A gorgeous debut about family, friendship, first romance, and how to be true to one person you love without betraying another
The Garretts are everything the Reeds are not. Loud, numerous, messy, affectionate. And every day from her balcony perch, seventeen-year-old Samantha Reed wishes she was one of them . . . until one summer evening, Jase Garrett climbs her terrace and changes everything. As the two fall fiercely in love, Jase’s family makes Samantha one of their own. Then in an instant, the bottom drops out of her world and she is suddenly faced with an impossible decision. Which perfect family will save her? Or is it time she saved herself?
A dreamy summer read, full of characters who stay with you long after the story is over.
“A summer romance with depth.” —The Boston Sunday Globe
“Fitzpatrick’s excellent first novel movingly captures the intensity of first love.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
“An almost perfect summer romance.” —Kirkus Reviews
“On par with authors such as Sarah Dessen and Deb Caletti.” —SLJ


Carmen W. Mississippi Artist
on November 5th at 6 pm - 8 pm
Mrs. Wilkinson will have a reception
along with Mrs. Fern Crossley.
The reception is open to the public
Mrs. Wilkinson is having an art exhibit from
November 5- December 7 at the McComb, MS
Her exhibit is entitled "Paradigm"
along with Mrs. Wilkinson, Mrs. Fern Crossley
will be showcasing the book of her late husband Mr. Charles R. Crossley
who was a mentor and friend of Mrs. Wilkinson
The book will be for sale and the featured book
of the month during the month of November.
Mr. Crossley asked Mrs. Wilkinson to write the forward to his book prior to his death. Sadly, Mr. Crossley passed before the final copy of the book was ready for print. He was however; able to read the forward and gave his approval.
The book is part one of a series of his work.
it is entitled "Charles R. Crossley" Reflections in Time with full color photos of some of his work from 2000 until present. (his book may also be purchased on Amazon.com


Written by: SOS International
It’s 2024! We hope you had a great end to 2023 and are looking forward to the year ahead. A new year often means coming up with new resolutions, and a common resolution is to read more. If you are planning to read more in 2024, we have some book recommendations to help you out! We asked SOS staff about the best books they read in the past year. Here are some of the books they recommend for 2024:
We hope you find a book or two that catch your interest to add to your reading list for this year! We hope you have a Happy New Year from your friends here at SOS International!


The Illegal Gardener
Book 1 – Published July 2012
An entrancing story of the burgeoning relationship that develops between two people from very different backgrounds and cultures, an English woman living in Greece and the Pakistani illegal immigrant who becomes her gardener and house boy.
Each comes with their own problems, their own past baggage, and she explores these with sympathy and understanding as well as the many nuances of the differences in cultures as they become more and more dependent on each other.
This is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading…
Book 2 – Published September 2012
The second in the series, Black Butterflies is mostly set on a Greek island (can you guess which one ..?), and explores some serious themes, but in a lighthearted way.
Marina is a gentle soul who makes a modest living in her corner shop. Her husband died years ago, and her children have grown up. Life is pleasantly predictable, if a little dull.
But not even her daughters know that thirty five years ago Marina spent lonely months on a nearby island, and the events of that summer have haunted her ever since.
Now Marina’s daughter is planning to move to the same island and the past and present threaten to collide with dreadful consequences.
Black Butterflies follows Marina reluctantly revisiting the island. She has a plan, of sorts, to avert possible tragedy but in doing so she will come face to face with the consequences of her long kept secret. Will she be in time, and why does she never go anywhere without her big black bag?
Packed with a troupe of colourful characters that intertwine in a gripping story, Black Butterflies is by turn uproariously funny, touching or sad.
Exploring themes of bigotry and how doing what we think is for the best can unwittingly harm those we love, this is a gentle journey to one woman’s redemption.
The Explosive Nature of Friendship
Book 3 – Published December 2012
Mitsos, one of the friends, and now an old man, leads a solitary and ordered life, which is interrupted by the arrival of his young nephew, whom he reluctantly agrees to babysit.
To amuse the child, he recounts tales from his own youth, which are both romantic and tragic, while also being funny, and touching.
In the telling of these tales he is prompted to reassess the past and to come to terms with the events of a single day that has haunted him for twenty years, and all that led up to it.
A letter gives him a chance to rectify his biggest wrong and gain the peace he is seeking.
But is what he has sought for the last twenty years what he wants now? Is he the man he thought he was?
Set against a backdrop of a small Greek farming village, comedy and tragedy are present in equal measures.
Sara transports you to a land of sea and sun as she explores what it means to be human, and fallible. The book examines the nature of friendship, and how our choices and our perceptions of our place in society can define us.
The Gypsy’s Dream
Book 4 – Published March 2013
Alone, with very little money, no Greek and no way to contact her friend Jackie, who has lined up a bar job for her, Abby finds she has to stand on her own two feet for the first time…
She meets Stella, who runs the local ouzeri – a rough and ready eatery were farmers gather to drink and take refuge from their domestic lives.
Stella does not need a naive young English girl hanging around, and the ouzeri is not the glamorous bar that Abby had bargained for.
But when events throw them together, the situation brings to the boil tensions that have been brewing for years, the ripples drawing in other people in the village, threatening Abby’s ability to ever leave, culminating in shocking unforeseen events and the uncovering of dark secrets that change peoples’ thinking about themselves and others permanently.
The Art of Becoming Homeless
Book 5 – Published September 2013
Disenchanted with life as a high-flying lawyer in London, when her firm decides to send her to Athens to handle a case she jumps at the opportunity.
Before work begins on Monday Michelle decides to squeeze in a sun-filled weekend on an island but a chance encounter on the boat across and a tragic accident throw her plans into disarray and threaten to change the entire course of her life…
In the Shade of the Monkey Puzzle Tree
Book 6 – Published December 2013
‘The struggle of a Man to move out from the shadow of his father and make his mark in the world.’
‘This is the most satisfying book I have read in some time’
‘ The stories take you away from grey skies into a wonderful setting of sunshine, but most of all fabulous story telling.’
‘In The Shade Of The Monkey Puzzle Tree is a warm, rich read. I plan to seek out other novels in the The Greek Village Collection’
‘I devoured this book not wanting to put it down.’
‘I cannot recommend enough this new and lovely tale.’
‘A good portrayal of emotions and the sense of right and wrong. A really good read and the ending not as I expected.’
A Handful of Pebbles
Book 7 – Published June 2014
But Sarah’s own marriage is strained, and now that her children have grown up and left home she finds herself questioning her role of wife and mother.
Meeting up with her best friend Michelle, who is also over for the wedding, and whom she has not seen for years adds a further dimension, and why does Sarah feel so unsettled in the presence of Nicolaos, the shepherd who she seems to keep bumping into ..?
Praise for A Handful of Pebbles
– ‘This was an emotional book, of loss and regret and of the chance to change things and make a new start.’
– ‘This story is so rich in content that you really feel for the characters and go on a journey with them. I am starting my own collection of pebbles ! A must read for anyone, anytime or anyplace.’
– ‘This is Sara Alexi’s seventh book in the ‘Greek Village Collection’ and is as good if not better than the first one! (No need to read in order.) The story is about loss, regret and the belief that you can be whoever you want to be…’
– ‘Excellent writer , excellent book’
– ‘This is one of those books where you just don’t want it to end.’ – Micheal Finlayson (Amazon top 1000 reviewer.)
– ‘Her storytelling is so good it is easy to ignore the depth of her characterisation,’
– ‘After reading this I have to say the Greek Village Series just gets better and better.’
– ‘Was enthralled by the twists and turns; particularly at the end.’
– ‘The Characters, the descriptions and the whole atmosphere that Sara Alexi provides, a truly great storyteller.’
– ‘This book is one giving hope to many who think their life, as it is, is all there is. It made me very reflective of my own life and left me wondering…’
The Unquiet Mind
Book 8 – Published October 2014
But when the family’s donkey dies, the burden rests on him to make the journey over to the mainland to buy a new one…
Reluctantly, and fearing he will not be able to cope with the wider world, Yanni resolves to make the trip, and in doing so to face his own demons.
One hope spurs him on, and that is the chance of being reunited with Sophia, his childhood sweetheart who was sent away to the mainland at an early age, and whom he has not seen or heard from since.
Will Yanni be able to find Sophia, and will she even remember him?
Once again Sara Alexi spins a masterful yarn that delves deep into the heart of more characters from the Greek village, and exposes more of what it means to be human, and fallible…
Watching the Wind Blow
Book 9 – Published November 2014
Set in the Aegean sea, under the Mediterranean sun, Watching the Wind Blow is a tale of a girl and a man who are thrown together unwillingly in circumstances that are soon beyond anyone’s control.
The endless blue sky and calm clear waters are no more than a tease for Irini, as it soon becomes clear that her life is at risk.
Stumbling to keep herself safe she finds herself revisiting a time in her life that has left her scarred and scared. She has no idea how huge the cost, or the amount of love she needs to heal these wounds.
If you enjoyed ‘The Pact’ or ‘The Story Teller’ by Jodi Picoult, ‘Necessary Lies’ by Diane Chamberlain, ‘The Thread’ or ‘The Island’ by Victoria Hislop or ‘The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry’ by Rachel Joyce or any of Irvin G. Yalom’s publications you’ll love this book…
The Reluctant Baker
Book 10 – Published March 2015
There is a lazy Mediterranean village full of colourful characters.
There is sunshine and wine and a long sandy beach…
There are nagging in-laws, jealous neighbours and a plot to bankrupt the new hotel before it has opened its doors, and some scenes that are just a little bit unexpected.
Set against this backdrop is an uplifting story of resilience in the face of adversity.
Please do not purchase this book if you want to keep your feet on the ground – this book is not for you.
The English Lesson
Book 11 – Published April 2015
Toula receives an invitation to her granddaughter’s third birthday.
To attend means a trip from her beloved Greece to England, where her daughter’s family have settled.
Her husband refuses to go and in his refusal it is implied that she cannot go either.
It has been a lifetime of this; a lifetime of being the woman behind the man, her voice heard less and less.
Now, in the final years of her life, perhaps it is time to take action, time to strike out alone, time to take advantage of whatever life offers her.
The truth is she can do whatever she wants to do, go to any extreme, if she is prepared to accept the consequences.
The Priest’s Well
Book 12 – Published May 2015
Savvas has been assigned a position as the priest in a remote Greek village, following a scandal in the US.
It’s what his mother would have wished for, but for a young ambitious clergyman it seems like a backward step.
He soon finds himself embroiled in petty village politics, and caught between the spiteful Maria, and the complex and alluring Nefeli…
When he finds his predecessor’s diaries the story takes a darker turn and Savvas begins to struggle to maintain his own sanity.
A Song Amongst the Orange Trees
Book 13 – Published July 2015
Sakis wins the a major European song competition in Kharkiv, the Ukraine, but with a song that he considers cheap and musically poor.
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The Stolen Book
Book 14 – Published August 2015
Hidden under dust, stacked and forgotten lay the book.
Just a pamphlet really, only within its pages it promised to show a way to unlimited wealth right out of the circumstances that surrounded her.
It wasn’t hers, she shouldn’t take it, but with two sons to educate and a poorly paid farmer as a husband it promised her just what she needed.
So, to start her journey, she became a thief.
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The Rush Cutter’s Legacy
Book 15 – Published October 2015
Born and bred in a small agricultural village, Vasso spends her days in the yellow wooden kiosk at its heart, keeping the locals supplied with cigarettes, sweets, ice creams and more.
By now, Vasso knows the stories of most of her fellow villagers, and can often be found sharing them over a frappé with her friend Juliet. But Juliet has noticed that Vasso rarely talks about herself.
Why is Vasso so reluctant to share her own story? Why did she leave the village for Orino Island one summer, many years ago – and what was it that finally drove her back?
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Saving Septic Cyril
Book 16 – Published November 2015
In a dim terraced house on a cobbled street in West Yorkshire, Cyril gives refuge to all the stray dogs, abandoned furniture and broken toys he finds.
The ghosts of his past find their way in anyway – and now one of his neighbours wants him evicted.
When Saabira moves in next door with her husband Aaman and their young daughter, she hopes the family has left all its troubles behind in Pakistan.
But memories can be stubborn things, and Saabira has a few that even the wild winds from the moors can’t shake.
Cyril just wants to be left in peace. Saabira just feels compelled to reach out.
With all their differences, can the two of them begin to trust each other?
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Book 17 – Published March 2016
Rallou wakes up one day to find that her dreams have escaped her. The children are grown and gone, and her husband is no longer the man she married.
Their house is not their own, and Rallou has not achieved the things she thought she would with her life.
Has she really made the choices that have determined her life, or is it a case of ‘once a village girl always a village girl’? Either way, it is not enough…
As she ponders her position, a force of nature shatters all she has known and her husband goes missing. Is this the catalyst she needs to make some big decisions, or must she settle for a life that feels less than satisfactory?
Set against the backdrop of a sunny Greek island, ‘Being Enough’ is a simple tale that will resonate with anyone who has ever questioned whether there is more to life.
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A Wander Through the Village
Book 18 – Published April 2016
Grigoris sits under his olive tree, reluctant to go home and face the wrath of his wife, Lena… He’s not been able to sell the oranges this year, and she’s going to furious!!!
Just then, a little green fly lands on his shirt, and it gives him an idea – something he can use to explain why the crop failed, and deflect the blame. It’s a bold lie, but it might just work…
A Wander Through the Village is a collection of short stories, in which we meet old friends and some new ones. In addition, the book is a guide to the Greek village, listing the characters and Greek phrases that are used in each of the first fifteen books, as well as notes about what inspired me to write each of them, what I was hoping to achieve in the process and a set of questions for book clubs. I hope you find these interesting. Oh, and there are maps of the village and Orino Island, too!
And finally – because I could not resist – I have included some wonderful pictures of beautiful Greece. If you haven’t read all the books in the series, please note that the handbook section includes spoilers…
Happy reading, Sara Alexi
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A Stranger in the Village
Book 19 – Published July 2016
There’s a mysterious stranger in the village…
Who is he, and what does he want?
At least two of the women in the village feel there is something familiar about him, but what is the connection?
Book 18 of the Greek Village Collection will transport you!
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A Self Effacing Man
Book 20 – Published October 2016
If it is in your nature to put others before yourself, what do you do when someone makes a play for the person you have secretly loved for years?
Maria is illiterate, and Cosmo, the village postman, is obliged to read the love letters he delivers to her. He stammers over the words and blushes at the feelings he cannot bring himself to voice.
However life is not always predictable and a sudden twist in events throws him in the role of village hero.
But will this change be enough to enable him to overcome his shyness and declare his feelings to the woman he has loved all his life, and will she even be interested after all these years?
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Transformation and evolution to a fourth and fifth dimensional consciousness on earth will be the enlightenment of humanity to the true self in Divine unity. Humans on earth have been living from a fear-based consciousness of separation and conflict within the first three dimensions of consciousness. We are now in a time of transition to a fourth dimensional awareness of our true self of love and creativity.
The fullness of human three dimensional life includes the development of the physical sensory system, the emotions, and the intellectual mind. This is the level of the ordinary mind of the ego. The mystics have always pointed to a higher dimension of humanity that is the spiritual mind within the heart. Early twentieth century mystics, Teilhard de Chardin and Sri Aurobindo both communicated that humanity as a whole is moving toward a noosphere or supramental consciousness.
This higher level of awareness is the evolution of humanity to a fourth and fifth dimensional consciousness on earth. It is a unitary consciousness of the heart expressed within the physical plane on earth.
Are we now in the time period for an imminent transformation or shift to a new earth humanity living from a unitary consciousness on earth? And if so, at what pace, or how quickly does the change occur?
Most cultures, religions, and spiritual traditions have pointed to the early twenty-first century as a marker for this shift. All of this wisdom coincides with the end of a 26,000 year precessional cycle and our movement within the galaxy. The end of the Mayan Long Count calendar in 2012 provides us a focal point for the transformation and evolution to a higher dimensional consciousness on earth.
Jesus refers to the shift at the end of the age, and the Book of Revelation describes the change as the New Heaven and New Earth. We also see precessional numbers in the Gospels where Jesus sends out 72 disciples and the 144,000 elect (cf Luke 10:1-12, Revelation 7).
Is the evoltion to a higher dimensional humanity only a steady acceleration of personal transformation, or does it synchronize with an entire dimensional shift of the planet and humanity on earth? In one viewpoint we each personally evolve to a higher vibration of love and light along our infinite journeys without a complete density shift on earth. In this understanding humanity makes a relatively long term transition into more unified ways of being.
However, Jesus gave us signs to look for as an indication of the end of the age. This points to a very specific range of earth time. He then says that no one knows the hour or day when this will happen, except God alone (cf. Matthew 24:36). His words can be understood as implying a spontaneous wholesale transformation.
If this is the case, is December 21, 2012 a marker for the twenty-first century time period that points to a wholesale dimensional shift on an exact time that is only known by the Divine Spirit? It appears that we are in a time of accelerating transformation that will at some time become an entire dimensional shift of humanity on earth.
We are in a time period on earth where human life on the planet is journeying toward a fourth and fifth dimensional consciousness on earth. An evolution to these dimensions is the New Heaven and New Earth where humanity will love and create from the true self in Divine unity.


Life has a way of coming at us fast, and when it does, we’re usually left searching for answers. That’s where Patti Montella found herself early in life after the death of a beloved friend and the unraveling of her marriage—seeking the universal truths of life. When Patti met renowned spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, she left her corporate career to dedicate her life to uplifting society through the power of breathwork, ancient wisdom, and meditation.
Becoming Unshakeable gives you a rare inside look into the life and transformation of a true seeker who rose above countless obstacles, learned from her failures, discovered her inner resilience, and uncovered the source of happiness.
Patti shares fifteen life-changing Wisdom Lessons that not only help you develop newfound self-awareness, but start you on a path toward greater clarity, happiness, inner strength, and fulfillment. She also reveals the pivotal spiritual lesson she learned after decades of searching for the Divine: it had been with her the entire time.
Press & Praise
"Becoming Unshakeable, Patti Montella's powerful story of personal transformation, entertains, educates, and inspires! Written in a lively, conversational tone, this book provides practical wisdom for living life to our highest potential--as well as a rare glimpse behind the scenes of what it's like to work and travel with one of the most renowned spiritual leaders of our time. Highly recommended!"
"Becoming Unshakeable is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and sigh, and all the while it will be making you unshakable--something we all need in this world today and especially tomorrow. Patti Montella has earned her wisdom and enlightenment. It is a gift to us all that she is sharing that wisdom."
"A book with pearls of wisdom to live by! At a time when the world is facing extraordinary challenges, Patti Montella's book, Becoming Unshakeable, offers a sound approach for winning over our own mind and emotions as individuals and as leaders, in our collective vision toward realizing a happier and healthier society."


Alhamdulilah it has been some time since we have blogged here, but the children have been learning and growing mashaAllah. It’s been a blessing to be able to document the journey with everyone.
Recently we recieved some great books from Little Muslims! Wow subhanAllah, I was excited when I opened the package to see these awesome books:
Needless to say the children were excited too:
My husband and I appreciated the Arabic terms and the fact that there is diversity in each book, the children were able to see different spectrums of children and regions that were represented in the book. This opened the doors for more discussion on diversity and different parts of the world and the blessing to be able to read the words as salaamu alaykum, Allahu akbar, etc
They were able to identify with the characters and the wording was age appropriate mashaAllah.
At the end of each of book there were simple questions to ask that related to each coloring book/ story book mashaAllah. It helped us to have a discussion and talk about what we learned and how we can relate.
The illustrations were beautiful, bright and captured the children’s attention.
We sang and danced to our own tune to 5 Little Muslims mashaAllah, these books are perfect for our circle time…and great all the time!
Makes a great gift for children. We are looking forward to seeing more books from Little Muslims inshaAllah.
Find them here: www.thelittlemuslims.com
Encourage your children to love Allah and learn about His Creation through these wonderful books mashaAllah. It has wonderful Islamic vocabulary words, the 5 pillars of Islam and more. Children can color in it as well and learn so much alhamdulilah!
We give it an A+ for it’s Islamic content, diversity, and confidence building qualities. Your Little Muslim will fall in love with Little Muslims!


Click here for PDF version of “Healing for the Age of Enlightenment.” Directions for Color Therapy can be found in Chapter 5, “The Miracle of Light and Color.” (Page 110)
This is the complete works of Stanley Burroughs based on his life long mission to make known the most simple and effective methodologies to heal almost any condition or dis-ease with minimal cost but with unparalled success. This book contains the Master Cleanser, Vita-Flex and Color Therapy. This book is a necessity for anyone wishing to learn Vita-Flex with my DVD or wanting to use color therapy. Buy this book!


Discover the secrets of handwriting analysis....and find out the truth
- Do you really know how well suited you and your partner are?
- Have you ever wondered whether you're on the same wavelength?
- Do you wish you could check whether you are true soul mates?
How Compatible Are You? is a fascinating book that reveals the secrets of your Relationships using Handwriting Analysis.
Written by Miranda Cahn, a qualified and experienced graphologist, this international best seller is now available in it's third, right up-to-date edition. Used by novices and professional graphologists alike, "How Compatible Are You?" provides you with everything you need to know about handwriting analysis, and relationships in particular.


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This packages provides a set of smart pointers to improve memory management in both single threaded and multithreaded environments.
The set of pointer types include:
- ref_ptr: a smart pointer that also maintains a reference count for the underlying object and takes care of cleaning up the object when no more references to it exist.
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Structure of "the Story of an hour"
Structure in a short story can be defined as the plot of the story.
In the short story "The Story of an Hour", the author uses the plot of the story as his structure. The story begins with Mrs. mallard receiving the news about her husband death due to a railroad incident. At first grief takes a hold of her but as the short story progresses, Mrs. Mallard realizes that she now has an unspoken freedom that she did not have when her late husband was alive. She now has the ability to do anything she desires and this brings tremendous joy to her. The plot of the short story takes a turn towards the unexpected when Mrs. Mallard husband comes home unaware that their was a railroad accident to begin with. Seeing her husband alive and well sends Mrs. Mallard into a heart attack, ending the short story.


Death Sparkles Anthology
This new Anthology of short stories has strong and varied authorial voices in a range of genres, including one by Diana.
In A Girl's Best Friend, Edith has married a prominent New York City psychiatrist in hopes of a safe and comfortable life. However, she soon discovers that her husband misunderstands and dislikes her artistic soul, and plans to have her committed to a mental institution.
Gold in the Stone
On an archaeological dig in Jerusalem, headstrong, beautiful American, Alexandra Cauldwell, must learn how to manage the most willful, and handsome, Israeli she's ever met. Will she manage to engage General David McKellen in the search of a lifetime -- the hunt for the treasure of Mary Magdalene and the secrets it reveals, while keeping it out of the wrong hands? And will she find the love she's resisted until now?
Gold in the Stone has been translated into numerous languages around the world including French, German and Japanese
In this romantic tale, actor Derek Langley must try to save the father he dearly loves who is trapped behind the iron curtain, but to do so, he must risk the life of Kate Brenner, his leading lady and the woman he has come to love.
Shining Moment has been published in numerous languages around the world including German, French and Japanese.
Native American Women
Awareness of the cental place of women in Native American society is crucial if one would understand the culture. By honoring the strength, creativity and unique perspective of Native American women, this book reflects the unity in Native life: the intertwined realms of the spirit world, and daily life and art, past and present.
Native American Women has been translated into Japanese with a special introduction by the author for that market.


Devil’s Music and the Heavenly Symphony: A Historical Juxtaposition of the Recorder and Pipe Organ
The recorder and the pipe organ may sound harmonious together to the modern ear, but this was not always the case. From their origins in the medieval and early modern periods, the recorder and the pipe organ come from very different traditions within European music.
The history and technology behind the development of the recorder and pipe organ inform the cultural meanings attributed to these instruments. Music has been a site of contention and rejoicing throughout Western history; certain musical traditions have been associated with the transgressive while others have remained largely accepted. A historical investigation of early attitudes toward the recorder and pipe organ reveal vastly competing understandings of the sound of these instruments, and the emotions they could inspire.
Music was not featured in early Christian churches because instruments were considered secular, and therefore not suitable for worship. Since the medieval period, however, the pipe organ came to be associated with the expansion of Christianity and European churches. Following the influence of Gregorius, a Venetian cleric of the ninth century, early pipe organs became an integral part of Christian monasteries. They were an intrinsic aspect of monastic singing. Beginning in Europe, these musical traditions soon extended to England. Yet the unsophisticated technology associated with the pipe organ meant it was often unwieldy and difficult to play, and influential theologians such as Thomas Aquinas rejected the organ on these grounds.1Douglass E. Bush and Richard Kassel, eds. The Organ: An Encyclopedia (New York: Routledge, 2006), 327-328.
As the technology of the pipe organ improved and it acquired a greater range of sounds, from the sonorous to the sweet, the pipe organ was gradually integrated into church worship. By the thirteenth century, the organ was a generally accepted part of many church services throughout Europe. Some medieval clerics used the Book of Prayers to describe the organ as the instrument most worthy for the worship of God.2Nicholas Thistlethwaite and Geoffrey Webber, eds. The Cambridge Companion to the Organ (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1998), xi. Acceptance toward the pipe organ oscillated following the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, but it ultimately retained its position in sacred and liturgical musical traditions. In 1629, John Milton valorised the “angelic symphony” created by the pipe organ, and used the imagery of “Heav’ns deep Organ” to describe the birth of Christ.3John Milton, “Hymn on the Morning of Christ’s Nativity” (1629). Organists, though employed by the government, played during church services as well as throughout the week, yet they were encouraged to play sacred rather than secular music.
It is interesting, then, to observe the competing attitudes toward the recorder during the early modern era. Unlike the pipe organ, the recorder remained an instrument very much associated with the secular – with popular culture – for much longer. An early modern listener would have understood the recorder to symbolise “delight in earthly pleasure,” something so worldly that it distracted from otherworldly endeavours.4Nicholas S. Lander, Recorder Home Page: History, 1996-2015 (accessed January 15, 2015), http://www.recorderhomepage.net/history/. As an instrument often played by minstrels and troubadours, and therefore associated with courtly feasting, merry-making, and weddings, it was very much a part of popular entertainments. Indeed, such professional musicians relied on playing dance music and other secular music to make their living.5Howard Mayer Brown, “The Recorder in the Middle Ages and Renaissance,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Recorder, ed. John Mansfield Thomson and Anthony Rowland-Jones (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1995), 18-20. And so, for Stephen Gosson, a satirist who lamented the social decay of London, the recorder represented a descent “from Pyping to playing, from play to pleasure, from pleasure to slouth, from slouth to sleepe, from sleepe to sinne, from sinne to death, from death to the deuill.”6Stephen Gosson, The Schoole of Abuse (London: Thomas Woodcocke, 1579), 24.
Perhaps the worldliness such commentators attributed to the sound of the recorder led others to associate similar emotions with the instrument. English diarist Samuel Pepys certainly found these worldly attributes in the tone of the recorder. Yet he did not associate this with depravity, but instead with a desirable expression of ardour. In 1668, Pepys described a theatrical performance he witnessed:
… that which did please me beyond anything in the whole world was the wind-musique when the Angell comes down, which is so sweet that it ravished me; and endeed, in a word, did wrap up my soul so that it made me really sick, just as I have formerly been when in love with my wife; that neither … I was able to think of anything, but remained all night transported, so as I could not believe that ever any music hath that real command over the soul of a man as this did upon me; and makes me resolve to practice wind-music and to make my wife do the like.7Diary of Samuel Pepys, February 27, 1667/1668
Pepys seemingly hoped to reinvigorate matrimonial passion by encouraging his wife to learn the recorder.8Christopher Marsh, Music and Society in Early Modern England (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2010), 56. It was therefore imperative to draw a line which distanced the soulful and romantic emotions associated with such music from church and liturgical music. Recorders may be transgressive, but sacred choral and organ music was not.
By the sixteenth century, recorders were often made for and played as part of a consort. King Henry VIII, himself an avid recorder player, had a collection which comprised of “Recorders greate and smale in a case couered with blacke Leather and lined with clothe.” Yet by the end of the seventeenth century, instruction books for the recorder began to emerge.9Edgar Hunt, “The Recorder and Its Music,” Proceedings of the Royal Musical Association 75 (1948-1949): 40 and 43. Many of the privileged classes who spent time at court already had amateur musical abilities on the recorder, but the publication of instructional material demonstrates how learning the recorder became democratised. This, in turn, implies a growing respectability surrounding the recorder and its music, becoming, as it did, “the primary woodwind of the musically cultivated amateur.”10Herbert Myers, “Recorder,” in A Performer’s Guide to Renaissance Music, ed. Jeffrey Kite-Powell (Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 2007), 55.
This was consolidated by composers such as J.S. Bach and George Frederick Handel, whose works for the recorder brought it beyond the realm of street or courtly music. The Baroque recorder sonata has been described as “something of a phenomenon,” as the majority were composed in Italy between 1690 and 1740. Some of this repertoire became much more technically demanding than its largely popular predecessors, and recorder players could also play some flute repertoire. Many other recorder sonatas were published for amateur musicians.11Anthony Rowland-Jones, “The Baroque Recorder Sonata,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Recorder, 51-52.
As the recorder became an instrument increasingly associated with genteel musicianship, the organ maintained its association with religious music. In 1687, English poet and playwright John Dryden asked: “What human voice can reach / The sacred organ’s praise? / Notes inspiring holy love, / Notes that wing their Heav’nly ways / To mend the choirs above.”12John Dryden, “A Song for St. Cecilia’s Day,” 1687.
For modern audiences, the recorder and pipe organ complement each other because they come from the same sound world. And yet the recorder would likely not have been accompanied by pipe organ, but rather the harpsichord, and other instruments such as the viola de gamba. Even so, it is revealing to reflect upon the changing connotations surrounding these instruments for the early modern ear.
– by Ana Stevenson
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|1.||↑||Douglass E. Bush and Richard Kassel, eds. The Organ: An Encyclopedia (New York: Routledge, 2006), 327-328.|
|2.||↑||Nicholas Thistlethwaite and Geoffrey Webber, eds. The Cambridge Companion to the Organ (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1998), xi.|
|3.||↑||John Milton, “Hymn on the Morning of Christ’s Nativity” (1629).|
|4.||↑||Nicholas S. Lander, Recorder Home Page: History, 1996-2015 (accessed January 15, 2015), http://www.recorderhomepage.net/history/.|
|5.||↑||Howard Mayer Brown, “The Recorder in the Middle Ages and Renaissance,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Recorder, ed. John Mansfield Thomson and Anthony Rowland-Jones (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1995), 18-20.|
|6.||↑||Stephen Gosson, The Schoole of Abuse (London: Thomas Woodcocke, 1579), 24.|
|7.||↑||Diary of Samuel Pepys, February 27, 1667/1668|
|8.||↑||Christopher Marsh, Music and Society in Early Modern England (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2010), 56.|
|9.||↑||Edgar Hunt, “The Recorder and Its Music,” Proceedings of the Royal Musical Association 75 (1948-1949): 40 and 43.|
|10.||↑||Herbert Myers, “Recorder,” in A Performer’s Guide to Renaissance Music, ed. Jeffrey Kite-Powell (Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 2007), 55.|
|11.||↑||Anthony Rowland-Jones, “The Baroque Recorder Sonata,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Recorder, 51-52.|
|12.||↑||John Dryden, “A Song for St. Cecilia’s Day,” 1687.|


A supper club connecting
Whatcom writers and industry speakers
Online meeting Feb. 10th
Pathways to Publication
presented by Jonathan Haupt, executive director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center
This discussion for writers at all levels of experience offers an overview of how best to identify and utilize directories of vetted opportunities for publication (agents, publishers, contests, and journals) with an emphasis on pathways into small independent presses. From traditional models to self-publishing to hybrid, myriad opportunities now exist for writers, but finding legitimate paths to publication can be a challenge for many burgeoning writers. By way of introduction to the topic, this session will also include the instructive and hilariously cautionary story of how Pat Conroy's first two books, The Boo and The Water Is Wide, came to be published.
Jonathan Haupt is the executive director of the nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center and the former director of the University of South Carolina Press, where he created the Story River Books fiction imprint with Conroy, named by Garden & Gun Magazine as one of "the top ten things to love about the South." Jonathan’s book reviews and author interviews have appeared in the Charleston Post and Courier, Beaufort Lowcountry Weekly, Beaufort Lifestyle magazine, Savannah Morning News Beacon magazine, Southern Review of Books, and Southern Writers Magazines Suite T blog. He is co-editor with Nicole Seitz of the anthology Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy, now the winner of 17 book awards. Jonathan also serves on the boards of the South Carolina Academy of Authors and the Friends of South Carolina Libraries and the affiliates committee of the American Writers Museum. In 2020, he was recognized with the Doug Marlette Literacy Leadership Award, presented by the Pulpwood Queens, the largest book club in the U.S.
The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center was established in 2016 to honor and continue the legacy of best-selling writer Pat Conroy, the author of The Prince of Tides, The Lords of Discipline, The Great Santini, The Water Is Wide, and more. The Conroy Center is both an interpretive center to the writing and teaching life of Pat Conroy and an educational center offering instruction and resources for readers, writers, teachers, and students. Based in Conroy's adopted hometown of Beaufort, South Carolina, the Center has been recognized as South Carolina's first affiliate of the American Writers Museum, second American Library Association Literary Landmark, winner of Beaufort's 2019 Civitas Award for Tourism Leadership, and Tripadvisor's top-rated destination in Beaufort. Many of the Conroy Center's writing workshops, author discussions, lectures, and tours are available online as virtual programs. Learn more at www.patconroyliterarycenter.org or on the Conroy Center's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
How to access the event:
Each person who registers will receive a confirmation email alerting them to how they can access the event on the 10th.
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New to WWP
Welcome, Pacific Northwest Writers!
We meet every second Wednesday from September to June in scenic Bellingham, WA. Supper starts at 5:30, and the speaker starts at 7:00. Happy hour prices at Nikki's Bella Marina (see map below) apply until 6, if you want a drink to relax while you chat and have dinner upstairs in the Skyline room.
The 2020-2021 year Dues are suspended. Dues are 25 dollars a year or 40 for two years. We use the dues to pay for our speakers to come from around the region, and for an occasional table at local writer events. Our dues year runs from September to June, like our meetings, but will roll over if you pay late in the cycle. If you want to try us out first, feel free. Speakers in the past have included authors Cami Ostman and Robert Dugoni, and agent Donald Maass, covering topics such as social media, self-publishing, memoirs, mixed media, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. It is our goal to offer something for everyone, no matter your place in the writing journey-- just starting or long-published. Old school or new. If you have an idea for a speaker or topic, let us know, but if it has been covered recently it might not be picked up.
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Alum Gregg Coffey Discusses His 'Visual Poetry'
Tuesday, September 06, 2016
JOURNAL-GAZETTE (FORT WAYNE, INDIANA) -- Artists Gregg Coffey and Joel Fremion, two artists of different techniques, will open a joint exhibition Tuesday at the Jeffrey R. Krull Gallery at the Allen County Public Library downtown. Both artists create for the mind as well as the eye. Coffey’s art work, based on his studies of Chinese painting, is considered visual poetry, while Joel Fremion crafts fabric collages using a blend of fabrics and leather. Fremion’s most recent series features portraits of local artists using the fabric technique. “My undergrad degree is a B.F.A. in painting from (Indiana University), and a graduate degree in printmaking from San Francisco State University, but I also studied Chinese painting from five different masters,” Coffey says. “My current work is mixed media on paper, and it combines my interest in Asian art, world mythology, quantum physics and often my Celtic heritage.”


CATHOLICISM Study Programme Leader's Kit (not incl. DVD)
Journey Around the World and Deep into the Faith
Note: The CATHOLICISM Study Programme Leader's Kit is also available with the DVD Box Set included.
Fr. Robert Barron created the groundbreaking CATHOLICISM Adult Study Programme as a thematic presentation of what Catholics believe and why, so all adults can come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic Faith. The CATHOLICISM Study Programme Leader's Kit is a central component of this Adult Study Programme and can be used with the CATHOLICISM Student Study Guide and Workbook.
Not a video lecture, Church history or scripture study, this engaging and interesting formational programme uses the art, architecture, literature, music and all the treasures of the Catholic tradition to illuminate the timeless teachings of the Church, presenting the strong, ecclesial dimension of the Catholic Faith – God’s revelation through Jesus Christ and His Church.
It is comprehensive and faithful, appropriate for:
* Adult lay formation
* Training adult catechists
* Diaconate and other ministerial training
* Mature high school or college/university course-work
BONUS FREE GIFT: Fr. Barron's Faith Clips DVD, a valuable reference took for any group leader. Faith Clips contains 50 most frequently-asked questions on the Catholic Faith and a clear,concise, video response from Father Barron on each one.
The CATHOLICISM Study Program Leader’s Kit includes:
1. The companion Leader’s Edition: Study Guide and Workbook, which includes extensive commentary on the theological content of each episode, plus "Questions for Understanding" (with suggested responses) and "Questions for Application." The "Questions for Understanding" incorporate references from Scripture and from the Catechism of the Catholic Church to build on topics featured in the series. The "Questions for Application" help your group reflect on how Fr. Barron's message is relevant to their lives and experiences. The study guide commentary and questions were written by Catholic author and Ignatius Press Blog Editor, Carl Olson, under the guidance and approval of Fr. Robert Barron.
The Leader’s Guide also provides valuable direction on how to host and facilitate a group study in either 11 or 20 sessions.
2. Fr. Barron's book, Catholicism: A Journey to the Heart of the Faith, published by Random House/Image Division, that is based on a more detailed rendering of the scripts from the DVD series and also includes photos from the filming locations.
3. A set of 40 prayer cards for the New Evangelisation
4. BONUS FREE GIFT: Fr. Barron's Faith Clips DVD, a valuable reference took for any group leader. Faith Clips contains 50 most frequently-asked questions on the Catholic Faith and a clear,concise, video response from Father Barron on each one.
Fr. Barron's CATHOLICISM Adult Study Programme also includes the CATHOLICISM Student Study Guide and Workbook.


Henry Salt Archive
This archive brings together a selection of Henry Salt's writings previously unavailable in his books. In addition we've added sections on Salt's circle of friends and influences in order to give visitors a brief introduction to the life and times of Henry S. Salt.
HENRY S. SALT
Henry Stephens Salt (1851–1939) was an English writer and social reformer whose work brought praise from the likes of Mahatma Gandhi. Whatever humanitarian cause Salt chose to write about he demonstrated great logic and wit to show the folly of those who opposed progress. His studies of Thoreau, Shelley and Jefferies remain highly respected even today, especially his Life of Henry David Thoreau. Salt's classic Animals' Rights Considered in Relation to Social Progress is still in print, whilst A Plea for Vegetarianism is highly sought-after. His circle of friends included Ernest Bell, George Bernard Shaw and Edward Carpenter.
Writing in The Commonweal Henry Salt describes the Alarming Condition of the West-End. Even in 2013 the conditions he describes are really apt for today: "It has long been generally understood that most of the inhabitants of the West-end are permanently out of work, but the extreme gravity of their condition has never yet been sufficiently realised."
Salt and the Dean
It's surprising to delve into the ecclesiastical aspect of the Vegetarian movement and discover that Henry Salt, a lifelong agnostic, should have acquired such an influential role in Christian affairs.
Ellen M. Salt's Diary
Salt's mother, Ellen Matilda Salt, kept a very short diary of events of Henry's early years.
The late Denis Salt sent a transcribed copy to researchers in 1992. We've now acquired a copy of this interesting list.


2nd Edition: 296 pages; index; softcover; in English; $14.95; Hippocrene Books, Inc., New York; ISBN 0-7818-0832-4
A revealing look at the matrimonial struggles these cross-cultural couples face across daunting political, economic, psychological, and ideological divides.
The book reaches back in history to the first decades after the Bolshevik Revolution, covers the nearly half a century of the Cold War, and includes stories of contemporary marriages after the fall of the USSR.
In response to the hundreds of letters, phone calls and e-mails that poured in from couples who read the first edition of this book and wanted to share their own stories, Dr. Visson has expanded Wedded Strangers with new material, including a chapter on marriages resulting from the phenomenal growth of agencies and Internet sites that introduce American men to Russian women. Another chapter deals with contemporary young couples who choose to live in both Russia and the United States. A third chapter is devoted to the results of these marriages: a new generation of Russian-American children.
An author, interpreter, and academic who has worked with top Russian officials, Lynn Visson is an American of Russian background who herself is married to a Russian. Her stories are about the nitty-gritty of commitment: finding a spouse, sex and sex roles, money, in-laws, jobs, homemaking, notions of beauty and expectations about intimacy, as well as the challenges surrounding adaptation to another culture, a befuddling terra incognita.
"One thing no American married to a Russian seems to have complained of is boredom," says the author.
“ . . . a witty, open-minded, utterly fascinating exploration of cultural differences on
everything from friendship (Russians talk, Americans don’t) to sex (vice versa!).”
"Visson's easy writing style and extensive use of personal interviews and
memoirs make this book a highly readable and enjoyable choice for both
scholarly interest and pleasurable reading."
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I would say my reading list this year will be about going deeper instead of farther.
After I unpacked my boxes of books that were languishing in storage for the past 6 years, I found all these gems I had almost forgotten about. It was like seeing old pics of me in college and remembering the new friends I made there. Those feelings of nostalgia made me decide to return to some of the pages that impacted me as a reader and writer.
So here's my re-read list for 2023:
Teaching a Stone to Talk by Annie Dillard (nonfiction)
Slouching Toward Bethlehem by Joan Didion (nonfiction)
Breath Eyes Memory by Edwidge Danticat (fiction)
Beloved by Toni Morrison (fiction)
Wicked by Gregory Maguire (fiction)
Negroland by Margo Jefferson (nonfiction)
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston (fiction)
Eats Shoots and Leaves by Lynne Truss (nonfiction)
The Between by Tananarive Due (horror)
Don't let's go to the Dogs Tonight by Alexandra Fuller (nonfiction)
A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry (play)
Kinky by Denise Duhamel (poetry)
Why these books?
Teaching a Stone to talk explores nature in a way that is so intimate and dramatic. It was the first time I read about a total eclipse from a first-person perspective or learned about expeditions to the North Pole. It was also the first time I considered myself as a sojourner on this place called earth. It's also a slim read (175pgs). None of the essays feel too long but each one is engaging.
Slouching Towards Bethlehem was the book that taught me the power of direct and clear language. This collection of essays by Didion shares her experiences in California during the 1960's after leaving New York. It's a strong collection of reflective, clean prose with keen observations about how place can represent age, transition, or change.
Breath Eyes Memory tells the story of Haiti through a young girl's eyes. Danticat transports you to the island in this book. I love the way she writes. The language and descriptions are so beautiful. I especially love the line, "we carry the past like the hair on our head." This resonates so hard with me.
Beloved is a book I feel like everyone should read a few times in their lifetime. It's not an easy read, but you will be changed by the experience. This is true for all Morrison's books, but I have read Beloved at different points in my life. It serves as such an inspiration for what storytelling can do for deeply thinking about history, pain, and sacrifice, and love.
Wicked was a very fun read for me because I'm a huge fan of the the Broadway play. Both the book and the play do a good job to reminding the reader of the power of perception and perspective, but the book goes deeper into how the "Wicked Witch" came to be.
Negroland by Margo Jefferson is a book that will remind you of all the vocabulary words you missed on your SAT, but it's definitely a worthwhile and enlightening read. It a memoir that shares the Jefferson's experience growing up wealthy during segregation. She evaluates the life she lives as well as herself.
Their Eyes Were Watching God was one of the first love stories I ever read. and the first book I read by Hurston. I remember how magical it felt to be following the actions of the characters and feeling like I was there with them every step of the way. It the characters and her skill with writing the dialogue, it's the details in the setting, and all the themes that work together to give it so much depth. Every action is lovingly described and with much more musicality and imagery than I had experienced before.
Eats Shoots and Leaves is on the list because it allows me to nerd out on punctuation in a fun way. I mean even the title teaches the power of punctuation. The book gives the history of punctuation, the rules, examples and when to be "staunch" or "flexible". What I love most is Truss's sense of humor. and the way she structures the book for both an enthusiast and those who want to learn more.
The Between Is a face-paced thriller/horror that explores what it means to truly be haunted. It is a very suspenseful page turner about a man who becomes convinced he he is living a life he shouldn't have and fears dark energies are trying to take it back. I read it in a day the first time I started it. I couldn't put it down. It's also set in Miami, so it was an added bonus to read a book set in a place I lived. It made the events feel even more believable.
Don't let's go to the Dogs Tonight is a book about growing up white in South Africa and having a mom who is absolutely crazy. The way fuller uses language is very similar to how Southerners in America use language--lots of metaphor and lots of humor. This is a great read and I have been saying for a while that I wanted to re-read it.
A Raisin in the Sun is a movie I have seen a many times, but I want to revisit Hansberry's American classic in its original form. Her story about a family and the struggles they face in pursuit of their individual dreams as well as the American dream, makes me reflect on the roles families play in mirroring our identity. I'm looking forward to revisiting Chicago this n the 1950's and hearing the voices of these characters again.
Kinky is poetry collection that takes a part Barbie but in the most unconventional, surprising, and hilarious ways. Duhamel gives you history, critique and fun in this collection. I never owned a Barbie doll, but this collection showed me the multiple ways to play with the idea of her.
The order listed is random. I'm not sure which one I will read when, but I did start Dillard's book already. We'll see. If you want to join me in reading any of these titles, let me know. I would love to talk about what resonates with you.


The book 'Adèle Naudé Santos and Antonio de Souza Santos Monograph Cape Town Work' is a compendium of the work that the team did during their years in Cape Town 1967 – 1972.
It illustrates the work in the form of archival photographs dating from that period as well as exquisite hand drawn drawings done by the architects.
The purpose of the book was to compliment an Open House Tour of the work of A+A de Souza Santos which occurred on 14 and 15 January 2012. The archival drawings and photographs, together with the visit to the buildings in the architects' presence, forms a three part archive of the work historically and contemporary.
The book includes essays by Adèle Naudé Santos and Antonio de Souza Santos as well as an essay by Lucien Le Grange, emeritus Professor at UCT.
R350 (includes local postage)
This book is co-sponsored by:
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We Make Stories Out Of Totem Poles
A short film on Kwakwaka'wakw carver, Charles Joseph, who carves his dreams and sometimes nightmares into cedar. Having survived the evils of residential school at a young age, Charles tells the story of what happened on his largest carving yet in order to take a step forward and leave the pain behind.
We are currently working on a feature-length documentary film that follows the friendship between Charles Joseph and Jordan Peterson.
Shut Him Down: The Rise Of Jordan Peterson
A behind-the-scenes film reveals an intimate glimpse into the fiery controversy that launched University of Toronto professor Jordan Peterson into perhaps the most reviled, but also loved, public intellectual in Canadian history.
Aired on CBC Docs POV November 2 2018.
The Refugee’s Son
A father flies in to Toronto to witness his son’s community installation for an all-night arts festival in Toronto. The process is a reminder of their shared history, but it surfaces frustrations rooted in their sharply contrasting cultural differences.


If you've been following our blog we posted awhile ago that Mr. Ni, the Vice Mayor of Gaoyou, Jemma's birth place, and the former director of her orphanage, was collecting stories and pictures for a book he was writing. Well, Mr. Ni’s book on adoptive Gaoyou families has finally been published and you can view it from a website:
He made extensive use of pictures and posts from our blog in the appendix and elsewhere in the book. It is currently being translated into English. In the meantime, the pictures and chapters are loaded in the Acrobat bookmarks for easily location - thank you, Mr. Ni for documenting these stories for others to share!
Monday, June 09, 2008
Jemma's spring dance recital was all about bugs - bees for the ballet portion and flies for the tap. We were so proud and impressed and could have watched these girls all day long. Jemma was joined by her best friend, Zoella, for the spring session, and the two were sweeter than honey as they buzzed around the stage with reckless abandon!
Ellen's acting teacher from grad school, the renowned William Esper, came out to Los Angeles to do a book signing for his new book, "The Actor's Art and Craft" - http://www.amazon.com/Actors-Art-Craft-William-Technique/dp/030727926X/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1213069709&sr=8-1. Two beautiful girls from one of her classmates, Roberto, quickly clung on to Jemma, and introduced her to the wicked world of cotton candy. Also pictured is Bill Doyle, Ellen's dear friend - they all look like they did in grad school - save for a few wrinkles and some kids!


Oh The Books I Would Write...
sounds like a title by Dr. Seuss!
That's what I thought when I first read this week's topic.
Someday I might REALLY write a book until then I'll just dream and scribble a little....
How hard can this be? For a big dreamer this was like indulging in a piece of French Chocolate Silk pie. Yum!!! And since I don't really have to write any of these novels I came up with five seedlings. Ask me again tomorrow and I'll probably have five new ideas. Writer's block is definitely NOT my problem. I just can't sit still long enough to develop my stories or characters into anything worthy.
1. A humorous chick-lit book. A lonely woman has little faith in anything including herself until she adopts an abandoned dog. She learns to believe/trust not only in herself but in others too. The previously abused and abandoned dog is so badly behaved that she is forced to sign up for dog obedience school. This leads her to find the most important thing missing from her life; female friendship.
2. Disability genre book. Well intentioned parents are struggling with their emotionally handicapped son while trying to keep the rest of their family balanced. They learn how to stop being so dysfunctional and find a better way to function through the "accidental" adoption of a physically handicapped dog.
3. A humorous chick-lit book. A dancer falls and breaks her ankle ending her illustrious career. Bitter and angry she decides to sever her self from the dancing community and big city life. She moves to a smaller city and discovers her life has only just begun as she reinvents herself as a potter.
4. A mystery. A woman has moved with her husband (new job) and children to an affluent suburban town where she finds she just doesn't fit in no matter how she tries; there she finds the women petty, phony and power hungry. Through her minister's wife she starts volunteering at a homeless shelter where she befriends a homeless woman and discovers a shocking secret.
5. A coming of age story. A young girl learns to believe in herself through her grandmother's recipes she finds buried in a cedar chest in the attic. Suddenly she is baking, entering competitions and winning! A mysterious recipe leads her on the biggest adventure of her young life.


Evaluation of Optional English Preparatory Program Based on Student and Lecturer Views
Keywords:İsteğe bağlı hazırlık eğitimi, yabancı dil öğretimi, hazırlık öğrencisi, okutman
This study was conducted to analyze optional English preparatory program based on student and instructor views. This study was conducted with 109 students attending the Optional English Preparatory Program and the 12 instructors, who consisted the academic staff for the English preparatory program in 2011 academic year. In this qualitative study, the research data was obtained from students via an open-ended questionnaire and from instructors a semi-structured interview. The data collected in the study were analyzed by content analysis technique and all the data were analyzed manually. The study findings revealed that based on the student and instructor views, the students enrolled in the program for personal and career development, to improve their knowledge and understanding of English language for practical use. They also concur that program satisfied these expectations. In terms of program structure and implementation, student and instructor views concentrated on duration, the number and the distribution of the courses, weekly course plan and exams and yet, these views differs among participants themselves and between the two groups. Certain instructors were of the opinion that the “optional” nature of the program effected the quality positively while others believed it to be negative. Lastly, instructors agreed that program`s optional nature has direct or indirect effects on students’ motivation, course attendance and participation along with academic achievement. Yet, it was believed that these factors varied from student to student, and they could also differ based on class dynamics and student-instructor interactions.


Welcome to Lighting for Studio Photography Decoded
This book is for those who want to learn the basics to advanced levels of lighting for studio photography in a very easy and ‘obvious’ way. John believes that studio lighting photography doesn’t have to be complicated; you just need straight-to-the-point and easy-to-follow sample diagrams to learn various lighting set-ups.
With Lighting for Studio Photography, this book will guide you through the basics using simple step-by-step illustrations. Topics include:
- Understanding LIGHT
- Basic studio lighting equipment and light modifiers
- Camera and strobe lighting set-up
- How to use a flash light meter
- Understanding basic portrait lighting
- Effects using different basic light modifiers
- Easy-to-follow visual diagrams for basic to advanced studio lighting
Discover inside the book, the secrets to successful yet simple studio lighting setup.
Uprising author John Fick has launched his new “Lighting for Studio Photography DECODED” book which is set to become the standard of studio photography.
John’s book has captured the eyes and minds of budding photographers ranging from beginners to advanced skill set. Lighting for Studio Photography DECODED is a well written illustrative book and teaching tool filled with images, illustrations and diagrams to enable any photographer to skillfully see, capture and shoot the light of a studio set.
The book is also available in pdf; click here to download the eBook.
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THE POCKET DOULA--created to meet the needs of expectant parents as well as the childbirth professionals who serve them.
Whether you’re expecting your first baby, or refreshing your knowledge for a subsequent birth, The Pocket Doula is the perfect resource.
The Pocket Doula is designed to emphasize key facts and elements and offer solutions for labor situations at a glance, making it easier to be the support person for a laboring mom.
The Pocket Doula provides you with the tools you need in a quick-check format, so you feel confident and prepared for the events at hand.
Our expanded 3rd edition is now available in an easily accessible eBook format with more color photographs and extra coping techniques.


Photos courtesy of Christina Handley
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Hugh Morshead Publishes his first book Design and Build a Cross Country Course
This book is a practical, no-nonsense guide to designing and building cost-effective cross-country fences and courses at all levels, from practice fences at home up to three-day event standard. The emphasis is on building safe courses, with fences that inspire confidence and which won't break the bank.
For too long, course building has been a specialist's job. This book aims to change that by laying out on the table all its components from design to construction so they are easy to grasp and to put into practice. Every profession has its trade secrets and course building is no exception. Here are the tricks and tactics of the professional that enable the job to be done better, more easily, and more economically.
This book is crammed with valuable insights for riders, coaches, organizers, officials, as well as course designers and builders.
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Phyllis J. Kabisch, age 91, of Washta, passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Correctionville Specialty Care of Correctionville.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 10:30 AM at the Washta United Methodist Church of Washta with Pastor Barb Dinelli officiating. Burial will be at Correctionville Cemetery of Correctionville.
A visitation will be held on Friday, August 31, 2018 from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM at the Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home of Correctionville.
The Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at nicklasdjensenfh.com
Phyllis June Kabisch was born on June 13, 1927 to Howard and Gudrun (Erickson) Thomson in LeMars, Iowa. She graduated from Grand Meadow High School then continued her education at National Business Training. She worked as a legal secretary until she was married.
Phyllis was united in marriage to Marvin Kabisch on March 8, 1947. To this union five children were born. Phyllis and Marvin enjoyed traveling and they spent several winters in Arizona.
She was a member of the Washta United Methodist Church, where she served on the UMW.
She enjoyed dancing, playing golf and cards, reading and crocheting and working in the yard. Most of all, Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is survived by her children, William Kabisch of Washta, IA, Beverly (Bob) Arkfeld of Defiance, IA, Mary George of Cedar Falls, IA, James (Ranae) Kabisch of Willmar, MN, Kenneth Kabisch of Independence, MO; 14 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Marvin and her parents.
Memorials may be directed to the Washta United Methodist Church or the Washta Public Library.


From the talented writers of Meant to Be Press, comes the new, holiday romance anthology, “Meant To Be Kissed.”
Love sweet romance? Meant to Be – KISSED is a collection of short stories for you to get a sampling of Meant to Be Press romance authors.
“The Grand Gesture” by Lela Bay, takes a public humiliation and turns it into an act of heroism. Rosamund Windham, daughter to the duke, literally drops herself into a pool of filth to save an innocent and in the process befriends the girl’s brother.
Read a sample of The Grand Gesture:
“My dear!” Lady Termington, their hostess, reached the bottom of the stairs in time to wheel back from the rising, mud-coated form of Miss Shelby. “You must… you must…”
With great certainty, Lady Rosamund Windham knew that her mother’s lifelong friend and adversary was going to suggest the child be bundled off in her carriage. The story would be retold at every ball the girl attended in the future. Her soft blue eyes, so eager, would fall with shame and even her stammering attempts at conversation would leave her. The girl was not equipped to handle a long season of subtle jibes about clean dresses and absent grace.
“Oh, my!” Rosamund cried loudly. Her feet went out from under her and she slipped off the step into the hearty mud. She landed on her hip, ensuring mud clung to her from top to bottom and stared upward at the hapless footman, who stumbled back with his hands raised, as if to show he had not shoved her. Her sister loomed on the step above, mouth opened in an appalled ‘o’.”
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Feb 19, 2011
This is book is the story of Kitcho, a kaiseki restaraunt with a premier reputation in Japan. Chef Tokuoka relates how is grandfather began serving meals based on historical records of tea ceremonies given by Matsudaira Fumai. Kaiseki was typically not available unless you were invited to a tea ceremony. Today, thanks to Kitcho's founder, Teiichi Yuki, the principals of seasonality, simple preparation and beautiful presentation of the kaiseki meal is firmly planted in the mainstream of Japanese haute cuisine.
The book is divided into five sections: Spring Kaiseki, Summer Kaiseki, Fall Kaiseki, Winter Kaiseki and The Kaiseki Kitchen. The seasonal sections feature exquisite food photography of different seasonal dishes. The text combines commentary by chef Tokuoka and historical and cultural asides; from Rimpa style painting to court poetry that has inspired the menu. The last section is a look behind the scenes at Kitcho in the kitchen. This section also includes a recipes for dashi and sauces, food notes to the seasonal dishes presented and a glossary of food terms.
The photographs in the book are outstanding. Not only are there photos of the kaiseki dishes, but also elements of tea such as chabana, the tokonoma, teabowls, calligraphy, and sweets. You will enjoy this book as inspiriation for your next chaji, and perhaps learn a little more about the history and culture of Japan.


This site contains the volumes of the Bansenshukai, a classic ninjutsu text, in PDF form. To view them, you will need a PDF viewer for your platform. If you don't already have a viewer, you can find links below. Many thanks to Rob Boger and John Lindsey for making these available.
For those who don't know, the Bansenshukai (which translates to something like "Ten Thousand Rivers Flow Into the Sea") is a multi-volume set of "secret" ninjutsu knowledge written by Fujibayashi Tasutake of Iga in 1676. It contains information on everything from philosophy to weapons to tactics to astrology.
The copy that you find here was scanned from photocopies made of the copy in the national archives in Japan. They have been assembled into PDF for ease of viewing. Please note that these are large files, and can take a long time to download. If you prefer not to deal with the long download, copies are available on CD for a nominal fee (contact me for details).
Note: These are the original volumes, in the original Japanese. You can, however, buy a nice printed English translation done by Anthony Cummins on Amazon, available for Kindle and in hardcover. You can find it here. Note that I have no association with Anthony or Amazon, but I do own a copy and recommend it. I do not know of a complete free English translation, and Anthony's book is reasonably priced, especially considering the effort it must have taken.
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Mark Harrington ist ein amerikanischer Künstler. Er lebt und arbeitet in Europa. Seine Werke sind in zahlreichen Einzel- und Gruppenausstellungen in Europa und den Vereinigten Staaten zu sehen. "My paintings focus on space and light. No narrative. No symbolism. No reference. No representation. I want them to mean and to arouse a sense of resolve and upliftedness."
This book is unique for the evocation of a place through the rhythm of language - as used in conversation, or in suggesting how certain characters are thinking. It is very London - specifically parts of London that I know, where I have lived and met friends. It holds true for a wide perspective of time, from the eighties to the present.
A collection of essays on architecture by the former architecture critic of the San Francisco Chronicle (from 1961 to 1993), who won the Pulitzer prize for criticism in 1990. The response to architecture and urban design, in the city of San Francisco and the San Francisco bay area, is vivid, illuminating and frequently very amusing. The impact of architecture on location, both near and regional, is as much a part of the book as are the sensibility and dexterity of tempo’s writing, as a tool for observation of the built-environment.
Ondaatje’s first novel is a journey through the streets, bars and music halls of New Orleans at the turn of the twentieth-century, focusing on the life and artistic evolution of the innovative trumpeter, Buddy Bolden. Bolden had enormous influence on the birth of jazz, and figures prominently in compositions by Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, among many others. He died before the advent of recorded music, which makes Ondaatje’s book powerful and poignant as a portrait of Bolden, the music of his time, and the pace of change in early New Orleans.
A slender novel of the late nineteenth-century based in Paris. The protagonist, a precious aesthete and anglophile, prepares himself for a journey to London. He fails to accomplish the journey but reaches the conclusion that anticipation, when pursued with passion and precision, is an equal, if not greater reward. Reading the book insinuates a question that never leaves the mind - is his conclusion sublime or absurd, and if sublime what impact should the idea have upon our lives?
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Dr. Law and Dr. Grace
By Tom Brown
Dr. Law and Dr. Grace is perhaps the most famous of all of Evangelist Lester Roloff’s sermons. The message is available in cassette, video, brochure, Real Audio, and internet booklet formats. This classic allegory of a sick man that is looking for the healing of his symptoms, but not his inward disease of the heart, has even beeen transcribed into a dramatic stage performance. Since Brother Roloff preached this sermon several times, each version of this message is slightly different … so we ask your understanding if this virtual booklet does not follow the cassette or video versions in exact detail. We pray that this booklet is a blessing to all who read it. The print format booklet of this message is available for a gift of any amout to the Roloff Ministries (generally we ask for $1.00 to help with shipping and printing costs). The on-line version of this booklet has chapter divisions that the print booklet does not – these divisions were added to aid in the translation of the sermon from the print media to the internet.
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The Conference Proceedings, included în the Thomson Reuters Conference Proceedings Citation Index (ISI Proceedings) are available for downloading here:
7 selected papers were published in the following partner journals:
Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues (Thomson Reuters ESCI Web of Science, EconBiz, Ulrich`s, Index Copernicus etc.)
Management Dynamics in the Knowledge Economy (BASE, Cabell’s, DOAJ, EBSCO, Index Copernicus, NewJour, ProQuest, RePEc and Ulrich’s).
Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Innovation (Cabell’s, CEEOL, EBSCO, ERIH Plus, Index Copernicus, Ulrich`s etc.).


Developing Extreme Outdoor Skills
In reading the book, I was amazed by some of the descriptions of camping experiences with his students that I thought some readers might view as extreme – for example, having teens wear shorts and walk barefoot in the winter to develop a tolerance to the cold.
I wondered if Hoffmeister might be concerned that some parents would look at some of these examples as reasons why they and their children shouldn’t spend time outdoors. Hoffmeister elaborated,
Some of the ideas in the book are very, very basic. But on the other hand some of the concepts or stories are extreme. I wanted to write a book that was accessible to any parent, youth group leader, outdoor volunteer, aunt, teacher, or grandparent.
Yes, preparing students for snow-survival trips (barefoot in winter) is quite extreme. But I wanted those kids to be successful in the backcountry in winter, backpacking on snowshoes and building snow shelters. They needed to be well-prepared for a harsh environment.
Hopefully there’s something for everyone in the book. Richard Louv wrote a book that I love, a great book called Last Child In The Woods, an academic text that explains why children need nature. Some of it is very extreme and/or too academic for certain readers, but there are moments that are accessible to anyone.
My book is very different, it’s more for everyday people, includes more application, examples and how-to ideas, but hopefully it’ll be like Louv’s book and have something for each reader. Bears has lots of small ideas. A few big ideas. I hope parents will read the book and take what they need.
Whether you are a first-time hiker or you can recall vacations spent camping, Peter Brown Hoffmeister’s book, Let Them Be Eaten By Bears, will inspire you to consider taking kids outdoors as a way to connect with your children help them discover confidence in their abilities.
Hoffmeister, Peter. Let Them Be Eaten By Bears: A Fearless Guide to Taking Our Kids Into the Great Outdoors. (2013). Perigee Trade.
.© Copyright 2013 Susan McCarthy, All rights Reserved. Written For: Decoded Parenting


I recently signed up for a free library account with the County Library run by Galway County Council and was delighted to sign up for a free service from BorrowBox so that I could read Business eBooks for free on a 21 day loan system. I like reading business books but it is unfortunate that they then sit on the shelf or on your digital device rarely to be looked at again. I also like listening to podcasts but had never listened to an Audiobook – these are free also on BorrowBox so I took the opportunity to listen to This is Marketing by Seth Godin.
Audiobooks and eBooks on all your devices
I downloaded the BorrowBox app to my Samsung S9 and also to my iPad and to the desktop on my laptop. The reading experience on the iPad was great as expected but i was pleasantly surprised with how well I could read my eBooks on my android phone. Well done BorrowBox and Samsung.
Reading & Listen to List
There is a somewhat limited range of books in the startup and business sections but at the same time, I found a few books that were on my maybe read list that I now plan to read. You can also try any other book that takes your fancy as you can download 5 eBooks and 5 audiobooks at a time – click a button to return them from your device.
I keep an up to date list of my Recommended Reads on Goodreads.
This is Marketing by Seth Godin
I have read a number of Seth Godin’s books including The Dip. I listened to the Audiobook, This is Marketing, read by Seth over the space of a week – it is 7 hours and it is brilliant. But personally, I think I will still read the book, as I still prefer the print edition experience as that is how I am used to learning and absorbing information. But this is a very handy (and free) way to benefit from the book.
So thanks to Galway County Council and Galway Library for providing this service. It is much appreciated. BTW, they also have a PressReader service where you can read newspapers for free and there is online training also available. I intend to visit Ballybane library again in the very near future to see what business, startup and management books are on the shelves.


Take a hand in helping the library develop its collection. Is the library missing a book that you would like to read? Fill out this form to request books and other materials.
Help us find books that you want to read!
The Dixie High Library Catalog can be used to search for both physical and digital titles available to DHS students. If you need help or have any questions, please contact library staff for assistance.
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Hours: Monday – Friday 7:45 am – 3:15 pm.
Checkout period – 2 weeks.
Students can check out up to five items at a time.
Remember, the library staff are here to help you in any way we can. Please reach out to us if there is anything we can do to help.
Book Shelf Reading Event
The library is hosting a reading event for the spring semester. Dixie High students can participate by reading one book from each of the following categories:
- Historical or nonfiction
- Romance or realistic
- Horror or mystery
- Science fiction or mystery
- Paranormal or dystopian
- Graphic Novel
- Ebook or audio book from Sora
Participants will be invited to a pizza party after the end of the event. Students who read one book from each category will be given a special prize. Talk to the library staff for more info!
Utah’s Online Library Links and Information
Utah’s Online Library (UOL) is a resource that is available to all Washington County School District students from the state of Utah.
Students can access UOL by clicking here. When accessing UOL from off-campus, students will need a username and password. Please email Mr. Huddleston (email@example.com) for this information. A video tutorial on how to use UOL will be uploaded soon.


Death of a Salesman Analysis - Essay - eNotes.com.
In ''Death of a Salesman'' by Arthur Miller, Biff goes through a very intense and important change. Read on to find out who Biff is and why he is important in the play.
Death of a Salesman: Symbols Thus, Biff is a character who is far from perfect, and has a lot of flaws. However, he displays courage and a determination to stay true to himself and his reality despite his family’s tendency towards falsehood and self-deception.
Your Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman: An Analysis Death of a Salesman is a play written by ArthurMiller in 1949. It centers on the character of Willy Loman, a salesman who committed suicide. This play won several awards like the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The most resounding theme of the play is the impossibility of the American Dream, at least on Willy.
Death of a Salesman is a modern tragedy depicting the last days in the life of Willy Loman. When the action occurs in the present, the drama is realistic, both psychologically and emotionally.
The Essay on Tragedy and the Death of a Salesman. Tragedy and the Death of a Salesman Death of a Salesman revolves around a tragic and misunderstood hero who eventually takes his own life for the betterment of his family, especially his eldest son. Written by Arthur Miller, the play centers on Willy Loman who is a salesman, a father of two sons.
Willy Loman's brother Ben is a minor yet important character in Arthur Miller's ''Death of a Salesman.'' Ben represents success, something Willy desperately wants to achieve; he also is a force.
In the modern tragedy, such as Death of a Salesman, the main character is the average individual, with only few impacted by the death or tragedy of the protagonist. Another similarity that can be drawn from each play, is the mental and physical state in which each main character begins and ends their respective plays. In the very opening scene of Oedipus Rex, we see a confused Oedipus at what.


Within the enchanting world of Verold (of the Kan Savasci Cycle), a captivating array of fantastical creatures are introduced. These creatures, steeped in mystique and lore, contribute to the tapestry of this richly imagined realm. Here is a glimpse into some of the remarkable beings that inhabit Verold, and the hidden realm of the Fold.
Basilisk: In the forgotten depths of the A’sh Desert, the Basilisk slumbers. With reptilian scales and a serpent's body, it is a creature of darkness that has struck fear into the traders of the deep desert. Legends warn of entire caravans disappearing, as it skulks about the Fire Mines of Janam. The Basilisk is both feared and revered, a testament to the boundaries between life and death, cautioning against the allure of forbidden knowledge.
Blud: In the dark and treacherous corners of the Temple of Gehenna, deep within the Fold, the Blud stalks its prey. A creature born from nightmares, it possesses razor-sharp fangs and claws, its form twisted and monstrous. Cloaked in shadows, the Blud moves with unearthly silence, a phantom of malevolence. It is a relentless hunter, driven by an insatiable thirst for blood. Legends speak of its ability to shape-shift, blending seamlessly into the night, leaving only fear in its wake.
Chimera: From the realms of myth and fantasy, the Chimera emerges, a creature of bewildering amalgamation. Although described as having the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent, its true form is misunderstood. The Chimera is a formidable foe, each of its constituent parts possessing their own unique dangers. It embodies the duality of ferocity and cunning, a creature that challenges the very nature of what is possible.
Dalaketnon: In the depths of ancient forests, the Dalaketnon dances amidst ethereal rays of sunlight. Graceful and elusive, this mystical creature embodies the spirit of nature itself. With verdant skin and delicate wings, it flutters through the foliage, spreading the enchantment of its presence. Dalaketnon are protectors of sacred groves, embodying the balance between flora and fauna. Their whispered melodies carry the secrets of the forest, resonating with the harmony of the natural world.
Draccus Fiend: From the depths of the infernal abyss, the massive Draccus Fiend emerges with wings spread wide, its form wreathed in brimstone and darkness. It is a creature of pure malevolence, exuding an aura of seething fury. With fangs dripping with venom and claws like scythes, the Draccus Fiend hunts with merciless precision. Its presence instills terror, its fiery breath incinerating all in its path. The Draccus Fiend embodies the embodiment of destruction and chaos.
Draccus Weasel: The Draccus Weasel, a peculiar creature of whimsy and danger, scampers through the enchanted woods of Draccus Ridge and skirts the rocky outcroppings of Devil’s Pass. With scaled skin and luminescent eyes, it possesses a mischievous nature. The Draccus Weasel is known for its child-like cries during the darkest nights. While it may appear harmless at first glance, underestimating its cunning and fiery temperament would be a grave mistake.
Goblins: In the labyrinthine depths of the Temple of Gehenna, and found near the Hidden Realms of Dimutia, Goblins scuttle with cunning and mischief. These grotesque creatures with bulbous eyes and gnarled features thrive in the shadows. Agile and resourceful, Goblins are skilled at both thievery and trickery. They revel in chaos, their raucous laughter echoing through the underground caverns they call home. While they may be underestimated, Goblins possess a tenacity that belies their diminutive stature.
Harpy: The Harpy, a creature both captivating and fearsome, takes flight on leathery wings across myth and legend, found both in the Fold and on the continent of Dimutia. With the body of a bird and the twisted face of a disfigured woman, they possess a haunting allure. Known for their seductive songs and piercing cries, Harpies draw both admiration and terror. Legends speak of their relentless pursuit of prey, swooping down with talons sharp as razors. Beware the allure of their enchanting melodies, for those who fall under their spell may face a dark fate.
Manticore: From ancient legends and tales of yore, the Manticore emerges, a creature of monstrous splendor. With the body of an oversized lion, a mouth with rows of teeth, and a tail ending in spines, it embodies raw power. The Manticore is a fearsome predator, its roar sends tremors through the hearts of those who dare to cross its path. With eyes burning like molten fire, it stands as a testament to the untamed forces of nature, a guardian of secrets and a bringer of doom.
Screaming Mara: In the darkest recesses of the night, the Screaming Mara emerges, its wails piercing the veil of silence. It is a creature of dread, shrouded in shadows and haunting dreams. The Screaming Mara embodies the embodiment of nightmares, its presence evoking a sense of unrelenting terror. Its cries carry the weight of forgotten sorrows and the echoes of past tragedies, leaving a chilling imprint on the hearts of those who encounter it.
Thoon: Born from the darkest nightmares, the Thoon hulks through the depths of Verold. A creature of pure malevolence, its large form drips with inky darkness. It thrives on fear and feeds on despair, leaving devastation in its wake. Its very presence twists the minds of those unfortunate enough to witness it, driving them to madness. The Thoon is a creature of chaos, embodying the darkest depths of the human psyche.
Yeren: Deep within the untamed wilderness of Galdor, the Yeren prowls, a creature borne of legend and mystery. Cloaked in shaggy fur, it stands as a symbol of primal strength and adaptability. The Yeren possesses an uncanny ability to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, evading the prying eyes of would-be hunters, as well as the ability to sense the future. It is a creature of myth and elusiveness, reminding us of the vastness and wonder of Verold.
Which mythical creature would you least like to encounter? Which would terrify you the most? And if you had to choose one as as pet, which would you choose?


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Running into a large cat or dog is not something a ferret wants to
ever do, but in the book series, they will encounter much bigger trouble
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sister ferrets discover that there's a lesson to be learned with each
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Gabriel Kuhn A Revolutionary Writer and Social Activist
Gabriel Kuhn is a name that has been associated with revolutionary writing and social activism for many years. He has been known for his unique approach to writing, which often delves into the deeper issues of social inequality and oppression. In this article, we will explore Gabriel Kuhn’s life, his writing, and his contributions to the world of social activism.
Early Life and Education
Gabriel Kuhn was born in Austria in 1972. He came from a working-class family and saw social inequality as a child. This made him interested in fairness and he tried different ways to share his thoughts. Later, he studied philosophy and sociology at the University of Innsbruck. There, he learned how society works and how powerful people control it.
Gabriel Kuhn’s writing career began in the 1990s, when he started publishing articles and essays in various left-wing publications. His work often focused on issues such as anti-fascism, anarchism, and anti-capitalism. He also wrote extensively about the struggles of marginalized communities, including immigrants, refugees, and LGBTQ+ people.
In 2001, Gabriel Kuhn published his first book, a biography of the anarchist activist and writer Gustav Landauer. The book received critical acclaim and established Kuhn as a leading voice in the field of anarchist literature. Since then, he has written several other books, including works on soccer culture, radical music, and the history of anarchism.
Gabriel Kuhn writes about causes he’s passionate about. He has supported many social justice movements, such as anti-fascist and anti-racist groups. He also advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and environmental justice.
In addition to his activism, Kuhn has also worked as a translator, translating books and articles from German to English. This work has allowed him to bring important ideas and perspectives from the German-speaking world to an English-speaking audience.
Gabriel Kuhn is a writer, activist, and translator whose work has had a profound impact on the world of social justice. His unique approach to writing, which combines intellectual rigor with a deep commitment to activism, has inspired countless people around the world. We can all learn from Gabriel Kuhn’s example and strive to use our own talents and passions to create a more just and equitable world.


The role of cross sectional imaging in the management of acute pyogenic inguinal abscess - extrapelvic versus intrapelvic origin
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