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Since it has gotten colder outside, I don't get out and ride the Boosted Board as much. Turns out the cold weather and wind affects the already limited range of these boards...disappointing because I can no longer make my short commute to work on a full battery. It was just over 50 degrees today and I had plenty of time to waste so I decided to take it for a spin. Not a bad ride, I just want the winter to fly b so I can get back out and shred the DC streets on the regular again.
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On 30 March 2025 the European commercial rocket Spectrum, developed and operated by Isar Aerospace, took flight from Andøya Spaceport in Norway and flew for 30 seconds, clearing the launch pad and proving the launch vehicle can achieve one of the hardest parts of space transportation: liftoff.
Isar Aerospace’s two-stage launch vehicle Spectrum is 28 m tall, 2 m in diameter and, with its ten engines, it is targeting to launch payloads of up to 1000 kg to low Earth orbit.
The flight allows Isar Aerospace engineers to analyse all the data they need to tweak their Spectrum launcher for a next flight.
“Our first test flight met all our expectations, achieving a great success”, said Isar Aerospace CEO Daniel Metzler, “We had a clean liftoff, 30 seconds of flight and even got to validate our Flight Termination System.”
“A test-flight is exactly that: a test to gather data, learn and improve. Everything Isar Aerospace achieved today is remarkable and they will have lots of data to analyse. I applaud the teams for getting this far and I am confident that we will see the next Spectrum on the launch pad ready for test-flight 2 liftoff soon,” said ESA’s Director General Josef Aschbacher.”
Isar Aerospace is a German-based company, building their Spectrum launch vehicle in state-of-the-art production facilities relying on in-house manufacturing.
Initially supported by ESA’s Business Incubation Centre, the company is supported by as part of the Boost! programme that helps commercial initiatives offering transportation services to space, in space, and returning from space.
Credits: Isar Aerospace/Wingmen Media–S. Fischer
In front of Macy’s on 34th Street,
Herald Square, Manhattan, New York.
Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM
©2013 Patrick J Bayens
The Season 4 Boost uses my printed legs.
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"...few weeks ago my girlfriend left me-after six years-without a real explanation...it was devastating...I didn´t sleep and eat the first two days...but after few days I got an energy boost and start to change my life...I stopped watching tv and playing playstation...I started meditating almost every day...I am so grateful for my family and friends to hold my back...the only thing I can`t still handle is when I see photos from the past...I was so sure about marrying this girl..."
The Grade I Listed ruins of Glastonbury Abbey, in Glastonbury, Somerset.
The Saxons, who had been converted to Christianity, conquered the ancient county of Somerset in the 7th Century. Their King was Ine of Wessex, who was widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the history of the abbey. He was a local man who boosted the status and income of the abbey, and it is said that he put up a stone church, the base of which forms the west end of the nave.
This church was enlarged in the 10th century by the Abbot of Glastonbury, St. Dunstan, who became the Archbishop of Canterbury in 960. In 1066, the wealth of the abbey could not cushion the Saxon monks from the disruption caused by the foreign invasion and subsequent conquest of England by the Normans.
Skilled Norman craftspeople contributed much to the abbey by adding magnificent buildings to the existing Saxon Church. These were built to the east of the older church and away from the ancient cemetery. The Norman betterment of the abbey was extensive. In 1086, when the Domesday Book was commissioned to provide records and a census of life in England, Glastonbury Abbey was the richest monastery in the country.
The great Norman structures were consumed by fire in 1184 when many of the ancient treasures were destroyed. One story goes, that in order to raise extra funds from pilgrims to rebuild the abbey the monks, in 1191, dug to find King Arthur and his Queen Guinevere; and bones from two bodies were raised from a deep grave in, the cemetery on the south side of the Lady Chapel. These bones were reburied, much later, in 1278 within the Abbey Church, in a black marble tomb, in the presence of King Edward I.
When the monastic buildings were destroyed in the fire of 1184, the medieval monks needed to find a new place to worship. There is evidence that the 12th century nave was renovated and used for this purpose for almost 30 years, until some of the work was completed on the new church. The monks reconsecrated the Great Church and began services there on Christmas Day, 1213, most likely before it was entirely completed.
In the 14th century, as the head of the second wealthiest abbey in Britain (behind Westminster Abbey), the Abbot of Glastonbury lived in considerable splendour and wielded tremendous power. The main surviving example of this power and wealth is to be found in the Abbot's Kitchen - part of the magnificent Abbot's house begun by John de Breynton (1334-42). Privileged pilgrims might once have stayed in the abbey itself; excavations have disclosed a special apartment at the south end of the Abbot's house, erected for a visit from the English King, Henry VII.
In 1536, during the 27th year of the reign of Henry VIII, there were over 800 monasteries, nunneries and friaries in Britain. By 1541, there were none. More than 10,000 monks and nuns had been dispersed and the buildings had been seized by the Crown to be sold off or leased to new lay occupiers. Glastonbury Abbey was one of principal victims of this action by the King, during the social and religious upheaval known as the Dissolution of the Monasteries.
It's that time of year once again when my focus switches to boosting my archive photo albums.
This batch of photos are from my regular visits to the depots and towns served by Wilts & Dorset in the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s.
"Grays River Covered Bridge: History Preserved"
By Barb Swanson
Clatsop News
In the Naselle/Grays River communities, we have several historical landmarks that attract both local and out of town visitors. These landmarks help to boost our economy as they bring in tourists from all over Oregon, Washington and other states.
grays river covered bridge
One such landmark is the Grays River Covered Bridge. Most covered bridges are no longer standing, but this one remains as a dedicated piece of local history and a popular attraction, as well.
The Grays River Covered Bridge is a one-lane bridge in Washington’s western Wahkiakum County.
It was made from local timber in 1905 and is approximately 155 feet in length and 14 feet in width. It has a clearance of approximately 16 feet. It was built so that the local horse and wagon traffic could cross the river. In 1908, the bridge was covered to protect the expensive wooden trusses from weather damage. The roof of the bridge was originally built of cedar siding and tin.
The Grays River Covered Bridge is a one-lane bridge and is the only covered bridge still in use as a public highway in Washington State.
The Grays River Covered Bridge was added to the National Register of Historical Places in 1971. In 1988, the bridge received a major restoration and reconstruction. It was in disrepair and at risk of being torn down, so the local Finnish farming and logging families raised funds to restore it.
The cost was $295,980 and the new bridge included some steel beams with wood veneer to help it look original. The bridge was rededicated in 1989 for public use.
The bridge has been managed by the Grays River Grange since 2011. It was the site of a very popular Covered Bridge Festival and now is the site for a popular annual 4-H dinner and music event.
Tables with tablecloths are set up inside the bridge, local musicians are brought in and patrons are served a scrumptious dinner, usually provided by local farmers.
The local 4-H club organizes this event and brings in 4-H students to set up, serve the food and clean up after the event.
grays river covered bridge
The Grays River Grange is a local group of supporters who maintain the covered bridge.
Carol Ervest, a local 4-H leader, coordinator of the event, as well as a Grange member, was interviewed about the Covered Bridge dinner.
Ervest says they make sure that salmon is always on the menu, along with other locally sourced foods. The event usually features local fish, cheeses and vegetables, as well as local entertainment and a live auction.
Thousands of dollars are raised annually from this event, and the funds are used to provide scholarships for graduating 4-H members as well as to maintain the bridge by bringing in tourists and sponsors to the area.
The local Grange, a supporter of maintaining the bridge, is a national group established in 1867 with Grange groups in 37 states. This group helps to address the needs of the community. The local group has been involved in maintaining the local cemeteries, restoring the Grays River Covered Bridge and helping to develop the western Wahkiakum water system.
Esther Gregg, a longtime member of the Grays River Grange, says, “The Grange is really a standard bearer, and for years and years we have tried to live up to that. The Grange is a way to address the needs of the community. Many big ideas have started right here in this building.”
Krist Novoselic, Master of the Grays River Grange No. 124, adds, “I try to be positive and talk about ideas. Democracy is everybody’s business.”
grays river covered bridge
Travel across the 156-foot Grays River Covered Bridge. Photo credit: Barb Swanson
Novoselic is a famous bass player and co-founder of the band Nirvana. He lives in Deep River now and is a strong advocate for preserving and maintaining local landmarks.
He supports the maintenance of the Grays River Covered Bridge and has a great deal of respect for people, the environment and the small communities of Naselle, Deep River, Grays River and Rosburg. He and fellow Grange Hall members believe in maintaining and supporting all historical landmarks.
Novoselic has been a member of the Grange Hall since 2003 and enjoys staying connected with community. “It’s really about kindness,” explains Novoselic.
The Grange Hall has a mission to promote positive changes. Novoselic, Robert Pyle and Esther Gregg gave a presentation on stage at the local Wahkiakum County Fair to introduce the Grays River Grange and discuss its history with the community.
The Grays River Covered Bridge continues to be an important landmark in our community and will continue to serve as a treasured part of the history of Grays River, Washington.
clatsopnews.com/2017/12/08/grays-river-covered-bridge/
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For an abundance of photos of the bridge, click here:
www.loc.gov/resource/hhh.wa0299.photos?st=gallery
From the Library of Congress:
- Significance: Constructed in 1905, the 148-foot Howe truss Grays River Covered Bridge was the first vehicular bridge to span the Grays River. The bridge facilitated transportation of dairy and lumber products from western Wahkiakum County to the community of Grays River, located ca. 1.5 miles to the west, and to marketing and shipping centers at Grays Bay on the Columbia River to the southwest.
It is the oldest covered bridge in Washington State that is a functional part of a public highway system.
The bridge was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 23, 1971.
- Survey number: HAER WA-28
- Building/structure dates: 1905 Initial Construction
- Building/structure dates: 1908 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1915 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1988 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1939 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: after. 1940- before. 1950 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1952-1953 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1972 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1984 Subsequent Work
- Building/structure dates: 1987 Subsequent Work
- National Register of Historic Places NRIS Number: 71000880
Two Louisville & Indiana units creep forward while dumping ballast along the right-of-way, making improvements to its line between Louisville and Indianapolis.
This fig is rather unique; I made a completely new helmet design that wraps around the entire helmet. I was an interesting decal to design and apply and I think it looks great. I also utilized my new visor template. Until I sell out of my current stock of decals, the new visor template will not be sold. Comments and faves are appreciated!
Btw, this is for sale for 22$ plus shipping.
Bobby Ho's Lexus IS300, Houston, TX, 2011
It's been a little over 2 yrs since I've taken this shot. I wasn't happy with this set which is one of the reasons why I haven't been motivated to edit the set... My apologies to Bobby for taking so long on these photos.
Women in the Economy: Boosting Transition through Diversity
The Women in Business Panel delivered a rich debate and an exchange of ideas and experiences on how women empower the economy. The discussion explored the wider role in which women can contribute to the economy as well as in business, and how the economy can benefit from this. The topic builds upon last yearâs discussion, which debated the business case for greater gender diversity on management boards. It will look at questions such as, why women continue to face challenges in becoming key players in the corporate world; what is the net result of these challenges on businesses, the economy and society; and what measures should be taken by governments and the private sector to address the negative impacts that they have?
The Panel discussion was followed by an Award Ceremony which recognised three women from the Bank's countries of operation, whom have made outstanding contribution in the following categories: Entrepreneurship, Industry and Banking/FI.
Award Ceremony Sponsored by Bank of Georgia.
Moderator
Sally Bundock
Presenter, World Business Report, BBC World News
Speakers
Nezha Hayat
Chairperson and CEO of Sogelease, Société Générale Maroc group
Hreggvidur (Reggie) Jonsson
Chairman, Icelandic Chamber of Commerce
Júlia Király
Member of the Board, KBC Group NV
Alicja Kornasiewicz
Managing Director, Head of Poland and CEE, Morgan Stanley & Co International Limited
GIUSEPPE GRECO 2007
CANON EOS 400D SIGMA 10/20
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