#Skink and Albert

[tiny-brooklyn-newsie]

What about this white boy?

So we all agree? Mike Faist is the white boy of the first three months of 2022.

[addie-your-queen]

Newsies as Things That Happened on My Trip (Part Two)

Part one here

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Race: *drinks Kombucha, not even for the first time*

Race: This is like seltzer on steroids

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Tv: I feed on the very essence of life.

Crutchie: Cool. And I feed on Triscuits.

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Spot, trying to fold up a chair while Race and Al dye of laughter: I don't get it

Spot: It says easy fold

Spot: It's lying

Race, barely able to contain his laughter: you could just put it in the car like that

Albert: yeah, we can put down a seat or something

Spot: easy fold pls this thing hates me or something

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Davey, upon discovering the light stips change color with the temperature: Ooo they're like fading back to normal now. Wait- no their not they're kinda blue now

Davey: They won't go back. They used to be purple and now they're blue.

Davey: why are they blue?

Jack: I dunno, babe

Davey: But-

Les: Didn't you get this car like 5 months ago how did you not already figure this out

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Elmer, after spending an hour looking for his keys: Oh.

Elmer: Guys! I found them!

Jojo: Where?

Elmer: In my pocket

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Spot, the next morning: I THINK I FIGURED IT OUT!!!

Race: What?

Spot: the chair. I figured out how to fold it

Spot: I was doing completely wrong. You have to do it by the middle.

Albert: The middle??

Spot: I dunno ok, that chair has problems

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Davey, four nights later: Now they're blue again. I want them to be purple.

Davey: Why won't they change back to purple

Davey: And why are they all out of skink now

Les: they look fine to me

Davey: but they're blue

Jack: I dunno babe, does it really matter?

Davey: I guess not.

Davey:

Davey: But they're blue

[imagine-organization-xiii]

Organization XIII - As Reptiles

Xemnas - King Cobra - The world’s longest venemous snake, threatened by habitat destruction and has been listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List since 2010. It preys chiefly on other snakes and sometimes on rodents and lizards, and typically avoids confrontation with humans if possible. Also the national reptile of India!

Xigbar - Black Mamba - First formally described by Albert Günther in 1864, it is the second-longest venemous snake after the king cobra. In a threat display, the black mamba usually opens its inky-black mouth, spreads its narrow neck-flap and sometimes hisses. It is capable of striking at considerable range and may deliver a series of bites in rapid succession.

Xaldin - Komodo Dragon - A member of the monitor lizard family Varanidae, it is the largest species of lizard and their size is usually attributed to island gigantism.  Because of their size, they dominate the ecosystems where they live. There are two glands in the lower jaw that secretes several poisonous toxins, but the glands have also been shown to secrete a coagulant.

Vexen - The Monitor Lizard - Known as the most intelligent reptile on earth, some species’ learn to count snails at feeding time, use their forearms to extract insects from longs, can recognize their human keepers on sight, and display distinct personality traits.

Lexaeus - Salt-Water Crocodile - It is among the largest crocodiles and regarded as dangerous by people who share the same environment. It was hunted for its skin throughout its range up to the 1970s, and is threatened by illegal killing and habitat loss.

Zexion - The Frill-Neck Lizard - Another extremely intelligent animal, they use the large frill around their neck to scare away predators.  When in danger, they hop onto their back feet and run away at a fast pace on two legs, almost like a human.

Saix - Cuban Crocodile - a small species of crocodile only found in Cuba. It is a highly aggressive and dangerous animal that is of interest to biologists for it’s unique physical and behavioral traits. Captive animals were intelligent enough to have displayed cooperative hunting behavior and could be taught tricks.

Axel - Fire Skink - The species is known for its bright and vivid coloration. Native to tropical forest in Western Africa, the fire skink lives fifteen to twenty years.  It is a diurnal lizard that loves to burrow and hide and is relatively shy and reclusive, but may become tame in captivity.

Demyx - Alligator Snapping Turtle - the largest freshwater turtle in North America that can grow to weigh more than 200 pounds.They have powerful jaws, a sharply hooked beak, and a long, powerful tail. They are almost entirely aquatic and only emerge from the water to bask in the sun or to nest (for the females.)

Luxord - European Adder - venomous snake extremely widespread and found through most of Europe. They are not regarded as especially dangerous; the snake is not aggressive and usually bites only when really provoked, stepped on, or picked up. Bites can be very painful, but are seldom fatal.

Marluxia - Mexican Mole Lizard - this guy is adorably ugly i love him. Also known as the five-toed worm lizard, the mole lizard is one of the four species of amphisbaenian that have legs. It is a burrowing species that usually only surfaces at night or after a heavy rain. It uses it’s tail as an escape tactic for predators.

Larxene - Pongona, or Bearded Dragon - The name "bearded dragon" refers to the "beard" of the dragon, the underside of the throat which can turn black if they are stressed or see a potential rival. They are adept climbers, spending significant amounts of time on branches and in bushes and near human habitation. Pogona species bask on rocks and exposed branches in the mornings and afternoons.

Roxas - The Carolina Anole - an arboreal anole lizard native to the southeastern United States. It is also sometimes referred to as the American chameleon due to its ability to change color from several brown hues to bright green, and its somewhat similar appearance and diet preferences.

Xion - Leaf Chameleon - arguably the world’s smallest reptile, native to Madagascar.  Has an unusual shape to its body and is generally earthy in color.  Details about the true population of the are unknown, although it is known to be widespread. It is found in many protected parks/areas/nature reserves, and is also protected under the Madagascar laws.

[leonisdumbasallhell]

Albert Wesker (Ew but I wanna know), David King, Joseph Frost, Lisa Trevor, Richard Aiken aaaaand William Birkin!

Albert Wesker - How far would you go to achieve your dreams 

I don’t know if i understand this question, but Pretty far! I’ve already worked really hard to get to where I want to be and things are starting to pay off, but I still have a long way to go! :) 

David King, - are you good at handy work

I mean it depends on what you mean by handywork? I can like, knit and paint and stuff,  but i have 0 understanding of how like, a car works or plumbing. 

Joseph Frost, - Favourite Breed of dog?

I’m actually kinda scared of dogs, but I’ve always loved German Shepards!

  Lisa Trevor, - Any physical Quirks?

i have a birthmark on my shoulder that looks like a rose! I’m also naturally flexible! If i worked at it a bit i could be pretty stretchy lol

Richard Aiken - Do you like Reptiles? Do You have a Favourite?

 I LOVE REPTILES!!! I love snakes and skinks, I used to have a pet skink when i was a kid :) 

William Birkin - Do You Like Science? Whats Your Favourite Scienetific discovery?

 I do like science!!!! I don’t have a specific favourite discovery but one scientific thing I find just absolutely fascinating is the Worls of Warcraft Corrupted Blood Incident and how it’s used by Epidemiologists to model how people might react and behave in a real epidemic. If you aren’t familiar with it, there’s a Sawbones episode and plenty of videos online discussing it, it’s really really fascinating. 

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Listen or download Regi - Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) for free now!

Artist: Regi Show: Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Quality: 320 Kbps 48000 Khz Genre: Electronic

Discover more TOMORROWLAND 2019 live sets & radioshows HERE

Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Tracklist

01. Human Resource – Dominator [R&S]

02. Ummet Ozcan – Omnia [OZ] w/ Regi ft. Jake Reese – Ellie (Acappella) [CNR]

03. Showtek ft. We Are Loud & Sonny Wilson – Booyah [SPINNIN’] w/ Krunk! & Dirt Cheap – Panic [SUP GIRL]

04. Mightyfools & Niels Van Gogh vs. Dizzee Rascal & Armand Van Helden – Pullover Bonkers (Regi Mashup)

05. Rave Radio vs. Milk Inc. – La Vache Rumble (Regi Mashup) [ONES TO WATCH/HOUSE NATION] w/ Quintino & Curbi – Get Down [SPINNIN’]

06. Clean Bandit ft. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie vs. Snap! – Rockabye vs. Rhythm Is A Dancer (Djs From Mars Club Bootleg) [ARISTA/ATLANTIC] w/ Don Diablo – Anthem (We Love House Music) [HEXAGON]

07. Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman X Steve Angello – Payback [COLUMBIA/SIZE] w/ Corona – Rhythm Of The Night (Acappella) [ZYX] w/ Che Crozz – Squeezer [FREEWAY]

08. Armin van Buuren vs. Human Resource – Dominator (TWIIG Remix) [ARMIND]

09. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike & Regi – Momentum (Dave Till & Edu Barboza Remix) [SMASH THE HOUSE] w/ Fatboy Slim – Star 69 (Acappella) [SKINT] w/ Karim Mika ft. DVNNI – Stars [WALL] w/ Don Diablo – Momentum [HEXAGON]

10. Regi & OT – You Have A Heart (Sem Thomasson Remix) [CNR]

11. Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus – Old Town Road (Remix) [COLUMBIA] w/ FISHER – Losing It [CATCH & RELEASE]

12. Regi & Milo Meskens – Ordinary (Boostedkids vs. Luis Rodriguez Remix) [JUST ENTERTAINMENT]

13. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs. W&W – Crowd Control [SMASH THE HOUSE]

14. Oasis – Wonderwall (Chuckie We Will Rock You Mash Up) [CREATION] w/ Abel Ramos & Albert Neve – Flat Beat [MUSICAL FREEDOM]

15. Milk Inc – In My Eyes w/ Bassjackers – The Riddle [SMASH THE HOUSE]

16. Jordan & Baker – Explode [TRAK] w/ Wiwek & Skrillex ft. Eliphant – Killa (Moksi Switch Up) [OWSLA]

17. Milk Inc ft. Silvy – I Don’t Care w/ Mark Bale – People Freak Out [ONES TO WATCH]

18. Public Domain – Operation Blade [SPINNIN’] w/ Wolfpack & Warp Brothers – Phatt Bass 2016 [SMASH THE HOUSE]

19. Darude – Sandstorm [NEO RECORDS] w/ Justice vs. Simian – We Are Your Friends (Acappella) [ED BANGER] w/ Klubbheads – Klubbhopping (Acappella) [BLUE RECORDS] w/ Gammer – The Drop (Dyro Remix) [MONSTERCAT]

20. Swedish House Mafia – One (Garmiani Remix) [POLYDOR/UMG] w/ Gala – Freed From Desire (Acappella) [ZYX] w/ AceJax & WYKO – Toma [DHARMA]

21. Calvin Harris & Disciples ft. Ina Wroldsen – How Deep Is Your Love (Calvin Harris & R3HAB Remix) [SONY] w/ Yan Kings & Maxx Peak ft. Raphael – Blaze Up! [RESHAPE]

22. Dzeko & Torres ft. Delaney Jane – L’amour Toujours (Tiësto Edit) [MUSICAL FREEDOM] w/ Ivan Gough & Feenixpawl ft. Georgi Kay – In My Mind (Axwell Mix) [AXTONE]

23. Matisse & Sadko vs. Vigel – Tengu [DOORN] w/ David Guetta ft. Sia – Titanium (Acappella) [FMIF] w/ David Guetta & Martin Garrix & Brooks – Like I Do [WHAT A MUSIC]

24. Sandro Silva & D.O.D vs. Iceland – Chasing Vikings (Ignazzio & DIMARO Mashup) [MIXMASH] w/ Showtek ft. Vassy – Satisfied [SKINK]

25. Milk Inc. – Walk On Water [CYBER] w/ KSHMR & Maurice West – Festival Of Lights [DHARMA]

26. Bassjackers & Afrojack – What We Live For [WALL] w/ Linkin Park – In The End (Acappella) [WARNER BROS.]

27. Regi – Where Did You Go (Summer Love) (Kumir Remix) [MOSTIKO]

28. Mark With A K – Shake That Speaker [NOIZE JUNKY]

29. Eurythmics – Sweet Dreams [RCA] w/ Milk Inc – Tainted Love (Acappella) w/ ID – ID w/ Tag Team – Whoomp! (There It Is) (Acappella) [LIFE]

30. Zombie Nation – Kernkraft 400 (W&W Bootleg) [FREE/EPM] w/ ID – ID

31. Armin van Buuren – Blah Blah Blah (Regi Remix) [ARMIND]

32. Milk Inc – Go To Hell w/ Coone & TNT aka Technoboy ‘N’ Tuneboy ft. Technotronic – Pump Up The Jam [SMASH THE HOUSE]

33. Ran-D – Zombie [ROUGHSTATE/ARMADA]

34. Milk Inc – Sunrise w/ Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike & Martin Garrix – Tremor (Sensation 2014 Anthem) (Alex Prospect & WILSXN Remix) [SPINNIN’]

35. Kid Cudi ft. MGMT & Ratatat – Pursuit Of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix) [REPUBLIC/GOOD MUSIC]

36. Meduza ft. GOODBOYS – Piece Of Your Heart (CYA Remix) [VIRGIN]

37. Regi ft. OT & Jake Reese – Summer Life [MOSTIKO]

  Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Video Set

[livesets-dj-mixes-edm-podcasts]

Download Regi - Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) for free now!

Artist: Regi Show: Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Quality: 320 Kbps 48000 Khz Genre: Electronic

Discover more TOMORROWLAND 2019 live sets & radioshows HERE

Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Tracklist

01. Human Resource – Dominator [R&S]

02. Ummet Ozcan – Omnia [OZ] w/ Regi ft. Jake Reese – Ellie (Acappella) [CNR]

03. Showtek ft. We Are Loud & Sonny Wilson – Booyah [SPINNIN’] w/ Krunk! & Dirt Cheap – Panic [SUP GIRL]

04. Mightyfools & Niels Van Gogh vs. Dizzee Rascal & Armand Van Helden – Pullover Bonkers (Regi Mashup)

05. Rave Radio vs. Milk Inc. – La Vache Rumble (Regi Mashup) [ONES TO WATCH/HOUSE NATION] w/ Quintino & Curbi – Get Down [SPINNIN’]

06. Clean Bandit ft. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie vs. Snap! – Rockabye vs. Rhythm Is A Dancer (Djs From Mars Club Bootleg) [ARISTA/ATLANTIC] w/ Don Diablo – Anthem (We Love House Music) [HEXAGON]

07. Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman X Steve Angello – Payback [COLUMBIA/SIZE] w/ Corona – Rhythm Of The Night (Acappella) [ZYX] w/ Che Crozz – Squeezer [FREEWAY]

08. Armin van Buuren vs. Human Resource – Dominator (TWIIG Remix) [ARMIND]

09. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike & Regi – Momentum (Dave Till & Edu Barboza Remix) [SMASH THE HOUSE] w/ Fatboy Slim – Star 69 (Acappella) [SKINT] w/ Karim Mika ft. DVNNI – Stars [WALL] w/ Don Diablo – Momentum [HEXAGON]

10. Regi & OT – You Have A Heart (Sem Thomasson Remix) [CNR]

11. Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus – Old Town Road (Remix) [COLUMBIA] w/ FISHER – Losing It [CATCH & RELEASE]

12. Regi & Milo Meskens – Ordinary (Boostedkids vs. Luis Rodriguez Remix) [JUST ENTERTAINMENT]

13. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs. W&W – Crowd Control [SMASH THE HOUSE]

14. Oasis – Wonderwall (Chuckie We Will Rock You Mash Up) [CREATION] w/ Abel Ramos & Albert Neve – Flat Beat [MUSICAL FREEDOM]

15. Milk Inc – In My Eyes w/ Bassjackers – The Riddle [SMASH THE HOUSE]

16. Jordan & Baker – Explode [TRAK] w/ Wiwek & Skrillex ft. Eliphant – Killa (Moksi Switch Up) [OWSLA]

17. Milk Inc ft. Silvy – I Don’t Care w/ Mark Bale – People Freak Out [ONES TO WATCH]

18. Public Domain – Operation Blade [SPINNIN’] w/ Wolfpack & Warp Brothers – Phatt Bass 2016 [SMASH THE HOUSE]

19. Darude – Sandstorm [NEO RECORDS] w/ Justice vs. Simian – We Are Your Friends (Acappella) [ED BANGER] w/ Klubbheads – Klubbhopping (Acappella) [BLUE RECORDS] w/ Gammer – The Drop (Dyro Remix) [MONSTERCAT]

20. Swedish House Mafia – One (Garmiani Remix) [POLYDOR/UMG] w/ Gala – Freed From Desire (Acappella) [ZYX] w/ AceJax & WYKO – Toma [DHARMA]

21. Calvin Harris & Disciples ft. Ina Wroldsen – How Deep Is Your Love (Calvin Harris & R3HAB Remix) [SONY] w/ Yan Kings & Maxx Peak ft. Raphael – Blaze Up! [RESHAPE]

22. Dzeko & Torres ft. Delaney Jane – L’amour Toujours (Tiësto Edit) [MUSICAL FREEDOM] w/ Ivan Gough & Feenixpawl ft. Georgi Kay – In My Mind (Axwell Mix) [AXTONE]

23. Matisse & Sadko vs. Vigel – Tengu [DOORN] w/ David Guetta ft. Sia – Titanium (Acappella) [FMIF] w/ David Guetta & Martin Garrix & Brooks – Like I Do [WHAT A MUSIC]

24. Sandro Silva & D.O.D vs. Iceland – Chasing Vikings (Ignazzio & DIMARO Mashup) [MIXMASH] w/ Showtek ft. Vassy – Satisfied [SKINK]

25. Milk Inc. – Walk On Water [CYBER] w/ KSHMR & Maurice West – Festival Of Lights [DHARMA]

26. Bassjackers & Afrojack – What We Live For [WALL] w/ Linkin Park – In The End (Acappella) [WARNER BROS.]

27. Regi – Where Did You Go (Summer Love) (Kumir Remix) [MOSTIKO]

28. Mark With A K – Shake That Speaker [NOIZE JUNKY]

29. Eurythmics – Sweet Dreams [RCA] w/ Milk Inc – Tainted Love (Acappella) w/ ID – ID w/ Tag Team – Whoomp! (There It Is) (Acappella) [LIFE]

30. Zombie Nation – Kernkraft 400 (W&W Bootleg) [FREE/EPM] w/ ID – ID

31. Armin van Buuren – Blah Blah Blah (Regi Remix) [ARMIND]

32. Milk Inc – Go To Hell w/ Coone & TNT aka Technoboy ‘N’ Tuneboy ft. Technotronic – Pump Up The Jam [SMASH THE HOUSE]

33. Ran-D – Zombie [ROUGHSTATE/ARMADA]

34. Milk Inc – Sunrise w/ Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike & Martin Garrix – Tremor (Sensation 2014 Anthem) (Alex Prospect & WILSXN Remix) [SPINNIN’]

35. Kid Cudi ft. MGMT & Ratatat – Pursuit Of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix) [REPUBLIC/GOOD MUSIC]

36. Meduza ft. GOODBOYS – Piece Of Your Heart (CYA Remix) [VIRGIN]

37. Regi ft. OT & Jake Reese – Summer Life [MOSTIKO]

  Regi – Tomorrowland 2019 (Weekend 2) (Boom, Belgium) Video Set

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Uke 48: Manchester, England

27.11.17-01.12.17

Nathalie  27.11.17 Dette blir mitt siste innlegg på bloggen, og det føles litt rart. Det har vært en fin tur, og jeg er veldig glad for at jeg har fått æren av å skrive om vår siste destinasjon, nemlig Manchester, England. (Selv om vi bodde i Salford.) Flyturen var lang, men grei. Vi fikk en passe sur velkomst av England, da vinden var veldig kald og skarp, og regnet ville konkurrere med vinden over hvem som var verst. Vi diskuterte kort om at en stor über hørtes ut som en god ide, og Nina fikk fatt i en. Eneste problemet var at vi hadde litt problemer med å finne han, så vi måtte gå rundt i det sure været, og ante ikke at han så etter oss og hadde gått ut av bilen sin.. i det sure været… Men vi fant hverandre, og kom oss inn i en fin bil og kjørte av gårde til et ganske flott hotell. Rommene var passe trange, men flott design var det! 

Da vi kom frem viste det seg at vi hadde ankommet hotellet tidligere enn det tidsskjemaet deres likte, så vi satt inne på lobbyen i en halvtime og soste rundt på nettet for å fortelle alle at vi var trygt fremme. (Vi kunne sjekke inn tidligere, men det kostet så klart penger.) Så etter denne korte halvtimen fikk vi rommene våre. Jeg og Nina delte ett denne gangen, og Siri og Karo det andre. (De to hadde faktisk aldri delt rom sammen før.) Vi fikk stelt oss litt og pustet litt i bakken, før vi fant ut at vi var for sultne og nysgjerrige på byen og ut dro vi.

Så da bar turen av sted til outlet Lowry! Jeg, Siri og Karo tok oss en matbit før det bar løs på senteret. Vi skilte lag og gikk alle på hver vår lille shoppingrunde, da de hadde ganske så fine tilbud. Om det ikke var «BLACK FRIDAY» overalt, var det «CHRISTMAS SALE». Så da presterte Nina å finne seg en utmerket jakke til 200kr, og vi fant mange andre ganske fine kjøp der. Vi avtalte at vi skulle møtes med rulletrappen som gikk oppover, halv fem, men flinke meg presterte bare å høre noe med «fem» og rulletrappen oppover, og ikke hvilken. Dette resulterte i at selv om jeg gikk rundt i sirkler fra 16.20 og så etter alt og alle, så var det sånn at når tre stod der, forsvant en, og så plutselig stod bare en igjen, før en annen kom opp, og en tredje kom tilbake, men da stakk en annen igjen. Ble litt styr, men vi klarte da å samle oss før vi gikk tilbake igjen. Vi fant også gjessene her passe morsomme, da de både krysset veien over fotgjengerfeltet veldig pent og syntes det perfekte stedet for å bite fienden sin var i stjerten. Nina syntes det var litt morsomt at Siri prøvde til beste evne å unngå de, mest fordi at Siri hadde prøvd å gå helt oppi sjiraffene i dyrehagen, men en gås var for skummel. 

Deretter gikk vi egentlig bare hjem og jobbet med presentasjonen. 

28.11.30 I dag var dagen for å se på universitetet her for første gang. Vi dro av gårde klokka 9, mest fordi vi først skulle på shopping først, men denne gangen på et nytt senter! Her var det enda flere gode tilbud, og alle endte opp med å kjøpe seg nye sko, da en fikk veldig pene sko med god kvalitet til 200kr og under. Vi splittet ikke opp denne gangen, men gikk fremdeles på en lowkey-egenhånd. Jeg og Karo var litt konfliktet, da det var veldig fint å shoppe, og fine ting og til en fin pris, men vi begge gikk kanskje litt mer amok enn først forventet. (Var vist noe som kaltes vekt og plass i kofferten og budsjett, upsda...) Etter flere butikker forsvant jeg innom Boots, og jeg ble vist der en stund på grunn av det var litt av en kø, så innen jeg kom meg ut av butikken igjen, stod alle de tre andre utenfor å ventet, fordi nå måtte vi gå til skolen. Vi fant frem, og klarte uten store problemer å finne frem til lunsjrommet Louise snakket om, hvor vi møtte James igjen. Snakket litt, oppdaterte hverandre smått før vi møtte Louise og ei av uganderne som studerer her. Deretter ga hun oss en veldig liten omvisning på skolen. Vi gikk blant annet innom sosialt arbeid avdelingen (kontorene og der lærerne oppholder seg.) og møtte på ei av de, som begynte å snakke med Louise. Hun ble såpass interessert i presentasjonen og oppholdet vårt at hun ville at vi skulle komme i morgen og holde presentasjonen for masterstudentene hennes, om det var greit. Vi fikk bittelitt panikk, for presentasjonen var definitivt ikke ferdig enda, men sa ja uansett. Så gikk vi ned og spiste en god lunsj som Louise hadde laget og momset i oss noen kjeks og kaker de hadde brakt med. Vi fikk også snakket en del med flere av de ugandiske studentene her, og det var veldig kos. 

Deretter gikk vi hjem for å virkelig ordne med presentasjonen. Plutselig hadde vi jo en dag mindre på oss for å gjøre den ferdig. Etter mange timers arbeid dro vi ut til Chiquito for å spise, der vi endte opp med å bestille to «Share»-måltider som var beregnet på 3-4 personer. Vi alle tok en sjanse på at det betydde "til 2 personer", og skulle man sett... Vi er vist 6-8 personer i følge måltidet, og ikke 3-4. Godt var det uansett! Fikk også med meg en stoooor flaske vann, da jeg er hun som alltid drasser med seg en liter med vann uavhengig av hvor i verden hun befinner seg. Om noen lurte. 

(Nina fikk en salted popcorn milkshake og var helt fascinert)

29.11.17

Måtte opp mye tidligere i dag (det vil si, klokka halv syv-syv.), spiste noe frokost og dro av gårde til skolen. Vi fikk fort tak i Louise, printet ut hva enn som trengtes (takk og lov for at alt var på minnepennen.) og opp til klasserommet gikk vi. Vi var alle litt nervøse++ da vi skulle ha fremføring for eldre masterstudenter, og jeg følte hvert fall på et større press. Men presentasjonen gikk bra, folk stilte spørsmål og vi fikk flere folk interesserte i å gjøre prosjekter / frivillig arbeid i Uganda, så det var jo litt gøy! 

Og vet dere hva vi ville gjøre etter presentasjonen? Joda. Mer shopping. Men denne gangen dro jeg og Karo til Salford Shopping City igjen (der vi var i går), fordi veska hun hadde kjøpt seg hadde en ødelagt glidelås. Mens vi to så litt på tightser, fikk vi melding av Nina at de dro av gårde til Picadilly Garden, fordi det ble litt kaldt og de ville på julemarkedet. Så da fant vi en buss som gikk dit, og dro av gårde. Det viste seg at det var en Primark rett i nærheten av markedet, så i stede for å gå til markedet, endte vi alle 4 relativt fortapt i den gigantiske butikken. Det var så utrolig mye der??? Jeg tror vi alle fire ble passe overveldet av alt de solgte. 

Siri og Nina hadde vist mistet hverandre ganske fort, og så ikke hverandre igjen. Jeg og Karo derimot holdt litt mer sammen, mest fordi Karo ikke hadde (har) mulighet for å sende melding eller bruke 4G her, så for å forsikre oss om at vi alle alltid kunne holde kontakten, gikk vi sammen. Det var «bare» tre etasjer i butikken, men de var såpass lange og brede, at jeg og Karo måtte bare innse at vi kunne ikke ta sjansen på å besøke den nederste etasjen, da vi stod der med en stor bag full av klær vi ville prøve, og jeg hadde masse negler og vipper i min også. Det var passe store korger de har. Er ganske sikker på at de er vant med at folk går ganske amok der. Hvert fall i juletidene. Jeg savnet pyjamasene, da de hadde utrolig masse rundt Disney-tema! Lurer på om jeg må reise bort dit en dag med en helt tom koffert, bare sånn at jeg kan fylle den opp med alt det fine de har der, heh. Etter noen timer på butikken, fikk vi melding av Nina at hun og Siri beveget seg mot et sted å spise, så jeg og Karo fikk gatenavnet og ut gikk vi for å finne de to andre. Vi fant dem og bestemte oss for å spise på en italiensk restaurant som hadde halv pris på hele menyen. Siri har hatt en greie hvor hun har blitt passe matlei++, og dermed endt opp med å bestille en del Margarita pizzaer. Denne gangen skulle hun ikke velge det, men heller en med skinke over. Det endte jo opp med at hun spiste opp alle skinkebitene først, og egentlig endte opp med en Margarita pizza allikevel. Jeg fikk også møte ei venninne av meg (Som også heter Karoline.) som gikk på folkehøgskolen med meg! Hun møtte oss der, før hun viste oss veien til julemarkedet på Albert Square, som skal være det mest populære. (Ikke det største.) Vi ble møtt av en gigantisk og passe creepy nisse som stod høyt oppe, og masse boder. 

Jeg tror Manchester har en ting for å skille oss av, fordi det var 4 rekker med mange boder. Og her var det sånn at vi mistet hverandre hele tiden. Først gikk vi alle 5, før Nina forsvant. Da fant vi ikke henne igjen før minst et kvarter senere, hun ble med oss og så forsvant ei annen. Hver gang vi fant hverandre igjen, endte det opp med at 1-2 andre forsvant. Det kom til et punkt hvor Nina forsvant igjen, jeg stoppet opp, og da med venninnen min som stoppet opp med meg, og Siri og Karo fortsatte å gå,og før du viste ordet av det var vi splittet og fant hverandre ikke igjen. Normalt sett ville ikke det være et problem, hadde det ikke vært for at min mobil gikk tom for strøm, Siri sin mobil hadde også tatt kvelden, det ville kostet en formue å bruke Karo sin mobil og selv om Karoline (venninnen min) kunne kontaktet Nina, ville vi ikke kommet så langt. 

Jeg og venninnen min fant Nina med en kopp kakao, da hun hadde bestemt seg for å stå stille, sånn at kanskje vi fant henne. Deretter gikk vi litt på tur etter de to andre, men endte jo bare med å gå i sirkler to ganger uten hell. Så vi stod og ventet. Og ventet. Og ventet. Vi kom til konklusjonen at vi må ha hatt passe dårlig timing, da de andre to sikkert gikk da vi gikk, og stoppet opp da vi stoppet opp. Men vi fant hverandre til slutt! Og så kom neste utfordring… Vi skulle hjem. 

(Mens vi ventet på de andre tok vi en selfie med en politimann)

Nina og Siri fant 50-bussen de hadde tatt tidligere, og gikk ombord. Karo og jeg ble derimot stoppet, for det viste seg at Manchester har TO forskjellige busselskaper, som ikke samarbeider. Så bussbilletten vi hadde fra før (dagsbillett) var ikke gyldig der. Og det viste seg at selskapet vi hadde billett til ikke gikk til stedet vi skulle, men bare universitetet… Så da endte jeg og Karo opp med å ta bussen til Salford University og bare gikk hjem. Vi er begge klar over at vi bare kunne ha kjøpt billett, men vi hadde da våre grunner. Jeg er også fan av en forfriskende gåtur om kvelden, så jeg hadde ikke noe særlig i mot det, egentlig. Vi fikk oss hjem til slutt, og jeg lurer på hva Siri og Nina holdt på med, fordi vi kom hjem før de. Det betydde at alle fikk slappet litt av, før Siri sendte en melding om at kino hadde vært gøy. Så da endte vi opp med å gå tilbake til Lowry outlet, kjøpe oss noe mat i mathallen der, og så gå for å se filmen jeg ikke husker navnet på, men som er en remake hvert fall! (Selv om de siste årene har jo nesten bare bestått av remakes…) Siri likte ikke helt hvordan de hadde fremstilt hovedpersonen i forhold til boka, men ellers var det gøy. Vi traff ikke på noen gjess på veien hjem denne gangen...  30.11.17 Så i dag var det opp tidlig også, for å gå til universitetet, for i dag skulle vi fremføre den faktiske fremføringen. Det var en utrolig kald morgen, men vi kom da oss frem. (Jeg glemte lua mi, og løp opp for å hente den, men da funka ikke kortet mitt.. Så gadd ikke å løpe opp igjen. Ørene mine var passe sure på meg.) Da vi kom frem syntes læreren (ikke Louise, men hun som hadde klassen vi skulle ha presentasjonen for) at vi så veldig kalde ut og spurte om vi ville ha noe te, noe vil ønsket. Så da fikk vi hver vår kopp, før vi fulgte Louise opp til klasserommet. Det var et passe søtt og lite klasserom, med en søt, liten klasse. Vi fikk sagt hei til Hajira og Sophie (de to britene som hadde bodd i Uganda i 1 måned.), så det var kos at de kom! 

Under fremføringen så presterte jeg å hoppe over et lite avsnitt, men det så ut som det egentlig gikk ganske bra. Læreren var «blown away», noe som Sophie på kvelden fortalte oss at hun var så overrasket over, fordi hun er vist veldig pirkete og kritisk. Men hun elsket det, og Louise gjorde det også, så vi er fornøyd. Vi ble igjen til neste presentasjon som handlet om «people with learning disabilities being sexually abused», da det handlet mye om hvordan de kunne søke om hjelp etterpå og utfordringene de slet med å få hjelp. Hun læreren hadde vært med på å gjøre researchen, men hadde satt ei med lærevanskeligheter i ledelsen, og læreren selv bare arrangerte og ordnet ting og litt sånt, fordi hun mente at det er fint om de får en stemme og faktisk kan fortelle og mener at de vet bedre om dette emnet enn oss. Det synets vi alle var veldig flott, og følte hun fikk gode resultater og bredere forståelse. (Det gjorde da vi også.) Så fikk vi gjort en avtale med Sophie og hun fortalte oss om ruta vi skulle ta, og gikk hjem. Vi tok oss en lunsj på Hungry Horse fordi Siri hadde vært veldig gira på det tidligere, men da vi hadde gått første gangen, var det uten henne, fordi hun var sliten etter første dag med shoppingen og ville sove. Hun hadde jo funnet brownies’en fra i går (julemarkedet) og spist opp den, så hun var ikke spesielt sulten. Nina derimot bestilte en full frokost med masse mat + en starter, så morsomt å se kontrasten. Viste seg at i dag skulle være en passe slitsom dag, fordi alle gikk på rommene sine etterpå, og gjorde småting før alle ble passe daffe. Jeg presterte å nesten sovne (duppet sikkert av…), Nina sovnet og aner ikke hva som foregikk på de to andres rom, men stille var det. Da klokken nærmet seg halv syv stelte oss for å gå ut å spise igjen. Siri fikk dessverre et gallesteinanfall igjen, og måtte bli igjen hjemme… Så vi tre andre dro ut, og løp bort til trikken sånn at vi kunne rekke den. Det vi ikke viste var at trikken syntes det var urimelig at vi skulle kunne bestille mer enn en billett av gangen, så Karo var den eneste som akkurat hadde klart å få bestilt en billett før trikken kjørte videre… (Var bare 7 minutter ventetid til den neste, men fremdeles.) Vi måtte ta en overgang til en annen trikk, og dro to stopp videre. Da presterte Nina å lene seg mot «Call» knappen for mennesker med funksjonshemninger som trenger hjelp, og boksen begynte å snakke. (Eller; En mann i en telefon knyttet til boksen begynte å snakke.) Jeg og Nina så rett ned på den og jeg unnskyldte oss raskt, og at vi bare kom borti knappen. Karo skjønte først ingenting og lurte på hvorfor vi snakket til en boks… Vi fant ut for sent også at vi egentlig kunne bare gått fra stoppestedet til overgangen, fordi det hadde vært nærmere der vi skulle spise, så vi endte opp med å gå unødvendig langt. Jeg hadde jo ingenting i mot det, da jeg følte jeg fikk sett litt mer av byen. 

Vi fant hvert fall frem og spiste på dette kjempeflotte thai stedet! Karo sin rett var vist ganske sterk, for hun satt med passe våte øyne, og måtte ta seg pauser en del. Hun likte det veldig godt da, så hun var veldig fornøyd. 

Deretter gikk vi ut til tipiene som var satt opp, og inni var det masse flotte julelys. De kjøpte seg noe å drikke, før vi snakket om hvor i Norge vi var fra, hvor foreldrene hennes (Sophie) skulle flytte, og om en av sakene Sophie er veldig opptatt av; Samer og urfolkene i Skandinavia. Vi fikk snakket en del om det finske skolesystemet, og sammenlignet det med England og Norge. 

Vi gikk videre til en eller annen bar for å vente. Hun hadde en kompis som var sønnen til en fyr som eide et ganske kult utested, som kunne få oss inn på gjestelista, om vi kunne vente i en halvtime eller så, noe vi gjorde. Og det var veldig verdt det! Stedet var passe grungy, folk gikk med utrolig kule klær og musikken var variert og mange gamle hits, sammen med alternative og grunge band musikk. Syntes det så litt kaldt ut noe av det noen av folkene der hadde på seg, da det var både nettingstopper og korte underdeler. (Kult var det, men det var fremdeles passe kaldt ute.) I to-tiden kom vi oss hjem, og sluknet ganske så raskt. 

01.12.17 I dag var vår siste dag. Vi stod alle opp mellom 7-8, pakket resterende og bare tenkte litt over turen hjem igjen. Jeg og Karo gikk ned for å spise frokost der, og diskuterte litt hvordan turen hadde vært og hva vi egentlig følte rundt alt dette. Vi så at klokka begynte å bli mye, så vi spiste raskt opp, hentet bagasjen vår og så var vi alle fire klare for å finne übersjåføren Nina hadde fikset til oss. Han var lett å finne, og turen frem gikk greit. Vi lærte også i dag at folka i Manchester ikke er alltid like flinke på skiltene sine. Når du er inni selve flyplassen er det ikke et problem, men å finne skranken du skal sjekke inn i ble vanskeligere, da terminal «B» var dit vi skulle, og eneste som stod ved den bokstaven var et fremmed flyselskap. Men vi kom oss da igjennom og fikk sjekket inn alt! Viste seg at det ikke skulle være det eneste som testet oss i dag, da sikkerhetskontrollen tok alt for lang tid. Jeg presterte å glemme ut en maskara i veska mi, så veska og maskaraen måtte undersøkes. Karo må også ha glemt noe, for den skulle også sjekkes. Nina var på tilfeldig kontrollsjekk, og både Nina og Siri sine sekker ble satt på vent, fordi de skulle grundig sjekkes. Menneskene som jobbet der var ikke like konsekvent med hvem var først i køen og hadde ventet lengst, så det endte opp med at Siri og Nina ventet en god stund før de fikk alle tingene sine, men da vi fikk sekkene, gikk det meste bra. Vi forsvant fra hverandre igjen, fordi jeg skulle rote rundt for å finne nye hudprodukter, selv om Nina bare hørte «food-produkter». Det endte med at Siri og Karo gikk sammen, mens jeg og Nina hadde vær vår misjon, og endte opp med å gå til gaten alene. Men vi ble da samlet igjen med plassene våre, og turen til Norge gikk ganske greit. Gjennom hele flyturen halvsov Karo, mens jeg prøvde å filosofere litt for meg selv, mens jeg så ut av vinduet. En stor grunn var fordi den lange turen vår er over nå, og det er mye å se tilbake på. Det er fremdeles mange ting jeg ikke helt har fått skjønt har skjedd enda. (Tror jeg). Andre grunnen var fordi jeg ikke ante hvor jeg hadde gjort av head-settet mitt, og dermed ikke kunne høre på podcasts eller musikken min… Så da filosoferer man dypt mens man ser ut av vinduet! 

(Første møte med Norge på tre måneder)

Vel fremme på bakken ble vi skilt enda en gang . Jeg og Siri gikk til Duty Free’en, men vi skulle forskjellige veier og VIPS så var alle på egenhånd igjen. Ser ut som det kalde været gjør noe med orienteringsevnen vår og ønsket om å holde sammen. Men vi fikk handlet alt vi skulle og alle fikk all bagasjen sin! Hele turen og alle reisene har gått overraskende godt, da all bagasjen har alltid kommet frem og det ikke har vært noe tull. (Foruten om knivene til Siri, som bare gjorde turen vår lettere, sånn egentlig.) Først stod jeg og Siri og lurte på om vi skulle bevege på oss for å finne de andre, da vi så Karo komme med et stoort smil løpende mot oss. Hun snakket lavt, mens hun småhoppet en gang eller to og fortalte oss om at «Nina sin mor er her! Jeg trodde han snakket om Siri sin, men han svarte at hun kom fra nordnorge!! IKKE SI NOE TIL NINA! Jeg måtte bare si det til noen. Hvor er Nina????» og hun kom som bestilt ti sekunder etter stilte spørsmålet. Vi gikk alle fornøyd bortover, og jeg mumlet noe om at vi trengte et bilde med all bagasjen vår, fordi det var en del å drasse på for oss alle. Nina var definitivt ikke forberedt på å se moren sin i det hele tatt. Det ble noen tårer felt fra de begge, og mange gode klemmer. Bendik kom for å møte Karo, Siri sin mor (og to andre jeg ikke vet hvem er) møtte Siri med et stort skilt som sa «Velkommen hjem Siri». Det var veldig fint å se hvor savnet de var blitt, og hvor heldig jeg har vært for å kunne vært med disse tre flotte jentene i hele tre måneder. Vi tok et siste Uganda-prosjekt-tur bildet sammen. Så klemte vi hverandre. Og så skilte vi lag.

[rickmoya]

the books I read in 2017

Way better this year, thanks to no school after May.

Snow Crash, Neal Stephenson

Ella Enchanted, Gail Carson Levine

The Elephants of Style, Bill Walsh

Scrappy Little Nobody, Anna Kendrick

The Indian in the Cupboard, Lynne Reid Banks

The Rise of Writing: Redefining Mass Literacy, Deborah Brandt

Dirty Jokes and Beer, Drew Carey

Dead Birds Singing, Mark Talbert

White Teeth, Zadie Smith

Screwball, Alberta Armer

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, J.K. Rowling

Words Fail Me, Patricia O'Conner

The Moves Make the Man, Bruce Brooks

Best. State. Ever., Dave Barry

Good Job, Brain!, Karen Chu et al.

Tell Everyone: Why We Share and Why It Matters, Alfred Hermida

Multimodality: A Social Semiotic Approach to Contemporary Communication, Gunther Kress

Media Convergence, Graham Meikle and Sherman Young1

Eleanor and Park, Rainbow Rowell

Fangirl, Rainbow Rowell

Carry On, Rainbow Rowell

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Newt Scamander

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, Sherman Alexie

Ghosts, Raina Telgemeier

Endymion Spring, Matthew Skelton

All I Know About Animal Behavior I Learned in Loehmann's Dressing Room, Erma Bombeck

Wonder, R.J. Palacio

Power-Up: How Japanese Video Games Gave the World an Extra Life, Chris Kohler

My Favorite Band Does Not Exist, Robert T. Jeschonek

It Started With Goodbye, Christina June

36 Views of Mount Fuji, Cathy N. Davidson

I'm Not Your Manic Pixie Dream Girl, Gretchen McNeil

Less Than Zero, Bret Easton Ellis

There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom, Louis Sachar

Almost Transparent Blue, Ryu Murakami

The Crossover, Kwame Alexander

MARTians, Blythe Woolston

The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, J.K. Rowling

I Am Number Four, Pittacus Lore

The Adventures of Dr. McNinja Omnibus vol. 1, Christopher Hastings2

Open Ice, Pat Hughes

The Hate U Give, Angie Thomas

Athlete Vs. Mathlete, W.C. Mack

Thirteen Reasons Why, Jay Asher

The Only Thing Worse Than Me is You, Lily Anderson

We'll Laugh Again, Art Buchwald

Skink: No Surrender, Carl Hiaasen

Hungry Monkey, Matthew Amster-Burton

Geek Love, Katherine Dunn

Live Right and Find Happiness (Though Beer is Much Faster), Dave Barry

Charmed Life, Diana Wynne Jones

When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops?, George Carlin

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, J.K. Rowling3

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, Junot Diaz

The Nerdist Way, Chris Hardwick

American Band, Kristen Laine

Do Bananas Chew Gum?, Jamie Gilson

We Are Never Meeting in Real Life, Samantha Irby

The Baseball Codes, Jason Turbow

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, J.K. Rowling

Major Crush, Jennifer Echols

I Hope I Screw This Up, Kyle Cease

Music Lessons, Stephanie Stein Crease

Dinky Hocker Shoots Smack!, M.E. Kerr

Navajo Afterglow, Melvin Eisenstadt

Notes from an Accidental Band Geek, Erin Dionne

Saxophone for Dummies, Denis Gabel and Michael Villmow

Losers Take All, David Klass

The Geek Girl's Guide to Cheerleading, Charity Tahmaseb and Darcy Vance

My Custom Van, Michael Ian Black

The Upside of Unrequited, Becky Albertalli

Stargirl, Jerry Spinelli

The Book of Basketball, Bill Simmons

italics: read it before bold: read it to my kids in bed

This is where I finished my research and writing for grad school. From here forward, it’s almost all new YA, with some essayists and nonfiction sprinkled in.

I know that I read more comics than this, but I guess I didn’t write them down.

This is the British edition that I bought from a second-hand shop in London, so I’m claiming that I’d never read it even though it’s not so different.

I also did the Book Riot Read Harder challenge, and I did OK. Missed four, or possibly three because I feel weird Googling the sexual preference of authors.

[cynthiabryanuk]

The Most In-Demand UK Cities of 2018… So Far!

Following on from our Most in-Demand Towns, we’ve taken a closer look at which cities are proving the most popular with Holiday Lettings visitors so far in 2018. From the world-renowned landmarks of London to maritime marvels in Portsmouth, these UK cities are proving popular, so if you want a piece of the action, now’s the time to book!

Most popular cities in the UK, 2018

Choose from apartments and penthouses in the city centre or countryside cottages on the outskirts – whatever type of rental you’re looking for, and whatever your budget, Holiday Lettings has plenty of rentals to book in these 15 fantastic cities.

#1 Edinburgh, Scotland

Home to the Royal Mile, the Edinburgh Fringe, Edinburgh Castle and Mary King’s Close, this beautiful city will have you coming back year after year. There’s never a dull moment in Edinburgh, with street performers, art exhibitions and museums around every corner. Eating out is an exciting and diverse experience, too. Aside from the legendary deep-fried haggis, you’ll find all kinds of cuisine from a Swedish smorgasbord to a warming bowl of Scottish Cullen Skink. End your day by joining a spooky ghost walk before snuggling up at your private holiday rental.

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#2 London, England

It’s really no surprise that London is on this list. With more attractions than you can shake a stick at, this groovy capital is home to world-renowned landmarks like Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. The amazing galleries, such as the Tate Modern and the National Portrait Gallery, have an everlasting appeal. And when it comes to eating out, the options are endless; you’ll find everything from contemporary Japanese cuisine to old fashioned Cockney pie and mash shops. If shopping gets you excited, head to Portobello Road where you’ll find unique and vintage treasures. Or maybe browse the high-end shops at Covent Garden.

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#3 York, England

York’s rich history, family-friendly activities and romantic cobbled streets are just a few of the reasons why this fascinating city has ended up on this list. Unleash your inner trainspotter at the award-winning National Railway Museum. Discover what life was like for the Vikings at the Jorvik Viking Centre. Hop on a boat and take a tour of York from the river. And if you’re partial to a pint of traditionally made ale, then a visit to York Brewery in the city centre is a must. There are many free things to do in York too. See historic sights around every corner, including the City of York Walls: the longest medieval town walls in England, and the Shambles: a narrow cobbled street of overhanging timber-framed buildings dating back to the 14th century.

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#4 Bath, England

This splendid city with its sweeping crescents and Georgian architecture is a firm favourite for holidays in the UK. Must-dos include taking a dip at the Thermae Bath Spa open-air rooftop pool, enjoying a picnic in the leafy Alexandra Park and visiting the Jane Austen Centre. Here, you can learn more about celebrated author Jane Austen who spent many a social season in Bath and used it as a backdrop for one of her most-loved romantic works, Persuasion. While you’re there, try a tasty treat with a fascinating history at Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum.

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#5 Liverpool, England

In need of an energising break after a gloomy winter? Vibrant Liverpool is just the tonic. Perhaps best known for Liverpool Football Club and the Beatles, this diverse city also has a long maritime history and two stunning cathedrals. Watched over by the iconic Liver birds perched atop the Liver Building and served by the famous Mersey Ferry, the city is a popular destination with visitors of all ages. Fans of the ‘Fab Four’ will love the Beatles Story attraction and the recreated Cavern Club. After the whirl of sightseeing, unwind at one of the bars or restaurants in the heart of the city, the Albert Dock. Why not try a hearty bowl of Scouse for an authentic Liverpudlian dining experience?

Look for a lively break in Liverpool

#6 Chester, England

It’s no surprise that Chester is one of the most in-demand cities as there’s so much to see and do. It boasts the oldest racecourse in Britain, and the largest Roman amphitheatre. The cathedral dates back to the late 13th century and is a testament to the skilled artisans that built it all those years ago. For a fantastic way to see the sights, board a boat trip along the River Dee. Make sure you’re on time for your trip by checking your watch by the famous Eastgate clock. And for a fun family day out, head to Chester Zoo before putting your feet up back at your private holiday rental.

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#7 Manchester, England

From elegant theatres to live music venues, Manchester has a vibrant cultural scene to rival anywhere in the world. For entertainment on a grand scale, the Palace Theatre hosts world-class productions that’ll leave you feeling inspired. If you enjoy exploring on foot, join a city trail or head for the Manchester hills. Kids will love Chill Factore, the UK’s longest indoor skiing and snowboarding slope. And for art lovers, The Manchester Museum is the place to be. If you love a night out on the town, you’re in the right place! Manchester’s varied social scene means you can see a live gig, splurge on a fine dining experience and sip freshly-mixed cocktails all on the same night! At the end of a fun-filled day, get some well earned shut-eye at a spacious townhouse or cosy apartment in the centre of the city.

‘Mad fer it’? Pick a place in Manchester.

#8 Portsmouth, England

Portsmouth is well known for its fascinating maritime history and for a comprehensive insight into the Royal Navy, past and present, this is the place to visit. It’s home to three of the UK’s most famous ships: The Mary Rose, H.M.S. Victory and H.M.S. Warrior. Experience the city from two entirely different perspectives: for a birds eye view, visit the Iconic Emirates Spinnaker Tower or see the city from the sea with a boat tour of the historic dockyard. Literature lovers might want to pay homage of one of our best loved authors with a trip to the home of Charles Dickens. And if you’re feeling peckish, Portsmouth has plenty of independent cafes, restaurants and gastro-pubs to choose from.

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#9 Glasgow, Scotland

From the spectacular Glasgow Science Centre with its planetarium and hands-on exhibits, to the beautiful Botanic Gardens, home to hundreds of plant species, there’s never a dull moment in this culturally-rich city. If you like a bit of retail therapy, you’re in for a treat. From big-name brands to quirky independents, Glasgow’s got it all. In need of some inspiration? Then take a stroll around Glasgow’s thought-provoking art galleries and museums where you can discover more about this vibrant city. There are plenty of green spaces where you can sit back and relax, away from the bustle of the city, so don’t forget your picnic blanket!

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#10 Lincoln, England

This welcoming city oozes history, from its 12th-century cathedral to its Norman architecture. A good place to start when visiting Lincoln is the visit to the Museum of Lincolnshire Life where you can find out more about the people and culture of Lincolnshire from 1750 to the present day. If you’re feeling energetic, stomp your way up Steep Hill where you’ll be rewarded with quaint cafes and a range of independent shops. A visit to Doddington Hall and Gardens is a great family day out. Children can explore the ‘fairy dell’ and discover the history of the Elizabethan hall. Why not stock up on some local produce at the market before heading back to your self-catering rental to cook a delicious feast?

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#11 Inverness, Scotland

Whatever the weather, there’s always something to do in Inverness. Explore the leafy Botanical Gardens, peruse the pieces at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or soak up the history with a visit to the castle and cathedral. On a sunny day, walk along the River Ness where you can spot the Eden Court Theatre en route. And if you enjoy a ‘wee dram’ of whiskey to warm your cockles, take a tour of the Tomatin Distillery set in the beautiful Scottish countryside. The landscape in this area is stunning so it’s perfect for outdoorsy types as well as city slickers.

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#12 Belfast, Northern Ireland

If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, you’ll love a trip to Belfast. See some of the filming locations for the seven kingdoms such as the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the Cushendun Caves (400-million-year-old caves used in the show). Art aficionados, foodies and history-lovers will be in their element as Belfast as it is full of striking galleries, cutting-edge restaurants and fascinating museums. For a great way to see the city, join a bus tour to see the city hall, parliament buildings and the opera house. And no trip to Belfast is complete without a visit to the Titanic Belfast: a museum dedicated to the ship’s fateful voyage.

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#13 Plymouth, England

Plymouth’s seafaring past is just one of the reasons to visit this fantastic city. Find out about the Pilgrim Fathers’ adventures on the Mayflower and their epic voyage to the New World at the Mayflower Visitors Centre. For more history, visit the Elizabethan House and the Elizabethan Garden: a rare example of a sea captain’s home from the 1600s. If this is thirsty work, then a visit to Plymouth Gin distillery could be your next port of call. Plus, Plymouth has galleries, gift shops and boutiques aplenty where you can buy yourself a memento of your holiday.

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#14 Cardiff, Wales

This fun and friendly city isn’t just a favourite with shoppers, it’s loved by foodies, culture-vultures and art-lovers, too. Local attractions include the ever-popular Doctor Who Museum and the Millennium Stadium. Science fans should spend the day at Techniquest: an interactive museum where children (and grown-ups, for that matter) can solve puzzles before exploring the stars at the Planetarium. The castle is another highlight and its proximity to the centre makes it an easy stop off when out and about. Add to that a huge range of entertainment and dining options, a stay in Cardiff is as bright and cheerful as a sunny yellow daffodil.

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#15 Bristol, England

From art galleries to street art, industrial landmarks to Georgian architecture, Bristol is a destination that doesn’t disappoint. The Clifton Suspension Bridge – designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel – which spans the Avon Gorge is a must-see, as is the S.S. Great Britain, another of Brunel’s impressive designs. But Bristol isn’t just about bridges and ships. Art lovers will be in their element exploring the city’s fantastic galleries, and history buffs will love the The Georgian House Museum where they can find out about life above and below stairs 200 years ago. The zoo is perfect for a family day out and the cathedral should also be on your list of places to visit in Bristol. Bristol is also the home of enigmatic street artist Banksy, so be sure to look out for his work during your visit.

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Fiction Wither And Blossom | Oka Ja Kukinto By: Suvi Kauppila I have outlived my parents and my little brother. My memory isn’t what it used to be.

Oka Ja Kukinto | Wither And Blossom By: Suvi Kauppila Olen saatellut lepoon vanhempani ja pikkuveljeni. Muistini ei ole enää entisensä.

Faces and Thoughts | څېرې او اندېښنې By: Abdul wakil Sulamal Translated by: James Caron He had commissioned one of those mansions that people have nowadays, furnished with marble and stone, that he had just moved into two weeks ago.

څېرې او اندېښنې | Faces and Thoughts By: Abdul wakil Sulamal دا چې خداى ( ج) څنګه پرې دا هر څه لورولي وو ، دا اوږده کيسه ده ، خو صاحب چې اوس په کومو شنو او سروکې لوبېده ، هر سړى ورته ګوته په غاښ او هک پک حيران و . نه يې د پيسو شمېر کېده او نه هم د راز راز موټرو ، بنګلو او نورو حسابونو کتابونو … داسې ماڼۍ چې نن سبا دى په کې دېره و او پوره دوه اونۍ د مخه يې نوې رانيولې وه ، کله په خوب کې هم نه وه ليدلې او نه خو هم له ده سره کله داسې تصور

Reprint Shira | שירה By: Lavie Tidhar Nur remembered a paragraph from one of Tirosh’s poems, from the single book he published, two years before the twentieth century came to an end: “The morning rises: another train station…”

שירה | Shira By: Lavie Tidhar נור נזכרה בבית אחד משיר של תירוש, מהספר היחיד שהוא פרסם, שנתיים לפני סוף המאה העשרים: “הבוקר עולה; עוד תחנת רכבת. השמיים בכחול כהה ופנסי הרחוב דולקים; אנשים, כמו תיבות טבועות של אוצרות עתיקים, יו��בים במצולותיהם. מוקדם מדי להתחיל בפעולות חילוץ: לשעה קלה, לפני שהשמש תזרח, אנחנו לבד.” היא לא אהבה את הדימוי, לא מצאה בו את המקוריות הדרושה כדי להפוך את השיר למשהו מעבר למשני, אבל עדיין… היא חשבה עליו עכשיו, מכיוון שבדרכו שלו, תירוש תפש, בשיר, מהות מסוימת של מסע. לתחנה היה שם רשמי בו לא נעשה שימוש; עבור תושבי העיר, לפחות, היה לה רק שם אחד, שילוב

Poetry Celestial Nirvana—written by the Curiosity Rover upon landing on Mars | 星球湼槃─為好奇號登陸火星而寫 By: Ko Hua Chen | 陳克華 Translated by: Annie Sheng I traveled eight and a half months to finally pay a visit to / Earth’s brother, separated and scattered a distance away

星球湼槃─為好奇號登陸火星而寫 | Celestial Nirvana–written by the Curiosity Rover upon landing on Mars By: Ko Hua Chen | 陳克華 走了八個半月終於得以拜見

Podcasts

Podcast: Wither And Blossom Art by: Suvi Kauppila Podcast read by: Anaea Lay Translated by: Suvi Kauppila In this episode of the Strange Horizons podcast, editor Anaea Lay presents Suvi Kauppila’s “Wither And Blossom.”

Podcast: Wither And Blossom – Finnish By: Suvi Kauppila Podcast read by: Suvi Kauppila Translated by: Suvi Kauppila In this episode of the Strange Horizons podcast, editor Anaea Lay presents Suvi Kauppila’s “Wither And Blossom – Finnish.”

Podcast: Faces and Thoughts By: Abdul wakil Sulamal Podcast read by: Anaea Lay In this episode of the Strange Horizons podcast, editor Anaea Lay presents Abdul wakil Sulamal’s “Faces and Thoughts.”

Podcast: Faces and Thoughts – Pashto By: Abdul wakil Sulamal Podcast read by: Abdul wakil Sulamal In this episode of the Strange Horizons podcast, editor Anaea Lay presents Abdul wakil Sulamal’s “Faces and Thoughts.”

Podcast: Shira By: Lavie Tidhar Podcast read by: Anaea Lay Translated by: Lavie Tidhar In this episode of the Strange Horizons podcast, editor Anaea Lay presents Lavie Tidhar’s “Shira.” The original Hebrew language version of this story was first published on the Israeli SFF Society website, by editor Nir Yaniv. It is also a reprint of the English version, originally published in The Del Rey Book of Science Fiction and Fantasy, edited by Ellen Datlow, 2008.

Reviews

Monday: Orbital Cloud by Taiyo Fujii, translated by Timothy Silver By: Rachel CordascoScience Fiction StoriesThe Worldless by Indrapramit Das Author spotlightDeath Every Seventy-Two Minutes by Adam-Troy Castro Author spotlightCome-from-Aways by Julian Mortimer Smith Author spotlightFantasy StoriesPhantom Pain by Eileen Gunn Author spotlightThe Debt of the Innocent by Rachel Swirsky Author spotlightThe Stone Lover by Marta Randall Author spotlightLa Peau Verte by Caitlín R. KiernanSoccer Fields and Frozen Lakes by Greg Kurzawa Author spotlightNonfictionEditorial, March 2017 by John Joseph AdamsTV Review: March 2017 by Joseph Allen HillBook Reviews: March 2017 by Amal El-Mohtar

Interview: Nnedi Okorafor by Christian A. Coleman

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NOVELLA: Proving the Rule by Holly Phillips

NOVEL EXCERPT: Orbital Cloud by Taiyo Fujii

AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Holly Phillips by Robyn Lupo March/April 2017 Vol. 41 Nos. 3 & 4

NOVELLA

Tao Zero Damien Broderick

NOVELETTES

Soulmates.com Will McIntosh

Three Can Keep a Secret Bill Johnson & Gregory Frost

Kitty Hawk Alan Smale

The Wisdom of the Group Ian R. MacLeod

SHORT STORIES

Number Thirty-Nine Skink Suzanne Palmer

The Ones Who Know Where They Are Going Sarah Pinsker

Invasion of the Saucer-Men Dale Bailey

Cupido Rich Larson

A Singular Event in the Fourth Dimension Andrea M. Pawley

After the Atrocity Ian Creasey

Goner Gregory Norman Bossert

We Regret the Error Terry Bisson

POETRY

Mount Rushmore Marge Simon

Small Certainties Sara Polsky

Almost Certainly a Time Traveler Jarod K. Anderson

Surreal Axioms Bruce Boston

Note from Olympus Mons Robert Frazier

Rock, Paper, Scissors Robert Borski

DEPARTMENTS

Guest Editorial: Things Change James Patrick Kelly

Reflections: Forty Years! Robert Silverberg

On the Net: Screen Dreams James Patrick Kelly

Next Issue

On Books Peter Heck

The SF Conventional Calendar Erwin S. Strauss

Words from the Editor-in-Chief by Jason Sizemore

“Luminaria” by John Hornor Jacobs (Novelette)

Interview with Author John Hornor Jacobs by Andrea Johnson (March 8th)

“Waste” by Mary Elizabeth Burroughs (Short Story)

“Jesus Christ, Reanimator” by Ken MacLeod (Short Story)

Interview with Cover Artist Caroline Jamhour by Russell Dickerson (March 28th)

Books Worth Your Time by the Apex staff

Words for Thought: Short Fiction Review by A.C. Wise From the Story Vaults: Paperclips and Memories and Things That Won’t Be Missed by Caroline Yaochim

Podcast Fiction

NOVELLAS

Nexus Michael F. Flynn

Plaisir D’Amour John Alfred Taylor

NOVELETTES

Europa’s Survivors

Marianne J. Dyson

Host Eneasz Brodski

The Human Way Tony Ballantyne

SHORT STORIES

Eli’s Coming Catherine Wells

Time Heals James C. Glass

Shakesville Adam-Troy Castro & Alvaro Zinos-Amaro

The Snatchers Edward McDermott

Unbearable Burden Gwendolyn Clare

Grandmaster Jay O’Connell

Alexander’s Theory of Special Relativity Shane Halbach

Concerning the Devastation Wrought by the Nefarious Gray Comma and Its Ilk: A Men in Tie-Dye Adventure Tim McDaniel

Ecuador vs Bug-eyed Monsters Jay Werkheiser

SCIENCE FACT

Sustainability Lab 101: Cuba as a Simulation of Possible Futures Stanley Schmidt

PROBABILITY ZERO

Hidden Intentions Mary E. Lowd

POETRY

Barriers J, Northcutt Jr.

Hypothesis/Assertion Daniel D. Villani

DEPARTMENTS

Guest Editorial: Future-Propfing the Near Future: Design Fiction for Global Education Nickolas Falkner

The Alternate View John G. Cramer

In Times to Come

The Reference Library Don Sakers

Brass Tacks

Upcoming Events Anthony Lewis

ISSUE 126, March 2017

FICTION

Two Ways of Living

by Robert Reed

Real Ghosts

by J.B. Park

Waiting Out the End of the World in Patty’s Place Cafe

by Naomi Kritzer

Crown of Thorns

by Octavia Cade

Goodnight, Melancholy

by Xia Jia, translated by Ken Liu

The Discovered Country

by Ian R. MacLeod

At the Cross-Time Jaunter’s Ball

by Alexander Jablokov

NON-FICTION

SF Short Fiction Markets in China: An Overview of 2016

by Feng Zhang

Howling at the Lunar Landscape: A Conversation with Ian McDonald

by Chris Urie

Another Word: Reading For Pleasure

by Cat Rambo

Editor’s Desk: Recognizing 2016

by Neil Clarke

PODCASTS

Two Ways of Living

by Robert Reed, read by Kate Baker

Real Ghosts

by J.B. Park, read by Kate Baker

Waiting Out the End of the World in Patty’s Place Cafe

by Naomi Kritzer, read by Kate Baker

Crown of Thorns

by Octavia Cade, read by Kate Baker

Goodnight, Melancholy

by Xia Jia, read by Kate Baker

The Discovered Country

by Ian R. MacLeod, read by Kate Baker

ART

Jungle Deep

by Sergei Sarichev

Fiction

No Regrets on Fourth Street by Lauren C. Teffeau

Shell Game by Tom Jolly

proLong by James Van Pelt

Defensive Posture by Eric Del Carlo

Real Rachel Winterbourne by Tim Jeffreys

Short on Thought, Quick on the Trigger by Dave Creek

Last Times by Jez Patterson

Natural Eyes by Benjamin Sonnek

Shorter Stories

Floating Rocks by L.L. Hill

Goddamn Marvel by James Wesley Reid

Ligeia is Waiting by Russell Hemmell

Articles

Drones in the Daffodils by Wyss Institute

Mapping Time Travel by Daniel M. Kimmel

NOVELLAS The Man Who Put the Bomp – Richard Chwedyk

NOVELETS Driverless – Robert Grossbach

Ten Half-Pennies – Matthew Hughes

The Avenger – Albert E. Cowdrey

SHORT STORIES

The Toymaker’s Daughter – Arundhati Hazra

A Green Silk Dress and a Wedding-Death – Cat Hellisen

Miss Cruz – James Sallis

Daisy – Eleanor Arnason

POEMS Spacemail Only – Ruth Berman

DEPARTMENTS Books to Look For – Charles de Lint

Musing on Books – Michelle West

Science: Robots in Your Pants – Pat Murphy and Paul Doherty

Films: The Language of Loss, Trust, and Heptapods – Kathi Maio

Coming Attractions – Curiosities – David Langford

CARTOONS Arthur Masear, Arthur Masear, Nick Downes

COVER Bryn Barnard for “The Man Who Put the Bomp”

From the Cloud Editorial

When I tried to go to England by Sarah Hart

Wind Farmers from Outer Space by Robert Cox

Hyter and the House That Stands by Steve Toase

Dissecting SF: The Enduring Influence of Kafka on Speculative Fiction by Lachlan Walter

Not Born of Woman—Artificial Wombs in the Vorkosigan Saga by Renée Turner

More Fiction

Auspicium Melioris Aevi by JY Yang

Rising Star by Stephen Graham Jones

With Cardamom I’ll Bind Their Lips by Beth Cato

The Red Secretary by Kameron Hurley (available Apr 04, 2017)

An Abundance of Fish by S. Qiouyi Lu (available Apr 04, 2017)

And Then There Were (N-One) by Sarah Pinsker (available Apr 04, 2017)

Poetry

time, and time again by Brandon O’Brien

Protestations Against the Idea of Anglicization by Cassandra Khaw

The Size of a Barleycorn, Encased in Lead by Bogi Takács (available Apr 04, 2017)

The Axolotl Inquest by Lisa M. Bradley (available Apr 04, 2017)

Editorials

The Uncanny Valley by Lynne M. Thomas and Michael Damian Thomas Essays

Act Up, Rise Up by Elsa Sjunneson-Henry

Resistance 101: Basics of Community Organizing for SF/F Creators & Consumers, Volume One: Protest Tips and Tricks by Sam J. Miller

Thank You, Patreon Supporters! by Lynne M. Thomas and Michael Damian Thomas

Fandom in the Classroom by Paul Booth (available Apr 04, 2017)

A Work of Art Is a Refuge and Resistance by Dawn Xiana Moon (available Apr 04, 2017)

#beautifulresistance by Shveta Thakrar (available Apr 04, 2017)

Interviews

Interview: Stephen Graham Jones by Julia Rios

Interview: Sarah Pinsker by Julia Rios (available Apr 04, 2017)

The Editor’s Word

FICTION BRAGGING RITES by Samantha Murray

THE TRAGEDY OF THE DEAD IS THAT THEY CANNOT CRY by Sunil Patel

THE LOYAL ORDER OF BEASTS by Kay Kenyon

YOU CAN ALWAYS CHANGE THE PAST by George Nikolopoulos

IT TAKES A SPECIAL-SPECIAL PERSON by Andrea G. Stewart

LOCKED ROOM by Kevin J. Anderson

GOLF TO THE DEATH by Alex Shvartsman

MY MONSTER CAN BEAT UP YOUR MONSTER by Brennan Harvey

THE OBSERVER by Kristine Kathryn Rusch

YOUR GRIEF IS IMPORTANT TO US by Yaroslav Barsukov

DO NOT CALL ME BENTO by Tina Gower

IN THE GROUP by Robert Silverberg

INTERVIEW Mike Resnick by Joy Ward

SERIALIZATION Double Star (Part 2) Heinlein’s First Hugo Winner by Robert A. Heinlein

COLUMNS From the Heart’s Basement by Barry N. Malzberg

Science Column by Gregory Benford

Recommended Books by Bill Fawcett & Jody Lynn Nye

Issue #222 — Mar. 30, 2017

The Shark God’s Child

Jonathan Edelstein

Nightshade

J.W. Halicks

Audio Fiction Podcast:

Nightshade

J.W. Halicks

Forever magazine

Forever has reprints by Ian McDonald, T.R. Napper, and Ken Liu.

Fiction: The Influence Machine by Sean McMullen illustrated by Richard WagnerA Death in the Wayward Drift by Tim Akers illustrated by Richard WagnerStill Life With Falling Man by Richard E. Gropp illustrated by Richard WagnerA Strange Kind of Beauty by Christien Gholson illustrated by Martin HanfordThe Common Sea by Steve Rasnic Tem

Guest Editorial by Steve Rasnic Tem

Future Interrupted: #Resistance Jonathan McCalmont

Time Pieces: The Voyage Home Nina Allan

Ansible Link David Langford

Reviews: Book Zone Peter Tennant, Maureen Kincaid Speller, Jonathan McCalmont, Stephen Theaker, Elaine Gallagher, Duncan Lunan, Jack Deighton, John Howard, Lawrence Osborn

Mutant Popcorn Nick Lowe

  CURRENT ISSUES: Periodical SF, Fantasy & Horror Current Issues is an occasional feature (mostly monthly) that provides a round up of the content of periodical SF, fantasy and horror.