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The bus was sanded down to the original coat of the livery into which it was to be restored. The starting point was its Oxford Full Circle Tours livery which it was carrying when the Society purchased the bus in 2005.
For winter's rains and ruins are over,
And all the season of snows and sins;
The days dividing lover and lover,
The light that loses, the night that wins;
And time remembered is grief forgotten,
And frosts are slain and flowers begotten,
And in green underwood and cover
Blossom by blossom the spring begins.
Algernon Charles Swinburne (1837–1909)
Atalanta in Calydon (1865)
Mohamed's team begin to enter the homes to disinfect them with chlorine spray, and to remove property which may still carry the disease - such as mattresses and bed sheets - and replacing them with new items.
Here in Makamie, more than 60% of the people who lived here died of Ebola – and more have left fearing it wasn't safe to stay.
Find out more about the UK's Ebola response at: www.gov.uk/ebola
Picture: Corporal Paul Shaw/MOD
7DOS - Week #6 Shine - Technique Tuesday - again one from my archive, sorry, this time LG with a shiney crown, shot from above.
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ODC, P is for … Finally, a smile of sorts from my poorly Princess. She doesn't like to show her tooth-gaps so it's seldom a full smile, but I take what I can get these days. I try to get regular photos for both my sake and for various family members scattered around the world, so I took full advantage of her being less than usually active today and thought this might make a nice P for Princess and Something Sweet (call me sentimental, haha).
A few weeks ago I dropped my wife off at SFO and decided to stop by Radio Road Ponds to see what birds were around before the rain started up again. I saw many handsome northern shoveler drakes (which I've posted some shots of previously), but the highlight was getting to watch the courtship dance of a pair of American avocets. I've included an extra shot below in the comments, and a few more on my blog post for today.
This is the first SLR I ever had. My dad gave me his old Asashi Pentax, which actually belonged to his dad. It is a pretty complete setup: 3 lenses, 2 bodies, a flash, bellows, teleconverter, variable closeup adapter, and a bunch of filters. The only thing that wasn't included was the film.
This camera is 100% manual. It does have a built in exposure meter. The camera was introduced at Photokina in 1969.
On occasion I will pull this bad boy out and shoot with it. But it isn't often.
Update:
Strobist Info:
Sigma 500 Super DG at 1/4 power into a 43" white Wescott Umbrella camera right. Triggered via a Canon E-TTL cord (flash was in manual mode).
White reflector and natural window light camera left.
Not really, the beginning, just the point at which I started taking photos.
By this point the body has been sanded, grain-filled, and I've drilled the hole for the bridge earthing wire.
The body is paulownia, and it's very soft (easily marked with a fingernail), so the prep stages involved a lot of caution. There are a few places where I marked it, but luckily they're almost all under the scratchplate.
As with the strat, this is mounted on some spare wood such that it can be clamped, but still be rotated during spraying to get best possible access, especially in the cutaways.
Saturday 3rd November 2018
It is a truth that you don't know how ill you were until you begin to get better.
I had been suffering with a cough for maybe three months now, usually at night when I went to bed. I had been forced to sup from bottles of cough syrup to enable me to drop off, and in later weeks, sleep was being broken by me coughing in my sleep as I turned over. At times my chest ached with the coughing. And worse of all, it seemed never to end.
I was planning on going to the doctor, but my inner voice told me, what could I say, I cough a lot? So, I bore it. And I did through the day too, sucking on cough sweets as I worked though the day and a dry coughing fit would render me incapable of talking.
And then, late last week, it just stopped. One night I went to bed, laid on my other side and dropped off. And slept deeply for nine hours, except when Scully brought me in a mouse for me and would not be quiet until I looked at it under the bed. The lay in the dark as she ate it, crunching through the bones.
So, I can sleep long and deep at night, and no longer cough my way through the day either. All rather marvelous, and so worries I might have caught the plague or ebola go unfounded.
Once my back is better, I can think about exercise again and tackling my weight. Again. I mean, we all have good intentions, but this time I really must do better. I heard from my friend Tony that he has given up sugary soda and cakes, maybe I should give up, or partly give up booze, as it is pure calories. Or, give up the meals for half the week that seem to demand the accompaniment of a glass or three of red, of a bottle of Belgian#s finest.
We shall see.
Jools asked me what the plan was for the weekend.
Sheffield Park, I replied.
Train then, she said.
No, the other Sheffield Park, but that is also nearby!
Sheffield Park is in Sussex, a good two hour drive from Chez Jelltex, and in preparation for the trip, Jools had done the shopping on Friday, meaning we had nothing else to do on the day.
Jools did not ask why we were going to Sheffield Park, just accepted it.
After breakfast we set off, driving up the M20, soon to be Europe's largest lorry park, where only two lanes are now open and for 25 or so miles there is a 50mph speed limit whilst workers strengthen the hard shoulder to allow for mile upon mile of nose to tail lorry parking, which is the sum of the UK's only Brexit preparation.
Even worse is that the motorway that links the M20 with the M25 west, the M26, is to be closed both ways indefinitely to allow for more lorry parking, this will make the simple business of getting about more tricky. If we have fuel for our cars, of course.
We cross into Sussex, and the sat nav takes us south off it to East Grinstead, then by back lanes through woods and rolling fields towards Haywards Heath to Sheffield Park. All the time I was looking at the sky, looking for signs of the clouds clearing, the forecast clearly spoke of sunny intervals, but this was just solid cloud, and dull.
We arrive at Sheffield Park just as the gates were opening, paid our entrance fee to get in, and then the age old problem, which path to take? I look at the map and point vaguely in the other direction and say "that way".
We are confronted with the first of a series of lakes, each surrounded by a mix of trees, some still green or evergreen, but others yellow or red leaves showing well. Just not dramatic in the dull light. Above us, the clouds had began to clear from the north, but would it ever unveil the sun way to the south? As the time neared to half ten then eleven, the clearing reached the sun, and it was like that scene from Wizard of Oz when it went from black and white to technicolor. Amazing.
Not sure how long the sun would last, we and the other photographers rush round getting shots of the park, showing off its autumn colours.
By now the gardens were getting busy, so we beat our retreat back to the car ten drive the half mile down the road to the Bluebell Railway station of the same name. I already knew there were no train running, but the station buffet would be open, and would be very much cheaper than the team rooms the National Trust usually charges for.
We have a sandwich each, some crisps and I have a pint of Harvey's Old ale, which was rather wonderful.
After a quick look round the station shop, we go back to the car for the drive back home, following the same route as took when we came, the clouds had rolled back over, so we had had the best of the weather and I felt lucky we got the shots we did.
Back home I put the radio on the listen to the footy; City were away at Sheffield Wednesday, and start well, but miss an early penalty, and seems it was going to be one of those day. We had not won there since 2001, nor won in the league in November since 2008, so the omens were not good.
But in the second half, City went up the gears and rattled in four goals in quarter of an hour, and looked like Barcelona at times, but that might have been the poor opposition. But the upshot of this result, and the fact that Sheffield Utd lose is that, for 24 hours at least, Norwich are top of the league, and our rivals, despite employing our old manager, Paul Lambert, were rock bottom after drawing 1-1.
We go to Whitfield in the evening for some card action, but Jen and John both have colds, and we are still pretty tired, meaning that we only play one game of meld, which Jen wins, and Syn scoops the jackpot in Queenie, meaning we were all done by nine, and able to be home and in bed by ten.
Layers from fall 2006 & spring & summer 2007 including many rinds of melon (our Mellon bank), turned by old farm fork on right, watered, & now left to the feasting of bacteria & worms.
The Church begins the celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord with the solemn Easter Vigil, usually celebrated late at night on Holy Saturday. The Vigil consists of the Liturgy of Light, the reading of the Prophecies, the Baptismal Liturgy and the celebration of Holy Mass.
As the people gather outside of the church, a fire is lit. The celebrant then blesses the fire and lights the Paschal Candle- the symbol of Christ, the Light of the world, and inscribes upon it the actual date, saying: 'Christ, yesterday and today, the beginning and the ending. To Christ belongs all time and all the ages; to Christ belongs glory and dominion now and forever. Amen'. Then the Candle is carried into the church, filling it with light, and the people proceed inside holding tapers lit from the holy fire. Then the deacon chants the 'Exsultet'- an ancient hymn of praise honoring the marvelous happenings of the Easter Night. Seven scriptural Prophecies are then read- biblical passages which had prophecied the comming of the Lord. The Alleluia is sung for the first time since the beginning of Lent. After the Gospel and sermon, the Baptismal Liturgy begins, in which the people present in church are reminded of the time when they themselves received this holy Sacrament, and renew their baptismal promises. After the blessing of new baptismal water, Baptism is administered to the Catechumens and Candidates are received into the Church. Then follows the celebration of Holy Mass.
At St. John Cantius, this year's Easter Vigil was celebrated by the Rev. Bishop Joseph Perry. The Bishop administered the sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation to this year's Catechumens.
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The Madness Begins ...Everybody but me knew that when band leader Dexter Seusahai said that the launch would begin at midnight, he really was saying the costume fashion show wasn't going to start until the bar was about to close. 1.30 am, this morning. The 2014 Carnival season in Toronto started with the Tribal Carnival launch of their Secret of the Wingz costume look for this summer's parade. Since I was one of the first through the doors, my batteries ran out at about 2.30 (but my camera was still working) so I headed home while more sections still to were hit the Armenian Community Centre stage (401/Victoria Park).
And you throw your head back laughing
Like a little kid
I think it's strange that you think I'm funny cause
He never did
I've been spending the last 8 months
Thinking all love ever does
Is break and burn and end
But on a Wednesday in a cafe
I watched it begin again
Begin juli kreeg de 4029 reclame voor de huur scooters aangeplakt. We zien hier de reclame tram bij de Gouderegenstraat.
En vertrokken naar Zoetermeer.
This picture doesn't even begin to capture the stellar Wednesday night that occurred in multiple different phases of social plans.
Phase 1? Happy hour and delicious cocktails with my IL-bestie who was in NYC for 24 hours. Phase 2 = burrata and prosecco at Eataly with another dear friend that I haven't seen in way too long, and phase 3 was phase 2 on repeat but with the addition of another friend and some more food. Sadly only phase 1 made it to the photodocumentation, though (but oh my gosh, that candle? Wasn't just ON the table, it was built INTO the table. So cool!).
All of this might have ended around midnight (when was the last time THAT happened on a week night? I really could not tell you.) and despite the fact that I had a serious major freak out on a realtor that's trying to rent my apartment, I'd say Wednesday was a great success. :D
Also? TEN DAYS...EEK.
Begining a search.
More than 40 Special Constables have today (17/5/13) given up their day job to help Greater Manchester Police as part of Give & Gain Day 2013.
The national day will see more than 11,000 employees across the UK donate their time to help out the communities they live or work in.
Specials taking part in the day have been given a day’s paid annual leave to support the day of action and their bosses have been invited to see what they do first hand.
Businesses supporting the national day include Tesco, Inspire 2 Independence (i2i) Ltd, Willmott Dixon Construction, AKW, Trafford Park, Lloyds Banking Group, NHS Blood & Transplant Service, Ofsted, Dept of Work Pensions, Bury Council, Asda Pilsworth and BT.
Specials working on the day are taking part in a variety of different tasks including warrants, an ANPR operation and burglary initiative.
Chief Superintendent Nick Adderley, programme director for the Special Constabulary, said: “Every day I’m blown away by the dedication, commitment and good work being done by our Special Constables to keep communities safe.
“These are people who want to make a real difference to the area which is commendable in itself but when you add to this the fact that they are giving up their spare time and aren’t being paid, I have nothing but the uttermost respect for them.
“Being a Special Constable enables individuals to gain hands on experience in dealing with challenging situations that they might not encounter in any other career. This helps to improve confidence, develop communication skills and manage conflict, which can help them in both their personal and professional lives.
“I’m delighted to take part in Give & Gain Day 2013 and would like to extend a personal thank you to the organisations that have allowed their staff to take a day off to help make Greater Manchester a safer place to live, work and visit.”
Simon Butcher, Director of Operations of Willmott Dixon Construction Northern said: “As an organisation we recognise the significant contribution that specials make in the policing of Greater Manchester and the significant personal risks it brings in protecting the public and serving the community.
“At Willmott Dixon we are always happy to support whether that be at an event like today or time off work for duties and training. Furthermore we recognise the significant benefits it brings to both individuals and company. Chief Inspector Mike Walmsley is one of our ‘Top Flight’ Project Managers and I have no doubts that Mike’s career with Willmott Dixon has benefited by the experience and training he has received in his voluntary role with the Specials.
“I am very much looking forward to spending a day in the life of a Special Constable and witnessing with my own eyes the marvellous work that these people carry out.”
Special Constable Oliver Mayall, who is being supported by his employer Inspire 2 Independence (i2i), said: "I joined the Special Constabulary because I wanted to give something back to my community. However, my experiences in the challenging role of a volunteer police officer have also enabled me to further develop my own skills and abilities.
"My paid employer is supporting me in this day of action by giving me the day off to undertake policing duties within the communities of Manchester. This makes me feel fulfilled as an employee, as it shows that I work for an organisation that is not only supportive of my own personal development, but also keen to contribute towards increasing public safety and confidence within Greater Manchester.”
To find out more about Greater Manchester Police please visit our website.
You should call 101, the new national non-emergency number, to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response.
Always call 999 in an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, violence is being used or threatened or where there is danger to life.
You can also call anonymously with information about crime to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Crimestoppers is an independent charity who will not want your name, just your information. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
This was my first Digital Camera.
Wow a whole 1.3 mp.
I took a lot of photos with this little camera. It was my transition from film to digital. I couldn't get used to taking as many photos as I wanted and not worry about the cost of development and making prints and waiting to get my photos back from the processor.
Remember those days?
It has a few scratches on it but I'll bet it still takes great shots.
Perhaps I'll fire it up and post a few.