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I’m more concerned with texture – can’t get away with some of the high-shine, metallic-y textures on the skin as much as I used to. Sometimes I don’t care, because it’s pretty and the only one I’m trying to make happy with makeup is me, but I definitely appreciate a really flattering texture more now than I used to.

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For the better, yes. I’m a little more educated about what to do than I was before. And what I really like is that I’m not afraid to be adventurous, which I think is important.

It’s not so much due to age as it is a shift in lifestyle. When I was younger, and had more free-time, and would do more elaborate looks on a near-daily basis. However, having to raise a child (who also happens to have autism), I only b have time for the “essentials” most of the time.

Yes, it went from non-existent to having one lol. I do feel that I use more and more product every year. Partially because I need it more (like adding serum to my skin care) and partially because I’m just more and more into makeup. In general, I use a lot less shimmer now and a lot more neutral eye shadow than I used to. I’m also much more likely to wear a bold lipstick vs a gloss.

HAhaha, Yes! When I was in my 20’s, I used to pack on the makeup, using everything possible from fake eye lashes to lip liner; the whole works. Now I am 37, I wear just a bit of makeup and everyone thinks I am younger than my years. Love it 🙂

Well, I dropped a LITTLE of the 90s grunge once the 90s were over (no more silver lipstick or red mascara!). Other than that, my mom taught me from a young age to exfoliate, moisturize, and always wear sunscreen, so I haven’t changed my skincare routine other than to move to all hypoallergenic products.

I’m certainly better educated on skincare than I used to, not to mention WAY more obsessed with make-up. 😉

I have several changes. First, like you, I can’t wear the shine so much any more, especially on my crepe-y eyelids and cheeks.
I have to be very careful about eyeliner – it’s starting to look too harsh. I’ve taken to lining the upper waterline instead. The result is that my colored eyeliner is useless, everything I put there just shows up black or brown.
Each morning I have to calculate the trade off to wearing under eye concealer, which will inevitability exaggerate my wrinkles vs. letting the dark circles show.
I have to pull back on the eyebrows, dramatic ones look creepy now.
On the plus, red lipstick actually starts to look better!

Oh yes, I used to just the mere basics. Now my routine is a lot more extensive, because I’ve learned a lot over the years and now realize how important it is to take good care of your skin.

Same here and this is especially true of powders for myself. I stay away from talc and anything that’s even mildly drying! I also go easy on jet black liner because I feel it can make me look more tired if Im already kinda tired.

I used to like a totally matte face, except for my lips. As I’ve got older, I’ve actually fallen more in love with pearl/frosted eye products and highlighters and like a dewier finish to my foundations. I still use a mattifying powder but that’s generally only on my nose part-way through the day and, curiously, it is only necessary when I wear my glasses. If I’m wearing contacts, an oily nose isn’t nearly so much a problem.

Absolutely, texture plays a large role in products I feel work or don’t on my skin. I mentioned this the other day, shimmer can be so beautiful on aging skin but it depends on the amount and quality of shimmer and the ‘thickness’ of the texture. I’ve learned to develop a much lighter hand in application, but more importantly to carefully look at your swatches and eye look pics because I have developed an eye for what will work and what is too much. Same story with matte or any products really. Finer texture melts into the skin and never looks heavy/cakey.

Not so sure if it’s my beauty routine so much as my skin – which in turn has led me to make a few changes. I’m 50 now but my skin has never been better – one of the few benefits of aging! I used to struggle with acne and hyper sensitive/reactive skin but for the past few years that has completely gone away. For the first time in my life I’m not scared to try new products – years ago I reacted to everything, so if I did find something that worked, I stayed with it forever (so boring). Now I seem to be past that. So recently I did revamp my entire skincare and makeup routine just because I could! I tried loads of new products, never reacted to any of them, and just ended up choosing the ones I liked best and that seemed to work best for me. It was so much fun!

Yes I’m much more diligent about my skincare routine now. I didn’t really used to stay on top of my cleansing and I didn’t exfoliate at all. Now I make sure to remove all of my makeup before bed and exfoliate once a week. Makeup wise, I’ve gotten a lot more lazy lol. I’m trying to get back into the groove of wearing makeup more often. I almost never feel like fussing with eyeshadow these days lol

Yes! Listen here all younger ladies under 35. Wear all the fun colors, loud, glitter or shimmer you want. Experiment with all the fun stuff now. Unless, you can afford all the Botox , fillers, eyelifts etc… All this will hault after a certain age.
You will have to be hunting for any and all matte eye colors because shimmery shades will not look good on you anymore. For instance the Naked palettes, too shimmery and not enough matte. I see a bunch of lid colors if I am lucky, when I see these.
Cat eye, or liquid eyeliner should not be worn anymore. Too harsh and it accentuates your eye area.
Foundations, depending on your skin will age you. Concealor, the worst.
So all young ladies reading this, take care of your skin now. Stop whatever you are doing to harm it.
Sun, smoke, etc.. that is if you want to continue to wear all the fun stuff for as long as you can.

Not negating your experience, but I don’t think that’s universally the case. I’m almost 50 and I happily use a Naked palette (and some other lightly shimmery palettes), wear foundation (albeit not a heavy one) and love bold, bright lipsticks. There are colors and textures that I stay away from, of course, but I don’t feel like I have to play by any particular rules because of age. As with anything cosmetic, it will always depend on you, your skin and the kind of look you feel comfortable with.

Everyone is different. I’m 44 and I wear all those things with no problem. I do wear them in a more “adult” fashion than I did when I was in my teens and 20s, though (not so much glitter, or a bazillion bright colors at once– I grew up in the 80s).

Right now, I’m rocking revolution’s “Barely There” loose mineral eyeshadow from lid to brow, cobalt liquid eyeliner on my top lid, 3 coats of black mascara, and a super-bright pink lip.

I totally agree with you about taking care of your skin from early on.

I am 35 (turning 36 in 3 months) and my eyes (and the rest of my face) look very young (people often think I’m in my late 20s) so I have no issues with shimmer. I continue to prefer shimmer over matte colors. I don’t wear bold eyecolors or winged liner because they don’t mesh with my lifestyle. As a mom and professional, I don’t really have a time when I need winged black liquid liner or electric colored shadows. But I love smokey eyes and shimmer and even some glittery shades. I also like nice deep lipcolors. I guess there will be a time when I will no longer want to emphasize my eyes but my skin still looks young.

To younger ladies, focus on skincare. Start thinking about it early so you can increase the odds that you look young longer.

I beg to differ. I’ve just hit my 60’s (yikes) and I indulge in all the shimmery eyeshadows I want and blushes with a sheen to them as well. If anything, I find matte shadows to be aging. The Naked palettes – I have 1 and 2 and wear them happily all the time. I would be lost (or hide indoors) without concealer but the trick is to find one that works for you and your skin (this applies at any age, IMO – concealer can be tricky). Foundation evens out the redness and broken capillaries I have developed and makes my skin look great. Again, it’s a matter of finding the foundation that works for your skin. I’ve taken care of skin from a pretty young age and only smoked for 1 year when I was in highschool. I’ve always eschewed the sun and for decades now, sunscreen has been a part of my daily facial care routine. But I don’t think women over 35 (or over 55) need to avoid anything that they like and which they feel looks good on them.

I have to disagree. I am 36 & just because I am 36 I don’t feel like I have to quit having fun with makeup. I wear more makeup now than I did in my twenties & everyone thinks I am younger than I am. I use shimmer eyeshadow, cat eyeliner & whatever else I feel like wearing. Although your style may change with age it doesn’t mean you can’t use a certain item because you are over 35.

I’ll be 41 next week, and I wear it *all*! There are some in theor 20’s (and sometimes teens) who are just genetically predisposed to crepiness around the eyes, “smile” lines, etc…, and there are those of us who are fortunate to have won the “genetic lottery”, and don’t have the aforementioned issues. The only thing I don’t wear (regularly) is heavy/matte foundation, bit that’s more of a personal choice, and I don’t really need to. Also, I smoke, and take offense to the adage “smoking ages the skin”; as I said, I’m 40+, and I look like I’m in my mid-20s…

I don’t think anyone means to offend you, Xamyx, but smoking does speed up aging of the skin. The fact that you look young for your chronological age is probably a combination of lucky genes and other things you do to take care of your skin but just as it’s pretty irrefutable that smoking is a huge factor in things like lung cancer and heart disease, it also does age the skin because it constricts blood vessels and, therefore, oxygen supply. It’s great that you’re not showing the effects but in general, it’s pretty much an established medical fact.

I agree with some of what is said. A good skincare is essential at all ages. Taking care of our skin and bodies is important.
I do however not have the same experience with makeup. It’s quite hard to find the right products when it comes to concealers and foundation. But there are good ones out there that will suit you at whatever stage your face is. Best thing to do is to get samples, and try at home, look at the face in all kinds of light and get the ones that suits you.
I personally think using only matte eyeshadows ages me. I need a bit of a shine, or shimmer to brighten the look.
All in all I think we should enjoy makeup and use what we like and feel are flattering for us.

Yes, I don’t look as good in a full face of makeup. I used to get glammed out, especially at night, but I also did a full face during the day as well. Now that I’m older, I find I look really weird totally made up. My skin actually looks better now in my 40s than it ever has (yes, the oily skin curse eventually pays off!) so I’m all about glow-y skin, lashes, and lips now.

Now that I am 35 (almost 36) I am much more concerned with keeping my skin hydrated and avoiding wrinkles. My skin has always been very oily and acne prone. I always used rather harsh products from Neutrogena and Clinique, thinking that the best way to fight the oiliness. I learned a lot about skincare once I turned 30 and I now avoid a lot of the drying products I used when I was younger. I still break out sometimes, but I found that the shine is much more under control now that I use gentler products. My skin no longer tries to overcompensate for drying skincare by producing a lot of oil. In addition, I now make sure to use antioxidants in my skincare and I pay attention to packaging for my skincare. I no longer buy skincare products in jars. I use various brands for skincare, mostly Paula’s Choice now. My skin is much happier as a result.

My skin has gotten oilier as I’ve gotten older, so quite a bit of my beauty routine now revolves around making my skin look good, as opposed to just adding color.

I think the biggest one is that I’m no longer wearing heavy black eyeliner all around my eyes, but that might just be more of a “style” change. Main change has probably been the addition of SPF before I apply makeup and then looking for makeup products for additional protection. My skin will never look as good as it did the day before, so I need to take care of it!

I’m more careful on placement of products and blending then I was in the past. I also rarely wear dark shadow in the day time anymore. I have deep set eyes that are slightly hooded too so it’s night time only!

Yeah, me, too. I used to use darker color eye shadows and lately have discovered that natural colors – SHINY natural colors – look best for me. I’ve also recently found some Jane metallic eye liners that I LOVE to add more shine. I’ve always liked shine on my eyelids and don’t think I’m about to give it up any time soon! I just shifted to wearing lighter colors, especially for summer. Who knows what’s likely to catch my eye when all the new fall colors come out!

I calmed down on buying EVERYTHING from the drugstore (it’s all pretty much gone, with the exception of a couple products as I only buy high end) and toned down my makeup. If I wear blue eyeshadow, it’s generally a deep smokey eye or some liner on the top rather then an electric blue cut crease with glitter. I also stopped using really dark and bold mascaras (like the Le Voleme De Chanel) during the day. And I stopped contouring during the day, only at night now.

Mainly I’m just natural and flattering and if it’s anything heavier like red lipstick or 2 coats of mascara or contouring it’s only at nighttime.

I’m soo happy to be over with that phase I was going through with buying the whole drug store.. I’m over it , buying everything that looked good or was believed to be good. Too much money and time wasted. When everything I needed was already in my collection of high end products…!

Yeah, it went on a rollercoaster. It went from a full face in my teenage years to a powder and a mascara for most of my twenties, then full face again for about two years and now I’m starting to think I had it right with the powder and mascara ;))

I don’t subscribe to the silly absolutes that some SA/MA’s spout such as women over forty can only wear matte neutrals, but age does definitely influence how I apply my makeup and care for my skin. As we age, both our skin’s tone and texture change, our eyebrows and eyelashes thin, our eye color fades, and our facial features alter as they lose elasticity and underlying support. Sheesh! LOL But, you know what? It doesn’t happen overnight and so remaining fresh and modern in appearance is just a matter of updating our looks on a regular basis and being realistic about what suits the person we are at any given time as opposed to the person we used to be. At 70, I still consider myself a work in progress 🙂

My advice to those older women who never change anything is to start updating in subtle ways because nothing ages a woman’s appearance faster than wearing makeup from decades past. For example, if an older woman has always worn a bold red lip, perhaps it’s time to try a softer red with a different undertone, a smoother texture, or perhaps a sheerer finish. Subtle little shifts can actually make quite a difference in modernizing a woman’s appearance.

Well said.
I think it was Kevin Aucoin who said something like if someone says “you must” or ” you should never” stop listening, as there are on absoulute rules regarding makeup. I have been trying to find the quote in his books, but I’ve not had time to completely reread them.
I believe in looking at trends and take what I think will suit me, try it out, evaluate it and then make it my own.

Definitely. I find myself needing more hyrdration, even though I still suffer from some oiliness and mild acne. I use more gentle cleansers and try not to constantly strip my skin.

love matte products….always have so i dont think it has much to do with age. matte just looks better on me, and shine always seems to emphasize pores.

also, i have very dry skin, so under-eye concealer looks cakey. Christine, do u have any recommendations for concealers for dry skin?

I’ve embraced the shine and stopped trying to matte my face down every possible way. My new favorite thing is a bit of sun protection oil (VICHY SPF 30) patted into my cheeks – looks dewy and healthy.

Definitely! When I was younger, I’d only wear terrible, un-blended eyeshadows and liners and lipstick with no face products or a powder foundation that didn’t match me. I’ve learned a lot about doing a full face and blending eyeshadows and stuff. Still much to learn!

Now it’s more about fighting fine lines than super-oily skin (though it’s still kind of oily). I know what works for better now that I’m older, and I know more about makeup brands. So I use a wider range of better quality cosmetics.

I am much more careful with face washing and makeup removal. I use gentle products that are more effective. I choose moisturizers and serums with additional benefits like retinol, AHAs or niacinamide.I I’ve had a pre malignant spot removed from my face several years ago so I’m a freak about sunscreen.
I think I use lighter coverage make up in a way but do use concealer with it. I still like sparkling eye shadow but always use matte in the crease to avoid emphasizing any crepeiness.My skin has few wrinkles but have Rosacea (mild) but it has left some spider veins. I’ve had them and some facial hair zapped but I really don’t think it is worth the cost.
I will be 65 in early August.

I would have to say I’m more aware of how to properly take care of my oily skin.. It took time for me to figure out my makeup style. At 30 I’ve finally got it down pack.. Neutral, natural makeup suits me beat. Love that look!!! So no matter what collection come out and I don’t care by who.. If it doesn’t fit my style it doesn’t get purchased.. And I’ve learned that if it ain’t broke don’t try to fix it..!

Most definitely! The days where I’d wear baby oil or coconut oil as sunscreen ( i still can’t believe I did that!) are long long gone. I always wear moisturiser or foundation with SPF in them (wearing foundation everyday is something I do too now that I’m getting older as it covers up the pigmentation I seem to be getting. Nothing too heavy tho’) and no matter what time of year it is I always have my sunglasses with me as squinting in the sun does your eyes no favours. Exfoliating regularly is a must nowadays too. I also treat myself to a facial every couple months or so at a salon. I guess as far as makeup is concerned I think the way I apply it is different to when I was in my 20’s (there are so many amazing tutorials out there it’d be rude not to try the techniques available!) but as far as colours go I think in some ways I’ve gone a little darker (eyeshadow and lipstick-wise). Go figure!

Hell yes! I think the older you get, the more you try to turn back the years! I see to spend longer cleansing and toning and moisturising, and longer with my make-up, blend, blend, blending, making sure there are no harsh lines. I try to ensure I’m using the right make-up for my age. Although, every now and then, I do throw caution to the wind! If nothing else, my routine has changed because of the ever-changing range of new products out there.

My beauty routine hasn’t changed over the years – I was blessed with normal skin and all I have ever done is wash my face every night. I tried LaMer once because it was SO trendy – no difference so I just keep doing my thing. No moisturizers ever. Just my skin.

my skin care is a lot more involved. retin-a, chemical peels, copious amounts of high spf sunscreen. and makeup now is more about subtly camouflaging skin now than about intense eye looks.

I spend more time on skin care than I did when I was in my 20’s and 30’s. Makeup has really evolved over the last 10 years with the advent of HD powders, the last 20 with the advent of primers and with that my routine has evoled to accomodate these changes and my look has become more polished because of it. Color choices have remained steady beacause my hair has not yet changed with age. That’s something I guess I’ll have to address in my 60’s 🙂

Like a lot of others have mentioned I take better care of my skin now that I am older. I stay out of the sun, drink lots of water, all that good stuff. I have noticed though that my skin has gotten oilier, I use all kinds of things like primers, oil-free foundation, powder shadows, you name it to curb the shine. It seems like I need to really prep my skin much more now than before.

More attention to skincare–mostly anti-aging, sensitivity and ingredients. I’ve worn spf moisturizer and eye cream since my teen years but now I always wear an antioxidant serum and an actual bonafide sunscreen when I’m out now. I pay attention to sunscreen formulations and how long they last–whether or not they’re truly broad spectrum, etc. I’m looking into buying more sunhats and upf clothing for weekends outside. Once we move into winter, I’ll start looking into more exfoliation products.

Less attention to makeup trends–I no longer have to have the next “it” color. It’s not bc I’ve grown out of it or anything–it’s more bc my skin is so fussy. A product can work fine today but my skin might not be able to stand it tomorrow. So really, makeup buying is more about replacing my old HG’s and about being careful to patch test. It’s tedious.

One thing that has NOT changed for me is I’ve always taken good care of my skin. That said, products have evolved and I have updated my routine. I feel like I now spend more time on skincare and makeup, not using more but perhaps applying it more strategically. Now that my kids are adults I have more time to research and experiment with different products and I’m really enjoying that!

I’ve been blessed with descent skin and have not varied my routine much since I was a teenager. I remove my makeup as soon as I get home from work so I don’t make the mistake of falling asleep with it on. Besides, I’m combating hot flashes and all I wish for at the end of the day is clean skin. I follow the same course as my grandmother; Noxema and Pond’s Dry Skin cream. I exfoliate with the extra gentle Buf Puf as needed (not part of her routine, but in the winter I have some dry patches). She still had wonderfully smooth skin when she passed away at 98. If things change, I will change. Until then I will stick with what works.

definitely. when i was in high school, i was an outsider punk/goth kid, and i wanted everyone to know that with one look at me! over the years, i think i’ve been able to sort of keep that mentality and stay true to myself, but more grown up and refined. i still like my look to be noticed, but in a positive way and not in a crazy way! i specifically remember wearing these sort of cream eyeshadows from hot topic that were neon green and pink and the texture was so thick that they would flake off at the end of the day. yikes. and i actually take care of my skin now! ironically, i had amazing skin back when i never took my makeup off before bed, but i guess i’m paying for it now!

oh yes!!! I have learned the true meaning of “less is more”. Texture, color, intensity and application have all changed for me. I’ve also learned the value of a really great concealer!

Lines, lines, lines around my eyes. They absolutely wreck any fun in doing makeup. For foundations/concealers anti-aging is the first thing I see. I’m in my 20s so I don’t know what I’m going to do when I’m older. At least I’ll have more practice before everyone else.

I think I’ve gotten better at applying makeup…When I was younger, I would pile on the lipstick, blush, and didn’t really know how to apply eyeshadow and how to blend it. Now that I’m in my mid-30’s, I still have a lot of fun with color (especially bright, bold lips) but I know how to apply it better. There’s always more to learn but overall I’ve learned that ‘less is more’ when it comes to applying makeup and the importance of blending so there aren’t any harsh lines.

Not so much changed as grown. Whereas before it consisted of maybe lipstick and spot concealing, now I have gained experience in using lots of other interesting things like blush! Eyeliner! Foundation! 😉

Yes and no.
I have taken care of my skin and the various concerns it’s had since I was a teen. I still do, but skincare has evolved a lot, and now I use more products like serums two step cleansing and oils, I have combination skin and was scared of adding oils to it when I was younger. 🙂
When it comes to makeup the thing I think I still live by is the, “there are no rules” idea. However I can’t do a real statement eyeliner, feline flick anymore as my eyes are more hooded and the line gets wonky.

When i’m starting to use skincare products at 13 age i use products for oily skin and a cleansing gel. Now i’m 26 and i’m using a serum, an eye cream, products whin some ingredients for wrinkles…. more products than i use in the past no doubts.

With love,
The pink lemonade

I’m 50, and my answer to this question is a resounding, “YES!”
My skin is still insanely oily in the T-zone, but I actually have some dry patches on my cheeks.
In fact, in the past year or so, I’ve switched from mineral powder foundation, my HG for years, to a liquid, because the former just doesn’t go on as smoothly as it once did.
Also, I actually use a lip plumper, a product I thought I’d NEVER touch my “too full” lips with, for the sake of smoothness. I still don’t really need the volume, but my lips do need more help than they used to to look smooth.

I am 40 and I wear my makeup exactly the same way I wore it when I was 12. It looks good to me, but my son has mentioned that I look like I am going through a mid-life crisis. I have no plans on stopping.

Definitely my skin care routine has changed. I am much better now at cleansing and moisturising my skin on a daily basis. I moisturize before I add my makeup primer in the morning as I found that my skin was looking too dry by the afternoon. I changed my makeup and I am more careful about the products I use so as not to inflame my sensitive skin.

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Photo 1 DSC_0052-001Terminal Town was a festival of events showcasing Chicago’s extraordinary role as a center of U.S. passenger transportation. The formal program ran from 2014 to September 2015, but its legacy lives on in public programs and a traveling exhibit. The festival offered everyone in the metropolitan region opportunities to take part in presentations, special events, tours and competitions. The festival also included a traveling exhibit and an all-color illustrated book. All are designed to foster appreciation of the Chicago region’s importance as a transportation center and the exciting possibilities ahead.

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CENTURY 21 INPUT TECHNOLOGIES is a new text by Hoggatt, Shank, and Barksdale for grades 6-8. This text is targeted for an introductory course in middle school that teaches computer basics, the Internet, keyboarding, handwriting recognition, speech recognition, Tablet PCs, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), Microsoft OneNote, and some word processing. This text is a spin-off from CENTURY 21 JR. INPUT TECHNOLOGIES AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (ISBN 0-538-44265-4). The Instructional Design provides step-by-step guidance for student learning, with activities labeled as Learn, Practice, and Apply. Content is organized into units, chapters, and then daily lessons. The projects are generic and can…
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Dr. Jon Shank is a Professor of Education at Robert Morris University in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. His contributions to the text include units on advanced correspondence, report formatting, spreadsheets, Web searching and design, desktop publishing, business plans, communication skills, and emerging technologies.

Karl Barksdale is currently an instructor at the Utah County Academy of Sciences and is a former instructor at Farrer Middle school in Provo, UT. He has recently been a consultant for Google. Formerly a Development Manager for the Training and Certification team at WordPerfect Corporation, he obtained a master's degree in curriculum from the University of Utah and applied his degree as the Secondary Curriculum Coordinator for Provo School District. Later he returned to education as a Business Education instructor. Since that time he has authored more than 50 business and computer education textbooks for South-Western Educational Publishing, Course Technology, Speaking Solutions, and other…

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The poison in beauty

Have a look at the two pictures below and try to express what you see in a few sentences.

(JP Zanders, October 1993)
(JP Zanders, October 1993)

Well, the photographs are not particularly stunning or well-framed. An agricultural landscape, flat mostly with a backdrop of low hills. Not even a spectacular day, with grey clouds in the sky and signs of recent rainfall moistening the soil. Autumn, by the colour of the corn plants in one image. Carrots almost ready for harvesting in the other.

In sum, absolutely unremarkable. I took the pictures on 9 October 1993 with no other ambition than to record a few facts. Striking in the landscape-oriented picture are the barren furrows and, in the foreground, an untended plot of land with wild grass and carrot plants with spots of brown soil between them. The vertical photograph emphasises the brown soil and low density of carrot plants. A wood-brownish discolouration separates the lighter green vegetation that stretches to the distant hill from the foreground.

Nothing will grow in the bare furrows and the brownish fleck. Around these places farmers harvest only meagre yields from the otherwise fertile sandy loam soil. This has been the case for the past 100 years and is likely to remain so for generations to come.

I took these pictures and several other ones somewhere halfway between Langemark-Poelkapelle and Houthulst north of Ypres in Flanders, Belgium. Langemark is the small place near which German Imperial forces launched the first chlorine attack against the Ypres Salient on 22 April 1915. Six years later, on 24 April 1921, Belgian authorities contracted a subsidiary of a British firm, F. N. Pickett et Fils to dispose of huge volumes of munitions, including chemical shells. The contract specified how the company could dispose of the toxic chemicals:

‘The liquid, corrosive and toxic compounds must be destroyed on-site, removed, transformed into harmless products, or disposed of in a borehole with a depth of 2.50 metres after they have been neutralized. The holes will be filled and closed by the Pickett company, at its expense, to the complete satisfaction of the Belgian authorities’.

As I wrote in my study for SIPRI on the early disposal of chemical weapons (CW) in Belgium, Pickett may not have followed those instructions. Until today local people believe that nothing will grow in some parts of the former disposal site because back then workers had simply poured the toxic chemicals into the soil.

Another landscape lost its innocence to armaments and weapons disposal.

Project Cleansweep

Opening the book ‘Project Cleansweep’ by Irish photographer Dara McGrath made me think back of that day in October 1993 when I pondered in amazement how chemical warfare agents were causing enduring harm to the environment (then) 75 years after the end of the First World War.

In July 2011, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) made public an internal briefing document on residual contamination at former CW production, storage, handling and disposal sites after freedom of information requests. Rather than reassuring the public that the identified sites posed no significant harm to public safety or the environment, it caused a stir. I can imagine how the press reports must have got Dara ruminating over landscapes untouched for many decades yet hiding a poisonous legacy whose tell-tale signs only few in the know could understand. The site identification exercise undertaken in 2007 the MoD had called ‘Project Cleansweep’.

The book comprises four parts, each corresponding to a major aspect of the armament dynamic: manufacture, storage, testing and dispersal. Each part also pauses at a major site that exemplified the activity. Rhydymwyn on the northern coast of Wales was where the British had their largest production and storage site for bulk chemical warfare agents. Harpur Hill in Derbyshire was the biggest CW storage site during the Second World War and later served to dispose of German CW via incineration or destruction with bleach. Gruinard Island on Scotland’s northwest coast is the well-known site of tests with anthrax spores during the Second World War. It remained off limits to the public until 1990. And finally, Lyme Bay in Dorset on the south coast of England was a designated site for weapon trials, which included the offshore release of live bacteria and simulants for biological weapons.

While the MoD briefing paper listed only 14 sites, Dara visited 92 for his project.

Constructing the narrative

Dara’s photographs are beautifully crafted. The landscapes leave impressions; composition demands closer attention. Other expanses are carved up by human constructions left for the elements to wither them, or, sometimes, hint at future construction projects. Derelict buildings, whether seen from the inside, suggested by some abandoned equipment, or part of a landscape, he has carefully manipulated for lighting, contrast, and saturation. Some images suggest industrial wasteland, yet stunning in beauty.

For a book seeking to document the legacy of the UK’s chemical and biological warfare programmes, the reader will not see a single photograph of a chemical or biological weapon (CBW). The direct link between a picture and the book’s main theme Dara establishes through short texts identifying the location and offering some narrative.

Gradually the reader’s consciousness grows that the post-military landscape remains with us. Only a lack of historical awareness prevents us from interpreting the relics of military activity relating to the manufacture, storage and testing of CBW. A striking example is the picture of a lake at Harpur Hill known locally as the ‘Blue Lagoon’ because of the toxic water’s colour. It instantly reminded me of Kerið in Iceland, a caldera filled with azure water whose hue varies with the light’s angle of incidence and surrounded by almost fluorescent moss. There is indeed poison in beauty; only in the latter case the origin is volcanic rather than human.

We know that the agents are extremely dangerous, yet we are mostly unaware of the sites where they were handled many decades before. For example, of the four locations Dara presents in greater detail, the past CBW-related activities at three go unmentioned in Wikipedia. Only the entry for Gruinard Island carries several paragraphs on the anthrax dissemination experiments and the subsequent decontamination operation.

As the author explains at one point, locals may not learn that something is amiss until an unusual cluster of health conditions or physical deformities emerges. The silent danger of lingering poison he accentuates by inserting old and new pictures of unsuspecting people going about their business or enjoying the pleasures of relaxation where previously weapons had been manufactured or tested, and interspersing his personal narrative with poignant archive photos and materials, or a contemporary press clipping.

In conclusion…

‘Project Cleansweep’ captivates. Not just because of the quality of photography but mainly because of the learning process. As I progressed, I found myself going back and forth through the book comparing impressions, looking for parallels, and each time discovering new aspects emerging from the photographs.

A most satisfying experience on different levels even in the realisation that the poison legacies will insult nature for generations to come.

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Victoria had been dusted with the most widespread snowfall in over 25 years, in what was also the coldest August day in almost six years.

Icy temperatures have seen freak snowfall just kilometres from the beach in Lorne, into the Otways, and across the Macedon Ranges and Grampians

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Weather bureau senior forecaster Scott Williams said while rigorous records were not kept on snow falls, the bureau could not recall a more significant dusting since July 25, 1986.

As of Friday evening, he said snow was expected to keep falling in southern and mountain parts of the state overnight and into Saturday morning, including Ballarat, Mount Macedon, Kinglake and the Dandenongs.

In July 1986 snowfalls were recorded in the central business district and surrounding suburbs, Mr Williams said. Melburnians have shivered through the coldest August day in almost six years as snow dusted much of Victoria

.On what was the coldest day of the year so far, Melbourne’s temperature failed to reach its forecast top of 11 degrees, reaching just 10.3 degrees around 11am.

Things then spiralled downwards when a cold front hit the city, bringing wind, rain and hail.

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A hailstorm hit the city just before 4.30pm sending people running for cover.

Forecaster Peter Blake said It had not been this icy in August since August 21, 2008, when the mercury reached 9.9 degrees.

Melbourne was heading for an overnight temperature of about 5 degrees, the bureau said.

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"Things will improve a bit - there won't be as many showers after dark and the wind should drop away," Mr Blake said.

Some light showers are forecast for Saturday, with a top temperature of a slighter warmer 13 degrees expected.

Earlier on Friday, Lorne resident Mark Athorn said it was snowing at his property, four kilometres from the coast towards Erskine Falls and about 350 metres above sea level.

“It’s only the third time in 15 years that it’s snowed here,” Mr Athorn said.

“As soon as it got light, I looked outside and there it was: all these flakes were falling.”

A picture posted on the Falls Festival’s Instagram account shows the Lorne farm that hosts the popular summer festival covered in snow.

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Gwynneth Cowley said she got up at about 6am to find the area sprinkled with powdery snow.

“It’s absolutely beautiful. Everything is dusted in white and all the locals out are having a look,” she said. “It looks like a nice layer of icing sugar.”

At 8.30am, Mrs Cowley said it was still snowing lightly in the area.

It is also snowing in Ballarat, with photos of white powder settled on the ground flooding social media.

At 11am, the temperature in Ballarat was just 1.7 degrees.

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The Lilydale Line was partly suspended on Friday morning, with buses replacing trains between Mooroolbark and Lilydale in both directions due to problems with overhead power equipment.

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After vehicles works and medical checks, we eventually managed to escape Arequipa and continue east toward Lake Titicaca.

Our journey took us up through the southern part of the Reserva National de Salinas y Aguada Blanca (salt lakes) and on to the Altiplano Andino (high plains) where we saw plenty of Llama and quite a few Chinchilla. The scenery was pretty spectacular throughout.

Before our final push to Titicaca, we stopped at Sillustani, overlooking Laguna Umayo. A collection of ancient (pre-Inca) funereal towers, called chullpas. A great place to visit, but the self named curator of the unimpressive museum was a bit of a pain - a tad pushy asking for donations...

Onwards to Lake Titicaca and camping at Casa de Valentín on a spit at the northern end of the lake. There we met with friends John & Mandi. The following day the four of us visited Isla Taquile where the men knit and the women weave. We had a good hike followed by a shop at the artisan market.

The next day was a visit to a reed island where five families live (Uros). This man-made floating island is held in place with ropes to 10 stakes. Obviously moving home isn't too complicated provided the water is no more than 4m deep and you don't drift into Bolivian waters. Must say that I wasn't completely convinced that the families were really still living there, but the island was impressive nonetheless.

On the following morning it was time to shift toward the border via Puno. Once in Puno, we parked in a scrappy yard (overnight spot) of a small hotel and set off on a hunt for a new leisure battery for the van. We'd been looking since Arequipa and it was proving to be a difficult task. I'm not sure any one of the battery salesmen understood what we were after - there isn't a camping culture here. Having had no luck in the battery hunt, the next morning we headed for the border.

The arrival at the Peru/Bolivia border was interesting. The road directly to the border was blocked by police officer who was sending everyone off on a dirt road. When we got to him he directed us straight ahead toward a crowded market. Down to snail pace we moved through the crowd, with stallholders moving stalls out of our way, until we arrived at a piece of string blocking our way. This was where we obtained our exit stamps for Peru. String dropped and onwards through the crowd and stalls - the liveliest No Man’s Land ever. Slowly through a stone arch, past a stand containing Bolivian dignitaries and gaudy trophies on our left and a full public stand, packed with a waiting audience, on our right. We didn't get a round of applause. About 20 yards on we were directed to stop and park – this was the Bolivian border. However, that weekend it was also the parade route for the local dance festival. After a bit of a stand-off with the marching band, we squeezed into the Customs car park. It was a busy day for dancing on this narrow road, so we settled in for a long wait. As it turned out the customs officer was in his car at the back end of the competition, so we weren't getting a stamp anytime soon anyway, better just to enjoy the show.

Three hours later, the dancers out of the way and our papers done, we drove to Copacabana, where we parked in the grounds of a hostel. Copacabana, with its sandy beach on the shores of Titicaca, is land-locked Bolivia's 'seaside' town - pedalos, beach balls, bouncy castle… The town has an impressive cathedral, outside which on any day of the week you can have your vehicle blessed by a priest. The cars are dressed for the occasion courtesy of nearby stalls. It was truly a roaring trade for the priest, the stalls, the official photographer and not least the bottle store - it is clearly added luck to pour a bottle of fizz on the new (or old) wheels. Another local highlight was Sacred Heart of Jesus shrine where you could request all the things you desired - cars, houses, money etc - donation in the box provided...

During our stay we took a boat trip to Isla del Sol and Isla de la Luna. Both islands boasted old temples and we had reasonable time for hikes. Finally it was time to get away from the big lake and head for La Paz. The route meant crossing Lake Titicaca at a narrow point on rickety ferry - gotta love these moments...


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The Vikings were well-known as plunderers and recently some of their bounty was unearthed by an enthusiast with a metal detector in Scotland.

The more than 1,000-year-old hoard revealed up to 100 gold and silver objects under the soil of a Dumfriesshire field.

"Experts have begun to examine the finds, but it is already clear that this is one of the most significant Viking hoards ever discovered in Scotland," Scotland's Treasure Trove said in a statement, according to Reuters.

"The Vikings were well known for having raided these shores in the past, but today we can appreciate what they have left behind," Fiona Hyslop, the country's secretary for cultural and external affairs, added.

Derek McLennan, who made the discovery, told BBC that he didn't realize what he found at first, thinking it far less valuable than it actually was.

"I unearthed the first piece, initially I didn't understand what I had found because I thought it was a silver spoon and then I turned it over and wiped my thumb across it and I saw the Saltire-type of design and knew instantly it was Viking," he told the news company. "Then my senses exploded, I went into shock, endorphins flooded my system and away I went stumbling towards my colleagues waving it in the air."

This isn't McLennan's first major discovery either. According to BBC, he also found the country's biggest cache of medieval coins last year.

"[...] I'm a bit of an obsessive," he admitted.

In addition to the monetary value of the items found, Hyslop told BBC the discovery "opens a fascinating window on a formative period in the story of Scotland and just goes to show how important our archaeological heritage in Scotland continues to be."

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This Boker Silver Streak skinning knife is pattern number 254. The trademark was electro-stenciled on the blade, leading many modern collectors to mislabel them as fakes.

In the mid 1960s, H. Boker & Company offered a new line of fixed blade hunting knives they called the “Silver Streak”. These sturdy little knives were made of extra heavy gage steel blades. The handles were made of alternating layers of aluminum and black fiber material. Aluminum was still considered an exotic material, and had been used by other cutlery companies such as Western and Imperial to make similar knives.

Boker Silver Streak knives could be purchased with a tooled leather sheath like the one shown above in either natural leather, or dyed black.

The Boker ad on the below was printed in 1966.

1966 Silver Streak ad

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Just Listed - Waterfront
8339 Laurel Lakes Blvd Naples, FL
$ 649,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#221031224
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CountyCOLLIER
  • CityNaples
  • AreaNA22 - S-O Immokalee Rd W-O 951
  • NeighborhoodLaurel Lakes
  • Zip34119
  • Style2 Story
  • Year Built2004
  • Taxes4257
  • Price$ 649,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2993
  • Lot Size6,098 SqFt
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Property Description

A spacious lakefront pool home in North Naples is one that you do not want to miss! This nearly 3,000sqft home includes 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms. newly updated kitchen with gorgeous quartz countertops, & stainless-steel appliances. The huge owner suite offers a separate sitting area, tray ceiling, & two walk-in closets, a spacious master bath with a large Roman tub & glass shower. Step outside and enjoy the outdoors relaxing by your saltwater pool overlooking the beautiful lake! Laurel Lakes is a friendly gated community in a highly desirable area with amazing A+ schools! Low HOA fees. Amenities include pool and spa, exercise room and community room, basketball and tennis courts. Perfectly located near a fine dining, shopping, grocery stores and so much more! Convenient to I-75, RSW Airport and just a short drive to the Naples world class beaches!

Elementary School Middle School High School
Laurel Oak Elementary Oakridge Middle Gulf Coast High School
Price History
5/3/2021 Listed $649,000

General Features

Acres 0.1400
Additional Rooms Family Room, Guest Room, Laundry in Residence, Screened Lanai/Porch
Amenities Basketball, BBQ - Picnic, Bike And Jog Path, Billiards, Clubhouse, Community Pool, Community Spa/Hot tub, Exercise Room, Library, Play Area, Sidewalk, Streetlight, Tennis Court, Underground Utility
Amenity Fee 0.00
Application Fee 100.00
Community Type Gated Community
Condo Fee 0.00
Construction Concrete Block
Cooling Ceiling Fans, Central Electric
Development LAUREL LAKES
Development Name LAUREL LAKES
Elevator None
Floor Plan Type Great Room, 2 Story
Flooring Carpet, Tile
HOA Fee 0.00
Hoa Desc Mandatory
Land Lease Fee 0.00
Maintenance Manager
Mandatory Club Fee 0.00
Mandatory Hoayn Yes
Master Hoa Fee 455.00
Master Hoa Fee Freq Quarterly
Parking Driveway Paved
Pets Allowed Y/N With Approval
Possession At Closing
Property Type Residential
Roof Slate
Section 27
Sewer Central
Special Assessment 0.00
Status Active
Subdivision LAUREL LAKES
Tax Year 2020
Taxes 4257.07
Unit Floor 1
View Lake
Water Central
Windows Single Hung
Year Built 2004
Zoning Code Residential

Interior Features

Approx Living Area 2993
Bedroom Description Master BR Sitting Area, Master BR Upstairs
Beds Total 5
Cable Yes
Dining Description Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
Equipment Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Ice Maker - Stand Alone, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer
Full Baths 3
Furnished Unfurnished
Heating Central Electric
Interior Features Built-In Cabinets, Cable Prewire, Coffered Ceiling, Pantry, Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Kitchen Description Pantry
Master Bath Description Dual Sinks, Separate Tub And Shower
Numberof Ceiling Fans 8
Price Per Sq Ft 216.84
Range 26
Total Baths 3.00
Total Bedrooms 5 Bed

Exterior Features

Boat Access None
Building Description 2 Story
Building Design Single Family
Canal Width None
Exterior Features Patio, Pond
Exterior Finish Stucco
Garage Description Attached
Gulf Access No
Irrigation Central
Lot Description Regular
Lot Unit 136
Number of Garage Spaces 2.00
Private Pool Yes
Rear Exposure W
Road Paved Road
Storm Protection None
Waterfront Yes
Waterfront Desc Lake

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  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Master On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
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Imagine having the option to choose the kind of voice you would like your callers or listeners of automated responses to hear. Is it a female voice or a male voice? Is a deep voice of shallow voice? More impressive still, they offer an option to switch this voice after a while to avoid monotony to the repeat customers. Their free counterparts do not have such options. With them, one can only get very limited options you may not like.

Voice recording companies offer the option of having the recording of your choice. You get to decide what they will record for your business by uploading the script, and they turn it to audio. Therefore, it means that the script is customized to your business as you wish. The free versions only offer general pre-recorded voices for anyone to pick. Therefore, it is prudent to consider spending some money to get quality work done for your business and contribute to profitability.

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Montoya Masters Miami to Take Maiden ROC Title

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In his first Race of Champions event, Colombian driver Juan Pablo Montoya beat veteran Tom Kristensen 2-0 in the final to cement his maiden Champion of Champions trophy. Montoya inherits the crown from Formula 1 driver Sebastian Vettel who was knocked out early in the group stages.

With many of the younger competitors knocked out early on, and the semi-final contested between four retired or semi-retired drivers, it was clear that experience was key for many of the front-runners. Montoya himself has famously competed in not just F1 and IndyCar, but also NASCAR and LM Prototypes, winning the Rolex 24 Hours three times.

Kristensen was going to be no lightweight though, having finished runner-up in the ROC on four previous occasions, he didn’t want to extend his record any further after a career which included nine 24 Hours of Le Mans wins.

The first race between the two giants of the motorsport world was a close affair, as Montoya narrowly led his rival over the line. Kristensen was keen to hit back but ran slightly wide in the first turn, drifting the back-end of his KTM X-Bow. This was enough to seal his fate as the double-crown winner out-dragged the Dane over the line for his maiden Champion of Champions title by 0.084s.

After the race, Montoya commented; “It’s not our job, it’s a fun event. But when you go to the grid you want to warm the tyres and the brakes. You think about how to drop the clutch, what to do in the first corner. It’s unbelievable how focused you are. It’s like qualifying.”

“I don’t know what gave me the edge. I don’t have pride, I just kept asking people what they were doing. That way I kept adding things to the database of what I needed to do.”

Miami is the first US location for the Race of Champions (Credit: Craig Robertson/

15,000 people attended the event at the Marlins Park Baseball Stadium that celebrates the best in motorsport around the world. After Alexander Rossi defeated Scott Speed in the preliminary event, 16 drivers from four groups gathered for the annual showdown.

The biggest shock came from Group A in which defending title holder Vettel lost to Helio Castroneves and Group winner Travis Pastrana. This put him and Rossi out in early stages as their rivals progressed.

Group B was more down to earth though as Felipe Massa and Montoya took two wins a piece. Massa would progress as the winner due to his win over the Colombian, though it was his heat with Pascal Wehrlein that drew attention after a spectacular crash.

In typical fashion Massa and Wehrlein set up another spectacular drive to the line, though the German seemed unaware of the right side of his car, collecting the barrier and veering into the side of the Brazilian before flipping his three wheel vehicle. He walked away, but was subsequently knocked out along with Petter Solberg.

The British success came in Group C, where Jenson Button won all his races to progress with a perfect record along with Kyle Busch. Sadly for Tony Kanaan and James Hinchcliffe, it was a fairly dull affair as they prepare for the Nations Cup.

Finally there was Group D in which David Coulthard, the 2013 champion, also progressed with a clean sweep. Even beating ROC rival Kristensen, who settled for second. Ultimately, this put the remaining two Americans; Kurt Busch and Ryan Hunter-Reay out of the competition.

The quarter-finals would throw a number of upsets as Montoya trounced home favourite Pastrana and Button lost a tight three-race heat with Kristensen. With Coulthard and Massa also progressing all eyes were on the second Semi-Final that featured the Le Mans legend and 13-time F1 race winner Coulthard.

Despite the Scot’s best attempt, it was a straight 2-0 win for Kristensen who instantly became the new man to beat. Just prior, Montoya has beaten fellow South American Massa, setting up the tantalising final in which the Colombian lifted the trophy.

At 41 years old, Montoya thus becomes the competitions oldest champion since Didier Auriol won his fourth and final ROC in 1999.

ROC Miami continues on Sunday with the Nations Cup under the guise of ‘America vs Rest of the World’. Despite the formats hype, no North American driver made it past the quarter-finals with four getting knocked out in the opening group stages. It will also be the first time the ROC Factor winners get to compete.

Pascal Wehrlein found himself at the centre of attention after a spectacular crash in the Polaris (Credit: Craig Robertson/

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Go and support the Feminism, Internationalist, Gender-Neutral,Helpful and Together club, also known as F.I.G.H.T. Club on Wednesday Nov. 14 during lunch at the quad. Anyone who desires to take on the challenge of arm wrestling against Mr. Milton can do so with a donation of only $1. All money will be donated to the Plan International Organization.

This charity helps women from Third World countries in many different ways. There are options from which packages or kits to donate to. Some donate towards women’s education, building water fountains, girls stuck in human trafficking, and more. Overall, women will benefit from any of these options.

There will be ongoing events throughout the year to raise enough money  to donate towards this charity. The goal is to create a better environment and future for them. The package or kit chosen will depend on the amount of money that the club receives from these events. Anyone is welcomed to join and participate in any of these event that will fund money for this cause. Help make a difference.  For further information feel free to look at the organizations website https://www.planusa.org/give-differently/

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Christ our companion

There was one chosen out of the twelve, as the twelve had been chosen out of the rest, who knew Christ as a dear companion, and as a sweet friend. There was one who knew his bosom as affording a pillow for his weary head, one who had felt his heart beat close to his cheek, one who had been with him on the mountain of Transfiguration, and had enjoyed fellowship with the Father, through his Son Jesus Christ. Now I fear that those who advance as far as John did are not very many. They are doctrinal Christians, and thus they have made an advance upon those who are only trusting Christians and not more. But John had taken a wonderful stride before his fellow men, when he could claim Christ as being dear to him, the companion of his life, the friend of his days. May the Lord teach each of us more and more how to walk with Jesus and to know his love!

From a sermon entitled "The Christ of Patmos," delivered January 27, 1861. Flickr photo by Domenico Salvagnin; some rights reserved.

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The Slander of the Saints by the World

Alas! they are often judged with harshness; or they are judged in ignorance; or they are judged by malice — not judged by righteousness, nor by judgment. When their enemies see them, they say, “These are a broken-spirited people; they are moping and melancholy, wretched and sad.” Thus hard things are spoken against them, and unkind stories are told of them. Sometimes they say they are out of their minds, and then they will insinuate that they are only hypocrites and pretenders.

Slander is very busy with the children of God. God had a Son that had no fault; but he never had a son that was not found fault with. Ay, God himself was slandered in paradise by Satan: let us not expect, therefore, to escape from the venomous tongue.

From a sermon by Charles Haddon Spurgeon entitled "The Poor Man's Friend." Image by dawnzy58 under Creative Commons License.

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1930 New Hampshire Avenue NW # 4 Washington, DC
$ 559,000
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  • MLS#DCDC519032
  • TypeContingent
  • CityWashington
  • NeighborhoodDUPONT NORTH
  • Zip20009
  • StyleUnit/Flat
  • Year Built1915
  • Taxes4286
  • Price$ 559,000
  • Bedrooms2
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage1014
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Unbeatable location in the heart of Dupont circle and U street corridor neighborhoods! This cozy 2 BR | 2 BA at the Haddon is move-in ready. The unit has been meticulously maintained with modern upgrades and features hardwood floors and dining space with room for six! The updated kitchen boasts quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and in unit laundry. The sizable living room with custom built-ins opens out to a beautiful west facing 300+ SF terrace with its own private entry, perfect for Covid entertaining. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bath and the spacious second bedroom shares the hall bathroom. Located just blocks away from gyms, coffee shops, Trader Joe’s, and all that the 14th and U Street corridor has to offer.

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4/28/2021 Listed $559,000

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Accessibility None
Architectural Style Unit/Flat
Association Amenities Other
Association Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Trash, Common Area Maintenance
Association Y/N No
Bathrooms Count Main Level 2.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level 2
Building Name OLD CITY II
Condo/Coop Association Y/N Yes
Construction Materials Brick
Cool Fuel Electric
Cooling Central A/C
Days on Market 8
Garage Y/N No
HOA Fee 2 517.06
HOA Fee 2 Frequency Monthly
Heating Central
Legal Subdivision OLD CITY II
Levels 1
New Construction No
Other Structures Above Grade, Below Grade
Ownership Condominium
Possession 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, Seller Rent Back
Price Per Sq Ft 551.28
Property Type Residential
Senior Community Y/N No
Sewer Public Sewer
Structure Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Subdivision Name DUPONT NORTH
Tax Annual Amount 4286.0
Tax Lot 2079
Tax Year 2020
Unit Number 4
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Water Access Y/N No
Zoning RES

Interior Features

Above Grade Finished Area 1014
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Basement Y/N No
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source Assessor
Central Air Y/N Yes
Entry Level 1
Full Baths 2
Heating Fuel Electric
Heating Y/N Yes
Hot Water Electric
Living Area 1014
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 2
Total Bedrooms 2

Exterior Features

Navigable Water Y/N No
Pool Y/N No Pool
Soil Types Urban Land Not Rated
Type of Parking On Street, Other
Water Oriented Y/N No
Water Source Public
Water View Y/N No
Waterfront Y/N No

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  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Master On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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The Divine "Would You Be Mine?"

Jesus invites any to come to Him and in a sense asks: "Would You Be Mine?

The Divine "Would you be mine?" is different than any other. Higher, Best...

Think of it: The Creator of all, The Great I Am, The Great High Priest, The King of all Kings, The Messiah invite you to be more than His neighbor!

God Himself invites you to be His very own child, to be made alive spiritually, to be a part of Him and He be a part of you!, to fill you with His Holy Presence through the Holy Spirit! What an invitation!

As with all honorable generous invitations of real love for the invited, the cost of the fellowship is paid entirely by The Host. The invited is the recipient and gets to receive! In this true divine invitation it is unique as the recipient is offered great opportunities and gifts. One is to be a partaker of divinity, to be made new and a part of God's Kingdom and Family!

Think of it: the cost for our partaking, of our communion with God cost Jesus His very life by the most unjust, horrendous rejection and suffering (which lead to death) known to man!

There is no greater love than this lying down of God’s life for his friends and even his enemies to become his true friends. That He desires wholeheartedly for even those that caused his death to be forgiven and given grace for faith and invites them too to experience eternal life in knowing Him, being joined to Him is miraculous, scandalously sacrificial, powerful, perfect, providential love!

Think of this: His love invitation is supernatural, agape love initiated. It’s a one of a kind, life giving, life altering opportunity. The best kind of take over, a transfer from the kingdom of darkness spiritually to Light, a child of God, a child of light results, a saint.

Forgiven, adopted, beloved, made new, accepted, truly known fully and loved beyond measure is one part of His wonderful invitation!

"God is love and is love is perfect and unconditional and the greatest love in existence. His examples of love are wonderful and worth following and imitating. Yet Christ offers us more than imitation. He offers us Himself. For His life to be IN US and FLOW from us.

What if a person lives loving self and a neighbor as self in a way that is extra-ordinary, but have not truly loved God first, have not done so for God’s glory, is this a counterfeit love or someone showing their love for God through their actions? How do we tell the difference? The fruit may seem present and plentiful?

Said in another way:

What is only imitation but not INDWELLING evidence?

OR said another way:

What if our love shows compassion, patience, joy, peace, kindness, great gentleness, self control and a wonderful balance of accepting all people and this loving shows real results but lacks any words of first loving God and does not clearly show others to God through Jesus Christ, could this be a counterfeit type of love? What if our life of loving excludes any talk of Jesus and our eternal destiny, is “a supposed Christian” still truly living their faith by showing others Christ through actions as a way of living the great commission?

What if we are convinced we are living Biblical principles to the utmost but never speak of Jesus or our own need for forgiveness, are we truly “Christian” and doing God’s Will?

What makes a person a sheep and not a goat? Biblically, I believe a person only becomes a sheep by being born from above. This process unfolds through The Work of God and includes repenting of sin and accepting Christ and His finished work for the forgiveness of their sins and then gladly lives abiding In Christ with Jesus as their Shepherd in life. If one truly lives abiding in Christ’s presence loving well is to be a living proof manifest reality in life. Why do we not see more evidence of real God glorifying, Christ centered and exalting, Christ like and Christ abiding LOVE?

Jesus says to ALL PEOPLE “would you be mine”?

What if a person loved so well everyone thought the person was a believer IN CHRIST but there was never a salvation experience of RECEIVING CHRIST, will that person go to heaven?

How can TRUE BELIEVERS, INDWELT BY THE HOLY SPIRIT glorify God more by showing God is love and His love changed us and enables us to LOVE WELL?

These are some of my questions and thoughts in these days of reading about Good Samaritans, Good Neighbors and comparing Biblical love with love seen in the world. What glorifies God and not man? May we be learning more to discern the spirits and tell what is true as a believer and follower of Jesus Christ