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Project House, 6 weeks on...
Six weeks in already?? In some ways it feels like it's been a lifetime already but then I look back at the original photos {here} and realise just how much has changed in that time. You can see the update on week 2 here and week 4 here. And it's been a busy time all round with that long Easter weekend originally and then the bank holiday with numerous birthdays etc to slow us down along the way. We've also not worked any weekends on the house, just needing some time away from it. This week we want to crack on as we're off to Italy next week. Originally we really wanted to move in this week before we go away but there's just no way that will happen. And that's just to renovate three rooms {bedroom, lounge, bathroom} and the hallway.
We haven't even touched the two spare bedrooms or dining room storing all of our boxes and furniture yet, or y'know that gross 70s kitchen which will have to stay until we get permission to extend. It's all taking longer than we thought, the perils of an old {and listed} building I guess, plus we still don't have a bathroom or even a cooker or a fridge! So I think we'll see how we go when we're back, there's no point moving in before we've got a couple of rooms finished. I felt a bit disheartened at the end of last week but lots of you on Insta reminded me that Rome wasn't built in a day and all that. Plus it really is our forever home so if it takes an extra month to get moved in then so be it. When the rooms are properly finished and furnished, I'll be posting full makeover posts on them with exactly how we did everything but for now a quick update and some recent photos:
The Hallway/front of the house:
We stripped back the old green carpet from the stairs, they need a fair bit of work to restore properly with lots of holes and cracks to fill. It's the original staircase which is over 200 years old, I can't even begin to imagine all the families and couples who have used it over the years. I had chosen Cornforth White by Farrow & Ball for the hall, stairs and landing but when it started going on I realised it was too dark. So had a mad dash out for a lighter, off white colour and settled on Wimbourne White by F&B instead. It's not actually in this photo, the white colour is just primer. We'll paint the stairs white and add a carpet runner with stair rods. But that will be once everythings finished or it will get trashed with builders/plumbers going up and down etc. We'll probably use the Cornforth White for the panelling.
At the top of the stairs we took out the ugly secondary glazing that was covering up this pretty window and the decorator restored the window and repainted it. It's small things like that that really make it all feel fresher and so much brighter/lighter.
The front door is the original and while we're keeping the colour on the front for now, the back is being stripped back and repainted this week.
I had planted these tubs up with tulips last Autumn before we knew we were moving, they were in the garden but I decided to bring them round to pretty the front of the house up a bit. We also repainted the wall and planted a climbing David Austin rose.
We also got an old galvanised trough from Kempton Antiques Market and placed it under the dining room window, we've planted it up with lavenders.
The wisteria has bloomed on the front of the house, I don't know how old the vine is or who actually planted it but I love love love it. And it smells amazing. We want to try and train it right across the house over the next few years.
The painting is all finished in here yay! This is the most finished room so far. We still need to sort the fireplace fitting though and cover up that airvent, choose some tiles for the hearth, protect the floors {I think I've decided to keep them bare rather than paint them white, it's more classic for longer term and we'll have lots of white elsewhere upstairs on boards which aren't so wide or nice}. We also need to fit a radiator, hang some curtains and fit the rails in the wardrobes.
We were waiting for a plumber for a couple of weeks to come and fit a new boiler. He came on Tuesday and we now have the said new boiler woohoo. Also there were so so many pipes in this bathroom all around the walls etc. They've now all been removed so that we can maximise space in the bathroom with smaller pipes. Ben's fitting tongue and groove panelling around the whole of the bathroom and will build a cupboard for the boiler. We bought the bath before we even got the house keys, it's from eBay surprise surprise. The fittings will all be antique brass in here and I'm thinking of keeping the panelling light, the floors white as it's a north facing room and then painting the bath a dark colour. We need to decide on tiles for the shower and order a shower screen/tray.
It's chaos everywhere else upstairs!
Plumbing fittings everywhereee.
Garden -
Nothing drastic has changed in the garden since the last post, I had one afternoon planting some new bits and the grass seed we sowed has come up well although we could do with another box or so. The paths have been finished off and gravelled and we got a new bench. It all still looks very new of course, to me gardens aren't pretty until they're a good couple of years old, established and overflowing with plants. But it will get there in time. We also had permission yesterday to remove some conifer trees yay so we've had tree surgeons round this week to quote to remove them, it will give us a lot more afternoon sun and feel more open when they've gone. We've put an application in to build a summer house, greenhouse and put new fencing around the whole plot. These are jobs which we should just be able to get on with but as it's a listed building and in conservation area, we need permission first which could take around 8 weeks. But to be honest we've got enough going on with the building work inside the house for now to worry about outside too much. I haven't taken anymore photos of the lounge as nothing at all has changed there until we get the floors done, which again can't be done until the upstairs is a bit more finished. Slowly, slowly! We'll get there in time.
R <3 xx
Tags: interiors, MakeoverMonday, project house
alfie and honey 10 May 2016 at 10:26
It's coming along great x
Serendipity Loves 10 May 2016 at 11:27
That's amazing progress in a further two weeks. I know we spoke last week, but you've come along way and it's a home for life. 😘 Italy is amazing. You will enjoy it and the house will look so different when you return with refreshed energy. X
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Katten Pro Bono Efforts...
Katten Pro Bono Efforts Help Save Lives, Rebuild Communities in War Zones
Twenty-One Attorneys Recognized for Volunteering Legal Help to Those in Need
(CHICAGO) Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP announced today that a team of six lawyers was honored for volunteering their legal help to an international humanitarian nonprofit organization that works to dismantle landmines and other deadly explosives left on battlefields in war-torn countries.
Those attorneys, presented recently with Katten's Pro Bono Service Awards, have provided legal aid to Mines Advisory Group (MAG) America, which raises awareness and funding for lifesaving work in far-flung countries such as Sri Lanka, Iraq and Nigeria. The organization shares the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize with International Campaign to Ban Landmines. The MAG mission is to clear landmines and unexploded bombs before they detonate so displaced families affected by armed violence and conflict can safely return to their communities and rebuild their lives.
"I am not qualified or capable of performing the dangerous tasks that MAG does around the world, removing landmines and destroying weapons and ammunition that remain after conflict," said Katten partner Steven P. Solow, who heads the firm's White Collar, Investigations and Compliance practice in Washington, DC. "Instead, the work we do here helps them do this very important work there."
The pro bono legal work that Katten does for MAG includes employment contracting, grant review and submission, tax advice, corporate governance, assistance on internal policies and guidance on anti-corruption and anti-fraud issues.
Katten's team of attorneys in Washington, DC, led by Solow in this effort, who received the pro bono award are Transactional Tax Planning partner Brandon D. Hadley, Structured Finance and Securitization partner Seth M. Messner, Litigation associate Johnjerica Hodge, and Structured Finance and Securitization associates John Kozak and John Sun.
"As lawyers, I believe it is our responsibility to use our skills and special talents to help vulnerable communities around the country and the world and to advocate for those who cannot afford legal services," said Katten Chairman Roger P. Furey. "The pro bono work that our attorneys do is rewarding for them and often life changing for those who benefit from these services."
In addition to the six attorneys honored for their work with MAG America, Katten lauded the outstanding pro bono efforts of other attorneys in various US offices.
This year's 19th annual Pro Bono Service Awards recipients, who each received a $1,000 honorarium to donate to a charity, provided a range of services, some of which include the following:
Noah R. Balch, partner, Litigation, Los Angeles, who counseled the Los Angeles 2018 Bid Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games on a range of matters.
Cristina E. Bautista, associate, Insolvency and Restructuring, Los Angeles, who is working with unaccompanied minors from Guatemala on obtaining legal status in the United States.
Zachary Denver, associate, Litigation, New York, who helped a Tibetan man facing potential torture and imprisonment in China obtain asylum in the United States.
David Halberstadter, partner, Litigation, Los Angeles, who provided editorial guidance and related legal advice to a women's rights publication.
Genus Heidary, associate, Litigation, Washington, DC, who performed legislative analysis related to government ordinances impacting the homeless community.
Joanna M. Hill, associate, Litigation, Los Angeles, who represented incarcerated women at their parole hearings and nonviolent offenders seeking clemency.
Timothy R. Knudsen, associate, Corporate, Chicago, who guided a young man through the asylum process so he can escape persecution for being gay in Moscow.
Nicholas E. Morrell, associate, Environmental and Workplace Safety, Houston, who secured asylum for a Syrian refugee.
Cynthia C. Reed, associate, Trusts and Estates, New York, who represented clients through South Brooklyn Legal Services on a range of matters.
Scott A. Resnik, partner, Litigation, New York, who handled a criminal appeal and conducted an internal investigation for a museum that uncovered misconduct.
Elizabeth Hermann Smith, associate, Commercial Finance, Chicago, who used her legal skills to establish an organization that entertains hospitalized children through magic.
Lindsey L. Smith, associate, Litigation, Charlotte, who represented children's best interests in custody disputes and issued recommendations to the court for custody.
Peter G. Wilson, partner, Litigation, Chicago, who has led associates in numerous asylum cases including preventing the deportation of a gay Jamaican man facing persecution in his home country.
Additionally, Guy Dempsey, of counsel in Financial Services, and Michael S. Gordon, a partner in Litigation, both in New York, received honorable mentions for their pro bono contributions.
"Our dedicated attorneys have demonstrated a steadfast devotion in representing pro bono clients, treating them with the dignity they deserve and giving them a glimmer of hope that the judicial system will work for them," said Jonathan Baum, Katten's director of Pro Bono Services.
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One can still see ruins from the Civil War, even to this day. Janney Furnace is one such ruin.
It's not fully known how it was originally constructed, but the best clue comes from an advertisement posted in 1844.
15 or 20 good able-bodied men, either black or white, can find constant employment, and liberal wages by applying at the Iron Works on Cane Creek in Benton County. Noah Good & Company."
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Searching for an accelerator? Upshift will help startups scale their sales
by Lauren Maffeo — in Entrepreneur
He grew up on a commune with no internet or TV. He dropped out of college, using credit cards and home equity lines to bootstrap his first business. And without a penny of outside funding, Gabe Luna-Ostaseski scaled Calfinder to more than $20 million.
But Calfinder was not without its woes. After growing his sales team to nearly 50 and closing four times the number of deals, he noticed that increasing the team had cost Calfinder $1 million – and cut the lifetime value of their customers in half.
His solution? Fire 42 salespeople to focus on the six most successful, then use data to replicate their actions.
Now, Luna-Ostaseski wants to teach startups how to share his success and learn from his mistakes. Upshift, a Bay-area accelerator, helps startups scale through customer acquisition.
After testing the idea last year, Upshift launched in San Francisco this past March. The team works with select VC partners and angel investors, including Dave McClure of 500 Startups, to help grow their portfolio companies.
Through a series of six principles, Upshift works with "high potential, fast growing technology" startups to help solve the pain points that plagued Luna-Ostaseski.
"[With Upshift], I was just solving my own problem," he told TNW. "I wish that someone was there to show me the way and save me millions of dollars of mistakes and missteps. I believed that there had to be a better way than the current system, which essentially leaves entrepreneurs fending for themselves and relying on coffee shop advice."
Through a 12-week program comprised of 150 deliverables, Upshift's first five companies have raised more than $215 million. Thumbtack, which matches professionals to projects, has raised rounds of $30 and $100 million. And Pablo Fuentes, Co-Founder and CEO of Proven and a current member of Upshift's cohort, says his team has gone from losing to making money each month by using Upshift's tactics to pivot their pricing model.
"A lot of our sales and acquisition was being done in a way that doesn't really scale well," Fuentes told TNW. "In-depth conversations are a good way to gain traction, but they don't help you grow more sustainably
"What Upshift allows you to do is accelerate your learning timeline. Instead of hitting a wall for 12 months, Upshift allows you to ramp up much faster. In a startup, time is your most valuable resource, so to accelerate the learning process is invaluable."
As the accelerator model has evolved over the past decade, there has been a gap for acquisition education. McClure says that as more accelerators go to market, they will follow Upshift's lead by specializing in specific pain points. "Many will probably suck," he told TNW. "But some will survive, and a few will thrive.
"Still, just like the startups they birth, most accelerators will not be sustainable for long and 90 percent will likely fail and shut down within a year or two," McClure cautions. "But this probably isn't much different than any new industry, and probably they will not suck any worse than most community colleges and MBA programs."
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Holmes attributes Hootsuite's success to its initial freemium model and global ambassador program. But he's also adamant that for startups to succeed, they can't waste time becoming profitable. He says that startups with strong engineering teams but weak GTM strategies have the most to gain from partnering with Upshift.
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Celebrate Independence Day 2019 with good food for a good cause
By Arzoo Dina 11 August 2019
Indulge in a four-course dinner before the stroke of midnight, and wake up bright and early on for a veritable feast on Independence Day this year
Food is said to be one of those things that brings people together—a common denominator that cuts across communities. So what's better than food to celebrate a good cause? Traditionally, charitable fundraisers are peppered with art auctions and entertainment. But in recent times, gastronomy has become a focal point in events that are organised to raise money, with sit-down dinners and unique one-off menus curated by celebrated chefs topping the list. Take for instance, Roohi Jaikishan, the Mumbai-based entrepreneur and philanthropist who is known for her elegant fundraising dinners, which support various causes. Or Magic Bus, an international non-profit aiding underprivileged children in India, who often curates gala dinners in the UK and US. Closer home, Taj Hotels has been hosting a charity gala since last year, which includes an auction of noteworthy artworks and a formal sit-down dinner. The proceeds of this go to the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust. We round-up two such charitable fundraisers happening around Independence Day this year that you can contribute to.
YouCanFreeUs - Night for Freedom
Come August 14, Mumbai will see a specially curated fundraising dinner to support YouCanFreeUs, an international organisation that works at rescuing and rehabilitating victims of modern slavery, especially sexual exploitation. Its efforts in Mumbai include rescuing sex workers and providing them with a safe environment, along with imparting vocational skills. The evening is being curated by Nandini Singh and Ghazalah Moloobhoy, both vocal supporters of women empowerment and ambassadors of the organisation. Singh heads the CSR arm of the ACG Group, a pharmaceutical firm, while Moloobhoy works in her family business, which has interests in shipping.
A highlight is the four-course sit-down dinner that will see top chefs come together to create a signature menu—chef Boo Kim of Dirty Buns, chef Nitin Kulkarni of The Clearing House, and chef Divesh Aswani of Magazine Street Kitchen, each curating a different course, while chef Pooja Dhingra of Le15 Patisserie helms the dessert menu. "It's the first time we've put together a benefit like this, and the response has been overwhelming," says Nandini Singh, adding that guests can choose to support and sponsor the training of these young women. "In fact, one of them is now proudly working as a sous chef at The Westin Mumbai," she says. The guest list is expected to be an eclectic mix of industrialists, philanthropists, celebrities and artists, among others, and the seats are retailed at Rs 10,000 per attendee.
Held on August 14, 2019, from 8pm onwards; Address: Tote on the Turf, Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai
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The Bombay Canteen Independence Daawat
The Bombay Canteen hosts a special Independence Day luncheon in support of a charity organisation each year, and this year is no different. In fact, the previous year saw nearly 800 guests turn up for the feast, collectively raising around Rs 20 lakh to support a charity geared towards education. Now in its fifth year, The Bombay Canteen has chosen to team up with and support the Naandi Foundation, a social sector organisation that works with tribal farmers in Andhra Pradesh (Araku Valley), and also produces the award-winning brand of Araku Coffee. All proceeds from this luncheon will go to the Naandi Foundation, which will help farmers get access to seeds (guava, jamun, amla and lemon), and provide them with better infrastructure, skills and sustainable farming practices.
On the menu are regional specialties like the Arunachali chicken and bamboo curry, pumpkin dal with Bombay maska pav, and Rajasthani malt milk barfi, among other options. "This year we wanted to turn the conversation around farmers, our relationship with food and where it comes from," says Sameer Seth, partner, The Bombay Canteen. "We're hoping this is just the start of our journey to help empower our farmers." You're encouraged to pay as you see fit at the end of the meal here. They are not taking any reservations, and the meal is served on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Held on August 15, 2019, from 11.30am to 3.30pm; Address: The Bombay Canteen, Lower Parel, Mumbai ; Click here to contribute to the cause online
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A few of you have alerted me to the fact that there is a piece missing. Ashley was kind enough to make the missing piece for us!
Download the missing piece here.
Now, the first day will be putting the pattern together and cutting it out so you don't really have to worry about it until Monday.
And remember that when we cut out our fabric we will have to add the seam allowance ourselves....again:( I hate that too.
What size (approximately) should this extra piece be? When I open it, it comes up in windows photo gallery as a picture, so I have standard pic sizes to choose from.


I am now a full time artist!!! Wonderful to have time to develop ideas that have been buzzing around in my head. Straight from school I spent 4 years at Art School before working in a studio in the West End of London. For a time, in fact 5 years, I spent every day working on commissions for painting building portraits of all descriptions - including the Dutch Embassy, quite a number of Barclays Banks, loads of shops and a great many beautiful houses. But things got in the way and it is only now after many years working in an office that I have the time to go back to my first love - painting!!!! In a recent trip to China I became captivated by the many birds in the sanctuaries we visited and their grace and elegance inspired a series of water colour paintings.
Very difficult to see this exhibition in the Bibliotheque-Mediatheque in Le Touquet!!! I took down the details and checked on line.
Open Every Day according to the website but it was closed all day Monday and Tuesday as well as every lunch time for 2 hours!!! (Typical working hours for the French) Well, as the library was just round the corner, I persevered and was so glad I did!!! A wonderful library with children sitting quietly tucked into cosy corners sitting reading on comfy chairs!!
The pictures I had come to see were illustrations for Fanny's beautiful books. She started life studying fashion as well as fabric design but little by little she turned to illustrating children's books for which she is now best known.
It was difficult to photograph the framed pictures because of the light from the windows. Also I was becoming a bit of a pest leaning over the children reading – so I concentrated on the books themselves which one of the librarians was only too happy to spread out for me.
On leaving I saw the most stunning art book – L'Expressionisme – but that is €189 on Amazon so I'll have to wait for my birthday for that one!!!
Excitement at the Mall Gallery!!
I heard from my friend Ruth that Chris Forsey would be demonstrating during the RI Watercolour Exhibition. She had just been on a three day course run by him in Dedham Hall.
I had seen one of Chris's demonstrations a few years ago and I remembered his method of using a very indifferent snap-shot and a few scrappy sketches which inspired a beautiful painting. He stressed we should not blindly copy photos – they should only be a jump-off point. A discussion between myself and a few others watching round the table established that we would LOVE to be able to do just that, but we were not yet at that stage.
During Chris's coffee break I went over to talk to another artist – Ian Sidaway. He had sold a lot of his beautiful paintings and I was surprised he didn't mind me photographing them. I had been told off several times – including taking photos of Prince Charle's paintings – which I was made to delete!! Then for taking photos of my friend Vanessa's father's book which was on sale – "Just buy the book" I was told!
Ian had piles of his sketch books all round him on tables. Absolutely fascinating! Each sketchbook was only half full so Ian explained his system – they are all indexed with their location so he could take the right ones on his trips.
I was so absorbed looking through Ian's sketchbooks that I hadn't noticed Chris had returned and put the finishing touches to his painting, including the important tree in the foreground! Ruth had gone for a coffee and missed it as well!!
People watching the demonstration were keen to snap up some of the paintings at bargain prices!
Lots happening this week, starting early Monday morning with the collection of my two pictures from the Barbican, sadly unsold. Never mind, my Tulip in Spring Sunshine is already earmarked for the next exhibition!!! On Tuesday I went to an exhibition followed by sketching in Brixton Market!
Also this week several of my EFOA friends joined me in putting up pictures in The Phoenix Gallery. I usually have the April slot. This will be followed in May by a charity exhibition to help raise money to keep the Phoenix independent. A lot of us will be donating paintings, photos and prints.
I loved this week at 10a ( the Highgate Watercolour Group) Mary had arranged a couple of tables with lovely flowers and fruit for our still-life session.
I sat next to Freda and caused a lot of amusement by taking "lessons" from her!! I always admire her beautiful clear colours and delicate brushstrokes so she took me in hand and gave me some tips.
Quite a change of style for me – "The Freda School of Painting"!!
Below is Freda with her picture!!!
Chris is SO reluctant to be photographed – I can only ever take her from the back or take her profile!
Another of the pretty parks we have on our doorstep here in North London, Golders Hill Park is very varied with the formal garden, the "secret" garden and an interesting collection of birds and animals. Oh and of course, a play area for children!! Oh and lots of flowers, unlike Highgate Woods where I walk most days.
A group of us from the Highgate Watercolour Group met for coffee this morning before dispersing – we would meet up again in an hour or so.
We were advised to bring an easel and possibly a stool. I should have taken heed. A very bad start, I couldn't find a suitable bench so tried to paint balancing my paints on my sketch book along with a little pot of water. What a mess!! The water was the first to slip off and role in one direction, then my paints landed on the ground upside down with all the paint pans scattered! My hands were covered with blue paint by this time – and I had hardly started my picture!
Here's how to do it properly!! Sue is always SO well organised!!!
Here is Maureen with her dramatic charcoal sketch!
Freda painted lovely little birds from the aviary and had a very different take on the formal garden to mine.
Me trying to paint the magnolia after I had finished my picture of the formal garden.
Then a complete contrast from Christian with this pastel sketch below!!
The new Spring issue is ready for delivery!!! A very good reproduction of my painting, and I am especially impressed with "Buzz" being printed in the exact colour of my brickwork!
I was asked last November during the Highgate Watercolour Group exhibition in Lauderdale House, to do the next cover. Buzz is the Highgate Society magazine produced 4 times a year. The editor likes to have a painting for Spring and Autumn and a photograph for the Summer and Winter issues.
A bit of a challenge as of course it needed to be a bright sunny picture with possibly Spring flowers, and we were now in the winter months!
I earmarked the Edwardian fire station as my subject, a building in the village I pass nearly every day and really not that changed from the photos I had seen on line – one actually with the fire engine.
A lot of grey days in January but then the sun came out on a snowy Saturday morning!
I expect the passers by thought I was mad sitting there on my little stool – it was windy too and a problem keeping hold of my paper.
Very cold but I managed to keep going for a couple of hours and get most of my painting done – the finishing touches would have to be back in warmth of the studio.
A small but enthusiastic group assembled yesterday at 10a.
Ruth Edwards had put a selection of her experimental work up on the notice board which provoked a lot of discussion.
The Fair in the Square might seem a long way off as it is on the 23rd June but members are already busy on hand painted cards!!!
I am very impressed by both Charlotte and Chris's cards but I will be putting in a selection of cards printed from my original watercolours!
Other members (including myself ) were occupied with various projects of our own.
Next week Christian has arranged for us all to meet in Golders Green Park for a morning of drawing and painting. Fingers crossed it doesn't rain!!!
It's quite a long time since I was last in Milan and I think I mainly went there for shopping on that trip. Last weekend was a very different visit. The main event this time was La Traviata at La Scala with Placido Domingo, but there was plenty of time to visit the Brera Gallery as well as the Museum of Modern Art – two very different art collections.
The Brera Gallery is mainly classic religious paintings – not my favourite art actually but I loved the frescos and enjoyed doing a quick sketch of a fresco rescued from an old peoples's home – formally Villa Pelucca. The fresco depicts angels bearing St Catherine's body to Mount Sinai.
Such rich colours on this 15th century fresco by Vincenzo Foppa – and the detail of the wind ruffling the carpet!!!
The Museum of Modern Art is housed in a beautiful palace once inhabited by Napoleon – the chandeliers and marble floors made a stunning backdrop for the temporary exhibition of works by Angelo Morelli.
The pretty "A Garden at Colma" seemed to be quite out of character in this particular exhibition that showed Morelli as "The painter of the Elderly". Lots of large pictures of deathbed scenes as well as the elderly in the workhouse.
After trekking round looking at so much art I felt empathy for his statue Exhaustion!!
Much more cheerful upstairs with pictures from all the favourites such as Matisse and Picasso!!
It's amazing how Picasso is so unmistakable the moment you walk into a room!
But I had to ask where the Cezanne was!!!
Maureen did the honours today and produced two very challenging still – life subjects!!
Look at this! So many different elements – where to start!!!
I was very impressed by Sue's interpretation! She was inspired by the beautiful "wood nymph" vase (made by Maureen herself) and produced a really delightful picture.
I was struggling so decided to abandon all the beautiful pieces of bark, twigs and feathers and just concentrate on the magnolias – always a favourite flower of mine.
Chris was doing her own thing to very goof effect.
This was the second still life and Maureen's picture.
Oonagh came as I was packing up so I'm not sure how she got on today!!
A few extra pictures from the Watercolour Group's Still-Life last week. I think Christian's finished painting very striking!!
Oonagh chose to do her picture in monochrome.
The East Finchley Open Artist group have been looking forward to the opening of the Primavera Exhibition in the Barbican Library. The Private View was this evening and I think just about the whole group were there providing a nice buzzy atmosphere. Some beautiful work is on display – the exhibition will continue right through March.
Myra has produced some stunning glasswork. There is complex pottery as usual from Jo. I forgot to check who had created the lovely leaves worked out of some sort of metal!!!
I was very impressed by Alvina's landscape – it reminded me of Eric Ravilious.
I wore my new red cardigan to match my tulip picture!! It is a pity my Blossom and Beehives couldn't be hung together with it.


I wanted you to know how much I appreciate the assistance and support you provide and all your hard work. Your efforts have made this possible. Your contributions are important and commendable.
I appreciate the time and effort you expend on helping others, no matter the skill-level. Please offer my compliments and realize that your dedication and expertise has made this community possible.
There are those that keep the peace, lay down the rules, and seek help. All three tiers contribute to the longevity of this community, and am heartily honored to be apart of it.
>You've been drinking, haven't you? You're going to start hugging everyone soon and telling them that you love them, aren't you?
That's better than me when I drink, I tell people I love them then proceed to punch them in the face for stealing a napkin I never had to begin with.
This is just to remind Cboard of what it has acheived and how we appreciate it. That's all.
I say its ecstacy :) good ol' X.
Thanks for the positive feedback, axon.
you mean people who don't not use correct grammer?
you mean people who don't not use correct grammer?» In today's standard English, double negatives are not used; for example the standard English equivalent of "I don't want nothing" is "I don't want anything".
P.S. Just having fun. No beleaguerment intended.
Wha-who? Beleaguerment? What'd you just call me?
EDIT: My dictionary says it's some kind of insult...put up yer dukes!
what kind of words you use Mr. Stack Overflow??
But, your posts are always crytal clear Stack (well... crystals tend to have lots of reflection planes and fairly opaque, so perhaps glassy clear would be more appropriate -- on the other hand, your posts are nice and ordered like a crystal lattice... I'd better stop talking now).
To annoy persistently, trouble, or harass.
Since I corrected Perspective of his grammar, I wanted to inform him that I am not annoying or harassing him, rather it was just a joke.
AIR clear, my friend. Air clear.


Mesmerising cherry blossoms, a lonesome man, a tantalising Japanese bento, a busy train station at peak hours… These imageries were immortalised by the photographers who took part in the Canon Photo Clinic 2016, an all-expense-paid photography trip organised by Canon. Chosen out of thousands, the participants' photography skills, reaction of changes, and eye for details were put to test.
Challenge 1, Phoenix Rising, challenged participants to capture the beauty of Kitakata, Fukushima. It was followed by Knocked Down but Not Out, Challenge 2, in which they had to show the world that Ishinomaki, a large port city east of Sendai, survived with strong resilience after getting hit by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake.
20 photography enthusiasts, armed with their trusty cameras, set off to Japan for Canon's annual Photo Clinic. Unaware of the themes and challenge locations, the participants kept their eyes peeled and their camera ready for anything that might be worth capturing.
The eight-day long journey saw a series of wonderful visual presentations created by these talented individuals. Capturing the essence of travel photography, from landscape to food to portraiture, the challenges gave the photographers an opportunity to showcase their works captured in the moment, reflecting their spontaneity and quick photography reflexes.
In Challenge 3, Great Green Goodness, the participants tried to photograph Ito En's 'O-I Ocha' tea bottle in the most creative ways, showcasing the drink's essentiality in every meal. Tokyo Station, the busiest station in Japan, served as the location for Photo Clinic's Challenge 4, Peacefully Chaotic. Tasked to capture a moment of peace amongst the chaos, the participants pushed through wave after wave of commuters to find a subject that best represented the theme.
From the city to the countryside, the spirit of Japan was beautifully illustrated through these images. Judged by artist/photographer Goto Aki and celebrity photographer Justin Mott, the winners took home prizes including the Canon Selphy Printer CP1200, Active backpack, and Tokyo Station Building nano block.
The photography trip concluded with participant Shaun Tan Chun Weng (Singapore) scoring, on a scale of 100, an average of 59.375, while Adhitiya Wibhawa (Indonesia) came close second with 58.75, and second runner-up Lim Tung Sun (Singapore) an impressive 58.125, making them the grand winners of the Canon Photo Clinic 2016.


Megan has a gift for carrying her viewers away into a mystical land of fantasy and wonder. Frequently rich and vibrantly colored, this abstract rainbow landscape is reminiscent of Wonderland, Suess, or Wonka. An exciting splash of vibrant colors create the backdrop for the elegant silhouette of a dormant winter tree perched on rolling fantastic hills, with a golden moon surrounded by bubbly modern stars. Enjoy the magical essence of this creative masterpiece, as it creates a welcomed pop of rich colors on your wall.


Need more info? View our MTB Hydration Packs buyer's guides.
Thule expands its mountain bike hydration range with a 12 liter pack featuring an integrated back protector, 2.5 liter bladder capacity and the clever ReTrakt hose management system.
When Thule decided to enter the mountain bike hydration pack game in 2018, they did so with just one model available in three sizes – the excellent Vital pack, related to your favorite website only in name but nevertheless a great product in its own right. We found it innovative, comfortable, and very well put together, so when we saw Thule adding more models to its hydration pack range for 2019 we jumped at the chance to do some more testing. The all-new Rail Pro 12 is a bigger pack with more features as well as an integrated back protector, aimed at those looking for a little extra peace of mind on rowdy trails or when racing enduro. Read on to find out how we've been getting along with it.
One of the things that impressed us with Thule's first hydration pack was the attention to detail, and this carries right over to the new Rail Pro. There are a ton of clever little features that make a difference when using the pack. For example, the "ReTrakt" magnetic hose management system is a stroke of genius, snapping the drinking tube back into place as soon as you let go of it. The internal compartments are just the right size and shape to keep order among your tools, and they are easy enough to reach when you open the pack. The side pockets are meant to keep items such as snacks that you need to reach often handy, and the straps are ergonomically optimized to fit your body and improve stability when riding.
The Rail Pro comes with an integrated and removable "Koroyd" back protector that is Level 1 CE certified. If the name sounds familiar, it is because it is the same stuff that has been popping up in helmets over the past few years, providing an alternative to the classic EPS shock absorbing liner. Koroyd looks like it was made from gluing a bunch of drinking straws together, there is probable more to it than that but the look is certainly surprising at first glance – especially in neon green. What you need to know about the CE certification is that it is in fact based on a motorcycle standard for back protection, EN1621-2, under which there are two levels of protection. Level 1 is as you might have guessed the least stringent of the two, and it translates to a force transmission of less than 18nm when a mass of 5 kg with a rounded triangular faced prism, of length 160 mm, base 50 mm, height 30.8 mm and radius 12.5 mm is dropped onto a sample sitting on an anvil shaped as a radiused cylinder, with its axis orientated to the direction of impact, of height 190 mm, diameter 100 mm and rounded end radius 150 mm (for reference, level two only allows 9nm).
The overall shape of the Rail Pro is fairly compact, with clean lines and materials that hold their shape well. The main compartment holds the back protector (in a separate sleeve), the Hydrapak hydration bladder (also in a separate sleeve), the tool pockets, and a general storage area. There is also an external elasticated "compression pocket" which allows you to store a few more items and also doubles as a helmet carrier, and there are straps at the bottom of the pack for attaching body armor or anything else you might need to carry here. There is no soft-lined pocket for your phone, although the zipped, side-access pocket is the right shape to hold one. The back panel is covered in a ribbed material to help promote better breathability, and there is a central channel left open to allow a bit of air to circulate as well. There is no rain cover included.
There are two sides to the Pro Rail. On the one hand, it is perfectly well suited to carrying all the tools and the basic extras you could need for a big day out in the mountains, be it racing enduro or just riding with your buddies. On the other hand, the pack lacks any extra flexibility that would really turn it into a serious pack mule. This is due to the design which is very compact and also relies on pretty rigid materials. Yes, there is a seemingly large expansion pouch on the front of the pack, but the elastic bands holding it are in fact not very elastic, and if you try to squeeze anything bulky in here it ends up just stealing space from the main compartment. Similarly, there is a small pocket on the side of the pack which is convenient to access but won't hold much cargo, again because it shares the general internal volume of the pack as opposed to allowing you to tap into extra space. Nevertheless, the Pro Rail certainly fits the advertised 12 liters of cargo and 2.5 liters of water, so you can't accuse Thule of any false advertising. As for organizing it all, we do feel that the Pro Rail provides just the right amount of pockets and compartments to hold everything in place. The upside of the compact design is that nothing moves around when you ride, and the low profile also helps you avoid getting caught up in branches or similar.
On the trail, the Rail Pro is comfortable. With the back protector included, it ends up feeling a bit stiff and clunky, especially if you fill it to the brim, but it is still very stable in action. With the back protector removed, the pack is free to hug your body contours a bit better which really lets you forget you are wearing it. The generally low center of gravity also helps promote good stability in rough terrain. As we previously alluded to, the "ReTrakt" system really is clever, snapping the drinking tube back in place as soon as you let it go and holding it there securely until your next sip. The breathability of the fabrics and materials used is fairly good, the back panel does get a bit warm in hotter weather, but not to the point of being uncomfortable. The relatively compact size of the main body of the pack also helps with this aspect.
The back protector is very stiff, and as such it prevents the Pro Rail from really conforming to your body's shape. The advantage of the Koroyd material is that it is extremely light, a trade-off which may well be considered an advantage to some.
The side pockets are roomy, and we like the idea of tucking them away towards the back of the body where their contents are less likely to get squished. However, Thule placed the main anchor points of the shoulder straps right over these pockets, which makes them very hard to get into when wearing the pack – a bit of an unfortunate oversight.
As we mentioned in the previous section, the external storage pocket could be made a bit more elastic which would make it more useful for those epic days when you just need to bring a bit extra gear and food.
We've had one of the very first samples of Thule's Vital pack in action for well over a year now, and the Rail Pro tested here has been with us for a good 7 months. Both packs are showing significantly better than average reliability, which really bodes well for the long term. All the fabrics are holding up, as are the threads and miscellaneous pieces of hardware. The only slight blemish here would be the Hydrapak bladder which is a bit prone to developing gunk over time, but regular cleaning takes care of this easily.
Thule has been making quality luggage and general activity backpacks for quite some time, and they have brought considerable design and manufacturing expertise with them when entering the mountain bike hydration pack market. The Rail Pro 12 is a great solution for those looking to carry a good amount of tools, spares, food and hydration on their back in a compact and stable pack. The nifty "ReTrakt" drinking tube management system is a real plus in action, and the internal storage offers just the right amount of space and dividers to let you organize your gear. The CE certified back protector will set your mind at ease on rowdier trails, although we did find the Rail Pro more comfortable without it (there is a version without the protector available to purchase as well). The Rail Pro is one to consider if you are stepping up from a more minimalist pack but still want a somewhat compact form factor.
Miscellaneous Stay hydrated without slowing down using the hands-free ReTrakt magnetic hose return system.
User-friendly 2.5L HydraPak reservoir features a slide closure for easy cleaning and a locking bite valve to prevent leaks before and after your ride.
Protect your central back and spine from impact or injury with removable, lightweight Koroyd CE certified Level 1 back protector.
Superior stability for aggressive downhill riding and jumping with a secure fit.
Improve bike handling and reduce muscle strain with optimal weight distribution thanks to the low center of gravity.
Quickly store and retrieve pads, helmet or chin bar with easy-access lash points.
Easily access nutrition, clothing or tools without having to remove the pack thanks to lower-back jersey pockets.
Keep tools, pumps, snacks and accessories organized in dedicated internal pockets.
Store jacket or extra layers under exterior compression panel.
Stay visible with reflective details and a light attachment loop.


Our Early Beginnings: Governor William Beatty travelled to Parry Sound and conducted summer services in camp meetings, first in a small grove near where the present courthouse stands and later in a level area above the old town beach area of Parry Sound. The Natives and settlers of the district came to these meetings in large numbers. Sometime in the fall of 1863, a meeting was held in the cookhouse of the lumber company mill at the mouth of the Seguin River. This laid the groundwork for our connection to the Wesleyan Methodist Congregation. This first indoor meeting of worship, took place in a log shanty used as the cookery owned by the Parry Sound Lumber Company and owned by J. and W. Beatty Company. At this time, there was no thought of difference in creed or denomination; those who attended felt called to form themselves into a congregation and hold regular worship services. Governor William Beatty, founder of Parry Sound, often led the services, twice each Sunday, with Sunday school in the afternoon. This influenced the connection with the Wesleyan Methodist Congregation as he was a member of the National Conference of the Methodist Church.
1865 – First Building: The first church was built in 1865. For those who know Parry Sound, it was built facing and overlooking the harbour close to where the present day trestle bridge crosses Gibson Street. J. and W. Beatty Co. provided the funds (about $600) and Mr. Beatty continued to conduct the worship service. In 1869 the congregation hired Mr. A. Hanson, the first conference minister, with an annual salary of $400 and travel expenses of $12.50. He provided services for one year. As the church progressed, a parsonage was built near the west wing of the old General Hospital and provided accommodation for the Rev. Samuel Tucker – the second minister of Parry Sound.
1877 – Second Building: With the Free Grant Lands Act of 1868 opening the lands of the interior to settlement, there was a heavy influx of new people in the area. A larger church was required to house the growing congregation of Parry Sound. A new church was built in 1877 while The Rev. William Smyth was the minister. Governor Beatty donated land where our present church is located at 24 Mary Street – bounded by James Street, Mary Street and Miller Street. The building included a worship area, Sunday school, and parsonage and cost about $6,000.
1925 – Church Union: The United Church of Canada was formed by a merger of four Protestant denominations in 1925: the Methodist of Canada, the Congregational Union of Ontario and Quebec, and two-thirds of the congregations of the Presbyterian Church of Canada and the Association of Local Union of Churches. The Parry Sound congregation became known as the St. James United Church and remained so until 1967.
1967 – Third Building: The earlier church remained until structural problems demanded that it be rebuilt and the present parsonage and church was built in 1967. At this time the name of the church became St. James Centennial United Church, as 1967 was Canada's centennial year.
Ministers: On looking back over the list of Ministers who have served the St. James congregation, there are little factual records of these men. The list below includes the names of these spiritual leaders.


Holy Cow! Cubs Win the World Series!
In almost poetic fashion, it took the Cubs extra innings to vanquish a 108-year drought. At times on this historic night, it seemed like the team would succumb to its snakebit history.
Skeptical about how the government spends your money? We preview a documentary about a movement that gives citizens their 2 cents in how tax dollars are spent.
President Barack Obama takes jabs at Donald Trump on the campaign trail. The latest on the presidential campaign.
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts talks about hiring Theo Epstein to run the baseball operations, and tells us what's in store for the Wrigley Field hotel and plaza.
Six out of 10 CPS principals leave their position within five years of being hired. The district hopes a new public-private partnerships will help keep principals around beyond their first contract.
Before the locker room champagne showers, there were 10 innings of fever-pitch drama. We take you through the twists and turns of World Series Game 7.
The Cubs victory boosts revenue for the franchise and the bars of Wrigleyville, but beyond the feel-good factor, is there a broader economic benefit for the city?
Watch the Nov. 3, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."
The 2016 World Series Champions will celebrate their historic win on Friday. Here's what you need to know.
The Cubs win the World Series in a dramatic Game 7 that will go down as a legendary moment in Chicago sports history. We have a full recap and reaction from fans and the Cubs' top brass.


The godfathers of DnB, Part 4.
This is the fourth part in our "Godfathers in DnB" series. This time we discuss Moving Shadow's Rob Playford, Ed Rush & Optical, DJ Hype and Kemistry & Storm. Stay tuned for the last part and the epilogue next week!


왓 얼 유 웨이팅 포?
"뭘 망설이니?"라는 뜻으로 사용하는 표현입니다.
뭘 꾸물거리는 거야? 가서 쟤 붙잡아.
What are you waiting for? Go get him.
왓 얼 유 웨이팅 포? 고우 겟 힘.
뭘 꾸물거리고 있어? 지금 당장 움직여!
What are you waiting for? Let's get moving right now!
왓 얼 유 웨이팅 포? 렛츠 겟 무빙 롸잇 나우!
위 돈트 해브 타임 포 디스.
허리 업 앤 겟 레디.
We don't havw time for this.
What are you waiting for?Go get him.
What are you waiting for?Let's get moving right now!
Let's get moving right now.
What are you waiting for?뭘 꾸물거리는 거야?
What are you waiting for? Go get him.뭘 꾸물거리는 거야? 가서 쟤 붙잡아.
What are you waiting for? Let's get moving right now!뭘 꾸물거리고 있어? 지금 당장 움직여!
Just wait a few minutes.조금만 더 기다려.
We don't have time for this.우리 이럴 시간이 없어.
Hurry up and get ready.서둘러 준비해.


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About Bangalore
Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, is often referred to as the 'Garden City' because of the numerous parks and gardens that dot the localities of the city. It is also considered as a major information technology (IT) hub of the country and thus called the 'Silicon Valley of India'. Kempe Gowda, a feudal ruler affiliated to the Vijayanagara kingdom, first established a mud fort, which turned out to be the foundation of the present day city. The city passed through a myriad of rulers ranging from the Marathas, Mughals and Mysore rulers before becoming a part of independent India.
Budget Hotels in Bangalore
There are a couple of good budget hotels in the city. Some of the options which are worth a try are Suntrupthi Residency (Tariff – Rs. 950), Citizen Lodge (Tariff – Rs. 850), The Royal Nest (Tariff – Rs. 900), Vijaya Residency (Tariff – Rs. 900) and others.
The official language of Bangalore is Kannada. Hindi, English, Telugu and Tamil are also understood and widely spoken.
The important festivals of the area are Pongal in January, Karaga in April, Ganesh Chathurthi in August-September, Diwali in October-November, the fasting month of Ramadan, the two Eid(s), Easter and Christmas.
Places to See in Bangalore
Some of the places worth trying out in Bangalore are Bangalore Palace, Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park, Bannerghatta National Park,Vidhana Soudha, Seshadari Iyer Memorial, Tipu Sultan's Palace, Bull Temple, ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple, Meenakshi Sundaram Temple, Holy Trinity Church and St. Mary's Basilica. Wonderla Amusement Park at a distance of 28 km is popular with youngsters and children looking for a break on weekends.
The nearest airport is the Kempegowda International Airport at a distance of 36 km.
Bangalore City Junction Railway Station is the major railway station in the city.
There is bus service running from almost everywhere in south India to Bangalore city. State transport buses as well as private operators ply their buses to and fro the city. SRS Travels, Kallada Travels and SRM, Travels are some of the major operators in the city as well as the region. Do away with standing in ticket counters and opt for online bus reservation facility instead.


There is a chance to learn more about fossils, stars, weather, the sea and the workings of your own brain, during the Sidmouth Science Festival which begins on Friday, October 5 and runs until October 14.
It includes hands-on workshops, talks and activities, indoors and out, for all ages and abilities; and most of them are free.
They cover art, heritage and health, as well as technology, geology and the natural environment.
This year's speakers include scientists well-known from their TV and radio appearances, such as Professor Iain Stewart (BBC TV; Rise of the Continents, Volcano Live) and Robin Ince (The Infinite Monkey Cage, Radio 4).
The programme of activities ranges from geology walks and launching weather balloons to racing a jet car and catching bats, and they take place at venues around Sidmouth including the Norman Lockyer Observatory.
The entertainment includes a science-based magic show and a performance involving dance, film and a light installation, which explores how the mind works and what can go wrong.
Young people are very much involved, with workshops taking place in primary and secondary schools, designed to engage and inspire pupils. There are also plenty of family-friendly activities throughout the programme.
Super Science Saturday, on October 13, sees free hands-on activities for all ages at various venues around Sidmouth.
The festival is now in its seventh year and is run by a team of volunteers including retired professionals from academia, teaching, business, healthcare and engineering.
Since it was started in 2012 it has grown from a weekend event to a much bigger festival.
One of the organisers, Liz Bramley, said: "We wanted to make it a community festival as well, so we have events at the library, the observatory and other places. The Sid Vale Association and the Sidmouth Arts Society are involved too.
Last year's festival attracted the largest number of people so far, with 4,400 attending the various events and more coming from outside Sidmouth than in previous years.