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Wright Stuff: Racer Nation makes presence felt in Chapel Hill
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Racer Nation knows how to do a road trip. Racer fans clearly outnumbered Terp fans. Those of us who live in the MKY know that Racer Nation travels. We did it last year for the College World Series. We do it for Missouri Valley tournaments. We did it again for this game. Maryland fans had a mere 292 miles to drive four and a half hours down Interstate 95 and then I-85, virtually a straight shot. Murray, Kentucky to Chapel Hill, North Carolina, well.
A Guide to Cycling and Jazz Fest Bike Parking
Cycling and Jazz Fest Bike Parking Dear Jazz Fest: how we love your weekends and your revelry, but oh how we hate the traffic that it causes. Both Jazz Fest weekends and Mardi Gras are arguably the worst times to drive and/or park your car here in New Orleans. With Uber, taxis, and pedicabs, there are so many options not to drive that I really do question why anyone does it.
Brunei: A Tale of Soil and Oil
The icon indicates free access to the linked research on JSTOR. Untouched rainforest, stilt villages built over the river, no nightlife of which to speak, and not a drop of alcohol in sight; you could never accuse Brunei of being an overly boisterous destination. The peace that exists in this small sultanate, wedged into a corner of the island of Borneo, is down to its astonishing wealth, which is based on its vast oil reserves.
Working creatively with person-centred theory (CPCAB endorse...
Let's be honest, whilst it's incredibly important, theory can be a bit dry at times! This usually results in terms of understanding slipping our minds (more often when we most need it!) I am a person-centred counsellor and supervisor with training in creative counselling, and creativity has been my savour when remembering the ins and outs of everything from the seven stages to conditions of worth. Through this interactive workshop, I will use visualisation, analogy, imagery and, you guessed it...
The shadow garden: exploring hidden parts of the self.
During this workshop we will gently and carefully invite the shadow self to communicate with us through the use of creative tools. We will look at some theoretical work around the shadow and its Jungian origin and then use this understanding to take a peek into our minds with the use of grounding and visualisation in order to being the journey of giving our shadows the space and time that they deserve.
Wyrd Question Daze: Philippe Gerber and Mark Harris
Where did you come from and where are you going? Mark: I was born in Birmingham UK – even as a kid I was fascinated by experimental / electronic music – as a teen at school in the late 70’s and art college in the early 80’s my buddies were all listening to chart music, or Led Zeppelin et al. whilst I was listening to Stockhausen, Brian Eno, Free Jazz, Krautrock and Motorik.
Alaskans must act now to avoid the worst from COVID-19
Alaska’s emergency departments and hospitals are an inflection point. Now is the time we must take steps to slow the spread of COVID-19. If the health care system is overwhelmed, it would result in activation of “Crisis Standards of Care.” These predetermined standards provide hospitals a framework for deciding who to treat and who not to treat if they are not able to care for every patient.
Tourism in Future New Orleans: What’s Next for the French Quarter?
Writingan article a month before it will be published is difficult in an ordinary time; however, this year, we all know, is not ordinary. As of now, the pandemic is still raging in the media as the city's COVID-19 infection and death numbers thankfully drop. Who knows how the city and the country will be different as the summer heat gets put to sleep by our enthusiasm for dark liquor and hot gumbo? One thing is for sure: The times, they are a-changin'.
We’re the directors of Alaska’s emergency rooms. It’s time to shut down nonessential air travel.
An open letter to Gov.
Wyrd Daze Seven: an interview with Gareth Ryder-Hanrahan
Best experienced in the PDF zine The Gutter Prayer is quite possibly the most exciting and extraordinary fantasy novel of 2019, and is certainly a favourite for us here at Wyrd Daze. The city has always been. The city must finally end. When three thieves – an orphan, a ghoul, and a cursed man – are betrayed by the master of the thieves guild, their quest for revenge uncovers dark truths about their city and exposes a dangerous conspiracy, the seeds of which were sown long before they were born.
Wyrd Daze Seven: James Knight
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Westbank Treasures: Discovering Gretna
Tucked out of sight-and, in consequence, out of mind-from the upbeat and mildly chaotic downtown New Orleans, lies Gretna. exactly how her residents intended. In recent years, Gretna Fest has made its way into the public spotlight, but the city of Gretna itself remains a mystery to tourists and even to many New Orleanians. On a work errand, I found myself in Gretna's riverfront square.
Assessing and treating obsessive compulsive disorder in practice
Practice NursingVol. 30, No. 4 Clinical Andy Young Abstract Health professionals in primary care may be the first to notice or hear of patients who are experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder.
Seven Things For Non-Football Fans
As New Orleanians, we wear our badge of “Summer Heat Bearer” proudly to out-of-towners. The oppressive humidity keeps us damp from the end of April until the beginning of October. Secretly, however, we all look forward to fall. The first breeze of cooler air straightens our backs and brings a smirk across our faces. We stared into the eyes of summer’s fire and emerged to the rewards of autumn. We all know the city lives and dies by Saints season.
Getting Campy: Beach Campsites for Summer
The elements of a summertime favorite cocktail, the margarita, are simple: tequila, salt, lime, Cointreau. So, too, are the elements of summer’s favorite camping environment, the beach: salt, water, sand, sun. When the outdoors is seemingly the very last place you want to be, don’t be afraid to branch out and hit the beach. Instead of a simple afternoon nap on the sand, beach camping is made for some well-rounded R&R.
A Local's Life:
We all wish we knew more about certain topics. We wish we were suave like James Bond and had a running knowledge to infiltrate any conversation. Life, however, has separated us into two categories: those who “know”—and I mean REALLY know—wine, and the rest of us. Most of us are completely “new” to wine, but are good sports about learning more about it.
My Girlfriend and I Don’t Share Clothes - or Health and Beauty Products
There are lots of stereotypes that come up when people find out you are a woman in a relationship with another woman. Commonly heard: “Oh, that’s so nice! I bet your wardrobe doubles.” “Man, is getting dressed up to go out way more fun?” These questions and statements, however, are factually incorrect. My girlfriend and I are entirely different people, just like most individuals in relationships. We fight over who used up all the butter or who has to take out the trash.
A Local's Life: How Two New Orleanians Pump Life Into the Night
New Orleans is a city of unabashed playfulness and walking the edge of life, whatever edge that may be for you. Daytime is known as the time when light shines down and illuminates it all. You can see the old beads and bottles lining the gutters. You smell the street cleaner mixing up dirt, grime, and the morning humidity. Daytime is for color and parades and eating and music. Then again, here in New Orleans, that all happens at night as well.
Wyrd Daze One
Greetings Wyrdians, and welcome to a new era of Wyrd Daze! Click the link below for free access to this issue. (a PDF and an mp3) The cover art for this issue was provided by The Implicit Order – there are more haunting images like the one below to be found inside… The Phoenix Guide to Strange England: Hookland by David Southwell returns, and there’s also a Hookland wordsearch, a “Where’s C. L. Nolan” game, and some classic quotes and writing extracts from C. L. Nolan as well.
You Better Belize It!
As a city known for its history of multi-flag reign, New Orleans can share their transitional spirit with Belize. When the Big Easy starts to feel the biting cold of a wet winter it’s time to look south. There’s nothing like time spent in a tropical paradise where the water is crystal clear turquoise, the food is delicious, and the people friendly. As a New Orleanian, you can transplant yourself into Central America very easily.
How Journalism Educators Can Flip the Script with a Professional Summer Internship - MediaShift
When students return to classrooms from their internships, they bring back new ideas and new skills. It’s the same for professors who choose to return to a newsroom for part of their summer. This summer marked the second time that I have returned to a newsroom since leaving in 2009 to finish my graduate degree and begin teaching.
Bring On the Heat!: Top Cocktails To Keep Cool In the Summertime Warmth
Some hate it, some love it, others merely tolerate the lazy heat waves that bounce off every object from April to October. But there is no better time for New Orleanians to sip savory cocktails and relish in the heat. Personally, I love the heat, but it can slow you down. My adventures naturally steer towards water environments where a quick cooling swim is only a few feet away. Camping can get tricky with the obscene number of rude mosquitos, so traveling to other destinations may be on the agenda.
Huntsville, AL: A City of Arts and Science
Huntsville, Alabama: a budget getaway with two worlds to offer. New restaurants and more breweries than anywhere else in the state of Alabama. Not bad for a city that was home to only 15,000 people before NASA moved its scientists, manufacturing, and tests there. Reaching Huntsville is now easier with GLO Airlines, a New Orleans-based company with flights that are almost like taking a private jet. Huntsville is perfect for weekend getaways.
Big Ideas From BEA 2017 on Podcasting, Live Streaming, Google Tools
Educators and professionals who attended the Broadcast Education Association’s annual convention last month failed the “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” test. Even before boarding their flight home, educators jotted down lesson plans for the waning weeks of the semester and started experimenting with new apps or software to try and master over the summer. If you missed the conference, here’s a recap of some of BEA’s big ideas.
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