![]() However, the plague did not vanish after the ritual. Following this, all those except her sister died from the plague or insanity, seemingly in response to Yuuko's dying wish. Finally in anger, she demanded that if she was a sacrifice then the gods should grant her last request which that all those related to her murder would die. Initially only scared and sad, Yuuko began to slowly die due to lack of food, water and her injury. Only after the ritual did the people, including her sister, realize what they had done, but they did not repent and left her there to die. There, they performed the ritual and threw Yuuko down to the shrine and to prevent her from escaping, they broke one of her legs and nailed the door shut. So, with a group of people, Yuuko's sister pretended as if she was kidnapped for the sacrifice and lured Yuuko back to the school (under the school was the shrine which could be accessed through a secret door). However, Yuuko's sister was so influenced by the people, she believed them to be right. To avoid choosing, he planned on leaving the town for a time. Also the only way to lift this curse was for Yuuko's father, the Priest at the time, to sacrifice that who was closest to him which was one of his daughters. Due to this the townspeople became very antagonistic towards the Kanoe family. According to popular belief, the plague was caused by the gods as The Kanoe family who was supposed to perform a certain ritual for the gods, had neglected their duties. ![]() At this point Yuuko decides to accept her shadow half and she tells Teiichi her reason for remaining on earth 60 years ago there was a plague in the town. When they discover 6 of the seven mysteries, Yuuko's sister (now, an old woman) reveals that there were only ever 6: the Seventh one mystery never existed. If she can accept this part of her, she can remember why she still is trapped as a ghost, i.e. It is discovered that Yuuko has no memories as she forced her entire reason for existing into another dark form referred to as "Shadow Yuuko". Throughout the story, Teiichi and Yuuko discover the truth about these ghost stories while helping those who are troubled. Teiichi then decides to investigate her death by looking through the school's seven mysteries revolving around her. When he gets lost in one of the school's old buildings, he meets a girl named Yuuko Kanoe who reveals herself as a ghost with no memories. The story revolves around a first-year middle school student, Teiichi Niiya who had just enrolled at Seikyou Private Academy. One can see them only if believing in the ghost's existence - but depending on one's expectations and knowledge, what they see will vary greatly: from Yuuko's true form (as she sees herself and was before she died) to a demonic entity. In the series, a 'Ghost' is formed from the person's regrets while they were alive. Since her body and regrets are tied to the school, she is unable to leave the school grounds even if she wanted to. The School was built over an old shrine, which is where Yuuko died. Many of them overlap and mix with each other, resulting in an unintentional maze-like structure, within which the untrained can easily lose their way. The story takes place at Seikyou Private Academy: an extremely old school with several buildings, each built at different points in history without care for the existing architecture.
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Twenty-five percent unemployment, no safety net, widespread hunger and hopelessness - a soul-crushing trauma that scarred the psyche of the greatest generation more than World War II. Of course, the economic catastrophe of the Great Depression was the main cause of the rush to the exists, a prolonged convalescence for which not even FDR could fast-track a vaccine. ![]() The Long Shadow of Antitrust Targets From Hollywood's Golden Ageīy way of perspective and maybe solace, it is worth remembering that the present emergency is not the first time that exhibitors have been beset by a sickening plague and a hot new media rival. In the nadir of the Great Depression, a flatlined economy and the siren call of radio had audiences deserting theaters in droves. It was the movie house version of a bank run, only the customers were running away from the venues. ![]() Among motion picture exhibitors, there is a gnawing sense that the defection may be permanent, that the full houses and packed concession stands of the world before March 2020 may never be seen again at the same levels. At times last year, domestic revenue was down 40 percent from pre-pandemic 2019. The first virus has lifted but the second seems to have converted a huge slice of a once-loyal demo to the homebody comforts of digital streaming. ![]() Whether at the repertory house or the multiplex, box office has not yet rebounded from the one-two punch of COVID-19 and Roku. The exhibition end of the motion picture business - where moviegoers go when they leave their domiciles and travel thorough geographical space for a communal, in-person experience before a big screen - is in trouble. ![]() Ultimately, he prepares us to faithfully and patiently endure trials by living with a heavenly mindset. Moreover, James encourages us to practice patience, to “establish your hearts for the coming of the Lord” (5:8). We know that God will equip us with all that we need to endure (v.5-8), and that there is reward waiting in heaven when we have finished the race (v.12). But we can trust that our faithful perseverance in the face of adversity is actually a part of becoming more like Christ (v.4). And in all likelihood, more upheaval is on the horizon.īecause hard times are a given in life, and because our students have already been forced to reckon with things that challenge most adults, James’ instruction on trials is especially pertinent to young people. Though it’s hard to appreciate the short and long-term ramifications of these life-altering trials, perhaps more than any living generation, students today have been battle-tested. ![]() They’ve endured a gauntlet that has included a pandemic, racial injustice, quarantine, a divided nation, economic downturn, a rising death toll, a bizarre election season, a draining school year, and so much more. In the past sixteen months alone, our students have gone through the wringer. when you meet trials), and his audience was all too familiar with living amidst persecution and poverty. As Christians, facing trials is not optional (i.e. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1:2-4)īy design, James begins and ends his letter by offering hope and encouragement in the midst of trials. ![]() “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. However, as a book written to Christians struggling with internal divisions in the midst of a hostile culture, James is chock full of wisdom for students. Given this balancing act between works and grace (more on that later), the wide array of subjects addressed, and James’ tendency to be blunt-the ESV Study Bible notes that “there are over 50 imperatives in the book’s 108 verses”-James can be an intimidating book to tackle. While James does place significant emphasis on works accompanying or reflecting faith, he remains true to the heart of the gospel of grace. Addressed to Christians scattered across the Mediterranean, James-one of the pillars of the early church and the brother of Jesus, no less-wrote what has been called the “Proverbs of the New Testament,” a letter littered with practical wisdom and instruction for Christian living. Spoiler Alert: not only has the book of James persevered as an integral letter in the New Testament, but it remains one of the most pragmatic and relevant books of the Bible. Now, normally, I am not one to contradict Martin Luther, but in this case, I can’t help but push back, with a few hundred years of scholarship on my side. Martin Luther famously ranted, “St James’ epistle is really an epistle of straw, compared to these others, for it has nothing of the nature of the Gospel about it.” Yikes. Whether you’re a parent who wants to study the Bible with your family, or a youth minister looking for curriculum for your small groups, large groups, or Sunday school teaching, we’ve built this flexible curriculum to help you disciple the teenagers in your life. ![]() In addition to the curriculum already available, now you will find six new offerings: Genesis, Exodus, James, 1 Peter, 123 John, and Jude. We are excited to announce the release of new curriculum on Rooted Reservoir this summer. ![]() We arrived on Friday afternoon at 1:30 and had to wait, “in line” (behind 2 other cars), for about 25 minutes before someone left and we could park. We had read that parking is tight and on weekends it is mandatory to arrive early if you want a space. Lot #5 is the southern most parking lot in this section of the park and is the only clothing optional area (nude beach) in the park. Lot #5 Beach, Apollo Beach, Canaveral National Seashore Things to Know About Lot #5 We didn’t stop at the Welcome Center or visit any of the other parking areas/boardwalks – we had places to go and sun to seek! Therefore, I cannot offer a good review of the entire park, but this webpage has a very nice review of the Apollo Beach area of the park. Playlinda is accessible only through Titusville and the clothing optional area is located in the northernmost parking area – lot 13. (Currently Lot #4 is under repair and is not being used.) (Your $20 admission grants you access to the park for 7 days.) The park here is about 6 miles long and includes five parking areas about a mile apart. Admission is $20 per vehicle or $40 for an annual pass. A1A “dead ends” here and continues in the southern portion of the park, Playalinda. Apollo Beach is the northern section of Canaveral National Seashore, in Volusia County, and is only accessible via A1A through New Smyrna Beach. After we reviewed our choices, we decided to rent a condo in New Smyrna Beach and visit Apollo Beach in Canaveral National Seashore.Īpollo Beach, Canaveral National Seashore – New Smyrna Beach Entrance Our Review Canaveral National SeashoreĬanaveral National Seashore spans both Volusia and Brevard counties on the east coast of Florida. According to the information we read, Apollo Beach seems to be less crowded than its southern counterpart, Playalinda. Both beaches have “clothing optional” areas (lot #5 at Apollo and lot #13 at Playalinda) meaning there may or may not be nude people there. ![]() The park is located north of Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center and south of Daytona in New Smyrna Beach about a 3 hour drive from Tampa. Two out of the four beaches that allow nudity, Apollo Beach – Lot #5 and Playalinda Beach – Lot #13 are located in the Canaveral National Seashore (I couldn’t find any official information about the nude areas on the National Park Service website). There are four official nude beaches, or clothing-optional beaches, all on the east coast. And YES! We’re naked! Nude beaches in FloridaĪ few months ago we researched nude beaches in Florida. The answer? A nude beach!! YES! That’s us. But where could we go and what could we do that would feel like, at least a little bit, of a “naughty” mini-vacation? A challenge for four lifestyle adults who are still very Covid conscious and aren’t playing with other people yet outside of our bubble. No kids, no pets, no housework, no yardwork, no responsibilities. READ: All aboard: Ride SunRail for free this SaturdayĬlick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.Last weekend we all just wanted to get away. In addition to Boardwalk 13, Canaveral National Seashore may open one more before weekend crowds return. ![]() The Canaveral National Seashore has made reopening Boardwalk 13 a priority, and it could happen as soon as Saturday. There is no federal law against simple nudity on any federal land. That includes Boardwalk 13, which is traditionally used by nude sunbathers. READ: New Smyrna Beach curfew: Who does it affect? What are the times & fines?ĭue to damage from Hurricane Nicole, there is no access to any of the boardwalks north of Boardwalk 7. “There were some just on the other side of our tent, and just nudists walking all the way through and in front of kids.” “There’s obviously lots of families with kids that are on the beach,” he said. “You get down there, and it’s completely full of nudists.”ĭonaldson and his wife headed south, but the nude sunbathers drifted south. “It’s a pretty long walkway,” beach visitor Daniel Donaldson said. READ: Breeze Airways adds 4 new routes from Orlando International Airport However, a Brevard County couple said there was no warning for what they encountered closer to Boardwalk 5 last weekend. Now, the park service is working to resolve the issue.Ī sign at Playalinda Beach advises beachgoers they may encounter nude sunbathing within Boardwalk 13. > STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<īut Hurricane Nicole damaged or destroyed most of the beach access on the north part, and that’s led to some unexpected encounters. Until recently, they’ve mostly managed to keep to themselves. Playalinda Beach at Canaveral National Seashore has had nude sunbathers for some time. ![]() For more than four decades, Subaru has been committed to the boxer engine because of the many advantages it affords, which we’ll dive into later. Because the movement is in opposition to one another, they counterbalance each other, resulting in a more balanced and smooth ride. The movement of these pistons look like boxers throwing punches, which is how the engine name came to be. The boxer engine features pistons that move toward each other in a horizontal fashion. The exception to this is the EN engine series, which is used in the Subaru Kei cars and trucks (Japanese mini cars and trucks). All of Subaru’s four-cylinder engines are liquid-cooled horizontally opposed boxer four-stroke engines, which the automaker has been making for more than 40 years. The Automaker’s Commitment to the Subaru Boxer EngineĪlmost exclusively, Subaru has chosen to outfit its vehicles with boxer engines. ![]() So, if you happen to be in the market for a used Subaru, you’ll know what to watch for. Plus, we’ll see if we can identify the most reliable Subaru engine. In this blog we’ll look at the most common Subaru engine problems and check out the Subaru 2.5 boxer engine reliability. It ranked number one, with a 61.5% loyalty rating.ĭespite Subaru being well loved, it has faced a some nagging issues over the past few years, to include some big-ticket (and pricey) repair issues such as problems with its CVT transmission and Subaru’s engine problems. Power to see which auto brands have the most loyal following, you guessed it, Subaru was at the top. They are also affordable and quite good looking too. Subaru has a big brand following because they produce reliable cars that are safe and last a long time. ![]() It appeals to many types of consumers and even the four legged kind who can have some serious influence over their owners. Subaru Engine Problems You Should Know About if You’re Shopping for a Used One To all of you who’re interested in making music, you can now have your recorded singings and brilliantly edited audio properly exported using FL Studio Mobile. ![]() Feel free to have fun with the awesome music experiences as you progress.įind out more about the awesome music app with our complete reviews. The useful and effective features in FL Studio Mobile will help you easily finalize your world with great results. Use it to edit and refine any piece of your recorded audio or singing. Now, Android users can have fun with their exciting music experiences as they fully dive into the awesome music making and audio editing features that the app has to offer.Įnjoy yourself with the simple and intuitive music app of FL Studio Mobile as you have fun with the interesting in-app features. That being said, the awesome app from Image-Line will complete your ultimate music maker collection with the famous Voloco and Groovepad. Import and export audio in varied formatsįor those of you who’re looking for a capable mobile app to finalize your amazing pieces of singing or mixtape, you can now put your trust in FL Studio Mobile.Make uses of the available audio effects. ![]()
Green peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomato, spinach, jalapeñosīacon, ham, sausage, chicken, avocado CHEESESĪmerican, Swiss, provolone, cheddar, pepper jack, feta MAKE IT THE BEST – choose 5 of YOUR favorites from our “mix-ins & cheeses” Sub egg whites MIX INS Homemade corned beef hash with your choice of cheese 14-BENEDICTīacon, ham, tomatoes, your choice of cheese and topped with hollandaise sauce 15-THE PAC Your choice of cheese 13-CORNED BEEF HASH Tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, your choice of cheese and topped with housemade pork chili verde 11-THREE MEATīacon, ham, sausage and your choice of cheese 12-CHEESE ![]() Mushrooms, onions, green peppers, tomatoes and your choice of cheese 8-AVOCADO & TOMATOĪvocado, tomato and your choice of cheese 9-BACON & MUSHROOMīacon, mushrooms and your choice of cheese 10-PORK CHILI VERDE ![]() Sausage, green peppers, onions, your choice of cheese and topped with homemade sausage gravy 7-GARDEN VEGGIE Spinach, tomatoes, chicken and feta cheese 6-SOUTHERN Ham, green peppers, onions and Swiss cheese 5-GREEK Ham, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños and your choice of cheese 3-CALIĬhicken, bacon, avocado and your choice of cheese 4-DENVER Mushrooms, onions, jalapeños and your choice of cheese and topped with salsa 2-SPANISH Omelets All Omelets* are served with home fried potatoes and your choice of toast, French Toast OR Heavenly Hot Cakes ® 1-ARIZONA Reese’s Peanut Butter and Jelly – Reese’s Peanut Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup – Reese’s Peanut Butter,Ĭhocolate Sauce and Whipped Cream topped with With Strawberry Topping and Graham Cracker Strawberry Cheesecake – Creamy Cheesecake Spread With Blueberry Topping and Graham Cracker Crumbles Homemade candied pecans, caramel & whipped cream fresh strawberries, blueberries & whipped cream Additional Toppingsīlueberry Cheesecake – Creamy Cheesecake Spread Two eggs*, three strips of bacon all sandwiched between two slices of french toast, served with butter and syrup Stuffed French ToastĬhoose from Banana Nutella, Strawberry Nutella, Caramel Pecan or White Chocolate Chip and Raspberry Biscuits & Gravyįresh baked buttermilk biscuits smothered in homemade sausage gravy and served with home fried potatoes Ultimate Biscuit & Gravyįresh baked buttermilk biscuit topped with bacon, ham, sausage, mushrooms, onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, two eggs*, smothered in homemade sausage gravy and served with home fried potatoes Waffle, Scone, French Toast or Heavenly Hot Cakes ® Toppings ![]() Texas toast dipped in vanilla egg* batter, dusted with cinnamon, powdered sugar, topped with butter and served with syrup French Toast Sandwich Light and airy fried dough puffs coated in cinnamon sugar Fried Sconeĭusted with powdered sugar and topped with honey butter Waffleĭusted with powdered sugar, topped with butter and served with syrup The PAC BAM Waffleīacon And Maple! chopped bacon soaked in PURE MAPLE SYRUP, then added to our waffle mix and cooked to a Golden Brown, dusted with powdered sugar, topped with butter and served with syrup – BAM! Chicken *IN* Waffleĭiced crispy chicken added to our waffle mix and cooked to a Golden Brown, dusted with powdered sugar, topped with butter and served with syrup French Toast Two eggs* and three strips of bacon sandwiched between three Heavenly Hot Cakes ®, served with butter and syrup Café Comforts Penny Puffs ![]() Three stacks! Think you can handle it? (6) Hot Cake Sandwich Our Famous Heavenly Hot Cakes ® Light & airy homemade sour cream pancakes served with butter & syrup Single Stack ![]() ![]() One of Briarwood’s signature color war activities is an all camp, all ages relay race with events that include some campers running while holding unwieldy sports equipment, others filling jugs of water on a junior counselor’s forehead and still other campers in a line passing a ball over their heads and then through their legs and more. We’re ready to go!Īt Briarwood, Color War events are a mix of the usual – soccer games, basketball games, swim races – with the unusual – fishing contest, Busy Bee lollipop hunt, trivia questions read over the camp’s PA system and more. A Color War break might happen at an all camp event that is surprisingly interrupted or items may drop from the sky or something else might happen that is similarly dramatic.Īt Briarwood, we’ve had ice cream trucks “randomly” drive onto upper field, we’ve simulated staff arguments at all-camp events at the stage, we’ve conducted all-camp scavenger hunts that led to the final clue being “COLOR WAR!!!!”, we’ve had fire trucks drive into camp and more.Īt the break, the kids are always very excited. Most camps try to start Color War with a surprise to the whole camp. The captains choose the themes – we’ve had Blue Ice v. All campers – from our Busy Bee preschoolers to our CIT and Super CIT teenagers – are thoughtfully preassigned to one team or the other, with an eye to fairness, harmony and fun.Īt Briarwood, the teams are led by staff captains as well as Super CIT lieutenants. ![]() For five days, camp is split into the Blue Team and the Gold Team. Color War at Briarwood Day Camp – A Case StudyĬolor War is wildly popular at Briarwood Day Camp. Importantly, after Color War ends, usually with a big event (most camps end with Songfest – and even the most tone deaf and anti-performing arts campers look forward to Songfest), the camp consciously acts together with its staff to help campers put any remaining competitiveness aside and re-form as one, big, happy camp. ![]() As we said, Color War usually occurs over several days. Typical characteristics of Color War include all camp events such as a camp-wide relay race, a large swim meet, some goofy, entertaining events and a Songfest. However you slice it, if you’re dividing the whole camp into teams for a few days of in-house competition, we’re calling that Color War.Įach camp’s Color War will differ a bit from another camp’s. Some camps call Color War by a different name. Some camps put their staff on teams, too (other camps don’t). The key is that the camp has been divided and that special events will happen as part of a big overall competition. Really, though, you don’t need teams to be split into colors to have a Color War, nor do you need only two teams. Generally, but not always, camps divide into colors (Blue / Gold, Maroon / Gray, Green / White) – hence the name Color War. So let’s explain! What Is Color WarĪ Color War is when a camp splits its campers into two or more teams for a few days of all-camp friendly but spirited competition. For those who didn’t go to camp, Color War can be a strange, abstract concept and it can be difficult to understand what all of the fuss is about. At most summer camps, Color War is much a part of camp as sunny days, smiling faces and free swim.įor those who went to camp years ago, just hearing the words “Color War” bring a wistful smile and great memories.
![]() There’s also a remarkable selection of beer, wine and delicious house beverages like Kefir Kola, kombucha and ginger beer. Try the Fermenter burger: The house-made millet and black lentil tempeh patty comes slathered with smoked onion shio koji. Specializing in all things fermentation, Fermenter serves dishes like fried jojos with koji (a type of edible mold grown on fermented soybeans or rice), a koji beet Rueben with kraut, miso garlic toast and potato salad. The real draw is the sauce: bowls come garnished with house-made condiments like lemon-garlic tahini, peanut-ginger sauce and sriracha-lime-Buffalo sauce. Try the simple perfection of Lady of the Day: strawberries, pineapple, banana, orange juice, dates and ice.įor a healthy, flavorful meal, look no further than Native Bowl food cart, which uses all vegan, organic and locally sourced ingredients for its Asian-inspired bowls. From green juices and smoothies to meal shakes and bowls, Kure will load your order with nutrient-dense ingredients like blue spirulina, flax seed, kale, avocado, ginger and coconut water. With three locations in Portland and one in Lake Oswego, Kure Superfood Cafe is the perfect one-stop shop for a little pick-me-up. Order your Boxcar pizza, a slice of cake for dessert and play the free “The Simpsons” arcade game or peruse the kitschy vending machine prizes out back while you wait for your order.Ĭredit: Jenni Moore Healthy Vegan Food in Portland Boxcar has limited counter seating inside, but it’s located in The Zipper, a food court with indoor and outdoor seating and fire pits. The personal-sized pies from Secret Pizza Society all feature sauces and cheeses made in-house - nothing’s processed here - and they have fun names like Chalupa Batman and Unruly Child.įor irresistible vegan cheese pulls, hit up Boxcar Pizza, serving Detroit-style pizza with crispy edges of burnt house-made cheese and vegan wings. Handcrafted pizza (and ice cream!) are on offer at the Central Eastside’s hip Virtuous Pie. When it comes to vegan pizza in Portland, you’ll see plant-based pies at non-vegan spots like Sizzle Pie and Hot Lips, but you’ll also find a number of outstanding vegan-only pizzerias. Scroll further down for even more recommendations. If you’re hungry for a handheld meal, Pine State Biscuits dishes up veggie and vegan options that rival their meaty counterparts. Bollywood Theater offers Mumbai-inspired Indian cuisine, with platters like paneer makhani in a rich cashew curry and pork vindaloo with buttered rolls. |
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