Eaglewood Resort & Spa boasts several recently refreshed and distinct dining options with cuisine developed by Executive Chef John Billings. The newly renovated Prairie River Restaurant offers remarkable views of the golf course as well as an intimate outdoor patio and grand fire pit. Serving American cuisine with a full-service bar, Prairie River's menu includes appetizers, sandwiches, salads, entrees, wood-fired pizza and desserts from 11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. Prairie River's bar, offering handcrafted cocktails and a large selection of popular local brews, is open late Friday and Saturday until 1 a.m. Prairie River is home to the resort's popular and free Sounds of Summer concert series.
Burnham's Restaurant offers a well-crafted menu designed to complement the modern conference guest, with internationally-themed buffets and interactive kitchen for guests to design their own experience to fit their personal diet or palate. Burnham's breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 – 10:30 a.m., while lunch is served daily from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dinner is by reservation only.
Kegler's Bowling Alley is an exceptional six-lane, self-scoring, cosmic bowling alley with billiards, darts and other games available to guests, private parties or for team-building events. During warm summer months, Kegler's opens up to a beautiful terrace space where groups enjoy an outdoor component of the gaming area. The alley has a full-service kitchen and bar that features homemade pizza, salads, sandwiches and more every Friday from 5 – 11 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sunday 12 – 8 p.m. with varying hours Monday through Thursday for private events.
Eaglewood Resort & Spa has 295 spacious guestrooms and suites and features large walk out balconies and gorgeous views. The luxurious resort rooms and suites are designed to fill guests with warmth, relaxation and a sense of home with rich cherry and mahogany furnishings and décor, the latest technologies including high-speed internet, high definition television channels, and updated amenities. Unprecedented high-tech and comprehensive amenities are also included for meetings, events, weddings and more in the property's 37,000 square feet of meeting space. The property offers several rooms packages for booking, which are available online.
Located in DuPage County, Itasca is home to several nature sites and entertainment choices only a short distance from Eaglewood Resort & Spa. Local residents and travelers alike will enjoy easy access to destinations such as Mallard Lake, Pirate's Cove, Churchill Woods, the Elk Grove Historical Museum and more.
For more information to book a stay, call (630) 773-1400 or visit http://www.eaglewoodresort.com. Follow Eaglewood Resort & Spa on Facebook and Twitter.
Conveniently located just 12 miles west of O'Hare International Airport and 25 miles from downtown Chicago, Eaglewood Resort & Spa is nestled on 104 acres in Itasca, Illinois. Managed by Benchmark Hospitality International, the AAA Four-Diamond resort has 295 spacious guestrooms and suites featuring walk out balconies showcasing views of the championship golf course. Eaglewood boasts three distinct dining venues with fine and casual menu options, first-class recreation including a complete health SPA, 18-hole championship golf course, sparkling pool with sundeck, fitness center and six-lane Kegler's Bowling Alley, as well as 37,000 square feet of IACC-certified meeting space.
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Hello again! Time for part two of our camping trip to Guanella Pass last fall! I'm going to sum everything up and leave you with the images, so you can scroll without distractions.
Our second day in the alpine was a nice, lazy day; we slept in (as much as you can while camping), made breakfast, and just enjoyed the beautiful day and campsite. The sun was was stunning, and everything was glowing that morning. Scott went back to fishing, and continued to catch little brook trout on the fly. A dragonfly even posed for pictures for quite a while, and I was able to inch closer and closer to get images of his amazing wings. It was quite the perfect morning. After a relaxing morning, we ran to town for lunch and supplies, and then came back to a partially rainy evening, which was spent boiling water for our hike the next day while enjoying a bonfire. Dinner was made while bundled up in our tent, which is one of my favorite things when camping in the cold.
Next time: Images from our hike up Mt. Bierstadt, my second fourteener. Be sure to check back to see crazy sunrise light, amazing mountain views, and fluffy, white ptarmigans in winter mode. As always, thanks for stopping by! Feel free to share via the links below, and be sure to say hi!


Will PV Solar panels work on cloudy days and in winter?
Yes. Solar panel manufacturing technology has now advanced to an efficiencey level that panels will produce green electricity even on a overcast cloudy day.
Solar PV works from daylight, however will produce more in direct sunlight.
What's the difference between PV and other solar panel technologies?
Solar PV systems convert solar radiation directly into electricity by means of PV cells made from semiconductor materials.
Solar thermal systems (Wet solar water heating systems), use a solar collector that faces the sun and is used solely for heating water.
Do I need to have a south facing roof?
The most optimum for a PV installation is on a south facing roof. However Solar PV systems still generate sufficient electricity on east and west orientations.
With a grid connected Solar PV system when your system produces more electricity than you need, the surplus will flow back into the national grid.
Your electricity supplier will pay you extra for this surplus power that is exported. The export tariff is currently 3.1p per unit exported to the national grid.
The Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) is a generation tariff paid for electricity produced by a solar photovoltaic electricity system. The tariff is paid for all electricity generated regardless of whether you use it or not and is currently a generous 43.3p per unit for a system under 4kWp.
Solar PV systems are easily installed onto your existing roof, they provide great fuel security, with electricity prices going up and up, a Solar PV system is a great way to help secure you from future energy price rises.
How long does the Feed-in-Tariff last?
The Feed-in-Tariff will last 25 years once signed up however reviews are planned which may shorten the length of time that the scheme is open to new entrants.
Will the Feed-in-Tariff rates reduce?
When you sign up to the FIT scheme you are guaranteed that rate for 25 years index linked with RPI, however the rates will reduce every year for new enterants .
The size of solar system you need depends on several factors such as how much electricity you use, how much daylight is available where you are, the size of your roof, and how much you're willing to invest. After talking through your requirements we will recommend the size of system you use.
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COVID-19 and the Global Supply Chain
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It's impossible to ignore the ongoing impact of COVID-19, the pandemic commonly known as coronavirus.
For millions of residents in the world's largest cities, shelter-in-place orders have all but halted commerce, leading to massive layoffs, market chaos, and a full-scale, ad hoc reimagining of workforce best practices.
Stateside, it has also led to unprecedented shortages in necessary supplies, including everything from N95 masks to common groceries (and, famously, toilet paper). Thankfully, those shortages are largely the result of consumer behavior — unexpected panic buying — rather than disruptions in the supply chain.
In fact, the global supply chain remains strong even in these trying times, which is a testament to the creativity and innovation of the industry.
Every facet of the global economy is dealing with COVID-19 ripple effects in their own way. Few are more uniquely impacted than the shipping industry. After all, how does an industry defined by moving goods, both domestically and internationally, manage a rolling global lockdown?
While most companies remain shuttered indefinitely, ports are considered essential businesses. Shipping and logistics firms operating out of American ports will remain open (with some added safety precautions). Some of the new protocols cover:
Regular, ongoing warehouse sanitization
Enforced social distancing between workers
Restrictions on empty returns
In addition to policy changes mandating social distancing, operators at the port are investigating new ways to reduce contact between employees (including the use of drone technology).
Of course, all companies are coming to terms with new procedures for what to do if employees get sick. One positive COVID-19 case in this current environment could lead to entire docks or warehouses getting shut down for days — a disruption that could slow the movement of essential supplies needed to backstock hospitals and other vital organizations.
The stakes are extremely high. Already, coronavirus-related shortages for drayage and a truck driver shortage are leading to a container backup at Indian ports.
To face this challenge, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have issued a memorandum of cooperation. In this statement, they vowed to use their collective resources to overcome new challenges, like chassis shortages at intermodal junctions, to increase cargo velocity and move more containers onto trucks safely and efficiently.
At the end of 2019, the demand for trucking services was down. But things have changed in a few short weeks. With thousands of people trapped at home, ecommerce companies are filling the roles usually served by supermarkets and other traditional retailers.
A telling statistic: as unemployment catapults to levels not seen since the Great Depression, Amazon and Walmart are hiring more than 250,000 new warehouse associates to support the ecommerce push. All that movement is increasing demand for trucking services from port to warehouse to last mile.
Plus, all this is occurring in the shadow of a staffing shortage at many trucking companies.
How essential are truck drivers in pandemic relief?
Truckers are responsible for transporting essential goods like medical supplies, perishables, dry goods, and more. They're considered so essential that regulators are giving them the green light to help fight the pandemic.
Last week, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued an emergency declaration to provide hours-of-service regulatory relief to commercial drivers transporting fuel and raw materials needed to manufacture essential supplies. Drivers transporting these goods are not subject to the 60/70 hour rule, 34 hour restart requirements, or 30 minute break regulations.
Long haul crews have to adapt to new challenges while balancing safety and navigating a patchwork of changing closures and regulations. Not to mention that many rest stops and dine-in restaurants have closed — and you can't exactly fit a big rig through the drive-thru at Wendy's.
All of us are in uncharted territory right now. In our hyperconnected, globalized world, properly responding to a pandemic requires cooperation and adaptability. Few industries have risen to new challenges better in recent years than shipping and logistics.
Both shipping and trucking will be essential in fighting this pandemic. The next few months won't be easy for any industry, but businesses on the supply chain are already adapting. This will be a work in progress, but hopefully the lessons learned will make for a stronger global supply chain for the future.
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Our User Guide includes all the information requires to install, setup, and maintain a Record CG3 Taximeter. It also contains information regarding support equipment, such as our Blackcat adapter, Bluetooth printers, our companion app, etc.
We stand proudly behind our products, even the ones past their end of life. If you haven't upgraded to our new model, see the support documents listed below.
I AM AN EXISTING CUSTOMER IN NEED OF PRODUCT SUPPORT, WHAT DO I DO?
All product support documentation is available for download at the bottom of this page. Should you require any more support or information, please contact us directly.
WHAT ADVANTAGES DOES THE RECORD CG3 OFFER THAT OTHER METERS DO NOT?
The CG3 comes complete with more powerful, 32-bit capability and higher operating speeds. This translates in a more capable, reliable and robust product. For example, the product provides: Built-in USB port that provides for quick and easy software updates and information uploads to other USB devices, such as USB flash-drives Built in Integrated Bluetooth Detailed data storage capabilities Detailed trip storage and tracking Greater rate configuration possibilities available for customer convenience, and where customers require custom rate-setups, we are able to quickly provide software updates to keep you operational Automatic error-detection and correction that prevents taxi downtime The ability to handle extremely high Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) signal pulse-rates. Long-term product support thanks to a design that utilizes only modern parts (NO fear of product obsolescence) Also, the power supply and roof light controller unit is now built into the display unit, which eliminates some of the bulkiness of the CG2, leading to significantly lower shipping costs and a simplified installation routine.
I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF RECORD TAXIMETER. ARE YOU A NEW COMPANY?
No. We have been in business for over 35 years and have experience in all aspect of taxi life. We have in the past operated our own fleet of cabs to equipment supply and now manufacturing. Rest assured we have the expertise to keep your fleet on the road.
DO YOU STILL SELL THE RECORD CG2? CAN I STILL GET SUPPORT?
We stopped production of the CG2 in 2015. We do however continue to support this great product that has been the staple of many fleets for years.
I AM A SMALLER FLEET. WHAT KIND OF SYSTEM DO I NEED TO OPERATE THE RECORD CG3?
The good news is that there are now many options available to customers of all sizes, thanks to our increased partnerships with dispatching-systems manufacturers. Our taximeter has been proven compatible with a number of proprietary and open-source products, which includes the latest trends of utilizing Android tablets and cloud-based solutions. It's really as simple as the customer choosing a dispatch system they are comfortable with, and we will then work closely with their manufacturer of choice to provide compatibility. We work cooperatively with our customers and dispatching companies in order to provide a solution that fits the customer's needs.
WHY DOES THE CG3 NOT HAVE A PRINTER? WHAT DO I DO FOR RECEIPTS?
Over many years, the trend we have been witnessing throughout the industry is a move away from printers at the taximeter side, to mobile dispatch terminals, which more aptly handles all transaction processing, and receipt printing. For volume customers who prefer to continue to use a taximeter printer, we are able to make our taximeter work with specific printer models of the customer's choosing, thanks to the inclusion of RS-232 and Integrated Bluetooth / USB (Record CG3 model only) serial ports. Because of the wide number of printer manufacturers and models available, we prefer to let the customer to choose a model of their preference, and will be happy to assist in this process. Please contact us if this is a route you wish to pursue.
I HAVE A UNIQUE SET OF RATES. CAN THE RECORD CG3 HANDLE COMPLEX RATE STRUCTURES?
Yes. The Record CG3 can be programmed for any set of variables and any rate structure that your city needs. If for some reason the meter can not support your rate out of the box, our on staff engineer will create a software fix so that your rate works flawlessly, free of charge.
DO I NEED AN EXPERT INSTALLER TO INSTALL THE RECORD CG3?
No, our products are so easy to install and program, you should be able to do it on your own with the guidance of the support documents provided here. If you do have any problems, our support staff is available to assist you every step of the way, just contact us.
WHAT KIND OF WARRANTY DO YOU HAVE FOR YOUR PRODUCTS?
2 years on our taximeters and 1 year on our roof lights.
WILL THE BLACKCAT ADAPTER WORK IN ANY CAR?
No, Your vehicle will need to be 2007 and newer as the Blackcat Adapter pulls vehicle data for speed and distance calculations directly from the OBDII port which was not a standardized protocol by auto manufacturers until 2007. Some vehicles may work in earlier years but we always say 2007 and newer.
DO I NEED A SIGNAL DIVIDER?
No, The Record CG3 has built-in signal filtering and conditioning allowing for much easier installation and less to hook up for your installation.
WHAT KIND OF PLASTIC DO YOU USE FOR YOUR TAXI ROOF LIGHTS?
We use a custom formulated poly-carbonate with UV additives and impact modification chemicals. This allows us to maintain the most robust lights in the entire industry.
WE HAVE A LARGE FLEET. DO YOU DO VOLUME DISCOUNTS?
Yes we do. Contact us and speak to a representative for more information.
WILL YOUR METER WORK WITH MY DISPATCH SYSTEM?
Yes. Our meter is able to pair and communicate with any system on the market. If by chance you are working with a company we do not currently work with, we will work with them and you to make sure everything works the way it should.
Contact us directly and one of our representatives will speak with you and answer all of your questions.


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What We Know About the Chernobyl Animal Mutations
https://www.thoughtco.com/chernobyl-animal-mutations-4155348?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareurlbuttons&fbclid=IwAR0ML06KNkYYmozGbreM6e9ApQ9154nFmnYLxzZFUkK0pznLEi2X9FM-FHQ by Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. September 10, 2018
The 1986 Chernobyl accident resulted in one of the highest unintentional releases of radioactivity in history. The graphite moderator of reactor 4 was exposed to air and ignited, shooting plumes of radioactive fallout across what is now Belarus, Ukraine, Russia, and Europe. While few people live near Chernobyl now, animals living in the vicinity of the accident allow us to study the effects of radiation and gauge recovery from the disaster.
Most domestic animals have moved away from the accident, and those deformed farm animals that were born did not reproduce. After the first few years following the accident, scientists focused on studies of wild animals and pets that had been left behind, in order to learn about Chernobyl's impact.
Although the Chernobyl accident can't be compared to effects from a nuclear bombbecause the isotopes released by the reactor differ from those produced by a nuclear weapon, both accidents and bombs cause mutations and cancer.
It's crucial to study the effects of the disaster to help people understand the serious and long-lasting consequences of nuclear releases. Moreover, understanding the effects of Chernobyl may help humanity react to other nuclear power plant accidents.
The Relationship Between Radioisotopes and Mutations
You may wonder how, exactly, radioisotopes (a radioactive isotope) and mutations are connected. The energy from radiation can damage or break DNA molecules. If the damage is severe enough, cells can't replicate and the organism dies. Sometimes DNA can't be repaired, producing a mutation. Mutated DNA may result in tumors and affect an animal's ability to reproduce. If a mutation occurs in gametes, it can result in a nonviable embryo or one with birth defects.
Additionally, some radioisotopes are both toxic and radioactive. The chemical effects of the isotopes also impact the health and reproduction of affected species.
The types of isotopes around Chernobyl change over time as elements undergo radioactive decay. Cesium-137 and iodine-131 are isotopes that accumulate in the food chain and produce most of the radiation exposure to people and animals in the affected zone.
Examples of Domestic Genetic Deformities
Ranchers noticed an increase in genetic abnormalities in farm animals immediately following the Chernobyl accident. In 1989 and 1990, the number of deformities spiked again, possibly as a result of radiation released from the sarcophagus intended to isolate the nuclear core. In 1990, around 400 deformed animals were born. Most deformities were so severe the animals only lived a few hours.
Examples of defects included facial malformations, extra appendages, abnormal coloring, and reduced size. Domestic animal mutations were most common in cattle and pigs. Also, cows exposed to fallout and fed radioactive feed produced radioactive milk.
The health and reproduction of animals near Chernobyl were diminished for at least the first six months following the accident. Since that time, plants and animals have rebounded and largely reclaimed the region. Scientists collect information about the animals by sampling radioactive dung and soil and watching animals using camera traps.
The Chernobyl exclusion zone is a mostly-off-limits area covering over 1,600 square miles around the accident. The exclusion zone is a sort of radioactive wildlife refuge. The animals are radioactive because they eat radioactive food, so they may produce fewer young and bear mutated progeny. Even so, some populations have grown. Ironically, the damaging effects of radiation inside the zone may be less than the threat posed by humans outside of it. Examples of animals seen within the zone include Przewalksi's horses, wolves, badgers, swans, moose, elk, turtles, deer, foxes, beavers, boars, bison, mink, hares, otters, lynx, eagles, rodents, storks, bats, and owls.
Not all animals fare well in the exclusion zone. Invertebrate populations (including bees, butterflies, spiders, grasshoppers, and dragonflies) in particular have diminished. This is likely because the animals lay eggs in the top layer of soil, which contains high levels of radioactivity.
Radionuclides in water have settled into the sediment in lakes. Aquatic organisms are contaminated and face ongoing genetic instability. Affected species include frogs, fish, crustaceans, and insect larvae.
While birds abound in the exclusion zone, they are examples of animals that still face problems from radiation exposure. A study of barn swallows from 1991 to 2006 indicated birds in the exclusion zone displayed more abnormalities than birds from a control sample, including deformed beaks, albinistic feathers, bent tail feathers, and deformed air sacs. Birds in the exclusion zone had less reproductive success. Chernobyl birds (and also mammals) often had smaller brains, malformed sperm, and cataracts.
The Famous Puppies of Chernobyl
Not all of the animals living around Chernobyl are entirely wild. There are around 900 stray dogs, mostly descended from those left behind when people evacuated the area. Veterinarians, radiation experts, and volunteers from a group called The Dogs of Chernobyl capture the dogs, vaccinate them against diseases, and tag them. In addition to tags, some dogs are fitted with radiation detector collars. The dogs offer a way to map radiation across the exclusion zone and study the ongoing effects of the accident. While scientists generally can't get a close look at individual wild animals in the exclusion zone, they can monitor the dogs closely. The dogs are, of course, radioactive. Visitors to the area are advised to avoid petting the pooches to minimize radiation exposure.
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New EP: The Shang Hi Los || "Kick It Like A Wicked Bad Habit"
By Dennis / January 21, 2021 January 21, 2021 / Garage Rock, Power Pop / 1 Comment
Boston based rock n roll band The Shang Hi Los plays music that could be from one of the many great compilations with 60's nuggets, only sounding better. It's all there in their catchy 3-minute sing-along songs: a combination of two good voices, doo-wop harmonies, cheerful guitar riffs and a boosting drumbeat. The only cover – Chicago's Saturday In The Park – is the weakest track on this EP, that says enough. "Kick It Like A Wicked Bad Habit" is out now digitally and on CD through Rum Bar Records.
"Kick It Like A Wicked Bad Habit" by The Shang Hi Los
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New single: Reynaldo Jenkins and the Teardrops || Oleka
By Dennis / January 21, 2021 January 21, 2021 / Garage Rock / Leave a Comment
Not much more is known about Reynaldo Jenkins and the Teardrops than that they are from Wisconsin (USA) and their music is a mix of doo-wop, garage and punk. But a look at their discography is telling; you will see song titles as Bad Habits, Please for Fucksake, Ten Cent Brain, I Want to Blow Shit Up, I Like a Ketchup, Fuck I OD'd Again and Fuck the Snow (that last one is a Christmas song). You know what to expect, right? In that respect the new (digital) single Oleka is a surprise, because the first song starts with the question 'Do you love me?' with a friendly drumbeat in the background. But then you hear a raw throat shouting the answer 'Can't you see it in my eyes?' and screeching guitars coming along, so that the sweet lyrics don't matter that much anymore. This is all about emotion!
oleka by Reynaldo Jenkins and the Teardrops
New single: Don't Worry || As If By Magic
By Dennis / January 20, 2021 January 21, 2021 / Indie Rock / Leave a Comment
Indie rock band Don't Worry from Essex (UK) released the new digital single As If By Magic, out now through Specialist Subject Records. Reportedly it's "about feeling dissatisfied in the present moment and how we often try to remedy this by looking backwards. Social media can often exacerbate these feelings. The song is a reminder not to swim too long in the warmth of nostalgia and to recognize the value in all experiences." In terms of music and vocals, this song is much lighter than their previous album Who Cares Anyway? (2018), it could be a radio hit. Do I hear handclaps there?
As If By Magic by Don't Worry
'Dive into the rat race // Chop of the top of my head // Find whatever meaning in that which presents itself // I'll find the time to look inside'
New album: Oberon Rose || Holographic Blues
By Dennis / January 20, 2021 January 20, 2021 / Psych / Leave a Comment
Tommy Oberon and Rebecca Rose form a songwriting team, and with surnames like that you don't have to think long about a band name. Oberon Rose pulls from a variety of rock, folk, country and pop influences that span both genres and decades (we should also mention power pop, glam rock and psych here, yet they produce their own unambiguous sound). After Wunjo (2012) and Tell Me All About It (2018) they have now released their third CD: Holographic Blues is out now through their own label ThouART Records. Mesmerizing music that makes you dream of better times. Watch and listen below to Sinner (the first and imho one of the best tracks on the album) and stream the other tracks on Spotify.
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New album: The Airport 77s || Rotation
By Dennis / January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021 / Power Pop / Leave a Comment
Although they occasionally dress as such, the Airport 77s are not airline pilots, but they play their guitars and drums with enough energy to take flight. Bassist Chuck Dolan, drummer John Kelly, and guitarist Andy Sullivan came together over a shared love of obscure 1970s power pop, so not surprising that they cover Bram Tchaikovsky's Girl Of My Dreams on their self-produced debut album Rotation. The other seven tracks are own work, a selection from the slowly but surely built up repertoire of more than 100 songs, just as good (according to the band bio, the premise was that "the original material had to be good enough to follow Jessie's Girl in the set"). The music is power pop like power pop is meant to be, but the lyrics really bring a smile to your face – just listen to (When You're Kissing On Me Do You Think Of) James McAvoy, an ode to the Scottish actor: ("If Coldplay was his jam / Would you say they're your favorite band? / It's like you don't give a damn about human dignity.")
Rotation by The Airport 77s
Add to wantlist: Bandcamp || Discogs
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New EP: Fletcher || Frog EP
By Dennis / January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021 / Jangle Pop / Leave a Comment
Fletcher is an American indie rock band consisting of four best friends. Their joint Spotify playlist features Real Estate, Magic Potion, Mac DeMarco, Vacations, Her's, Peach Pit, boy pablo and Good Morning – credible influences. But the young multi-instrumentalists themselves offer a valuable addition to the jangle / slacker pop genre with their Frog EP released today. From the first notes of the great track 2005 VW Passat you will be grabbed and they will not let you go until last song Hannah's Ford ends.
Frog EP by Fletcher
New Album: Hjelle || Det Måste Inte Vara Så Här
By Niek / January 19, 2021 March 1, 2021 / Garage Rock, Power Pop, Punk / 1 Comment
Hjelle is the singer for Swedish pubpunkband extraordinaire Bäddat För Trubbel. Det Måste Inte Vara Så Här (It Must Not Be Like This) is his third solorecord. It was released last month by the Swedish Ken Rock Label, but only just arrived on Spotify which is how I discovered its existence. The record consists of 15 short and sweet lo-fi tunes that border between pubrock and rock'n'roll with the occasional and very welcome sax-solo. If you like Bäddat För Trubbel, I am pretty sure you'll dig this as well.
Add to wantlist: Discogs || Hepcat.se
New compilation: Various Artists || Fakes
By Niek / January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021 / Alternative Rock, Garage Rock, Indie Rock, Power Pop, Punk / Leave a Comment
I've always had a weak spot for cover compilations, particularly when the originals are classics and the recreations sound faster, angrier of weirder. So thank you, Drunk Dial Records for asking some of today's best punk and garage acts to cover their favorite song of fictional artists from movies and tv shows. The result is a highly entertaining compilation. What about Pavid Vermin covering The Beets from '90's cartoon Doug? Or Jiffy Marx & kcar doing a delightfully weird version of Sugar Sugar? Or Berwanger doing Welcome to the Dollhouse? What about Careful making this Mitch & Mickey song actually sound good? And bless Charlie Continental for changing Wet Wet Wet's Love is all Around into Covid's All Around ("there was a start, there will be an end"). Though I hope this will ultimately get a physical release, it's currently digital only. There are worse ways to spend $5. And if you need any further encouragement, all proceeds will be divided between the bands and four charities.
Fakes by Various Artists
Overlooked single: The Sound Station || The Sound Station
By Niek / January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021 / Garage Rock / Leave a Comment
Thanx to the ever prolific bandcamp label Kafadan Kontak, I came across this killer single by LA garage rnr band The Sound Station. These two songs were part of a split single with The Creepy Crawlies released by Outro Records in 2020. Wanna know why this single is currently at the top of my wantlist? Just check out Give Your Lovin' To Me.
The Sound Station by kafadan kontak
New album: The GTO's || ¡No Están Muertos!
By Niek / January 18, 2021 March 1, 2021 / Punk / Leave a Comment
The GTO's are from Spain and play fast bubblegum poppunk in the vein of Screeching Weasel and The Queers. This type of music is made for summer, but I don't mind at all that the band released their new record ¡No Están Muertos! in the middle of winter. The songs are catchy, the music is tight and the record injects a welcome burst of energy into my brain. Great album cover as well, which, if I am not mistaken, is taken from a Jack Kirby horror comic.
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Polyamide 6/Graphene Composites: The Effect of in situ Polymerisation on the Structure and Properties of Graphene Oxide and Reduced Graphene Oxide
A O'Neill, D Bakirtzis, D Dixon
Nanocomposites were prepared via in situ, ring opening polymerisation of ε-caprolactam in the presence of single layer graphene oxide (GO) and chemically reduced graphene oxide (rGO). The structure and properties of the graphene before and after polymerisation were investigated, alongside the properties of the composites, using atomic force microscopy (AFM), Fourier transform infra-red spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Reduction of the Graphene Oxide (GO) during polymerisation was observed along with functionalisation of graphene flakes with polyamide 6 (PA6) chains. FTIR and XRD show the retention of some oxygen functionalities after reduction, specifically doubly bound oxygen species. The functionalised graphene sheets were analysed after centrifugal removal from composites using formic acid as a solvent. AFM imaging indicated a sheet height of 0.75 nm for single layer graphene oxide with an increase to 4 nm for graphene sheets after polymerisation. This suggests that the graphene acts as a base for polymerisation with polymer chains propagating from its surface, promoting interfacial interaction. More so in PA6/GO composites as there is a greater amount of PA6 bound to GO when compared to rGO. Raman data depicts a slight restoration of sp2 hybrid for functionalised-GO (f-GO) which does not occur in functionalised-rGO (f-rGO). XRD suggests no restacking of GO sheets occurred during the polymerisation process whilst graphitisation of rGO occurred. Thermal analysis measurements revealed that nanocomposites are thermally stable and graphene inclusion influenced both crystallinity and the molecular weight of the polymer.
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Much of the success we have in life comes from the thrust we have. Thrust is that compelling force, that, whether it's forced on you or forced from you, makes you move, and makes things happen. If you've ever had an uncle who literally kicked your ass, you know what I mean. When he said clean the shop, you hopped to, but without the thrust you might have remained inert.
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So far, so good. But what if you're a guy like Sir Sneezealot, whose body provides the thrust, even if it happens to be at inopportune times? (His real name is something else, but he got the moniker Sir Sneezealot from the women he knew. Once you've burnt X number of women, they bruit it around among themselves, and next thing you know you've got a bad reputation and maybe a weird nickname.)
Sir Sneezealot had a problem with sneezing even before he was old enough to be called Sir. When he was a kid. It plagued him, all the random sneezes being a nuisance as a child, a youth, a teen, an early adult, and so on. His mom hated it, for sure, and was the first woman he offended, when, because of all his sneezing and thrust, she was changing diapers all day long. He also had problems with other boys, like in the shower after gym class, sneezing and peeing across the room like a rainbow. The thrust of youth!
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I said it was a time of innocence, which is of course a lie, such as the time he and a young gal were behind the curtain on the school stage. He sneezed, the curtain flared out, and it practically killed her from embarrassment when everyone saw her blouse hanging off. She yanked the curtain from its upper moorings to cover herself and ran from the building, dragging with super strength that 200 pound train. She finally collapsed from exhaustion three miles away. What a struggle! Behind her, she left gardens devastated and picket fences collapsed. And yet -- it was hard to see it at the time -- she was one of the lucky ones...
Because Sir Sneezealot went on. Anyone with that much thrust can't be held back. And it was kind of exciting -- he liked it, he loved it -- all the serendipity that comes because of a problem he couldn't help anyway. He would let it come as it would, and even time to time accentuate it by sniffing pepper or staring at the sun. Ways like that that make ordinary people sneeze, to him were like gasoline on the fire, the eruption being so massive, there's no calculating how many kids he fathered.
He'd be on a date, and let's just say things would get amorous and out of hand. This is what happens to the rest of us without a sneezing problem. Just think how crazy it would be: You're gauging everything in a relationship as it progresses, and the heat of the moment is now, and a sudden sneezing attack comes on, with all that thrust, and you end up with triplets. And protection isn't actually protection, because it's designed for people with normal thrust. You name the protection and I'll tell you why it's no good; his thrust was always just that much stronger. He'd shred it! For him, the floodgates were always open!
OK, friends, I'm trying to be discreet about his dates -- whose daughters they were, etc. -- but the bottom line is, this guy fathered roughly every sixth kid in the county. He was like Screamin' Jay Hawkins, but more of a local guy. Then after a number of years, he had to move away because ... people hated his guts, especially women and their fathers.
They would hear tell of him, but if he's not sneezing during the meal, the movie, the late night drinks, or the preliminaries on the couch, what makes you think it's him? Then, suddenly, KERCHOO!, and they're picking out wallpaper for the nursery.
Ladies, and dads, Sir Sneezealot is still out there ... somewhere.
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Love this post! You nailed all of these points and my favorite line is "people on top of the mountain didn't just fall there".
The one that I still need to work on is don't dwell on mistakes, but I do agree that everything happens for a reason. We just have wait and figure out why.
Greetings, Claudia! Thanks so much for the comment. I apologize for the extreme delay in posting and replying to it. I've been chin-deep in audiobook production and have let weeds grow on my blog!
Even though I think things happen for a reason, sometimes we never know the reason. For instance, my dear friend Mike, whom I wrote about in this post, passed away this year after a 9-month battle with cancer. He was only 45 and had seemed to be the picture of health prior to his diagnosis.
While the loss of a loved one is far more traumatizing than a simple mistake like wearing the wrong clothes to an interview, it's easy to get stuck in a questioning mode of "why did this happen?" Rather than letting that thought swirl in your mind, I've learned you have to let it go if you expect to have inner peace and be able to move forward. It happened. Some reason exists about why it happened, but I'll never know or understand it.


Elements and Formulae of Special Relativity presents elements and formulas of the theory of special relativity and covers topics ranging from kinematics and propagation of light to mechanics of single bodies, hydrodynamics, and thermodynamics. Vector operators, electromagnetic fields, electrodynamics, and statistical mechanics are also explored. This book is comprised of 13 chapters and begins by introducing the reader to the kinematics of special relativity, paying particular attention to formulas required for transformations between two frames of reference. Attention then turns to the propagation of light, the Doppler effect, the mechanics of single bodies, and the more general and more powerful approach to relativistic mechanics due to Lagrange and to Hamilton. The chapters that follow focus on formulas for a fluid maintained at a constant uniform pressure; relativistic formulas for thermodynamics; and representation of M-vectors with real components by cartesian 4-vectors with imaginary components. This book also considers the equations for an electromagnetic field in a vacuum and a gaseous phase composed of one or several perfect monatomic gases. A brief historical synopsis is given in the last chapter. This monograph will be useful to chemical physicists and other not-too-theoretical physicists.


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Q: How can we find the atlas? I am looking at the following exercise:
The surface obtained by rotating the curve $x = \cosh z$ in the $xz$-plane around the $z$-axis is called a catenoid. Describe an atlas for this surface.
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I have done the following:
Let $\gamma (u)=(\cosh u, 0, u)$ be a parametrization of the profile curve $x = \cosh z$.
A point of the catenoid has as vector $$\sigma (u,v)=(\cosh u\cos v, \cosh u\sin v, u)$$
Is this correct so far?
How can we find the atlas?

A: You defined a map from $\mathbb{R}\times S^1$ onto the catenoid. As a parametrization this is fine.
When searching for an atlas then the problem with this is that the source is not diffemorphic to Euclidean space but to a cylinder.
Just cover the $S^1$ in your domain of definition by two line segments $I_1, I_2$ of length $\pi+\varepsilon$, say, and restrict your map to the resulting sets $I_k\times \mathbb{R}$. This will give you an atlas consisting of two charts.

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NCAA Women's Hockey Morning Skate: January 17th, 2014
By Gabriella Fundaro January 17th, 2014
#10 Robert Morris at #7 Quinnipiac, Fri. 1/17 @ 4 p.m. EST & Sat. 1/18 @ 2 p.m. EST
Coming off of a bye-week, the Colonials will travel to Quinnipiac for a pair of important non-conference match-ups. Goaltender Jessica Dodds will bring her spotless 15-0-1 record along with her, and Dodds and her Robert Morris defense will be put to the test against the Bobcats' offense. Scoring hasn't been much of an issue for the Colonials this year, but they'll likely have their hands full with Quinnipiac's top two lines. They're going to have to keep the Bobcats to the outside and move the puck out of the zone quickly, so they can create some things themselves instead of spending long stretches on their heels.
Shiann Darkangelo, Quinnipiac Bobcats (John Hassett/Quinnipiac Athletics)
Quinnipiac's offense might be top-heavy, but they've got some talented players in their top-six, especially with the duo of Kelly Babstock and Shiann Darkangelo. Their lack of depth has led to some inconsistency in production but they've got a pretty vicious forecheck that will make it hard for Robert Morris to contend with. The Bobcats got into trouble last weekend when they gave up the game's first three goals, so they'll want to make sure they don't fall behind early against the Colonials. It'll also be important for Quinnipiac to cash in on their opportunities; though they can dominant opponents with that aggressive offensive zone play, they don't want to come away empty after doing so.
Top-10 Teams in Action
Minnesota State at #1 Minnesota, Fri. 1/17 @ 5:37 p.m. EST; #1 Minnesota at Minnesota State, Sun. 1/19 @ 2:07 p.m. EST
#2 Clarkson at Yale, Fri. 1/17 @ 7 p.m. EST; #2 Clarkson at Brown, Sat. 1/18 @ 4 p.m. EST
#3 Wisconsin at Bemidji State, Fri. 1/17 @ 3:07 p.m. EST & Sat. 1/18 @ 3:07 p.m. EST
St. Cloud State at #4 North Dakota, Fri. 1/17 @ 8:07 p.m. EST & Sat. 1/18 @ 3:07 p.m. EST
Dartmouth at #5 Cornell, Fri. 1/17 @ 7 p.m. EST; #8 Harvard at #5 Cornell, Sat. 1/18 @ 4 p.m. EST
Vermont at #6 Boston College, Fri. 1/17 @ 2 p.m. EST & Sat. 1/18 @ 2 p.m. EST
#8 Harvard at Colgate, Fri. 1/17 @ 7 p.m. EST
#9 Boston University at Providence, Fri. 1/17 @ 7 p.m. EST; Northeastern at #9 Boston University, Sun. 1/19 @ 12 p.m. EST
What to Watch For
Minnesota will look to bounce back from last weekend's shootout loss to Ohio State when they host the Mavericks in the outdoor 2014 Hockey City Classic at TCF Bank Stadium. The excitement of the outdoor game gives each team plenty to look forward to, but the Gophers will also want to return to the top of their game after that bump in the road last week. They'll be looking to assert themselves early and often. Sunday's game could prove to be very interesting; both teams will be coming down off the high of Friday night's atmosphere but that could put Minnesota State in an even better position to upset.
Now #GWH is officially ready for the @HkyCityClassic! @GoldytheGopher, is that you? pic.twitter.com/iz86LTeEIX
— Minnesota Women's Hockey (@GopherWHockey) January 16, 2014
Clarkson is currently riding a five-game win streak and has only lost twice since Nov. 1, to national contenders Harvard and North Dakota. They pounded Yale 7-0 last time they faced off, but the Bulldogs have otherwise proven to be a pretty competitive team this season. Yale is just coming off of a huge win at Harvard, and will be bidding for another upset this weekend, so the Golden Knights will need to be wary of that. Clarkson's scoring woes from earlier in the season seem to be behind them, and they haven't given up more than two goals in a game since falling to Cornell 6-3 on Oct. 25; they've earned a shutout in eight of 14 games over that span.
Boston College will host Vermont in a two-game series this weekend. The Eagles had some difficulty against Northeastern last weekend, and Vermont, who's firmly in the thick of things in the Hockey East race, will have just as much to play for. BC blew out the Catamounts when they visited Burlington in October, but Vermont has looked like a much-improved squad since then. Amanda Pelkey has developed into a game-breaking player, and she could really cause some headaches for Boston College's defense. The Eagles have much more depth top-to-bottom than the Catamounts, though, so as long as they put in a consistent effort, they should be able to outplay UVM.
Boston University will face off against both Providence and Northeastern this weekend. The Friars have been very up-and-down this year, but they've got one of the better offensive cores in the league, and though the Huskies hasn't been able to find as much scoring as they'd like, they've been able to skate with anyone in the conference. The Terriers will be looking to bounce back from a loss to BC last Wednesday, and to do so, they're really going to have to buckle down defensively in order to slow down both of this week's opponents.
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Ha origini messicane ed è anche ballerina. È nota in particolare per due brani del 2001 inseriti in altrettanti film, ovvero Dancing in the Street per il film Ricreazione - La scuola è finita e Miracles Happen (When You Believe) per il film Pretty Princess.

Discografia

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1997 - Mensajera del Amór
2001 - Myra
2001 - Milagros
2001 - Myra+more

EP
2001 - Introducing Myra

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Max Keeble alla riscossa (Max Keeble's Big Move), regia di Tim Hill (2001)

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If I told you that a half-day training program creates life-changing benefits for women and their families, I'd understand if you were skeptical. Yet, implausible as that sounds, researchers at the University of California San Francisco Bixby Center have shown precisely how it can happen. And it's a story that deserves to be shared.
Let's start with the world as we know it. When a woman in the U.S. asks her doctor about contraception, she'll usually get a prescription for birth control pills or a recommendation that her partner use condoms. This has been the practice for many decades, despite the development of far more effective and convenient forms of birth control—the IUD and the contraceptive implant.
Although long-acting reversible methods of contraception, or LARCs, have been proven to be highly effective and safe for women of all ages, whether they have had children or not, most women don't hear about them from their doctors because of outmoded beliefs that these methods are appropriate for older married moms. Providers shy away from routinely offering LARCs because they may lack confidence in their ability to insert the devices correctly and clinic routines may not accommodate slightly longer visits. Even unfamiliarity with the right billing codes can prevent a woman from getting the most effective form of birth control—a particularly crucial issue now that the Affordable Care Act covers all methods.
These barriers to good care have bad consequences: Only 9 percent of women in the U.S. use LARCs, while they are much more popular in other industrialized countries. And because women who depend on pills and condoms are much more likely to get pregnant by accident than women who use long-acting methods, low use of the most effective birth control is partially responsible for the fact that half—yes, you read that right: half—of all pregnancies in this country are unintended.
Now: let's create a better world. A few years ago, a team of researchers at the University of California San Francisco, led by Cynthia Harper, decided to do something about this problem. The UCSF team developed a half-day training program to update physician knowledge and to train all clinic staff about the relative benefits and risks of different contraceptives, with a focus on LARCs. The aim was to raise the knowledge level about the most effective birth control methods—and the hope was that this would lead not only to more women using these methods, but eventually to fewer women being surprised by a pregnancy they had been trying to avoid. The training was distinguished by its use of up-to-date medical evidence, and by a comprehensive clinic-wide approach: everyone from schedulers to billing clerks to the doctors themselves learned about how to integrate underused contraceptives into their practice.
The results, appearing in the Lancet this week, are impressive. They show for the first time how a clinic-based intervention can decrease unintended pregnancy. The researchers found, first, that in clinics where the training had been conducted, 71 percent of women were informed about LARCS, compared to 39 percent in the business-as-usual clinics. Second, in clinics where personnel had been trained, 28 percent of women coming in for a family planning visit chose an IUD or an implant, compared to 17 percent of comparable women in other clinics. Third, and most remarkably, the training halved the number of unintended pregnancies.
Bottom line: a short and relatively inexpensive training of health care providers dramatically reduces the emotional, physical, and societal costs of unintended pregnancy.
That, my friends, is true value for money.


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Kal Patel, MD / Jan 27, 2022
JPM 2022: Post-conference digital health roundup
Digital health was front and center at the annual JP Morgan Conference this month, with medtech majors investing heavily in the sector, plus, explorations of barriers to adopting AI in quality assurance, risk-sharing in telehealth, and at least one well-known health system looking to invest in digital health.
Here are some highlights:
The CEOs of Abbott, BD and Quidel detailed their companies' involvement with digital, with Abbott's Robert B. Ford showcasing the BinaxNOW COVID-19 rapid antigen test that the company paired with an app "to provide that kind of direct experience where somebody could buy the test and then also get their pass on their phone."
BD CEO Tom Polen said his firm sees digital as a competitive advantage – and a key driver of innovation and growth. BD's acquisition last month of Scanwell Health "advances our focus on enabling new care settings and accelerates smart connected care through smartphone-enabled at-home diagnostic tests."
For Quidel, CEO Doug Bryant said that although digital health isn't something the company talks much about, "nevertheless, we have been spending a great deal of time on it." The company is looking for near-term opportunities to expand into the consumer use market beyond COVID-19, Bryant said.
Although AI and machine learning promise widespread benefits in healthcare, there is a need for a comprehensive framework for safely and responsibly introducing the technology, according to a new study in Nature's NPJ Digital Medicine.
A few virtual care companies are inking risk-sharing contracts, betting that embracing risk could endear them to the health plans and employers they depend on. Companies such as Heartbeat Health and Teladoc are in the very early stages of cementing these contracts.
Mass General Brigham is putting the bulk of its growth investments in two buckets: Cutting-edge research into "big bet" areas with commercialization potential, such as gene and cell therapy; and virtual care, digital tools and novel care models.
For our part, a highlight of the conference was another installation of our Digital Health C-Suite Series with our friends at HealthXL, called "The Holy Grail of Digital Health: Scaling Patient and Clinician Adoption."
Our session's presenters – Lilly Biomedicines' Head of Digital Health Kirk Keaffaber; Ritesh Patel, senior partner for global digital health at FINN Partners; and Chandana Fitzgerald, HealthXL's GM & chief medical officer – offered valuable insights and lessons from their digital adoption experience. Here are a few key takeaways from our discussion of the challenges facing life science companies that are adopting digital:
Complexity of scale: Scaling digital health products is one of the biggest barriers to success for digital biopharma leaders today. Our experts shared the importance of building an ecosystem of partners, including technology companies, patient advocacy groups and provider groups and health systems. For patient-facing digital health apps or devices, partnering with advocacy groups and patients early on allows you to test your digital solution or app, and can be hugely beneficial in uncovering human factors insights to understand what will really be useful for patients.
It's all about starting with an MVP: Release earlier versions of your digital health products sooner to generate evidence and drive partnerships. Releasing earlier versions to patient advocacy groups and even internal employees to trial and test the solution is another effective way to gain insights.
Engaging physicians is critical: The most common way for a patient to utilize a digital health solution is if it is recommended by their doctor, making it imperative to engage with the provider community as soon as you can.
Finally, we announced during the conference a partnership with Sanofi to bring to market a next-generation digital companion app for one of Sanofi's most important treatments. The BrightInsight® Platform will serve as the underlying infrastructure to accelerate continuous development of one of Sanofi's best-in-class Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) solutions.
Leveraging our BrightInsight Platform, the new app will support patients from therapy onboarding to chronic disease management via a patient mobile app that integrates with third-party systems in a connected ecosystem. Users will be able to manage their complex conditions with custom profiles and content, and step-by-step therapy administration guidance.
Thank you to everyone who shared our news about Sanofi and to those who attended our virtual Digital Health C-Suite Series discussion. We hope to see you all in person at JPM 2023!


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Photograph by Dance Imagery Scotland
Serena McCall
Elmhurst Ballet School
Hi I am Serena McCall, I am full time training at Elmhurst Ballet School currently in YR11.
FS: Why were you interested in becoming a Freda Silk Ambassador?
SM:I became really interested in Freda Silk after seeing all their stunning skirts. I have a real passion for dancewear and instantly feel in love in with the quality and variety of fabrics. I am so honoured to have been asked to join the team as I cannot wait to wear more of their beautiful skirts this coming year.
Where were you born and raised?
I was born in Scotland and live near Edinburgh.
Do you recall when or how you caught the dance bug?
I started dancing when I was only two and half years old but it was really when I turned about nine years old, I fell in love with ballet.
When did you start at Elmhurst School? Can you briefly a typical day?
I did not start Elmhurst until I was 14 years old. I started a bit later than most of my class, so it was extra special being offered a place into an existing year. My day begins very early we have breakfast from 7am in the morning then classes start at 9am. Most days consist of 4 hours dance and then 4 hours academic. We usually have dinner about 6.30 then we are evenings free to either go into the studios or study. We need to be in bed no later than 10pm.
What different styles of dance do you learn? Do you have a favourite style?
We learn a variety of styles, but in YR11 we do Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz and Flamenco. We have an enrichment day on a Friday so it can be anything from acrobatics to commercial.
My fav style of dance has to be contemporary.
Do you learn choreography at school?
I am studying my GSCE dance and we must do our own Choreography, so I do it as part of that.
Do you enjoy choreographing, or prefer to perform other people's steps?
I love choreographing - to be honest it's something I hope to be able to do in the future. Last year at our school's chore competition I was lucky enough to be awarded the audience choice award for the dance I helped choreograph. Edward Watson and Kerri Nicholls were on the judging panel and they also awarded me commendations for the piece.
Who are your idols?
I am a huge admirer of Sarah Lamb and Darcey Bussell. I love that Darcey is tall like me and has studied in America, which I hope to eventually do.
With which company would you like to work in the future?
I would love to perform in America, my dream would be to work for San Francisco Ballet or in the UK Wayne McGregor Company.
What was the last dance performance you went to see?
On Thursday the 27th of Feb I went to watch Beauty and the Beast by Birmingham Royal Ballet.
Are there particular dance events, competitions, workshops etc that you like to attend?
I attend as many workshops and dance conventions as I can. My favourite ones are Can You Dance conventions which I have been a part of for three years. I was selected to perform through a video audition a solo at one of the conventions and was called a rising star. However, two years ago I auditioned to be a part of the CYD dance star programme which means I now represent them CYD at events and get to perform at their Super Convention. Last year I was asked to assist a choreographer called Adam Scott in his sold-out workshop. In previous years I have also attended MOVE IT and performed as part of the Dane Bates Collectives which I am a member of.
Full time ballet training as a teen must been really hard work. What keeps you motivated and have time for your studies?
This year so far has been a challenge as I have just sat my mocks and later this year, I have my GCSEs which means I have been studying more. To keep me motivated through these challenges, I really focus on preparing the best I can by making sure I have set time aside to fit everything in.
I love attending Elmhurst and being able to combine my passion for dance and balance that with my academic studies gives me the motivation to always work hard. In addition to my ballet training and studies I am also auditioning for upper schools, so I have had to take a huge step back from lots of opportunities I get. I know that this will only be for the next six months, then once my exams and auditions are out the way, I have lots of exciting things planned for the summer.
What sort of a dancer are you?
I am often told I am very American in my style of dance, I have had feedback that I am both expressive and technical when I perform.
You look very confident and beautiful modelling for dance photo shoots. Does that come naturally to you, helped by being a dancer & performer?
I am so lucky to have worked with so many amazing photographers, but my first real dance shoot was with Tiia Laukkanen from Finland when I was 11 years old. Since then I have become more experienced, but I do agree being a dancer and performer has helped me. My most memorable shoot was Paris when I was 13 years old for an American Photographer Collette Mruk, it's something I will never forget.
Do you find that putting on a costume or a beautiful flowing rehearsal skirt changes the way you feel? Is there a difference in the way you perform when in costume as opposed to studio wear?
When I put on a costume or beautiful flowing rehearsal skirt, it makes me feel so much more confident when I perform on stage. It is different to wearing studio wear, wearing costumes also helps you get into the character of the dance. I always love to put on beautiful dancewear, hopefully one day I can design my own range of dance wear clothing.
I'm not a dancer, but I love the elegance and grace of the clothes worn by ballet dancers. Do you take it for granted now, or do you get excited about a new ballet skirt, pointe shoes etc?
I never ever take for granted any of the dance wear, I still get so excited when I can wear something new and that little bit different. I pride myself in trying to stand apart by looking out for new and upcoming brands. I am about to trail a new product for a leading brand, and I can't wait to receive it.
Do you have any other talents that might surprise people?
I love to tap dance which I don't get to do that often these days but it's something I did from a young age and have sat ISTD exams which I have passed with distinction.
Do you have some essential / favourite things that you keep in your dance bag?
I always carry my stretch bands and blister plasters in case I need these after being on pointe for long hours. I also make sure I have spare ballet tights and hair accessories.
If you could use your social media following to raise awareness for something besides
ballet, what would it be?
I hope my social media helps inspire young dancers of all ages that they can learn all styles of dance. I love to share my passion of dance and not just ballet. Being at a ballet school does not mean I cannot do anything else because that's not true.
Follow Serena on Instagram @dancer_serena