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At one point we all hopped out of the raft, and just let the lazy river current carry us along with its flow. And after 3 hours of paddling it's exactly what ya wanna do, may I say.
currently home for a crop of dessicated grass, the greenhouse holds promise for some early spring veggies
May 29, 2023 - "The skyline of downtown Columbus has been transformed with this monumental artwork by internationally recognized sculptor Janet Echelman. "Current" is a stunning, ephemeral, sky-high sculpture that will inspire wonder and imagination in all who see it. As it dances gracefully in the wind, this awe-inspiring work of art will become an emblem of Columbus’ culture and innovation.
The design and installation of "Current" was funded by Jeff Edwards. He has graciously donated the work to the Museum. We will oversee the care and maintenance of the sculpture as part of our permanent collection." Previous description of "Current" from a Facebook post by the Columbus Museum of Art.
Article about "Current" including its mean can be found here: dispatch-oh.newsmemory.com/?publink=04d385aae_134abf4
Against The Current performs live at Soundstage in Baltimore, Maryland.
November 22nd, 2016
Photo © Terry Dobbins 2016
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Name: Ayers, James (Also Called Kawata, James and Enou [The Judge])
Race: Empowered Human (Male)
Sexual Preference: Bisexual
Occupation: College Student, Renegade, Reformed Street Gang Leader
Current Location: (Unknown, presumably earth)
Origin: Trinidad, Colorado, Earth
Approach-ability - Very approachable [Available for anyone; modern fantasy setting]
Some Background History if you care,
Josaline Ayers died at 1:22 p.m. at the age of 18, due to what is recorded as 'complications' at birth in Trinidad, Colorado. Unexplainable seizures claimed her life and it was all that the doctors could do was to preserve the life of her son. As an already unwanted child, James (named by the orphanage) was placed in Hope Foundation Orphanage where he met Robert Wilkins after an 'incident' at the age of four resulting in the near death of another orphan. Ironically, after this 'incident' James was adopted by unknowing parents in Osaka, Japan no less.
Through his elementary and middle school years, James was called Kawata James; however after numerous 'problems' during his school years where he was bounced around from middle-school to middle-school he was finally enrolled in Zankoku Koukou under his original birth name Ayers James in the hope that his school record would not follow him to his new life as a high-school student.
During his middle-school years, he fell into the 'wrong crowd' when rumors of his 'ability' began to circulate. At first, he would be convinced to only use it on store clerks so that he and his "friends" could steal candy, gum, food etc. But this escalated very quickly, soon his "friends" were pressuring him to put girls "to sleep" for a little while so that they (the friends) could rape the girls. Because of this, James fell into 'accomplice' to many crimes. Eventually, this ability caught the eye of a local gang who would further this by threatening him, claiming they would kill his parents if he did not comply.
Eventually, he did 'kill' one of the gang leaders by strangulation (with both hands) but was acquitted of the charge. The the autopsy revealed that the man died of heart failure (due to prolonged seizures) rather than suffocation. After this, for his own 'protection' his foster parents filed for him to attend college in America. In reality, they were afraid of him.
"GTS" (Go To Sleep) Refers to an ability named after a 'finishing move' on a popular sports entertainment show.
Metabolism Manipulation:
Robert Wilkins - Pediatrician's Analysis (age 4) - Upon direct, skin to skin contact James Ayers' left and right sides of his body exude different effects on the metabolism of whatever he is touching. The effects are recorded as applicable on on all living tissue, not just human contact. Other mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians also exhibit the effects of the phenomenon when 'touched'. Plants were also recorded as wilting when 'touched' by either side, though actual metabolic data on plants is difficult to process as it is not my field of expertise. It is recommended that, until blood and tissue samples can be analyzed that Jay wear long sleeved shirts, long pants, shoes and gloves at all times. Ensure that all care-takers are made known of James' condition.
Left Hand of God - When any portion of James Ayers' left side makes direct contact with living tissue, the metabolism of that entity begins to drop on a exponential scale based both on the area of contact and time elapsed since contact began.
During the first minute or so, the subject feels 'tired' as the body begins to slow down its metabolic rate. Following this for the next four minutes, the subject will become slightly cooler, with its resting body temperature dropping about a half to full degree kelvin as though it were preparing for sleep. In the test lab mice, after the next minute a comatose state was recorded, it is estimated (based on relative body size) that it would take approximately ten minutes for a full grown human to fall into the coma. Death is expected to follow soon after this if James remains in contact with the organism.
Right Hand of the Devil - When any portion of James Ayers' right side makes direct contact with living tissue, the metabolism of that entity begins to rise at an exponential rate, again based both on the area of contact and the time elapsed since contact began.
During the first minute or so, the subject grows more alert of its surroundings and appears more 'awake' than its resting state; it is comparative to having performed at least fifteen to twenty minutes of vigorous exercise. Following this, for the next four minutes, the subject grows warmer, presumably due to increased heart rate, blood flow and nervous impulse. Some cinder-like markings are seen at the point of contact during this time, perhaps where the living tissue has consumed itself with the constantly increasing metabolic rate. Granted that the subject is poikilothermic or even a homeothermic animal in a hot environment, the organism will expire due to break down of internal hormonal and enzymatic systems as both of these become denatured. If the subject is kept cool enough, a curious phenomena occurs where over the period of an hour; the subject will literally consume itself and die of starvation.
The effects of either side's 'touch' does wane with time if contact is broken. This is best done within the first minute if possible to have the least drastic side-effects on the contactee.
Warning and Further Notes - James Ayers should never make contact with a human being with both sides of his body simultaneously. It is my belief as his doctor that this was the cause of his birth-mother's complications during birth. Because his strange 'ability' works by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system with the right side of his body and stimulating the para-sympathetic nervous system with the left side of his body; the attempt to stimulate both simultaneously (which would be the result of both sides of his body becoming in direct contact at the same time) may result in serious seizures as the body would be working antagonistically against itself.
Starting from the left: Whole rosehips, lavender tea, gold rush, apple pomegranate roobios,
2nd Row: Mint with lavender and rosehips, Peach giner black tea, White Early Gray tea
I was about 3 feet from this big kid. That's as close as I'd ever want to be! They are about 4 years old now. They aren't fully mature -and over twice their current weight!- until around 10 years old.
Currently the Red Cross Buidling, but it looks like an old hospital or aid station dating back to the WWI era.
U.S. Air Force basic military graduation and coining ceremony is held July 16, 2020, for the 433rd Training Squadron at the Pfingston Reception Centeron on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Due to current world events, the graduation ceremonies will be closed to the public until further notice for safety and security of the newly accessioned Airmen and their family members due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Currently, my worry is finding a place to live or somebody to share the current place I live in. I thought that sad self-picture as the image of what could be a homeless working from home using famous wifi provider. Technically, background is slightly under exposed and my face is lit by a remote triggered flash with faktum modifier hidden on the laptop keyboard. The rain was not planned but added intensity to the desired affect.
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Mon souci actuel est de trouver un endroit pour vivre ou de partager l'endroit où j'habite actuellement. J'ai pensé à ce triste auto-portrait comme ce que pourrait être un télé-travailleur sans domicile fixe utilisant une célèbre source de wifi. Techniquement, le fond est légèrement sous-exposé and mon visage est éclairé par un flash équipé d'un modificateur faktum déclenché à distance caché sur la clavier de l'ordinateur portable. La pluie, n'était pas prévue mais a intensifié l'effet voulu.
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Mi preocupación del momento es de encontrar un lugar donde vivir o de compartir el que ocupo ahora. Pensé en este triste autorretrato como la imagen de lo que sería un tele-trabajador sin domicilio fijo trabajando mediante la conexión de un famoso proveedor de wifi. Técnicamente, el fondo de la imagen está ligeramente sobreexpuesto y mi cara está iluminada por un flash equipado de un modificador faktum activado a distancia escondido en el teclado del portátil. La lluvia no estaba planeada, pero intensifica el efecto deseado.
Currently disappearing from the shelves of Wilkinsons at an alarming rate are the twin packs which contain these sensational Leyland Titan buses ;-p
One can never have too many British Leyland models in their collection and these fit the bill perfectly. Made for/by HTI, they seem to be one of only very very few pocket money bus models left on sale here in the UK. Its probably about time Corgi introduce something along these lines but using a modern licensed vehicle. Part of a 2 vehicle set. Mint and boxed.
Current state of the bridge that Taylor would have had to cross if she took the 398 route through Minato.
I was running a "proper" version of 1.1.4 for a while, but couldn't resist jailbreaking it again, now that ZiPhone makes it so easy. :) Oh MobileCast and MobileScrobbler, how I've missed you!
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(at least by the younger crowd) is to wear short shorts (or short skirts) knee boots (or knee socks) and sometimes tights. did i mention is was pretty cold? they didnt seem to mind. i snapped this outside the shinjuku train station.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
HMS Victory
is currently undergoing a period of restoration and visitors have the unique opportunity to witness the process taking place on the oldest commissioned warship in the world and a proud memorial to Vice Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, Britain's greatest Naval hero and his stunning victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.
Her topmasts and rigging have been struck, or taken down, and her planking is under investigation. This is nothing unusual as wooden ships like Victory needed constant care and attention from the day they were launched. These repairs are simply the latest in a long tradition of regular upkeep.
The last time HMS Victory was seen without her top masts was back in 1944, so this really is a once in a life time opportunity to see HMS Victory under-going such extreme maintenance. Interestingly, with her topmasts down, Victory will look much as she did after the Battle of Trafalgar when she had to be towed to Gibraltar for repairs.”
HMS Warrior 1860 is still afloat in Portsmouth Harbour! Come and experience:-
• The world’s first iron-hulled, armoured warship powered by steam as well as sail.
• The only surviving member of Queen Victoria’s Black Battle Fleet.
• Four vast decks and feel what life was like as a Victorian sailor onboard a 19th century warship.
• The recently opened sick berth, as seen on BBC1's National Treasures Live!
The Mary Rose Story
has intrigued for centuries. Since Henry VIII watched, in vain, as his favourite ship sank in front of him taking hundreds of the crew to a tragic end, through the quest to find, excavate, raise and ultimately save her for the nation - the story of Mary Rose continues to thrill.
Action Stations brings the modern Royal Navy to you, our visitors.
The National Museum of the Royal Navy is one of the country’s leading maritime museums.
May 29, 2023 - "The skyline of downtown Columbus has been transformed with this monumental artwork by internationally recognized sculptor Janet Echelman. "Current" is a stunning, ephemeral, sky-high sculpture that will inspire wonder and imagination in all who see it. As it dances gracefully in the wind, this awe-inspiring work of art will become an emblem of Columbus’ culture and innovation.
The design and installation of "Current" was funded by Jeff Edwards. He has graciously donated the work to the Museum. We will oversee the care and maintenance of the sculpture as part of our permanent collection." Previous description of "Current" from a Facebook post by the Columbus Museum of Art.
Article about "Current" including its mean can be found here: dispatch-oh.newsmemory.com/?publink=04d385aae_134abf4
Currently only 2 of these streetdecks converted to electric so far the other being in Leicester me and my mate was lucky to get on this as its not been out since and is now on loan to First Greater Glasgow to help cover for shortage of buses. I really like this bus the back seats are different though with only 3 seats instead of 2 at each side not sure why they have done this but its not bad i’m looking forward to more of these coming soon
We made our annual trip to London in November. We travel down by coach from Slaithwaite and stay at The Cumberland Hotel at Marble Arch. It’s actually a weekend ladies shopping trip that is run as a fundraiser for Slaithwaite Brass Band – I’m the only bloke that goes every year! We decided ( the two of us) to stay down in London until Thursday this time as we wanted to see weekday London and be able to explore a bit further afield on foot. We covered up to 16 miles a day, which is tough going on crowded pavements with hundreds of busy roads to cross. I photographed anything that looked interesting but I bent a contact in the CF card slot, fortunately I had quite a few SD cards with me and the 5D has dual slots so I was able to carry on using it. It’s currently at Lehmann’s getting fixed.
With it being close to Christmas the decorations are up everywhere so there was plenty of colour at night. In Hyde Park the Winter Wonderland was in full swing, we’ve never bothered going to it before but I went twice at night this time. It is massive this year, I couldn’t get over how big it is and the quality of some of the attractions. The cost and effort involved must be phenomenal – it was quite expensive though. It was very difficult to photograph, with extremes of light (LED’s) and darkness and fast moving rides into the bargain. I think I have some decent usable stuff but at the time of writing I am only part way through the editing process so I don’t know for sure.
We set off at around 8.15 am every day and stayed out for at least 12 hours. The weather was poor for a day and a half with drizzle and very dull grey conditions, fortunately we had some pleasant weather (and light) along the way as well. Being based at the end of Oxford Street – Europe’s busiest shopping street – meant that I did quite a bit of night shooting on there. Although I carried a tripod everywhere I only used it once and that was during the day! Because there is always a moving element in almost every shot it seemed pointless using a tripod. I would have got some shots free of movement – or I could have gone for ultra-long exposures to eliminate people and traffic but it would have been problematic I felt. In the end I wound the ISO up and hand held – fingers crossed.
We walked out to Camden Market and Locks but it had been raining and we were a bit early as many were only just setting up for the day. We tried to follow routes that we hadn’t used before and visit new places. We paid a fortune to get in St Pauls but you can’t use cameras. This something that I fail to see the point of, ban flash if you want but if you are going to encourage tourism why ban cameras when there is nothing in particular happening in there. It’s a rule that seems to be applied arbitrarily in cities around the world. Fortunately we could take photos from the outside of the dome, which was real reason for visiting, and we had some great light. Expensive compared with a couple of euros in some famous cathedrals. I’ve wanted to walk to Canary Wharf for a number of years and this year we did. We crisscrossed the Thames a few times and tried to follow the Thames path at other times. We covered around ten miles but it was an interesting day. It was also very quiet for the last four or five miles. We got there about 12.00 and managed to get a sandwich in a café in the shopping centre at the foot of the high rise office blocks before tens of thousands of office workers descended from above. It was mayhem, packed, with snaking queues for anywhere that sold food. We crossed to the other side of The Isle of Dogs and looked across to the O2 Arena and the cable car, unfortunately there isn’t a way across for pedestrians and it was around 3.00 pm. With darkness falling at around 4.30 we decide it was too late to bother. We made our way back to the Thames Clipper pier to check the sailing times. They sail every twenty minutes so we had a couple of glasses of wine and a rest before catching the Clipper. Sailing on the Thames was a first in 15 trips to London. The Clipper is fast and smooth, the lights had come on in the city and there was a fantastic moon rise. It was nigh on impossible to get good shots at the speed we were traveling though and there were times that I wished I could be suspended motionless above the boat. Again, hopefully I will have some usable shots.
We felt that the shopping streets were a little quieter, following the Paris massacre it was to be expected, I might be wrong as we were out and about at later times than previous trips. I think I have heard that footfall is down though. It was good to get into some of the quieter backstreets and conversely to be stuck in the city business district – The Square Mile- at home time. A mass exodus of people running and speed walking to bus stops and the rail and tube stations. It was difficult to move against or across the flow of bodies rushing home.
Whilst the Northern(manufacturing) economy is collapsing, London is a giant development site, it must be the tower crane capital of Europe at the moment. It was difficult to take a shot of any landmark free of cranes, it was easier to make the cranes a feature of the photo. It’s easy to see where the wealth is concentrated – not that there was ever any doubt about it. The morons with too much money are still driving their Lambo’s and Ferraris etc. like clowns in streets that are packed with cars , cyclists and pedestrians, accelerating viciously and noisily for 50 yards. They are just sad attention seekers. From Battersea to Canary Wharf we walked the Thames Embankment, the difference between high and low tide on the river is massive, but the water was the colour of mud – brown! Not very attractive in colour. We caught a Virgin Train from Kings Cross for £14.00 each – a bargain!. We had quite a bit of time to kill around midday at Kings Cross so I checked with security that I was OK to wander around taking photos, without fear of getting jumped by armed security, and set off to photograph the station and St Pancras International Station across the road. I haven’t even looked at the results as I type this but I’ll find out if they are any good shortly. Talking of security, following Paris, there was certainly plenty of private security at most attractions, I don’t know if it was terrorism related though, I can’t say I noticed an increased police presence on the streets. It took us three hours and five minutes from Kings Cross to being back home, not bad for a journey of 200 miles. I can’t imagine that spending countless billions on HS2 or HS3 is going to make a meaningful (cost effective) difference to our journey. Improving what we have, a little faster, would be good. There are some bumpy bits along the route for a mainline and Wakefield to Huddersfield is the equivalent of a cart track – and takes over 30 minutes – it’s only a stone’s throw.
Currently 'training' myself to enjoy the view and not to reach for my phone to check FB/news/emails/etc while drinking that first cup of coffee...
My current book, Against The Day, by Thomas Pynchon seen here with some lighter diversions. At 1085 convoluted pages this book is a chore but hopefully worth it. This was the first Pynchon novel in ten years but he has a new novel coming out in August: Inherent Vice.
Messy painted plan for my current mosaic backsplash project.
It has a ragged edge and the copper bands will break free of the backsplash and go off onto the wall.
This part is about 4.5 ft long, 14" high. Caramel, gold, copper, bronze/brown and blue agate slices for materials.
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Naval War College Current Strategy Forum: Energy and US National Security Vulnerability and Opportunity
As the Ulua river rose beyond it's banks just outside of La Lima Honduras, many had to set up temporary housing with their few possessions in the median between two highways. Red Cross has been assisting with water, food and minimal shelter.
Current tenant here is Felicity Mara
meet the artist....
schoolofpainting.co.uk/meet-our-tutors/felicity-mara/
My visit was fleeting but I was totally intoxicated by the sense of place, by the splashes and shadows of art...a natural visual archeology on the walls, the floors..literally soaking into the revamped fabric of the place...timbers steeped in the old used colour and the scent of painters.... in most art galleries I find the building more interesting than the art they contain - here the buildings becomes part of the art....the old windows are the real frames of mood, tone and colour... the artists the enthusiatic custodians....
"On the edge of Porthmeor Beach, this atmospheric, Grade II listed building, has been an inspiring workspace for artists for over a century. Today, the School of Painting operates out of two of the studios while the Tate Gallery has historically run a residency programme in Studio 5. The remaining studios are rented out to local and national artists. Meanwhile, twelve boats continue to work out of the fishermen’s cellars lying beneath the studios.
Today, more studio space has been provided by the division of the old studios; floor length windows look out over the plane of sand to the rolling waves; and refurbished skylights bask the studios in natural light. A new lift has improved access, corridors have been revamped with panels of Cornish pine and an exhibition space for the public has been created." .....for more read at.....