field with a grant of "landfill tax" money provided by the Trust for Oxfordshire Environment (sadly disbanded this year).
The Village Hall Committee was transformed into CHAFT (Charney Hall & Field Trust) and took on the management of the field as well as the village hall. Now, ten years on, we can be proud of this asset in our village and more than a little grateful to those who have helped to make it what it is.
The Charney & Lyford Education Trust (CLET) provided a grant to help purchase the equipment for the children's play area and this is clearly popular with young families.
We must thank Mike Newman for regularly inspecting it and organising maintenance. The equipment will not last forever and hopefully everyone generously bought tickets in the Summer Draw, to help raise funds for CHAFT so that money is available when repairs or replacement are needed.
The District Council, in 2001 when they could still afford a "parks department", planted hedging, shrubs and a small wood of oak, ash, hazel, maple and dogwood and these are now well established.
In 2008, villagers donated £1000 worth of trees and shrubs to extend the planting after the Charney Army had cleared all the white poplar suckers that had spread from the trees along the bridle path. With a few exceptions and despite droughts, these have taken well and will develop into established trees in the next few years.
An unsung hero in the maintenance of the field is Tim Fitzgerald O'Connor. Tim does not live in the village but has cut the grass on the field for many years with his tractor and grass topper, at no charge to the village and our grateful thanks go to him for what would otherwise be a major cost/headache in regular maintenance.
We have also added goal posts, a basketball net, a willow arbour and nest boxes in recent years and thanks are due to everyone who helped in the organisation and installation of these.
The bonfire and fireworks evening was a popular annual event for nearly ten years and only came to an end when the football field was used regularly by the Charney Rangers under 12 team.
The field is now used by a range of people; footballers, young families, dog walkers and the occasional jogger.
Let's hope that sufficient sponsors and hands-on supporters can be found in the years to come to ensure this village facility continues to give enjoyment to those who use it and that it can be maintained and developed for new activities.
Geoff Rumble
As stated earlier, In 2000, with continuing uncertainty about the future of the existing playing field behind the old school, the Parish Council negotiated the purchase of the present day playing field largely paid for by a grant of 'landfill tax' money provided by the Trust for Oxfordshire Environment.
The Charney & Lyford Education Trust (CLET) formed after the sale of the school, provided a grant to help purchase the equipment for the children's play area.
The District Council planted hedging, shrubs and a small wood of oak, ash, hazel, maple and dogwood. In 2008, villagers donated £1000 worth of trees and shrubs to extend the planting. With a few exceptions and despite droughts, these are now well established.
Goal posts, a basketball net, a willow arbour and nest boxes were added. The venue was used for an annual bonfire and fireworks evening for many years. Charney Rangers played in the Junior Football League for two seasons.
The field has been regularly used by a range of people; footballers, young families, dog walkers and occasional keep fit activities.
More recently it has been used to host the village feast and other social activities.
In 2015 the structure for the swings was found to be unsafe and was replaced.
Once again the village rose to the challenge. The use of financial reserves, supplemented by fundraising and donations and a grant of £9000 from the Vale of White Hall District Council enabled the installation of enhanced play equipment at a total cost of approximately £26000, thereby ensuring this important village facility continues to give enjoyment to all those who use it.
An official opening of the new play facilities was held on 5th November 2016.
Over the years these village facilities have been purchased developed and maintained by a host of unsung heroes and the generosity of so many. A study of Parish Council and CHAFT minutes reveals all!
To all those involved then and now ……the village owes a big thank you.
Last updated –DS/November, 2016
The Installation of the Willow Arbour (about 2004)
Trimming the Willow (2004 – 2007)