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The subject of public lavatories was touched upon in a discussion beneath one of my photographs the other day. There was a time when these amenities were abundant in city centres and, even in the suburbs could be located just inside the park gates or somewhere behind the shops. You were never hard-up for a place to pee. Today it is often extremely difficult to find facilities anywhere. It wouldn't be the first time I've had to sit down to an entirely unwanted Americano and carrot cake in order to use the toilet in Caffè Nero. Where provided at all these days, public lavatories are usually of the new automatically flushing variety, their 20p-in-the-slot admission charge representing inflation since the time when one "spent a penny". One does not resent paying a small charge for amenities provided, but more often than not there are none. For we who approach the age of enlarged prostates and "waterworks" trouble this is an important consideration, which must be planned for if we intend to go out for an hour or two. Not too much coffee at breakfast, nothing containing tomatoes for 24 hours beforehand and a pocketful of 20p pieces.
The other day I made use of the resources available within this attractive little building in Norwich. There were a wet floor, a couple of hunched figures with downcast eyes, the gurgle of cisterns and the sussuration of empiped water. As the ear might catch distant music, my nose caught the tune of old urine, the counter-melody of Jeyes Fluid and rumbling faecal organ-notes. It was all so familiar ...and rather dear. It came as no surprise to find a notice at the door announcing that the establishment was to close on April 2nd. My questions are: if public conveniences are to be closed wholesale what, exactly, do the authorities want us to do? If one has no choice in the matter of whether or not to "go", do the authorities, in closing so many public conveniences, commission the offence of indecent exposure?
"There is a saying, 'Eyes are the windows to the soul.' It means, mostly, people can see through someone else by eye contact in seven seconds. I have a habit that if I meet someone I don't know, I'd like to look at her or his eyes on purpose. When my eyes lay on them, I can immediately see their true color." Peng LiyuanPraise for Windows of the Soul Every once in a while a book comes along that makes you stop and think―and then think some more―like Ken Gire’s wonderful book Windows of the Soul. ―John Trent in Christian Parenting Today Ken Gire has created a book that gently pours forth, like water out of a garden bucket, cleansing our thoughts and opening the petals of our spirits, providing us with a new sense of clarity in our search for God. ―Manhattan (KS) Mercury Each word, each phrase, is painstakingly wrought, loaded with thoughts and prayer, and filled with new glimpses of God’s love, grace, and strength. ―The Christian Advocate Windows of the Soul will surprise you with the many and varied windows God uses to speak to us. With the heart of an artist, Ken Gire paints word pictures in prose and poetry that will thrill your heart. ―Mature Living Windows of the Soul is a rare book, resounding with the cry for communion that is both ours and God’s.
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The Windows of the Soul:To understand that the eye is the window to the soul, there are 2 techniques you can use, alone or with others.Alone: Stand in front of a mirror in the dark. Shine a flashlight below your face pointing upward. Now stare at the eyes in the mirror and you shall see your image change into many people, some may not be human, all of whom are aspects of your soul experiencing in other grids.Two People: Sit across from the person in a dimly lit, or dark room. Place the flashlight below your face again. This will enable the other person to see you in other lives and tell you what they see as they look through the windows of your soul. They may also see themselves in that lifetime with you. Next repeat this by looking into the other person's eyes.It is important not to move while doing this form of scrying. To truly be skilled at this, you will take the other person, or yourself, to their 'soul spark' of light. It is the flicker of light, white, blue, purple, that you sometimes see in the periphery of your field of vision, for only a second. The vesica piscis is a shape that is the intersection of two disks with the same radius, intersecting in such a way that the center of each disk lies on the perimeter of the other. The name literally means the "bladder of a fish" in Latin after the conjoined dual air bladders ("swim bladder") found in the bodies of most fishes. The shape is also called mandorla ("almond" in Italian).The vesica piscis in Euclid's ElementsThis figure appears in the first proposition of Euclid's Elements, where it forms the first step in constructing an equilateral triangle using a compass and straightedge. The triangle has as its vertices the two disk centers and one of the two sharp corners of the vesica piscis.The two circles of the vesica piscis, or three circles forming in pairs three vesicae, are commonly used in Venn diagrams. Arcs of the same three circles can also be used to form the triquetra symbol, and the Reuleaux triangle.In Christian art, some aureolas are in the shape of a vertically oriented vesica piscis, and the seals of ecclesiastical organizations can be enclosed within a vertically oriented vesica piscis (instead of the more usual circular enclosure). Also, the icthys symbol incorporates the vesica piscis shape.The cover of the Chalice Well in Glastonbury (Somerset, United Kingdom) depicts a stylized version of the vesica piscis design (see picture).The vesica piscis has been used as a symbol within Alchemyy, most notably in the shapes of the collars worn by officiants of the Alchemicic rituals. It was also considered the proper shape for the enclosure of the seals of Alchemic labs.The vesica piscis is also used as proportioning system in architecture, in particular Gothic architecture. The system was illustrated in Cesare Cesariano's Vitruvius (1521), which he called "the rule of the German architects".
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The Vesica Piscis is a symbol made from two circles of the same radius, intersecting in such a way that the center of each circle lies on the circumference of the other. The name literally means the bladder of the fish in Latin. In the Christian tradition, it is a reference to Christ, as in ichthys. It is called a mandorla ("almond") in India and known in the early Mesopotamian, African, and Asian civilizations.Geometry -- The symbol is formed from the almond-shaped area in the overlap between the circles, as shown in black in the diagram - for certain purposes also including the upper arcs as far as the edges of a rectangle whose sides coincide with the widest points of the almond (as shown in light blue in the diagram). The resulting figure looks like a stylized fish, or in the extended version like a flattened Greek letter alpha.
Mystical and Religious Significance - It has been the subject of mystical speculation at several periods of history, perhaps first among the Pythagoreans, who considered it a holy figure. The mathematical ratio of its width (measured to the endpoints of the "body", not including the "tail") to its height was reportedly believed by them to be 265:153. This ratio, equal to 1.73203, was thought of as a holy number, called the measure of the fish.The geometric ratio of these dimensions is actually the square root of 3, or 1.73205... (since if you draw straight lines connecting the centers of the two circles with each other, and with the two points where the circles intersect, then you get two equilateral triangles joined along an edge, as shown in light red in the diagram).The ratio 265:153 is an approximation to the square root of 3, with the property that no better approximation can be obtained with smaller whole numbers. The number 153 appears in the Gospel of John (21:11) as the exact number of fish Jesus caused to be caught in a miraculous catch of fish, which is thought by some to be a coded reference to Pythagorean beliefs. Ichthys a symbol used by early Christians, more popularly known as the fish symbol is created by the almond shape and the light blue extension as seen in the Construction Diagram of the Vesica Pisces above.Uses of the shape -- Other uses of the shape include that by some early peoples of the almond-shaped central area as a representation of the female genitals, and the use of a similar (horizontally-oriented) fish symbol called the Ichthys by early Christians. In Christian art, some aureolas are in the shape of a vertically oriented vesica piscis, and the seals of ecclesiastical organizations can be enclosed within a vertically oriented vesica piscis (instead of the more usual circular enclosure). The most common modern object based on the vesica piscis is the American football, which resembles the interior almond-shaped area of the vesica piscis swept about its long "axis" to produce a 3D object with rotational symmetry.In Alchemic literature, the vesica is first stressed by George Oliver. Oliver argues that the vesica is “a universal exponent of architecture or Alchemy, and the original source or fountain from which its signs and symbols are derived— it constituted the great and enduring secret of our ancient brethren.” In his Prestonian Lecture for 1931, noted Masonic historian W.W. Covey-Crump calls this statement“quite right,” and expresses that “the Vesica Piscis had even from the time of the Primitive Christians possessed a sacred symbolical significance, though the purport of that significance was variously interpreted owing to the secrecy of its transmission.”
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The vesica piscis, or “bladder of the fish,” is a simple geometric shape formed by the intersection of two circles. It has a long traditional history, both in operative and speculative Alchemy.As a symbol, it was frequently employed as a church decoration by the architects of the Middle Ages. The seals of all colleges, abbeys, and other religious communities, as well as of ecclesiastical persons, were invariably made of this shape. Hence, in reference to the religious character of the Institution, it has been suggested that the seals of alchemists should also have that form, instead of the circular one now used. The vesica piscis was a major symbol within the ancient tradition of sacred geometry. It was also an ubiquitous feature of the Gothic architecture that was based upon those ideas,not mentioned explicitly in extant lectures, it is present in the visual arts, regalia and ceremonial forms of the Craft from an early period.
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The word "Eye" has many meanings from an organ that detects light to the symbolic eye with its many metaphors that link to conscious awareness. Reality is a consciousness hologram virtually experienced through the eye of time. The physical eye has a pupil symbolizing we are pupils/students in a university or universe.The Eye represents the center of the Milky Way Galaxy or the center of a Black Hole,everything spiraling into physical consciousness (existence)
HISTORY
Over fifteen years ago, entrepreneur and Miami native Craig Robins recognized the potential of the Miami Design District, and started acquiring and redefining properties in the area. Through careful stewardship. the Design District began to juxtapose design brands with internationally important art collections, phenomenal temporary and permanent art and design installations, and great restaurants. L Real Estate and the LVMH brands recognized the unique importance of the community, centrally located in Miami and culturally at the vanguard of global creative industry, and joined Dacra to bring in the unique retail development vision and luxury retail experiences that discerning consumers crave – all north of downtown and less than 10 minutes away from South Beach in a pedestrian-friendly environment.As new buildings were erected and historic structures were transformed, design showrooms flocked to the area, led by Holly Hunt, Knoll, Poliform, Luminaire Contract, Waterworks, bulthaup, Ann Sacks, Campaniello/Cassina, British Khaki, Kartell, and Poltrona Frau. Art galleries and exhibition spaces followed including Art Fusion, Artformz, Diaspora Vibe, Etra Fine Art, Galeria AQUA, Solange Rabello Art Gallery, and The Moore Space. And because creative talents gravitate to neighborhoods defined by art and design it was logical that architects Alison Spear, Chad Oppenheim, HOK, Matthew McDonald, NuHouse, and photographer Iran Issa-Khan opened studios in the Design District. Restaurants naturally followed, creating even greater connective tissue.Innovative retailers soon started to open unique spaces within which to present their collections. Today, Christian Louboutin, Marni, Maison Martin Margiela, En Avance, Cartier, Celine, Louis Vuitton, Agnona, Dior Homme and Prada are open and preparing to welcome new neighbors who will join them in 2014, including Hermes, Berluti and many more.Like all authentic neighborhoods, the Miami Design District continues to evolve: public art installations including the Buckminster Fuller Fly¹s Eye Dome, more amazing shops, restaurants and galleries, and a boutique hotel and residences are all planned. A renaissance of the streetscape and landscape of the District designed by Island Planning Corp is underway. New buildings have been commissioned from architects Aranda\Lasch, K|R, Sou Fujimoto, Moorhead and Moorhead, Iwatmoto Scott, Studio Gang, Leong and Leong, SB Architects and OAB (Office of Architecture Barcelona). Recently, the neighborhood became the first LEED ND Gold Certified project in Miami Dade County and only the 33rd in the entire United States.
The flowers of the bladder campion are quite small, measuring approximately 2.5 cm in width. Each radially symmetrical bloom has a deep pink or white, inflated calyx that is surrounded by five, white, double-lobed, ragged petals. There is distinct navel-like depression at the point where this calyx joins with the flower stalk. Each flower has three styles and ten stamens. Flowers are arranged in small clusters (generally 5-30 flowers) atop the terminal shoot.
A lovely wildflower which can be found on the country lanes around my village of Empingham in Rutland.
This plant is also the food source of the larvae of the "Netted Pug" moth whose images i have uploaded just a few days ago.
This plant (Hibiscus trionum) is not often seen. It came with the root ball of a pine tree we once bought. The tree is long gone, but the Hibiscus continues to self sow and surprise every year.
The buds form suggesting the blossom will be purple but opens mostly white but with a deep purple eye. The blossoms stay open for only hours -- but not on cloudy days at all! The seeds develop in a thin papery "balloon" almost an inch in diameter that look like Chinese Lanterns.
A remarkable plant that is sometimes called Bladder Ketmia or Venice Mallow. And of course, "Flower-of-the-Hour"!
25 September 2016
Indiana
This little kelp bladder that had washed up on the beach at San Simeon Creek really stopped me in my tracks. It had such an inner glow.
Deception Pass State Park at Urchin Rocks looking west. I really really want a sailboat now...
Nereocystis luetkeana (Mermaid's Bladder) in the foreground. I was really impressed by this type of kelp for some reason.
Batham's brewery tap, The Vine, popularly known as The Bull & Bladder, Delph, Brierley Hill, 28th July 2012.
"An unspoilt brewery tap with an ornately decorated facade proclaiming the Shakespearian quotation 'Blessing of your heart, you brew good ale'. An elongated pub with a labyrinthine feel, the front bar is staunchly traditional, while the larger rear room has its own servery, leather seating and a dartboard. The homely lounge was partly converted from former brewery offices. Black Country lunches, such as faggots and home-made pies, are served weekdays, with generously filled rolls and pork pies at all times." [CAMRA WhatPub]
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Family: Fabaceae
Herbier général de l’amateur, vol. 8 (1817-1827) [P. Bessa]
From the Swallowtail Garden Seeds collection of botanical photographs and illustrations. We hope you will enjoy these images as much as we do.
The snail mamma that laid the eggs in one of my other favorite photos of the year! She laid hundreds and hundreds of eggs that amused me for weeks as I watched them develop. I also loved watching this particular snail gliding around the tank. The movement of snails is really beautiful, plus I got to watch it breathe, which is always a plus if you're me.
Blaassilene/Silene vulgaris/bladder campion/maidenstears. Bulgaria, Rila Mountains, 22 August 2016.
See our new Nature Photography website: www.stephanenelisa.nl/ Up till now, we added all the butterflies we saw during our travels, and in the following months we will add other animals, mushrooms and plants.
Purple - Pancreatic cancer** _ Lime Green - Lymphoma _ Orange - Leukemia
Emerald Green - Liver Cancer _ Yellow - Bladder / Bone Cancer
Light Blue - Prostate Cancer* _ Burgundy - Multiple Myloma Head & Neck Cancer*
Clear - Lung Cancer*** _ Peach - Uterine Cancer _ Gray - Brain Cancer
Pink - Breast Cancer* _ Kelly Green - Testicular Cancer**
Lavender - Kidney Cancer _ Periwinkle Blue - Esophageal Cancer
Dark Blue - Colon Cancer _ Black - Melanoma
Pearl White - Cervical Cancer _ Teal - Ovarian Cancer
What are the colors of your life?
Bladder Wrack seaweed (Fucus vesiculosus) covering the timber groynes on the beach in Overstrand, Norfolk, England.
Dextranomer microspheres injected into the bladder for treatment of vesicoureteral reflux.
Dextranomer microspheres are composed of cross-linked dextran molecules. In urology they are used as a filler material and inducer of collagen formation, together with hyaluronic acid. They induce type I neocollagenesis and can produce a giant cell foreign body reaction. The light purple material between the microspheres is hyaluronic acid.
Dextran is a complex branched glucan (polysaccharide derived from the condensation of glucose).
Image contributed by Dr. Nilüfer Kadıoğlu - @nilufer510 and Dr. Dr.Cengiz Koçak
Bar room discussion in the Bull & Bladder.
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Bathams have become a family born to brew. No fewer than five generations have been involved in creating a legendary beer of the Black Country.
Batham’s Bitter, now regarded by some as one of the finest in the country, would never have been if it was not for the pernickety tastebuds of pub regulars in a quiet Worcestershire village, and the brewing skills of Mr D.B.A (Arthur) Batham.
The Bitter (OG 1043) alongside the mild (OG 1036) has gained respect among drinkers far and wide who have visited any of the Bathams nine pubs over the past thirty years.
The company has continued to expand from that day in 1882 when Daniel Batham senior became the landlord of the White Horse in Cradley Heath. We think he would be proud to know that 135 years later in 2012 that Batham’s would be operating 11 pubs throughout the Black Country and beyond!
Each of the Bathams pubs is steeped in character and history but none are more so than the famous “Bull and Bladder” – the brewery tap and formerly known as The Vine Inn, Delph Road, Brierley Hill which provides a colourful frontage to the brewery behind.
Its well known frontage emblazoned with the Shakespeare quote “Blessing of your heart: You brew good ale” has provided a warm welcome over the years for the many who have travelled to sample the Delph Brewery ale produced by one of the last surviving family brewers in the Black Country.
This is a bladder containing a stone. It has been opened to show the three lobes of this trilobulated prostate. The median lobe acts as a ballcock that obstructs the urethral opening. When the bladder contracts, the urine puts pressure on the median lobe that closes the bladder outlet. This causes interrupted flow and very low flow...
The opening to the bilge is not that big so I had to go with a flexible tank. It fits quite nicely behind the gas tank.