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VILE: Harpers Ferry Monument to Free Black Man Killed By John Brown's Raid Vandalized With What Appears to Be Feces
July 22, 2020 News
The Heyward Shepherd monument in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, was smeared with what appeared to be feces on Tuesday morning.
There have been many calls on social media for the statue, which sits nearby John Brown's Fort, to be removed or vandalized in recent weeks.
Shepherd was a free black man and the first person killed by John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry.
The monument was placed by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Sons of Confederate Veterans in 1931. It has been highly controversial due to their praise of black people who fought with the Confederate Army during the Civil War and the fact that there are arguments, with both sides basing their beliefs on anecdotal information, about whether he was a freed slave or had been born free.
According to West Virginia historians, in the aftermath of Shepherd's death "some writers did not hesitate to speculate about or elaborate on Shepherd's role in the raid. Immediately after the raid, one newspaper reported Shepherd was told of John Brown's purpose but refused to join the raiders, thus suggesting his refusal to heed their orders showed his opposition to their goals. In a different vein, years later, a former resident of Harpers Ferry suggested Shepherd may have helped the raiders initially but later changed his mind when the danger and likelihood of failure became clear. Shepherd's deathbed explanation that he went to the bridge in search of a missing railroad watchman suggests he was shot by men he did not recognize and whose purpose he did not know."
The monument reads as follows:
"On the night of October 16, 1859, Heyward Shepherd, an industrious and respected colored freeman, was mortally wounded by John Brown's raiders. In pursuance of his duties as an employee of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company, he became the first victim of this attempted insurrection," the text begins. "This boulder is erected by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Sons of Confederate Veterans as a memorial to Heyward Shepherd, exemplifying the character and faithfulness of thousands of negros who, under many temptations throughout subsequent years of war, so conducted themselves that no stain was left upon a record which is the peculiar heritage of the American people, and an everlasting tribute to the best in both races."
Smeared over the words "erected by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Sons of Confederate Veterans" appeared to be excrement. It did not look like the clay soil throughout the area.
Statues and reminders of our nation's history have been destroyed all over the nation as part of the ongoing race riots, and many liberals on Twitter have been seeking to remind vandals that this statue exists. They have seemingly got, at least part of, the results that they were looking for.
It does not appear that the vast majority of the activists calling for the statue's removal live in West Virginia, let alone Harpers Ferry.
Other statues in the area, including one dedicated to John Brown that overlooks the Shepherd monument, were untouched.
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Federal Claims Court Rules Insurer Entitled to Reimbursement of Cost-Sharing Reductions
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The court of federal claims has ruled that the federal government violated a statutory obligation under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) when it failed to reimburse an insurer's cost-sharing reduction (CSR) payments for the last quarter of 2017. As background, the ACA requires insurers to reduce cost-sharing features such as deductibles and copayments for certain low-income individuals who enroll in Exchange coverage and qualify for premium tax credits. Insurers were reimbursed for CSRs until October 2017, when HHS halted payments, citing a Department of Justice legal opinion concluding that Congress never appropriated funds for this purpose (see our Checkpoint article).
According to the court, the statutory language "clearly and unambiguously" obligates HHS to make periodic and timely payments to insurers that have implemented CSRs required by the ACA. The court rejected the government's argument that Congress's failure to appropriate funds overrode the statutory obligation. Moreover, according to the court, Congress's permanent appropriation of funds for premium tax credits—but not for CSR reimbursements—merely signified an intent to fund CSRs through the annual (rather than permanent) appropriations process, and the court could not infer an intent to vitiate the reimbursement obligation based solely on Congress's subsequent failure to make the necessary appropriations. The court also discounted the government's contention that insurers may be able to mitigate the absence of CSR reimbursements by increasing premiums (a practice known as "silver-loading" because lower-income consumers in silver-level plans may be able to offset increased premiums with higher premium tax credits), finding no evidence in the ACA or its legislative history that CSR reimbursements should or would be subject to an offset based on an insurer's premiums. The court further noted that this option was not available to the insurer in this case because premiums for 2017 were already set by the time HHS announced it would halt CSR payments.
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How Did the Seahorse Get its Shape?
This is a Guest Post by Stephanie Yin, a graduate of Brown University with a degree in environmental science. Yin is interested in using all forms of multimedia storytelling to convey contemporary science.
By Carin Bondar on September 23, 2013
Seahorses are distinct fish, not least because they swim vertically rather than horizontally. This video examines how seahorses might have evolved this unusual upright stance. Much of our detective work on seahorse evolution comes from studying living pipehorses and pipefishes, with which seahorses share a common ancestor. When scientists Peter Teske and Luciano Beheregaray compared the genes of seahorses with those of pygmy pipehorses, they found that the two groups diverged during the Late Oligocene. This led them to connect tectonic events of that time with evolutionary benefits that an upright posture might have conferred onto primitive seahorses. Most notably, the collision of Indo-Australia with Eurasia led to the expansion of shallow seagrass beds — in which fish that could swim "standing up" would have been better suited to camouflage among vertical seagrass blades.
Scientist Sam Van Wassenbergh wondered if this upright orientation might also have contributed to the seahorses' adoption of ambush hunting. While pipefishes actively pursue their prey, seahorses employ a very different method – they grip onto a blade of seagrass and passively wait for their prey to approach them. Turns out, this strategy is actually extremely effective, and seahorses are among the fastest feeders of aquatic vertebrates. To learn more, Van Wassenbergh and his colleagues explored the biomechanics of seahorse and pipefish feeding, and found some striking results.
These experiments tell an elegant story of evolution that connects morphology, environment and survival strategies. We see how the broad movement of tectonic plates can influence the morphology and behavior of a specific group of creatures. They also shed light on how, in the absence of a fossil record, we can still study recent evolution events by comparing extant species that share common ancestors. Put all together, the unique characteristics of the seahorse's shape hold important lessons on how and why creatures evolve the way they do.
How the Seahorse Got its Shape. Nature Video, 2011. Web. .
Teske, Peter R., and Luciano B. Beheregaray. "Evolution of seahorses' upright posture was linked to Oligocene expansion of seagrass habitats." Biology letters 5.4 (2009): 521-523.
Van Wassenbergh, Sam, Gert Roos, and Lara Ferry. "An adaptive explanation for the horse-like shape of seahorses." Nature Communications 2 (2011): 164.
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January's Most Wanted: Renato Sanches to Arsenal, Liverpool or Barcelona?
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The Portugal midfielder broke onto the scene at Euro 2016, where he was earmarked as a star of the future thanks to a succession of barnstorming performances in the heart of the park.
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In France, he has rescued his career and has re-established himself as a player who is wanted by clubs at the top level.
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The 24-year-old signed a four-year deal when he arrived at the club in August 2019. That contract remains in place and will expire in 2023.
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Clubs seeking to sign a midfielder will have their eyes on the all-action player, who is capable not just of playing in the centre of the park, but has shown a capacity to feature on the right and even alongside a striker.
Liverpool have been credited with an interest in Sanches in the past, but both Arsenal and Barcelona appear to be more active in the hunt for him presently.
Could Renato Sanches leave in January?
Lille's financial position means that they have to be open to offers, but it will have to be a substantial one to sign Sanches.
Could Renato Sanches leave in the summer?
It is likely that Sanches sees out the season with Lille and is transferred in the summer. He will have a year left on his contract by that point and his club are not in a position to reject offers.
How old is Renato Sanches?
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By Our Reporter Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal (RJP-N) that was the last party to make its election manifestopublic has shocked the people by unveiling a controversial manifesto last week. The manifesto that contains several incendiary contents undermining the country's territorial integrity received wide public criticism. Even the leaders of the RJP-N …
First phase elections held amidst bomb explosions
By Our Reporter The first-phase of the elections to the House of Representatives and the State Assemblies concluded amidst explosions, clashes and attacks on the candidates. However, the Election Commission, the government and the political parties said the elections were held peacefully despite some minor incidents of violence in a …
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By Our Reporter After strong reaction against scrapping the deal with the China Gezhouba Group Corporation (CGGC) for construction of Budhigandaki hydropower project producing 1200 MW electricity, the government on Friday, 24 November, decided to develop the Project on its own. DPM and Energy Minister Kamal Thapa informed that the …


type 9 5 speed gearbox complete with quickshift, bellhousing, clutch fork, clutch cable and bulkhead cable bracket. Also gearbox mount. Have just taken out of my mk1 cortina which had a conversion done but I'm going back to original. Also have the propshaft for sale and the complete back axle (think it's capri) will be coming out soon so a complete conversion.
Don't know how to upload pics but if interested I can text pics to your phone.
Hi, where about's are you?
Excuse my ignorance but does the type 9 fit straight onto a 1500 GT engine in a Mk1 without any mods to the tunnel ?
Hi, I'll take the prop if your in travelling distance of me.


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Bill McKibben's 'Falter' Arrives Just in Time
By Bill Lueders, The Progressive | 06. 18. 2019
CGS Statement on Prison Term for "CRISPR Babies" Scientist He Jiankui
The Best of Biopolitical Times: 2019 Edition
By CGS | 12.24.2019
https://progressive.org/dispatches/bill-mckibben-book-review-falter-lueders-190…
I hope it's not too late to review Bill McKibben's important new book Falter, just as I join him in hoping it's not too late to save the world or the human race. The book came out in mid-April, and book reviews tend to come out at the same time as the books, and then no more is said. But Falter is a book about which it would be impossible to say too much.
Thirty years ago, McKibben wrote The End of Nature, the first general-interest book about climate change, which he notes in his intro to Falter "was not a cheerful book, and sadly its gloom has been vindicated." More than a dozen McKibben books later, Falter is an equally prescient work. In this one, he stresses the urgency of the moment regarding our current climate crisis and addresses a fresh threat to humankind now still mostly in the planning stage: that of genetically reconfiguring the species.
Once again, McKibben has positioned himself on the cutting edge of history, issuing a dire warning. His earlier warning, and... see more
Embryo Research To Reduce Need For In Vitro Fertilization Raises Ethical Concerns
By Rob Stein, NPR | 01.15.2020
Researchers have conducted a controversial study that involved paying dozens of young women at a hospital near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to get artificially inseminated so their embryos could be flushed out of their bodies and analyzed for research purposes.
Should We Alter the Human Genome? Let Democracy Decide
By Krishanu Saha, J. Benjamin Hurlbut & Sheila Jasanoff , Scientific American | 01.15.2020
Senators Dianne Feinstein (D–Calif.), Marco Rubio (R–Fla.) and Jack Reed (D–R.I.) have introduced a resolution affirming the importance of heritage genome editing. The resolution is a valuable first step, and we urge the Senate to take it—and then to give this issue the democratic attention it deserves.
Rewriting Our Genes Is Easier Than Ever. That Doesn't Mean We Should Do It.
By Sarah Ruth Bates, WBUR Boston | 01.03.2020
Gene-editing technologies have huge potential to alleviate human suffering. But, like all very powerful technologies, they also carry enormous risks if used improperly.
What Happened to All Those Frozen Eggs?
By Sarah Elizabeth Richards, The New York Times | 12.21.2019
Egg freezing was supposed to be as revolutionary as birth control. It hasn't lived up to the hype — but it has still changed women's lives.


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CSF's New President: She Brings Senior Leadership Skills
Commercial Spaceflight Federation will welcome a new president as of January 4, 2021. She comes with great experience.
Karina Drees will join the organization as its new president. Most recently, since 2012, Drees served as CEO and General Manager of Mojave Air & Space Port (MASP) and held several other senior leadership positions at the company. She is currently the vice chair of the Federal Aviation Administration's Commercial Space Transportation Advisory Committee (COMSTAC) and has been an active member of the CSF Board of Directors for five years, including serving as treasurer from 2017 to 2020.
"Karina brings an impressive amount of senior leadership and business acumen to CSF, as well as in-depth knowledge and experience in the policy and regulatory arenas and the proven ability to grow an organization and build strategic alliances with key industry stakeholders," said Audrey Powers, CSF Chairwoman of the Board of Directors and Vice President of Legal and Compliance for Blue Origin.
Karinia Drees
Drees will be responsible for all aspects of the CSF operation including working directly with its 85+ members representing every aspect of the commercial space sector to develop and implement a vision and strategy that reflects industry priorities; builds on its successful track record on policy and regulatory issues; articulates consistent, compelling messages nationally and in the global arena; enhances cross-industry coordination; and management of day-to-day activities including overseeing staff and budget.
"Taking on the role of President of CSF at this stage of the industry's evolution is an incredible opportunity," said Drees. "I look forward to learning from the members and working with the team and incoming Administration and new Congress to continue advancing commercial space priorities for the nation."
Drees has more than 20 years experience in a variety of senior leadership positions at space and technology companies. Prior to joining MASP, Drees was a senior member of the strategy and positioning team at SRA International. Before joining SRA, she held leadership positions at two investor-backed high-tech startup companies in the Washington, D.C. area. Drees has a Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University and a Master's in Business Administration from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Drees also completed the International Space University's Summer Session Program in Beijing, China.
"On behalf of the Board of Directors, members, and staff, we welcome Karina to the organization and look forward to working with her to continue to expand CSF's position as the leading voice for the commercial space industry and to enhance its results-driven mission on behalf of its members," said Richard DalBello, Vice Chairman of the CSF Board of Directors and Vice President of Business Development and Government Affairs for Virgin Galactic.
Drees will be located in CSF's Washington, D.C. office.


So, is quark dead then? Havent heard much since it launched. Is it even in any product?
Do these things have any hardware video decode? I have wondered what the lowest powered device is that supports such features. You can get things like a Chrome Cast of an Apple TV, but these are locked down devices that you don't have much control of.


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Roadworks delayed after workers caught in lockdown in Wales
Delayed reopening of town centre street 'disappointing', mayor says
Jack ColwillDigital Reporter
Market Place in Frome is undergoing works to make it more pedestrian friendly
Roadworks that have forced the closure of a busy road through Frome since June have been extended for three more weeks.
The works began on Market Place, the main road through Frome town centre, in late June with the intention of creating a more pedestrian-friendly town centre.
The overall works, of which the work being done to the road surface is a key part, were slated to last for 16 weeks in total, which is expected to still be the overall length of the project.
However, the road was expected to re-opened early and now will not be accessible until September 25.
The delay in the scheme has been caused by the discovery that some of the existing utilities, pipes and cables in the road had been laid much higher than expected and do not comply with current regulations, with these services to be lowered or protected as a result.
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Dave Sartin, the Market Place project manager from IMA Transport Planning Ltd, said the delay "couldn't be helped or anticipated" and that delays have been compounded by the workers scheduled to complete the project being caught in a local lockdown in Wales.
He said: "This couldn't be helped or anticipated. It was not until the services were uncovered that we discovered they were not at the correct depth below the ground.
"This is why there is always contingency built into the project time so that the works can be delivered to an agreed specification regardless of what we find.
"Whilst Griffiths, the onsite contractors, have worked hard to recover time the workers who were due to put the finishing touches to the road now find themselves in a local lockdown in Caerphilly due to Covid-19 restrictions. They have sourced a backup team and these will be on site until 25th September.
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"However, we have been able to continue with other aspects of the work and so, whilst the road reopening is delayed, ultimately the scheme will be finished on time."
Anita Collier, Mayor of Frome, said she understood the closure was frustrating in the short term but that the delay was necessary to ensure safety.
She said: "Whilst this is disappointing short term I understand that these new guidelines address issues of accessibility and safety.
"We must of course observe the most recent regulations and recommendations both from County Highways and from a Covid -19 perspective, they are there to ensure the safety of the space once the works have been completed.
"Ultimately we will be left with a greatly improved Market Place in terms of how it looks and how it functions."


Over the last decade, neuroscience & medical science have made many long overdue advances in understanding the human brain. Much of this followed the research published about 12 years ago regarding neuroplasticity of the brain, aging, injury, and how the brain can still form new connections well into our later years. But, some of the more provocative developments in my view have come about in the areas of cognition with music and the brain, hypnosis, and meditation, and neuro and assistive technologies. Many of the mind-body modalities were developed many years ago, but were not well understood or corroborated thru science until more recently. As much as we've come today, we still have a long way to go in understanding many of the basic functions of the brain necessary for how this can be applied to medical disorders like autism, stroke, TBI, and hydrocephalus, to name a few.
I've done my part in my work with hydrocephalus, and with drumming and the brain. Now it's your turn.


Hello! Today I just wanted to do a little round up of some things I've been sharing on Instagram. Happy Tuesday!
The temps are getting better, but for awhile negative temps meant pulling out my warmest items. I got this faux fur scarf from Asos last year, and they have a very similar one right now! And this NYX butter balm is also amazing.
Nothing like fresh flowers, especially this time of year! I tend to opt for the filler flowers that aren't as expensive, but still bring some color to our apartment. I've also been loving this candle from Target. It looks especially beautiful when lit at night, some of the light shines through.
Some winter beauty essentials: Argan oil, cream blush, hand cream, my NEW favorite beauty product, a creamy oil for multiple uses and NARS lip color.
A new handbag from JustFab and some bow pumps.
cute snaps, love the furry scarf.
Seriously obsessing over your scarf!!
Your new bag and shoes are SO cute!!
I have a very similar scarf I was gifted in a dark navy! I love the makeup pic, I also love your insta photos girlie!
That fur scarf is so cute on you! I love the pumps too!
your fur scarf looks amazing. Also what pretty flowers.
Gorgeous bag and shoes! Hopefully the temps are getting better for ya!
I love all of the pictures. Those heels in the last photo are absolutely gorgeous!
Love that new bag + bow pumps! So adorable!
These photos are so lovely! Love the flowers especially!
I feel like I totally lack good instagram picture taking skills, so I totally admire all of these pictures! Love the Sole Society pumps!
That first lip picture killllllllssss me. I love it! Tyra would be proud.
Loving the fur snood! I have been obsessed with NYX lipstick lately. And I'm loving the heels in the last picture! Hope you have a great weekend.
Ekkkk! Negative temps?! So glad it's starting to warm up! There's a cold front coming through here tonight and next week is suppose to be cold! High 60s! Burrr haha! Have a great weekend!
Such pretty flowers, and I love the candle, too! Candles are always so beautiful and relaxing when I light them at night. I definitely have to check out those beauty products, as well, they sound amazing.
SUper cute bag! I just ordered a bag from JustFab. Love the Sole Society heels too!
What a beautiful post. Your fur snood, bow tweed pumps and red bag are all gorgeous accessories.
Happy Monday Doll! <3 Ada.


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#include <aws/config/model/RemediationParameterValue.h>
#include <aws/core/utils/json/JsonSerializer.h>

#include <utility>

using namespace Aws::Utils::Json;
using namespace Aws::Utils;

namespace Aws
{
namespace ConfigService
{
namespace Model
{

RemediationParameterValue::RemediationParameterValue() :
    m_resourceValueHasBeenSet(false),
    m_staticValueHasBeenSet(false)
{
}

RemediationParameterValue::RemediationParameterValue(JsonView jsonValue) :
    m_resourceValueHasBeenSet(false),
    m_staticValueHasBeenSet(false)
{
  *this = jsonValue;
}

RemediationParameterValue& RemediationParameterValue::operator =(JsonView jsonValue)
{
  if(jsonValue.ValueExists("ResourceValue"))
  {
    m_resourceValue = jsonValue.GetObject("ResourceValue");

    m_resourceValueHasBeenSet = true;
  }

  if(jsonValue.ValueExists("StaticValue"))
  {
    m_staticValue = jsonValue.GetObject("StaticValue");

    m_staticValueHasBeenSet = true;
  }

  return *this;
}

JsonValue RemediationParameterValue::Jsonize() const
{
  JsonValue payload;

  if(m_resourceValueHasBeenSet)
  {
   payload.WithObject("ResourceValue", m_resourceValue.Jsonize());

  }

  if(m_staticValueHasBeenSet)
  {
   payload.WithObject("StaticValue", m_staticValue.Jsonize());

  }

  return payload;
}

} // namespace Model
} // namespace ConfigService
} // namespace Aws


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Foreign Ministry Announces Funeral Arrangements for fallen Liberian Ambassador H.E. Mary-Ann Fossung
Fallen Liberian Ambassador Her Excellency Mary-Ann Fossung.
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The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the funeral arrangements for fallen Liberian Ambassador Her Excellency Mary-Ann Fossung.
According to a Foreign Ministry release, on Tuesday March 3, 2020, the Book of Condolence for the late Mary-Ann Fossung will be opened in the Foyer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Liberia.
The signing of the Book of Condolence is scheduled to begin at ten-thirty ante meridians.
On Tuesday March 3, 2020, the President of the Republic of Liberia, H.E. Dr. George Manneh Weah and members of the Cabinet will sign the Book of Condolence for the fallen Liberian Ambassador beginning from 10AM to 11AM.
Between 11:05 to 11:45, The Vice President of Liberia Her Excellency Madam Jewel Howard Taylor and Members of the Liberian Senate will sign the Book of Condolence followed by the Speaker and Members of the House of Representatives between 11:50AM to 12:35PM.
His Honor the Chief Justice and Associate Justices of the Supreme Court will sign the Book of Condolence beginning at 12:40 to 1:05PM to be followed by Former Heads of State, Former Vice Heads of State and Former First lady from 1:10PM to 1:30PM.
The Doyen and Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Members of the Consular Corp and Heads of International Organizations will sign the Book of Condolence from 1:35PM to 2:05PM which will be followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Family, including current and former Ambassadors beginning from 2:10PM to 3:00PM.
Officials of the Liberian Government are scheduled to sign the Book of Condolence for the late Ambassador beginning from 3:05 to 3:30 which will be followed by Former Government Officials, the Clergy, the National Muslim Council and the general Public at separate time on the same date.
On Wednesday March 4, 2020 the wake-keeping for the late Her Excellency Mary-Ann Fossung will be held at the Providence Baptist Church on Ashmun Street, beginning from Seven O'clock Post meridian to Eleven O'clock Post meridian.
The release furthered, on Thursday March 5, 2020, at Nine O'clock ante meridian, the body of her Excellency Mary-Ann Fossung will be removed from the Samuel A. Stryker Funeral Parlors in Sinkor and taken to the Providence Baptist Church on Ashmun Street where the funeral rites will be said over the remains beginning at ten O'clock ante meridian. Interment will follow right after at the Roycevill Cemetery in Montserrado County.
Meanwhile, as mark of last respect and tribute to the late Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Liberia to the Republic of Senegal, President George Manneh Weah has declared a period of mourning from Tuesday, March 3, 2020 through Thursday March 5, 2020 during which time the national ensign of the Republic will be flown at half-mast from all public buildings in Montserrado County from Eight O'clock ante meridian to Six O'clock post meridian.
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Back in 2013 I had the pleasure of first meeting Kara, Kenzie, and Kami when I photographed they're gorgeous country wedding. They're really the sweetest little bunch; I remember having such a blast just being in the company of their friends and family on their wedding day. Kara and I became friends on social media and stayed in touch here and there over the years and occasionally chatted online.
So, we set a date and began figuring out the details on how we would announce it. We came together to make a plan that would surely fool the two of them. And, (spoiler alert) it did!
We started off with shooting like any other family session, then told Kara we could break out the props she brought along with her which were 3 chalkboard signs. On them I asked that they each write what they are thankful for but to keep it a secret and not show anyone else, and then we would one-by-one reveal what they wrote.
Goosebumps and tears, ya'll! It meant so, so much to me to be able to be such a significant part of this event in their lives. I was the first person Kara told and literally no one else knew but the two of us before she announced it to her family. It sessions like these that make what I do SO incredibly special and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.
Check out the rest of their gallery in sequential order below, you really don't want to miss the 'after' photos!
Back in early August I was contacted by Evelyn who wanted to book a session for her and her three sisters before she headed back off to college. For a slight moment I was a bit hesitant solely because I hadn't photographed a group of teenage girls before, but it sounded like nothing but fun and I'm always up for something new!
Check out some of the images from their 'sister session' below!


This year will be remembered as the year we had pizza for Christmas dinner. Not just pizza – but reheated frozen pizza leftover from another meal.
Our family has never celebrated Christmas with a large Christmas dinner. We usually enjoy our morning and eat brunch either after we have opened presents – or when taking a break from the unwrapping festivities. The rest of the day is then spent enjoying our Christmas treasures: building legos or playing a new family game that arrived – while snacking on spinach dip, popcorn or Christmas cookies. I am always thankful that I have the time to spend with my family and not in the kitchen. This year I was glad to just lie on the couch.
The tradition of "no Christmas dinner" took on a new meaning and level of thankfulness as I slept most of Christmas afternoon. I am not one to be sick, but I acquired a bug that has knocked me out for about three days. When my youngest came over to the couch (because I was too stubborn to go to bed – I still wanted to be there to watch my children enjoy playing with their new toys/legos/games) and asked me what was for dinner, my first response was, "Pizza." The look of sheer joy on his face was priceless.
Of course the only pizza we had was frozen leftover pizza from…well, I'm not sure when. But it was reheated and "delicious" according to my 7-year-old. Perhaps we have a new Christmas dinner tradition.
Every day we talk to and meet people and often have no idea what is going on in their lives. I heard a wonderful story that brought me to tears from a mom I know casually at our sons' school.
This woman's daughter was born December 8th, 2003, at 26 weeks. Because of her early arrival, the baby was in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) during the holidays. One day while visiting her newborn, there was an unsigned note attached to her chart that read, "We're praying for you. We know how hard it is to have a sick baby at Christmastime." It made this mother's heart smile at a difficult time.
Each year on my daughter's birthday, we go out and buy little gifts for the babies in the NICU at the hospital. Then we go visit with the outfits and leave notes that read, 'We're praying for you; we know how hard it is to have a sick baby during the holidays.' It is my daughter's favorite part of her birthday. Ask her; she'll tell you all about it.
I was moved to tears when I heard this; proud of the little girl who spends her birthday making others happy and proud to know this mother who is instilling this wonderful gift of giving in her daughter.
We all face our challenges and we all find goodness during our times of need. I hope, like this mother, that we all reciprocate and be the goodness for others, during the holidays and year-round.
I tried to think back to our conversation. As much as I truly enjoyed it, I could not remember exactly what piece of my mom's advice I had shared with her. I admitted as much to my mom when I forwarded to her the note of thanks. And then two things dawned on me: 1) it did not matter to my mom what I had shared, I know she was just touched that I had shared something of her with my friend; and 2) I too treasure the advice my mom has shared with me. Clearly – because even though I couldn't remember what I shared, I had valued it enough to pass it along. Perhaps it had become so ingrained in my thinking and way of living, that it was hard to separate my mom's thoughts from my own.
During this holiday season, as we reflect upon what is most important in our lives, I am learning each day (and each year) how much I appreciate tradition. Whether it is a family decoration that is displayed every year, an advent wreath from my grandfather, or a piece of advice from my mom, I keep each close to my heart.
Advent is my favorite time of year. I love Christmas decorations, I love shopping for that perfect gift, I love the Christmas carols and the baking and the chaos of celebrating the joys of the season. But this year I realized something else, more than anything I love that Christmas is about Christ. This might seem like heavy religion for some, but all of the pageantry is just show without the true heart of the season.
I realized this on the first Sunday in Advent. We had decorated, trimmed the tree and begun baking Christmas cookies, but for some reason I did not feel spirited (and if you have seen our house- that is saying something…each room is decorated with lights, bows, nativities, santas…you name it!) Yet, when we sat down for breakfast on first Advent Sunday, read our first Advent reading and lit the first candle, I felt a sudden peace. I was grounded in the scripture reading. I relaxed while singing the hymn and I smiled as I watched my children take the morning prayer with reverence. It was Christmas time.
For all the decorating, baking, caroling and gift-giving we do, it was the simple act of sitting down, lighting a candle with my family and listening to the story of Christ's birth that gave me the most joy as we begin this Christmas season. It was a wonderful reminder – at this wonderful time of year – to be thankful and to remember the true meaning of the decorating, baking and caroling: the great gift of God's love.


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Williams Theatre Program to Close Season with "Silent Sky"
The Williams Baptist University theatre program will close its 2017-18 season with Lauren Gunderson's "Silent Sky." The production will run Thursday, April 5, and Friday, April 6, in WBU's Old Chapel.
The play tells the true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt and explores a woman's place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women's ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them.
When Leavitt begins work at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s, she isn't allowed to touch a telescope or express an original idea. Instead, she joins a group of women "computers," charting the stars for a renowned astronomer who calculates projects in "girl hours" and has no time for the women's theories.
"It is very similar to the story behind 'Hidden Figures,'" explained Melinda Williams, director of the production. "It tells the story of women who made great contributions in the field of science and astronomy."
The director went on to add that the plot also involves the conflict of balancing personal and professional lives. "This conflict is something that we all deal with and apparently have for centuries," Williams noted.
Appearing in the production are Allison Turbyeville of Black Rock, MaKenzie Free of Beebe, Kristin Britt of Chandler, Tex., Melanie McKuin of Dexter, Mo., and Luke Windham of Capetown, South Africa.
"Portraying characters based on real people presents new challenges to the actors," Williams said. "It turns into a wonderful teaching experience."
Admission to the play will be $5 general public and $3 for senior citizens and students. Curtain time is set for 7:30 p.m. each night.
Williams is a Christian university in Walnut Ridge. It will officially become Williams Baptist University in July.
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Q: tensorflow error occur on tf.matmul I have error in 13 lines y = tf.matmul(W, x_data) + b below codes,
I cant understand reason
import tensorflow as tf
import numpy as np

x_data = np.float32(np.random.rand(2, 100))
y_data = np.dot([0.100, 0.200], x_data) + 0.300

b = tf.Variable(tf.zeros([1]))

W = tf.Variable(tf.random_uniform([1, 2], -1.0, 1.0))
y = tf.matmul(W, x_data) + b

loss = tf.reduce_mean(tf.square(y - y_data))
optimizer = tf.train.GradientDescentOptimizer(0.5)

train = optimizer.minimize(loss)
init = tf.initialize_all_variables()

sess = tf.Session()
sess.run(init)
#sess.run(x_data)
for step in xrange(0, 201):
    sess.run(train)
    if step % 20 == 0:
        print step, sess.run(W), sess.run(b)
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Manchester United captain-turned-coach Michael Carrick loves working with the "great Jose Mourinho"
Michael Carrick has spoken candidly about suffereing depression after Man United's Champions League Final loss in 2009.
Michael Carrick's switch from Manchester United's playing squad to the backroom team will be instant - with Saturday's FA Cup final his first coaching assignment.
Veteran midfielder Carrick hung up his boots on Sunday after playing 85 minutes of United's final Premier League game of the season against Watford.
The following day he began his new job as a member of manager Jose Mourinho's coaching staff, with the small matter of this weekend's clash with Chelsea at Wembley to prepare for.
"It changes overnight," Carrick said. "I am not training this week. I am going to jump on the staff."
The 36-year-old did have other options as he approached the end of his playing career but the chance to work under Mourinho was too good to refuse.
"A couple of years ago I thought maybe it would be a good thing to spend time with the family, but then it's about timing and opportunities," said Carrick, who made 464 appearances for United over 12 years after earlier spells with West Ham and Tottenham.
"You never know what is going to be around the corner. As soon as this came up I didn't think twice.
"He is one of the best, he's been around for many years and it all fits in. I've been at this club, and it is such a great club, so I obviously know the club and the manager.
"So learning from him and the backroom staff, and trying to bring the kids through and have an influence on that just fits. Hopefully it still fits in a couple of years' time."
Michael Carrick signed off his Man United playing career with a win as his side sunk Watford at Old Trafford.
Manchester United captain Michael Carrick has announced his intention to retire at the end of the season and join Jose Mourinho's coaching staff.
The 36-year-old is the longest-serving player at Old Trafford, having joined from Tottenham in 2006 and gone onto win the Champions League and five Premier League titles, among many other trophies.
Carrick, capped 34 times by England, has looked likely to leave United in recent summers only to pen extensions at a club that rewarded his fine service with a testimonial last year.
The 36-year-old was handed the captain's armband last summer after the exit of Wayne Rooney but has only made three starts in all competitions this season.
It has long been expected that Carrick would hang up his boots at the end of the campaign - something the veteran confirmed on Monday, along with his intention to take up manager Mourinho's offer to join the coaching staff.
"There comes a time when as much as you like it or don't like it, your body tells you it's time to stop playing football," the 36-year-old said.
"So that's pretty much where I'm at, which is fine. It's something you've got to accept so that's where I am at.
"It's kind of been sorted out (for a coaching role). We're still talking about it, to be honest, so there's nothing to totally confirm as yet.
Midfielders Marouane Fellaini and Michael Carrick will miss Manchester United's Champions League clash with CSKA Moscow due to injury.
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick spoke to Gabriel Clarke about his foundation and the work it's doing.
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has signed a new one-year deal with the Premier League club.
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has signed a new one-year deal at Old Trafford, according to Paddy Crerand.
The former United defender told MUTV that veteran midfielder Carrick will stay on in Manchester following the arrival of Jose Mourinho.
Something that happened today that nobody has mentioned, and I'm delighted that he has signed another contract: Michael Carrick. He's signed a contract for another year.
There was a situation where it looked as if his contract was up at the end of this year and that was it, but from what I'm gathering he's there for another year.


Moving industry software isn't known for its beautiful, cutting edge design and usability. Usually, factors like functionality and reliability are prioritized over design. And this seems to be an industry trend. Maybe this is the case because the available software is a reflection of the industry's attitude? People in the moving industry are, generically speaking, practical-minded and use a no-nonsense approach. The characteristics of the software correspond to those values.
First, we have to understand that design is not just "making something look good". A good design is one of the cornerstones of usability. Usability is part of the broader term "user experience" and refers to the ease of use of a product. A usable interface has three main outcomes: it should be easy for the user to become familiar with and competent in using the interface, it should be easy for users to achieve their objective and it should be easy to recall the user interface and how to use it on subsequent visits.
That doesn't sound so hard, does it? In reality, designing the product is one of the most challenging parts of the process. First of all, a perfect design does not exist. Unlike a math problem, there is no unique correct solution. Studies have shown that the most important decisions about the design of a product are made at the beginning of the design process. Unfortunately, the designer knows comparatively little about the design problems at that time.
During my time in the moving industry, I have noticed that people tend to accept existing operating procedures as explained to them and follow them as it is explained to be the truth. There is nothing wrong with that and to some extent, this worked for me most of the time. Currently, our team is working to build the new move management system Reedge. This project challenges me in different ways and forces me to change my working methods.
In my role as Product Owner, I am expected to go through every little detail of every piece of design. Often, I realize that I got used to standard operating procedures of my previous job. Design is an ongoing process and we contently have to challenge the design. The key question that keeps us focussed is: "why?". Why does the user need that piece of information? Why does a user have to do that?
If we keep asking ourselves that question, we can come up with the very best solutions to relatively complex issues. I firmly believe that the question "why?" will help us make Reedge the most efficient piece of software known to the moving industry.
Paul van de Sande is the product owner of Reedge. From his experience within the moving industry, he knows that organizing a move comes with quite an administrative burden. The main goal of Reedge is to help moving companies make that burden better manageable, so they can focus on providing the best service to their customers. Do you want to know more about this subject or Reedge? Feel free to contact Paul through paul@move4u.com.


Lauren has worked in Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF) since 2003. Prior to joining the Oreon Partners team in 2014 as an SMSF Senior Manager, Lauren was an SMSF Manager and Accountant at a mid-tier Adelaide accounting firm.
Clients describe Lauren as reliable and friendly with a commitment to achieve the best results for them, whilst maintaining their peace of mind. Lauren is organised and has an incredible amount of SMSF knowledge which she enjoys sharing with her clients and colleagues.
In addition to her expertise in superannuation funds, Lauren has additional skills in accounting and taxation.


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A Fool for a Client
The Stanley Hastings Mysteries, Book 20
By: Parnell Hall
Narrated by: Johnny Heller
Series: Stanley Hastings, Book 20
Categories: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective
A Puzzle to Be Named Later
Narrated by: Nan McNamara
Cora couldn't have been happier: Matt Greystone was coming to town! The rookie sensation had just signed a huge contract with the Yankees, coming to the team from Arizona, where he won 17 games as a starting pitcher for the Diamondbacks. But an arm injury requiring rehab had sidelined his meteoric rise, and this was her chance to meet him! A diehard Yankee fan, Cora was delighted when Matt invited her to a weekend pool party. On the plus side, she got to meet Derek Jeter. On the minus side, she had a puzzle of her own to solve when a couple of guests got killed.
More Please
By Cheryl Waters on 11-02-18
By: Stuart Woods, Parnell Hall
Narrated by: Tony Roberts
When President Kate Lee calls Stone Barrington to Washington on an urgent matter, it's soon clear that a potentially disastrous situation requires the kind of help more delicate than even he can provide...and he knows just the right man for the job. Teddy Fay: ex-CIA, master of disguise, and a gentleman not known for abiding by legal niceties in the pursuit of his own brand of justice.
Teddy Fay
By Kindle Customer on 03-12-18
A Stanley Hastings Mystery, Book 17
Narrated by: Christopher Kipiniak
Poor Stanley Hastings. After getting hired by a hit man and nearly getting shot, the put-upon PI needed some fun, so when a gorgeous damsel in distress walked through his office door she seemed just what the doctor ordered. Wrong again. The fair maiden turned out to be a married mom who wanted Stanley to find out why her teenage daughter was skipping school. Playing truant officer wasn't exactly Stanley's idea of fun, but at least it should be easy. Fat chance.
Did not care for it
By NoRiffRaff24 on 08-30-18
A Stanley Hastings Mystery
Narrated by: Allen O'Reilly
A contract killer who wants out of the game, Kessler hires Stanley mostly to watch his back in the event that someone of similar professional skills is shadowing him. Someone is, in fact, only Stanley fails to spot him and dead bodies are soon piling messily up. The hapless Stanley thus begins an odyssey around Manhattan in his attempt to uncover just what did go down, and why, during his client's last, decidedly dirty, job.
Stone Barrington, Book 50
By: Stuart Woods
Stone Barrington is getting some much-needed rest and relaxation in the Florida sun when trouble falls from the sky - literally. Intrigued by the suspicious circumstances surrounding this event, Stone joins forces with a sharp-witted and alluring local detective to investigate. But they run into a problem: The evidence keeps disappearing.
Completely ridiculous.
By Cloverleafgirl on 08-22-19
A Stone Barrington Novel, Book 51
Stone Barrington is trying to enjoy some downtime at his English retreat, when he's unceremoniously sent off to the remote reaches of the UK and into a deadly snare. As it turns out, this is only the first volley by a rival power, one that has its eyes set on disrupting the peace of the nation. With the help of two brilliant and stunning women, Stone must leverage a new position of power to capture a villain with a lethal agenda. But the closer he comes to nabbing the culprit, the more he realizes there's a bigger plan at work, and a true mastermind who's a force to be reckoned with.
disappointing plot.
By Nan Christianson on 10-18-19
A young woman found naked and stabbed to death in her apartment - it's the type of case that should be perfect for Stanley Hastings. Instead it's his nightmare. It's a sensational murder trial. The woman was the girlfriend of Hastings' boss, Richard Rosenberg, and the hotshot lawyer is charged with killing her. Now Richard's in court fighting for his life, and Stanley's out on the firing line trying to dig up some evidence in his favor. It won't be easy. The murdered woman was a law clerk for a prominent judge, and everyone Stanley needs to question is currently tied up in a high-profile global banking trial.
As Stanley races back and forth between two courtrooms, searching for the key to the mystery through investigative techniques that could easily get him charged as an accessory, every fact tends to point to Richard's guilt: DNA evidence proves he is the man who had sex with the victim just before she died, eyewitnesses put him at the scene of the crime, and his fingerprints are on the murder weapon.
In desperation, Richard resorts to a series of courtroom tactics so outrageous they would make Perry Mason blush. Before the case is over, everyone in the courtroom will be convinced that not only does Richard Rosenberg have a fool for a client, but the client has a fool for a lawyer.
©2015 Parnell Hall (P)2015 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
Skin Game
The Dictator's Handbook


Everyone's path through Medicare is different, and the road you take depends on your health care priorities. Under Medicare, you have different options to consider for how you want to receive your benefits. If you're keen to keep seeing a beloved endocrinologist, you'll focus on retaining access to your current providers.


When I try to connect to my hard disk on my Leopard machine from my OS 7 mac the chooser quits with a message saying application unknown has unexpectedly quit with a type 1 error. I'm running OS 7.6.1 with all the updates, and am sure I followed the instructions right. Any ideas?
What model of Mac are you using? So far, it looks like a Color Classic problem with me and Drumace.
Just found out that I can connect to my iMac with 10.5 by using AFP Enagage! that comes with Shareware IP. It doesn't let you log in as the owner, like the chooser offers, but it will get you connected to shares you have manually setup in OS X. Note: Mine give me an error that it fails to mount the AFP URL I've typed in, but it mounts regardless.
I've had the same problem with my PB 170 and PB 190 (http://forums.system7today.com/viewtopic.php?t=1294). In each case, my old Powerbooks crash after Step 4 in the Tutorial (http://main.system7today.com/articles/leopard/tutorial1/index.html). I have done fresh installs of 7.6.1 on both machines, and a fresh install of 8.1 on the PB 190, all according to the rules posted on S7T, including using OT 1.1.2 and 1.3, and Appleshare 3.7.4, 3.8.3 and 3.8.7, but no luck. Incidentally, LPR printing to Leopard shared printers using LaserWriter 8.6 is also broken. I am networking to a (original) MacBook server, or an iBook 1.07GHz server, both over AirPort, whereas the clients are on ethernet (PB170) and WaveLAN wireless (PB190). Both work in reverse using Shareway IP.
Based on previous comments and the fact I've tried PPC and Intel machines, I don't think it's a 68k/Leopard problem or a 68k/PPC/Intel issue.
Furthermore, under sharing setup in Leopard, even after the System 7 powerbook has crashed, Leopard shows "1 user connected"
My 12" Powerbook G4 1GHz using Tiger still networks like a champ in both directions.
I'd be interested to hear the configurations that have worked for other users out there, and if anyone has any further insight into this issue!
Has anybody been able to resolve the issue with Leopard and system 7? Currently, I am not able to set up a working connection either way between my Powerbook 180c, running System 7.5.5, and my PM G4 with 10.5.7. When trying to connect from the G4 to the Powerbook with the help of ShareWay IP, I can see the G4 on the monitor of ShareWay and the Powerbook even appears in the Leopard-Finder, but only for a short time, then it disappears again. From System 7 to Leopard, I can access the G4 in the Chooser only as guest, and after having chosen one of the shares, the chooser crashes.
In Tiger, at least the connection from System 7 to Tiger used to work flawlessly.
I have had no success making this work either.
OpenDoor still supports Shareway back to System 7.5.5 and it might be worthwhile to contact them for ideas and/or procedures to make it work. You will note on the Shareway site that it states it works with 10.5.
Another somewhat kludgy work around is to enable ftp services on Mac OS X 10.5 and use an FTP program such as Fetch to access files on the OS X 10.5 machine.


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Mission #71 – Day 2 – Wednesday, February 21, 2018
First full day began with early birds – the human kind!
Sister began with introductions of our key personnel: Mauricio who is our administrator and Magaly who is the assistant administrator. We began in 1 barrio, Chiquilistagua, and then a few years later we added Nejapa; now we serve in 13 barrios through their guidance and linkages throughout the region. Hilary was introduced who is being mentored by Magaly. She was sponsored by Megan Murray as a young child and is now in third year of university. She has volunteered for 50-60 hours a week and within this past year became a part-time staff member working based on her college schedule. "Hillary represents the best of what is happening in this country," said Sister, "and the hope of the Mission."
Sister then introduced Diana who we used to know under another name. She will be in training as one of our translators this week as she knows the Mission well having been connected with us for years.
Other logistics for the day were covered with Sister reminding us about conserving water and electricity.
We reviewed the Assignment Board for today which included most everyone one involved in Orientation. And our word for the day was aventura and that is what we're going to be about his week!
Sister told us that one of major ECO tasks which was to be the training of 50 families with a water filter. We found out that the filters won't be available from the factory until March.
This morning's opening song was, "Anyway," by Martina McBride. Sister asked us to reflect on how the words reflected our hopes and dreams for the week as well as those of the people we serve. "You can spend your whole life building," she noted, "but do we stop hoping, dreaming and loving just because something bad has happened?"
"I really believe most people simply want to make a difference; feel appreciated and needed, wishing the best for others."
After listening, Sister spoke about 'dreaming it anyway' – including the people in this community. Karen commented that our dreams can be based on someone else's hopes: "Dream big for the people here. It can happen!"
"It is the dreams of Mauricio and Magaly that help us to become better people building lives for to prepare something."
Sophia took the poem, Hope, written by Sister Debbie and created a lyrical piece she performed as Sister read it.
In closing, Sister then quoted Dorothy Day saying, "No one has a right to sit down and feel hopeless, there's just too much work to do."
As Sister, Carol, Griselle, Adam, Diana, James & Henry went with Mauricio and Magaly to CARITAS, the rest of us continued with our Orientation. We broke into various groups and were guided around our facility and property to learn about the projects we do, people we serve, the history of the Flores family and the property in this area plus ways to make the coming week easier as we pick up speed this afternoon.
Most took a walk around the block to learn about the early Mission days and see the church as well as the Niño Jesus de Praga School.
Returning to NiCasa, some of the leaders of certain tasks were already hard at work: Sharalyn was organizing and tracking medicines to be distributed to hospitals and clinics; the HIV Party gifts were being compiled from items in the suitcases by Debbie F., Karen, Haley, Griselle and Diana; suitcase sorting was deftly coordinated by Suzanne, Sue McDonnell and Susan Schneider-Rice.
After lunch, the suitcase sorting and sponsor gift sorting continued while Sharalyn led a group to Guadelupe Clinic to perform gynecological exams which included Griselle as translator and Susan Quinn and Kari as medical staff.
Our first Home Shelter crew of Mission #71 was led by James Carlin with Mario, Hans, Catherine, Christine, Rachel and Tanner. The first house was built for Luis Lopez and Jessinia Naraez in Cedro Galan which was sponsored by Tom Borgen in honor of the Borgen and Borsuk families.
The second home shelter was built for Maria Isabel Traña in Barrio Solano which was sponsored by Father Carrara.
Rice & Beans went to Cedro Galan with Sophia, Sophie, Bella, Ron, Jim, Anne, Haley and Aliceson handing out the bags of rice & beans to a portion of that community as well as small toys and items to children and parents.
Sorting of home shelter materials for the next 10 casitas was accomplished by Paul, Ryan, Stew, Craig, Olivia and Doug. Being a very warm day with a light breeze, the heat didn't hit them until they stopped!
A new project on this Mission is to set up Lab-in-a-Box at 10 schools with which we are involved. Today, after spending yesterday afternoon and this morning preparing the equipment, the large monitor tvs and computers were delivered by Carol, Mica, Tom, Jacob, Stacia and Allison to Chiquilistagua Public School, Niño Jesus de Praga and to Trinidad School. At the latter, the water filtration project was also installed.
A few people were done with their tasks already, so their 'mystery ride' was to join them on the Lab-in-the-Box deliveries and setups: Debbie F., Suzanne, Karen, Susan S., Sue M., Olivia, Pascale, Hope & Andrew.
A few men had some time on their hands (!!) so they jumped in and added an extra step to many of the bunks to make it easier for those on top to access their beds. Thanks go to Ryan, Stew, Jim, Doug, Henry and Paul!
We had a sudden downpour of rain late this afternoon which lasted about 2 minutes – that's very different for February. Even the locals remarked that it was strange. In the summer we get the intense rain but it will last for a while.
Sister began tonight's meeting with asking us to sit next to someone we really don't know or have had a conversation with in the last few years. She then asked us to have a conversation with that person and the buzz began.
Sister Stephanie noted that there is a jar of Ginger Root in the kitchen on the counter for anyone who needs it 😉 In all seriousness, it is a wonderful herbal remedy for nausea.
As the rain suddenly came down very hard, Sister announced there was no need for showers tonight! Within a few minutes, it was over.
Our sharing time began with Megan giving thanks to the entire Kitchen Crew today – they were a put-together team, according to her.
Mica spoke about the Lab-in-the-Box deliveries to 3 schools this afternoon, seeing their work of the morning setting up the equipment come to fruition.
Stacia shared her experience so far as one of the last arriving yesterday. "It was so amazing," she said, "to connect with some girls this morning and I have been getting to know people." Doing Lab-in-the-Box today she saw how the students are being inspired by projects connected with the Mission.
Olivia was part of the Mystery Ride and delivered the water filtration system first, then they went to Chiquilistagua Public School where she was thankful for Mica's translating abilities so they could connect with the little children.
Sister Stephanie was part of the group which took it to Niño and appreciated being there with the Carmelites who reacted as if it were Christmas. She inquired about Sister Rosa and discovered she is home taking care of her elderly mother. Sister Debbie remarked that when Sister Steph told her about the afternoon, she looked like it was Christmas!
Jacob also did the deliveries and expressed how the joy and happiness was so evident and the appreciation great. "Watching their faces light up was like opening a book," he said.
Sister Debbie thanked Allison and Carol who coordinated this project through Providence College. She noted that there were individual donors as well as funding from the Greg Pinard Fund. He was an educator in Vermont who connected with the Mission in his last few years of life and his funds are to give people a step up in this country – and what a step up the Lab-in-a-Box is for both students and their instructors.
Jim told us that Ron is a pushover on Rice & Beans. Ron explained that he brought fidget spinners and gave them to the pre-teens who were very thankful. "They have beautiful eyes," he remarked.
Sue Q. spoke about the Guadelupe Clinic which she found interesting in that many had questions and concerns which were able to be answered about their bodies and life stages.
Sister told us that her day began at the lawyer's then they worked on the spreadsheets with Magaly and Mauricio which Carol taught them last year. It is in the cloud so Mauricio and Magaly were amazed as data was entered and they saw it immediately. "We have also learned much from them," Sister said. "It has been a tremendous learning experience for all."
Sister gave Adam a shout out for riding in a truck all day with her and Carol! She then said that her assistant, who is also the Treasurer for the Mission, is Suzanne – who is a gift from God.
Carol mentioned tomorrow morning we have guests coming from Boston at 6:45am. Carla and her teacher have been engaged with fundraising for "Days for Girls" in her high school. She will be with us as a translator for us for the next few days. The organization connected Carla with us as she wanted to meet an NGO who actually gives the product to the girls and be part of the distribution of the kits which we will do on Saturday morning.
For the 20th Anniversary, Sister Stephanie offered to do evening prayer!! She spoke of the people in our lives who modeled how to treat people regardless of economic status. She referenced her parents who did so much for their nieces and nephews and how she learned to be so giving. She then invited us to join together singing, "Standing On The Shoulders," by Joyce Johnson Rouse. We held hands as we wound down our time together today, many of us thinking about those in our families who went before us and drew us into this Mission family. <tears>
Our special treat after the meeting was M & Ms donated by Susan and Stacia.
Many gathered in the breezeway for the hour or so before 'lights out' with giggling and laughter as they played cards, while some others wrote in their journals or continued sorting items for distribution tomorrow; some medical people were learning about a trauma kit Jim and Chris brought and bought for the Mission to make the Outreach much easier – which will begin tomorrow.
That's all for this evening….sweet dreams!
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Furniture Update, out now on Steam!
Month 13 of Landlord's Super Early Access.
Last month we finally released the Furniture Update into the main branch of Steam! Combined with the positive support of our fans, a couple of sales and some really great streamers picking up the game, the update really got the attention it deserves.
With that milestone complete, we're sure you'll be interested in what's next. Well, for us, we'll be spending a little bit of time moving home, but once that's out of the way it's back into the next update for the game. Read on to find out what the plans are there.
Furniture Update Now Available
The Furniture Update is now fully available on Steam. If you missed the announcement, or patch notes, you can view them here. The Furniture Update not only adds in 100s of new pieces of furniture but also includes new music, jobs, and mechanics further enhancing the Landlord's Super game experience. It is the biggest content update the game has had since starting Early Access, making it a perfect time to jump back in.
MODDABLE FEATURES
As the core of the game becomes more fleshed out, we've started to add in a few moddable elements to the game. This is a trend we'll likely continue if it's something the community likes. For now, the moddable elements in the game are as follows.
Blank Tape Audio Files
Fill the blank tape with up to 20 .wav audio files of your choice, listen to a podcast, or load up the first album you ever purchased!
Blank Tape Texture
With the audio loaded, change the appearance of the tape so you can show off what you're listening to
There's currently 5 paintings featuring Ruta's beautiful art with more to come. Each one can be swapped out for any .png image through the StreamingAssets folder.
Those of you who have seen the current roadmap will noticed that the next planned step is shown as the Supper & Tea update. This won't actually be the focus for the next update. Instead, we'll be moving straight onto the Free Build update.
The reason for this change is partly that the Furniture update took us longer than expected, but mainly because we're uncomfortable being a year on from starting Early Access and still missing an end game.
The plan then, is to start work on this update as soon as we're done moving. Bug fixes will be at a break for now, as the work required for Free Build will require rebuilding fundamental aspects of the game.
If you're not comfortable waiting for an extended period of time for the content update – and are prepared for buggy content – we'll be opening up the In-Dev branch again as soon as it's available to do so, releasing content in phases.
The first phase of this update will likely focus on the removal and placement of interior walls. With us finding a workable solution for this that still allows tenants to rent the property. Then moving onto foundation and outer wall placement (the struggle here currently is figuring out how roof generation will work, but we'll figure that out as we understand the problems better).
Regardless, this is likely be the hardest and most demanding change the game has had since starting EA last year, so we please ask for patience and understanding while we're working away at it. We never originally planned for this, but we really don't want to let the community down so we think it's worth the effort.
Other than interior and exterior wall and foundation placements (Finally! Bigger properties!), we'll be using this update to add an end game loop and game ending state, more jobs, pad support and hopefully open up the way to start localising the game. Though this last point is dependent on whether script files are complete.
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT
In this month's highlight we look at the exceptional interior design skills of Kallecarlund's from over in the Discord, and also from the Discord, Horn shows us a unique perspective of Ronnies Supply Store. Nice!
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