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This is a refinement of the No Holes font ( flic.kr/p/aa334a ), which was rather sort of a demo for myself. This font keeps with the concept of not having any completely closed counters, but it also aims to be readable, not to mention not to be ugly.
To be seen supposedly on dafont.com ☺
Update 20110926: Basic Latin coverage is available. Slowly proceeding… :-) I would like to cover the Latin Extended A and Latin-1 Supplement Unicode ranges, as well as some general punctuation like quotation marks and hyphens.
Meanwhile I realized, that not having closed counters is a relatively easily circumventable stupid barrier, therefore supposedly rather sortly after the release of this font you may expect another one, where there are closed shapes as well — therefore ready for everyday use.
This font is to be released on Dafont in some months, the final name is likely to be “Fortunata”. Otherwise just feel free to check out my (by today rather undeveloped) section: www.dafont.com/balint-erdosi.d2939
Working on a spoon order as well as practicing design replication/refinement. Truly Good Work as E.F. Schumacher would say.
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Why Does God Allow Suffering? Know God’s Will for Your Life
By Li Tong
Many Christians feel confused: God is love and He is almighty, so why does He allow us to suffer? Could it be that He has abandoned us? This question always used to puzzle me, but lately, through prayer and seeking, I’ve gained a bit of enlightenment and light. This has resolved my misunderstandings of God, and I’ve come to understand that suffering is not God casting us aside, but instead is very carefully arranged by God in order to purify and save us. These trials and refinement are God’s greatest grace for us!...
We can see from God’s words and the scripture that there is God’s will in His allowing us to suffer, and it is entirely to purify and save us; it is a precious treasure bestowed upon us by God. Before trials and refinement come to us, we all think of ourselves as people who uphold God’s way, and some of us even feel that by forsaking, expending, laboring, and working for God, by suffering and paying a price, we are completely considerate of God’s will, that we are the people who love Him most, and that we are the most devoted to Him. We believe that no matter who else might become negative and weak or betray God, we could never do such a thing. But the reality is that when we are faced with difficulties like losing a job, or financial straits, we complain against God, lose our faith, and even become unwilling to expend for Him anymore. When misfortune strikes our families or some calamity occurs, we may still complain about God because something impinges on our personal interests. We argue our case and put up a fight, and in serious cases, betray God and forsake our faith. God has stated on many occasions that He requires us to follow His way, and has demanded, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind” (Matthew 22:37). However, we always calculate to further our fleshly interests, and treasure them over our love for God. When God acts in accordance with our notions, we thank and praise Him, but when He doesn’t, we develop misunderstandings and complaints about God, or even betray Him. This shows us how deeply Satan has corrupted us. We always pursue blessings in our faith, which is essentially attempting to transact with God—to do this truly is selfish, despicable, and entirely lacking in reason! At this point, we can gain some true understanding of the satanic dispositions of rebelling against and opposing God within us, as well as some discernment over the mistaken motives and notions in our faith. We can see that what we live out is a far cry from what God requires of us, and that we are entirely unworthy of receiving God’s blessings and approval. Likewise, through such trials and refinement, we can experience God’s holiness and righteousness, and feel how many adulterations there are in our faith in Him. If we continue to believe in Him with the intention to seek blessings, we will only cause God to be disgusted with us and loathe us. Once exposed through trials, we are able to see that our corruption is too great and our shortcomings too many, and thus we can begin to come before God in prayer, read His words, and then reflect on and know the places within us that don’t accord with God’s will. We can seek out how to satisfy God and stand witness for Him, and unconsciously, we develop a much closer relationship with God. After such experience, we not only gain understanding of ourselves and some understanding of God’s disposition, we also become more stable and mature. Our impulsive, arrogant, selfish, and deceitful dispositions are ground down, and only then can we truly understand that while trials and refinement cause us some fleshly suffering, the fruit it bears in us is salvation and purification, which are very beneficial and edifying for our lives...
There’s also the story of Job in the Bible. Job underwent the trials of his possessions being stripped away, his children destroyed, and he himself developed boils all over his body, yet in spite of his suffering, he never sinned with his words; he did not complain about God, but accepted everything from God within his heart. He was also able to seek God’s will, and ultimately said, “Jehovah gave, and Jehovah has taken away; blessed be the name of Jehovah” (Job 1:21) and “Shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil?” (Job 2:10). He relied on his faith, fear, and submission to God to say these things, and thereby stood witness for God. The reason Job was able to stand witness through such great trials was that he believed that God rules all things, and that his belongings and children had all been given to him by God, so it was God’s right to take them away. As a created being, he ought to accept and submit. Job’s ability to stand in the position of a created being and unconditionally obey the Creator was standing witness for God. God later appeared to Job in a storm, and Job saw the sight of God’s back and heard God speak to him with His own mouth; he gained genuine understanding of God. Job reaped a bounty he never would have gained in a comfortable environment, and this was the greatest blessing bestowed upon Job through trials and refinement. Just as Job told his friends after his trials, “When He has tried me, I shall come forth as gold” (Job 23:10).
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The all-new Jaguar F-PACE is a performance crossover designed and engineered to offer the agility, responsiveness and refinement that all Jaguars are renowned for, together with unrivaled dynamics and everyday versatility.
Distinctive detailing such as a palladian window, covered porches, and prominent gables give this relaxed farmhouse special refinement. Interior accent columns distinguish the inviting two-story foyer from the dining room. A spacious great room is set off by two-story windows and opens to the kitchen and breakfast bay. Throughout the first floor, nine foot ceilings add volume and drama. The master suite is secluded downstairs and features a space-amplifying tray ceiling. The master bath includes a double bowl vanity, garden tub, and separate shower. Storage abounds with roomy linen and walk-in closets. Upstairs, two generous bedrooms have ample closet and storage space. The skylit bonus room enjoys second floor access. *Photographed home may have been modified from the original construction documents.* www.dongardner.com/house-plan/420/the-creston/
One of the 3 registered Koenigsegg Ageras in Singapore. This Chilli Red Agera RS 'Refinement' has been upgraded with the Koenigsegg One:1's 1Megawatt powertrain and exhaust, an RSR active rear wing, additional canards and a roof scoop.
The Chehel Sotoon Palace, Forty Columns Palace is an even more striking example of the refinement of the Safavid King's courts. It is a charming pavilion in the heart of a park, at the far end of a long pool. Chehel Sotoon is supported by twenty wooden columns, and since these are reflected in the water, you have a palace with forty colums. Shah Abbas II and his successor received there dignitaries and ambassadors, either on the terrace or in one of the state reception halls. Like in the Ali Qapu, the walls are covered with frescoes and paintings. They are damaged by old age, but are also being restored. They depict historical scenes such as a reception for a Uzbek King in 1646 when the palace had only just been completed. A banquet in honor of the King of Turkestan in 1611; the battle of Chalderan against the king of Osmanlis in 1514 in which the Persians fought without fire-arms. The welcome extended to a Mongol King who took refuge in Iran in 1544; the battle of Taher-Abad in 1510 where the Safavid King Shah Esmail vanquished and killed the Uzbek King, a sixth large painting, which is more recent, depicts Nader Shah's victory against the Indian Army at Karnal, in 1747. There are also less anecdotic but prettier small mural compositions in the traditional miniature style which celebrate the joy of living. The superb wooden roof of the porch was painted with a series of geometrical decorations interspersed with flowers. The waterproofing of this, and other palaces, was achieved by covering the roof with a fresh layer of beaten earth every year, the weight of which has caused many others to collapse.
Pima Air and Space Museum
AS-18A Radar Antenna Assembly
The H2X aerial radar system was an American refinement of the British H2S radar during World War II and was used for locating targets both on land and at sea. The radome containing the antenna usually replaced the belly turret on bombers such as the Boeing B-17 and the Consolidated B-24. The radar allowed aircraft to bomb accurately at night and through clouds and gave long range maritime patrol aircraft the ability to locate both ships and submarines at sea.
This antenna was formerly installed in the belly of the Consolidated B-24J Liberator that is now on display in Hangar 3 of the museum. That particular aircraft served with the Royal Air Force in India during World War II as a Liberator GR. VI maritime patrol aircraft. After the war it was used by the Indian Air Force for reconnaissance and patrol duties until 1967.
These refinements and additions, combined with traditional knowledge and long hours of work, lead to an increase in household incomes. They also help women, like Nung and Yvon pictured here, protect their health and sustain the health of their communities and the environment.
The department has been building up a library of design related reference books over the last few years. Pupils are encouraged to make use of these books on a regular basis. The photographs here demonstrate the tremendous wealth of content contained therein.
The sequence has been shot in such a way that the cover of the book is shown first and a few sample pages are included to give the student an idea of the content the book contains. Pupils may then approach staff and request a short term loan.
Refinement Vanessa wasn't my first choice for leading lady! I originally envisioned Nocturnal Gloss Vanessa in the role but then I saw Veronique and I had to make some changes!
Fashion Royalty Vanessa Perrin Refinement 2015
Outfit:
- Gown: Vanessa Perrin Sheer Sensuality
- Bangle: handmade
Furniture:
- Bench: handmade
My Ford Evolution Design Photo Series continues with the 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe and Convertible Coupe.
The 1939 model used the same body style Ford introduced in 1937 but with many design refinements as well as engineering improvements. The new Deluxe models featured a more graceful grill treatment which gave the reworked body a sleeker frontal appearance and made the ’39 Ford very attractive. It was a design that many today still consider one of Ford’s best.
Both Danbury Mint and Franklin Mint offered the collector a choice from the 1939 Ford lineup. The Franklin Mint’s model was introduced first. In 2000, FM released the ’39 Deluxe Convertible Coupe which was modeled after the car featured in the Ford Expo at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York. The model is finished in Jefferson Blue and features a first for 1:24 models, finger-tip actuated roll-up side windows. They are very cool and work perfectly. The second model offered is the D4C LECC VII exclusive club car which was issued in 2007. A Limited Edition of 600, the model was originally available to D4C club members only. This version is finished in Garnet Maroon and is the model featured in this photo series.
DM’s version was issued in 2009. The Danbury Mint selected a Deluxe Coupe for their model offering. It is based on DM’s 1940 Ford model that was issued several years earlier. The Coupe is as equally attractive as the convertible. It is finished in Jet Black and is a Limited Edition of 5000, my example featured in this photo series is # 2043.
Both models featured in this photo series are finely crafted representations of the Ford Deluxe, and would be excellent additions to any collection.
Left a tab to glue in strip of paper icicles.. refining my ideas.. as its a complete box with top i could use it as a package for small gifts.. by attaching a simple piece of string through the top...
Material heavy paper stock.
The tab sticking out is for gluing to stiffen the roof line.
“The medieval archaeological complex Perperikon is one of the most ancient monumental megalithic structures, entirely carved into the rocks. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bulgaria.
“Religious activity at the top of the cliff began in the 5th century BC. It is associated with the beliefs of the Copper Age people, who started the cult of the sun god. Here they established the first sanctuary and started leaving food containers for the gods. These religious rites continued through the entire Bronze Age (III-II millennium BC). The sophistication of the metal tools made the hard rock cutting possible. At that time, the oval hall with a huge circular altar in its center was built. There, priests performed their sacred rituals with wine and fire. These religious practices were typical for the temple of Dionysius, which was long sought in the Rhodope mountain. The latest archaeological research shows clearly that the temple was located exactly in Perperikon. According to the legends, two crucial prophecies were made from the altar of this temple. The first one predicted great conquest and glory for Alexander the Macedonian, and the second, made several centuries later, predetermined the power and strength for the first Roman Emperor” – Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus.
“In the last millennium of the old era and the first centuries of the new one, the rock structures grew and became a town with fortified walls, palaces and suburbs. The town was probably a royal residence for the Thracian tribe Bessie. Subsequently, the Romans brought to Perperikon their luxury and refinement, and the Goths ruined and burned down Perperikon in 378 AD.
“At the beginning of the 5th century AD, the rock town became an Episcopal center after the people in the Rhodope mountain accepted Christianity. At the 7th-14th century AD, Perperikon flourished as a regional center. Many times Bulgarians and Byzantines fought for these lands. At the end of the 14th century, the Ottoman Turks conquered and destroyed the fortress, the ruins of which slowly sank into oblivion.
“Today, the ancient glory of Perperikon rises. The holy city is unique in terms of archaeological, historical, environmental and multi-religious aspects.” (bulgariatravel.org)
Demonstrating Nissan's commitment to the constant refinement and improvement of its iconic performance flagship, the newly upgraded Nissan GT-R has lapped the fearsome N¸rburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany in just 7 minutes 8.679 seconds1. The lap time was recorded by Michael Krumm, a Nissan racing pilot and test-driver, behind the wheel of a 2014 Nissan GT-R NISMO*.
The Stephanie Inn with its beautiful European refinement poised oceanfront on the handsomely rugged Oregon coast. By day, indulge in the luxury of time spent as you wish. Explore the worldclass art galleries, take a romantic stroll along the tidepools of Haystack Rock or secret yourselves away in the luxurious privacy of your romantic guest quarters. As the sun sets guests gather in the Dining Room for a most memorable prix fixe, four-course dinner. Or, skip ahead to dessert, mixing champagne and chocolate on your balcony as the moon glimmers off the sea. View rooms and book reservations online at www.stephanie-inn.com/